NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,588,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,551 Sq Ft
$1,024/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 01, 2022

Last sale price $1,575,000 $1,015 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,121/month

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Art Studio
  • Panoramic View
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Grossmont High School Rated A
  • Custom Home
  • 1.39 Acre Lot

About This Home

As of July 2022

Astonishing hilltop views! This secluded, scenic Mid-Century Modern house captures the ocean, Coronado, Downtown, Mexico and East County all at once. A magical mecca of peace and privacy, this polished jewel promises a warm, contemporary lifestyle. Remodeled en suite baths, gorgeous Brazilian Teak floors, a vaulted ceiling living room and expansive glass windows highlight the daytime views and vibrant sunsets. An updated chef’s kitchen boasts mountain views, double-door pantry with ample storage, stainless appliances, lit display shelves, gleaming quartz counters and breakfast bar. Truly enchanting for entertaining! See supplement. Around every corner is a new experience in this Mid-Century Modern, Mortenson designed home. Step out onto the inviting and expansive wrap-around deck where guests will comfortably relax. Meander onto the south yard with startling ocean views of Mexico, Coronado, Downtown, Pt. Loma and even La Jolla. Revel in the special moments you can have in the private meditation retreat which is a nest of rest, whimsical and unique. Marvel at the circa 1902 Col. Ed Fletcher memorial rock with stairs carved where he took prospective clients to choose their future landholdings. Modern San Diego history seen from one spot! The interior is beautifully decorated and thoughtfully conceived. The amenities include a large and well-designed primary suite with exquisite views, separate office, walk-around closet, newly remodeled ensuite bathrooms, circular driveway, water tolerant landscaping. Stunning rock formations and artisan decorative walls, under-house storage spaces, two vehicle covered carport, off-street parking, 5 minutes to freeways. It’s all here! Luxurious Mid-Century design, privacy and fascinating San Diego history

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gregg Neuman

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #00809392 Listed on: 05/09/2022

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Ben Crosby

Compass License #01922125

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,315

Year Built

  • Built in 1961 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 1.39 Acre Lot
  • Open Space
  • Private Streets
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Fence is in average condition
  • Bluff on Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Steep Slope
  • Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
  • Grove
  • Private Yard
  • Property is zoned R-1:SINGLE

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • City Lights
  • Woods
  • Views of a landmark
  • Mountain
  • Valley
  • Rock

Home Design

  • Custom Home
  • Turnkey
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stone Exterior Construction
  • Partial Copper Plumbing

Interior Spaces

  • 1,551 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Art Studio
  • Storage Room

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Electric Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Retreat
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Shower Only

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Full Size Washer or Dryer
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Security System Owned
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 6 Car Garage
  • Attached Carport
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Side by Side Parking
  • Circular Driveway
  • Combination Of Materials Used In The Driveway

Accessible Home Design

  • More Than Two Accessible Exits

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Outbuilding
  • Wrap Around Porch

Utilities

  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Separate Water Meter
  • Septic System
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 491-530-76-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,315

Year Built

Built in 1961 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Custom Built
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Property Condition: Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
  • Market Area: East County
  • Cross Street: Summit Drive
  • Neighborhood: Mount Helix
  • Supplement: Around every corner is a new experience in this Mid-Century Modern, Mortenson designed home. Step out onto the inviting and expansive wrap-around deck where guests will comfortably relax. Meander onto the south yard with startling ocean views of Mexico, Coronado, Downtown, Pt. Loma and even La Jolla. Revel in the special moments you can have in the private meditation retreat which is a nest of rest, whimsical and unique. Marvel at the circa 1902 Col. Ed Fletcher memorial rock with stairs carved where he took prospective clients to choose their future landholdings. Modern San Diego history seen from one spot! The interior is beautifully decorated and thoughtfully conceived. The amenities include a large and well-designed primary suite with exquisite views, separate office, walk-around closet, newly remodeled ensuite bathrooms, circular driveway, water tolerant landscaping. Stunning rock formations and artisan decorative walls, under-house storage spaces, two vehicle covered carport, off-street parking, 5 minutes to freeways. It’s all here! Luxurious Mid-Century design, privacy and fascinating San Diego history
  • Estimated Living Space: 1,500 to 1,999 SqFt
  • LP / Sq Ft: 1031.53
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 1015.47
  • Residential Unit Location: Detached
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 1015.47
  • Stories: 1 Story
  • Stories In Building: 1
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Beamed Ceilings, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan, Copper Plumbing Partial, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled Kitchen, Shower, Stone Counters, Storage Space, Cathedral-Vaulted Ceiling
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Sub Flooring: Slab on Grade
  • Equipment Available: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Built In Range, Electric Oven
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Fp In Living Room
  • Searchable Rooms: Bedroom Entry Level, Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Master Retreat, MBR Entry Level, Storage Room, Retreat, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, All Bedrooms Down, Art Studio, Laundry, Master Bathroom, Walk-In Closet
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15x12
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Laundry Location: Closet Full Sized, Inside
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1551
  • Total Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Stone, Wood, Wood/Stucco
  • Fencing: Partial, Average Condition
  • Frontage: Open Space
  • Patio: Deck, Patio, Patio Open, Wrap Around
  • Roof: Shingle
  • View: City, Evening Lights, Mountains/Hills, Panoramic, Valley/Canyon, Rocks, Landmark, Trees/Woods, City Lights
  • Three or more Steps To Entry: Yes
  • Exclusive Use Yard: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Non Garage Parking: Carport, Driveway, Built-In Storage, Carport Attached, Circular Driveway, Driveway - Asphalt, Driveway - Combination, Side by Side
  • Garage Spaces: 6
  • Parking Spaces Total: 6

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Forced Air
  • Laundry Utilities: Electric, Washer Hookup
  • Security: Eqpt Owned, Smoke Detector, Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Sewer/Septic: Septic Installed
  • Water: Meter on Property
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Telecommunications: Cable (coaxial), Security
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected

Association/Amenities

  • Entry Level Unit: 2

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Community: MOUNT HELIX

Lot Info

  • Irrigation: Drip, Sprinklers
  • Lot Size: 1+ to 2 AC
  • Site: Private Street, Street Paved, Landscaped, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
  • Other Structures: Out Buildings
  • Topography: Bluff/Canyon Rim, Rolling, Slope Steep
  • Water District: HELIX WATER DISTRICT
  • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
  • Additional Property Use: Grove
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 491-530-76-00
  • Estimated Lot Sq Ft: 60548
  • Water District URL: http://www.hwd.com
  • Estimated Number of Acres: 1.39
  • Map Code Column: C
  • Map Code Page: 1271
  • Map Code Row: 1

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 9, 2022
Closed on
May 26, 2022
Sold by
Sole And Separate Property Trust
Bought by
Kaplan Family Trust
Seller's Agent
Gregg Neuman
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Ben Crosby
Compass
List Price
$1,599,900
Sold Price
$1,575,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,900
-1.56%
Total Days on Market
9
Current Estimated Value
$1,588,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$13,000
Original Mortgage
$1,102,500
Outstanding Balance
$1,056,250
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 2022
Sold by
Trust Of Donna Noreen Benson
Bought by
Trust Of Donna Noreen Benson

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,102,500
Outstanding Balance
$1,056,250
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 25, 2021
Sold by
Benson Donna N
Bought by
Benson Donna N and Sole And Seperate Proeperty Tr

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 6, 2019
Sold by
Benson D Angelo Kenneth and Angelo Donna N Benson D
Bought by
Benson Donna N

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 30, 2019
Sold by
Angelo Kenneth D and Benson Donna N
Bought by
Benson Donna N

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 15, 2016
Sold by
Anaelo Donna Benson D
Bought by
The D Angelo Family Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 18, 2016
Sold by
Angelo Donna Benson D and Angelo Kenneth W D
Bought by
Angelo Donna Benson D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 24, 2016
Sold by
Benson Donna N
Bought by
Angelo Donna Benson D and Angelo Kenneth W D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 30, 2015
Sold by
Angelo Donna Benson D
Bought by
Benson Donna M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$73,000
Interest Rate
3.8%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 9, 2013
Sold by
Benson Donna N
Bought by
Benson Donna N

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$462,000
Interest Rate
3.27%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 6, 2011
Sold by
Benson Donna N
Bought by
Benson Donna N

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 8, 2011
Sold by
Snyder Susan D
Bought by
Benson Donna N

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$467,600
Interest Rate
4.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 4, 2007
Sold by
Snyder Susan D
Bought by
Snyder Susan D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 28, 2002
Sold by
Pykles Adeline Ballard
Bought by
Snyder Susan D
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Kaplan Family Trust $1,575,000 California Title Company
Trust Of Donna Noreen Benson -- None Listed On Document
Benson Donna N -- None Available
Benson Donna N -- None Available
Benson Donna N -- None Available
Benson Donna -- None Available
Benson Donna -- None Available
The D Angelo Family Trust -- Title365 Company
Angelo Donna Benson D -- Title365 Company
Angelo Donna Benson D -- Title365 Company
Angelo Donna Benson D -- None Available
Benson Donna M -- Chicago Title Company
Benson D Angelo Donna -- Chicago Title Company
Benson Donna N -- Lawyers Title San Diego
Benson Donna N -- Lawyers Title San Diego
Benson Donna N -- None Available
Benson Donna N $584,500 Fidelity National Title Co
Snyder Susan D -- None Available
Snyder Susan D -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Kaplan Family Trust $1,102,500
Previous Owner Dangelo Donna Benson $73,000
Previous Owner Benson Donna N $462,000
Previous Owner Benson Donna N $467,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/01/2022 07/01/22 Sold $1,575,000 -1.6% $1,015 / Sq Ft
05/19/2022 05/19/22 Pending -- -- --
05/09/2022 05/09/22 For Sale $1,599,900 -- $1,032 / Sq Ft
Source: San Diego MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2023 $8,315 $705,646 $482,908 $222,738
2022 $8,315 $705,646 $482,908 $222,738
2021 $8,214 $691,811 $473,440 $218,371
2020 $7,922 $684,718 $468,586 $216,132
2019 $7,810 $671,294 $459,399 $211,895
2018 $7,648 $658,133 $450,392 $207,741
2017 $7,539 $645,229 $441,561 $203,668
2016 $7,213 $632,578 $432,903 $199,675
2015 $7,163 $623,077 $426,401 $196,676
2014 $7,017 $610,873 $418,049 $192,824
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 220011148

San Diego MLS

APN: 491-530-76