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Seller's Agent in 2016
Jayson Madani
David Lyng Real Estate
9699 Highway 9 Ben Lomond, CA 95005
Estimated Value: $1,127,000 - $1,390,000
4
Beds
5
Baths
3,600
Sq Ft
$358/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Water Views
- Art Studio
- 0.6 Acre Lot
- San Lorenzo Valley High School Rated A-
- Fishing
- 2-minute walk to Ben Lomond County Park
About This Home
As of July 2016Howden's Castle, Ben Lomond Fantasy Landmark, is the place for your own Magic Kingdom. It has the Turret with a flag representing the Castle, Dungeon room with a fireplace and a full bar to entertain the realm. Crawford Suite, Howden's Room and Ground Floor Bedroom provide separate sleeping quarters in different parts of the Castle and 3rd level Weathery Suite with balcony is fit for a Princess. Kitchen is modern with granite counters and appliances. It opens to the Dining Room with picture windows to the river view below. The San Lorenzo River wraps around the Castle property, there's even a Private Beach Area where to enjoy the mountain air. Howden's Castle is truly full of fun and games around every corner; rooftop is the place for a Life-Size Chess Game! The location in quaint downtown Ben Lomond is convenient with easy access to restaurants and shopping, 20 min to Santa Cruz, 35 Min to Los Gatos. Bring Your bannermen and coat of arms and take over the throne at Howden's Castle!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Jayson Madani
David Lyng Real Estate License #01431948 Listed on: 02/04/2016
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $12,088
Year Built
- Built in 1927
Lot Details
- 0.6 Acre Lot
- Back Yard
- Zoning described as R-1-10-L
Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Bitumen Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 3,600 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Beamed Ceilings
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights in Kitchen
- 2 Fireplaces
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Formal Entry
- Formal Dining Room
- Bonus Room
- Art Studio
- Storage Room
- Water Views
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Microwave
- Granite Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 5 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer and Dryer
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Deck
- Barbecue Area
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Separate Meters
- Individual Gas Meter
- Septic Tank
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 077-141-01-000
Community Details
Overview
- Stream
Recreation
- Fishing
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 4, 2016
Closed on
Jun 29, 2016
Sold by
Pratt Melvyn Crawford and Pratt Alden Willard
Bought by
Bluhm William E and Verches Tia D
Seller's Agent
Jayson Madani
David Lyng Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Kirsty Duncan
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
List Price
$1,299,000
Sold Price
$930,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$369,000
-28.41%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$358,020
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.56%
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Outstanding Balance
$136,377
Interest Rate
3.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,151,643
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 6, 2000
Sold by
Lewis John B Um
Bought by
Pratt Melvyn Crawford and Pratt Alden Willard
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$287,000
Interest Rate
9.23%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bluhm William E | $930,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Pratt Melvyn Crawford | $410,000 | Old Republic Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Bluhm William E | $300,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Pratt Melvyn Crawford | $287,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/11/2016 07/11/16 | Sold | $930,000 | -22.4% | $258 / Sq Ft |
| 05/30/2016 05/30/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/10/2016 03/10/16 | Price Changed | $1,199,000 | -7.7% | $333 / Sq Ft |
| 02/04/2016 02/04/16 | For Sale | $1,299,000 | -- | $361 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLSListings
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,088 | $1,056,133 | $570,428 | $485,705 |
| 2023 | $12,101 | $1,015,123 | $548,278 | $466,845 |
| 2022 | $11,818 | $995,218 | $537,527 | $457,691 |
| 2021 | $11,596 | $975,704 | $526,987 | $448,717 |
| 2020 | $11,157 | $965,700 | $521,584 | $444,116 |
| 2019 | $10,628 | $946,764 | $511,357 | $435,407 |
| 2018 | $10,423 | $928,200 | $501,330 | $426,870 |
| 2017 | $6,234 | $542,973 | $304,596 | $238,377 |
| 2016 | $6,160 | $532,326 | $298,623 | $233,703 |
| 2015 | $6,046 | $524,331 | $294,138 | $230,193 |
| 2014 | $5,946 | $514,059 | $288,375 | $225,684 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Kirsty Duncan
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Kirsty Duncan
Sereno Group
(408) 691-4432
43 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81549450
APN: 077-141-01-000
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