NOT LISTED FOR SALE

971 Via Tornasol Aptos, CA 95003

Rio del Mar Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,273,000 - $1,521,292

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,770 Sq Ft
$593/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold June 17, 2022

Last sale price $1,493,414 $844 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,946/month

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Private Pool
  • Dining Area
  • Aptos High School Rated A-
  • Forced Air Heating System

About This Home

As of June 2022

All you need is your flips flops and a beach chair and you will be right at home is this ocean view highly desired Sandpiper townhome above Seascape Beach Estates in Rio Del Mar. This is the perfect vacation home or if you're lucky enough your primary residence to enjoy year round just steps from miles of white sand beaches with gorgeous views of the Monterey Bay . With it's light & bright open layout, soaring ceilings and multiple bedroom suites you will love to relax & entertain. Stroll the beaches, golf, surf, fish or take a dip in the pool. This wonderful location has it all. COME SEA!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mike O'Boy

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01225575 Listed on: 05/03/2022

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Tom Brezsny

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno License #70010105

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,731

Year Built

  • 1973

Lot Details

  • 741

HOA Fees

  • $593 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Bay

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,770 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Laundry in Garage

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Additional Features

  • Private Pool
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area electricity, exterior painting, garbage, insurance - common area, landscaping / gardening, maintenance - common area, maintenance - exterior, pool spa or tennis, water
  • 72 Units
  • Sandpiper HOA
  • The community has rules related to parking rules

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,731

Year Built

1973

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$593 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Zoning: RM-3
  • Subclass: Condominium
  • Restrictions: Parking Restrictions, Pets - Rules
  • Age: 49
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Min Numberof Unitsin Complex: 72
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1770
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1973

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Area
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Sq Ft: 1770
  • Stories: 2
  • Laundry: In Garage
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter And Slab
  • Pool Description: Yes
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Bay, Ocean
  • Pool: Community Facility

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Heating System: Central Forced Air - Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Complex Name: Sandpiper
  • HOA Fees: 593
  • HOA Amenities: Community Pool
  • HOA Documents: Articles Of Incorporation, Assoc. Membership Pre-Approval Reqd, Budget, Bylaws, Cc&rs, Financial Statement, Minutes, Reserve Study, Rules & Regulations
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fees Include: Common Area Electricity, Exterior Painting, Garbage, Insurance - Common Area, Landscaping / Gardening, Maintenance - Common Area, Maintenance - Exterior, Pool, Spa, Or Tennis, Water
  • HOA Exist: Yes
  • H O A Name Text: Sandpiper HOA

Schools

  • School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
  • Elementary School: Rio del Mar Elementary
  • Middle School: Aptos Junior High
  • High School: Aptos High
  • High School: 826
  • Elementary School: 815
  • Middle School: 820

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 3, 2022
Closed on
Jun 9, 2022
Sold by
Mendoza Shelley J
Bought by
971 Via Tornasol Llc
Seller's Agent
Mike O'Boy
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Tom Brezsny
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
List Price
$1,595,000
Sold Price
$1,493,414
Premium/Discount to List
-$101,586
-6.37%
Current Estimated Value
$1,413,573

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$79,841
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.31%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
971 Via Tornasol Llc $1,493,500 First American Title
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/17/2022 06/17/22 Sold $1,493,414 -6.4% $844 / Sq Ft
05/18/2022 05/18/22 Pending -- -- --
05/03/2022 05/03/22 For Sale $1,595,000 -- $901 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

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 $17,731 $1,523,282 $1,142,461 $380,821
2022 $2,670 $137,240 $50,626 $86,614
2021 $2,487 $134,548 $49,632 $84,916
2020 $2,434 $133,170 $49,124 $84,046
2019 $2,390 $130,558 $48,160 $82,398
2018 $2,318 $127,998 $47,216 $80,782
2017 $2,285 $125,488 $46,292 $79,196
2016 $2,220 $123,028 $45,384 $77,644
2015 $2,152 $121,180 $44,702 $76,478
2014 $2,094 $118,806 $43,826 $74,980
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Mike O'Boy

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Mike O'Boy

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (831) 332-3951

    28 in this area

    67 Total Sales

    Mike O'Boy
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  • Tom Brezsny

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Tom Brezsny

    Sereno Group

    (831) 818-1431

    13 in this area

    226 Total Sales

    Tom Brezsny
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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81889810

MLSListings

APN: 054-201-13-000

California Santa Cruz County Aptos 95003 Rio del Mar

971 Via Tornasol, Aptos, CA

This home is located at 971 Via Tornasol, Aptos, CA 95003 since 03 May 2022 and is currently estimated at $1,413,573, approximately $798 per square foot. This property was built in 1973. 971 Via Tornasol is a home located in Santa Cruz County with nearby schools including Rio Del Mar Elementary School, Aptos Junior High School, and Aptos High School.

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