974 Begonia Ave Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Northside Costa Mesa NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,301,000 - $1,622,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,775
Sq Ft
$834/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Heated In Ground Pool
- Updated Kitchen
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Paularino Elementary School Rated A-
- Property is near a park
- Mediterranean Architecture
About This Home
As of September 2018Welcome to Costa Mesa, City of the Arts. This residence is walking distance to world class shopping and dining at South Coast Plaza. This Greenbrook Community residence has a spacious layout and the design of this home creates a fantastic setting for entertaining and enjoying indoor/outdoor living. The spacious custom kitchen has newer cabinets, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, a large island with counter height breakfast bar, wine refrigerator and a custom wine rack make this a great kitchen for entertaining. The private backyard features multiple seating areas, retractable awnings, paver stone hardscape, refinished pool featuring two waterfalls, solar thermal for heating the pool and a hot tub spa with massage captains chairs. The home also features a formal living room with a fireplace with vaulted ceilings and indoor laundry room, formal dining area and dining area in kitchen. The large master suite includes a remodeled master bath with dual vanity and a walk-in closet. Other upgrades include: crown molding, beautiful tile floors, dual pane windows, plantation shutters, all newer copper plumbing, newer roof, newer furnace, central AC, recessed lighting, drought tolerant artificial lawn, and a large two car garage with epoxy floors. Walking distance to Wakeham Park, the Metro Point Movie Theater and shops. This home is located within the Newport Mesa School District. For those that love the arts, Segerstrom Center for the Arts is just minutes away.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #00981464 Listed on: 08/10/2018
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,180
Year Built
- Built in 1973 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 6,104 Sq Ft Lot
- South Facing Home
- Fenced
- Stucco Fence
- Landscaped
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Back and Front Yard
- Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- Front Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Mediterranean Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Metal Roof
- Copper Plumbing
Interior Spaces
- 1,775 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Crown Molding
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Gas Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Awning
- Shutters
- Sliding Doors
- Entryway
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Storage
- Pool Views
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Granite Countertops
- Pots and Pans Drawers
- Built-In Trash or Recycling Cabinet
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Mirrored Closets Doors
- Remodeled Bathroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Granite Bathroom Countertops
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Private Water Closet
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
- Exhaust Fan In Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Pool
- Heated In Ground Pool
- Heated Spa
- Above Ground Spa
- Waterfall Pool Feature
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Exterior Lighting
- Shed
- Rain Gutters
Location
- Property is near a park
Schools
- Paularin Elementary School
- Costa Mesa Middle School
- Costa Mesa High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Underground Utilities
- Natural Gas Connected
- Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Not Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Built by Darwin
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 97
- Tax Tract Number 7557
- Assessor Parcel Number 41217813
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 5, 2024
Sold by
Blickenstaff Dagosta Revocable Family Tr
Bought by
Anatol Surger And Lyudmila Surger Family Trus and Surger
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 16, 2019
Sold by
Blickenstaff Gary Daniel and Agosta Cynthia Kay D
Bought by
Blickenstaff Gary D and Agosta Cynthia D
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$439,000
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 10, 2018
Closed on
Aug 21, 2018
Sold by
Sciortino Stephen J and Sciortino Susan M
Bought by
Blickenstaff Gary Daniel and Agosta Cynthia Kay D
Seller's Agent
Dorys Balboa
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Nick Engle
Casa Real Estate
List Price
$850,000
Sold Price
$870,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
2.35%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.58%
Original Mortgage
$435,000
Interest Rate
4.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 7, 2016
Sold by
Sciortino Stephen J and Sciortino Susan M
Bought by
Sciortino Stephen J and Sciortino Susan M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$332,000
Interest Rate
3.54%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 3, 2015
Sold by
Sciortino Stephen J and Sciortino Susan M
Bought by
Sciortino Family Trust
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 1, 2014
Closed on
Jan 8, 2015
Sold by
Sneen William W
Bought by
Sciortino Stephen J and Sciortino Susan M
Seller's Agent
Jeremiah Secrest
First Team Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
MaryAnn Cardullo
Compass
List Price
$785,000
Sold Price
$750,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$35,000
-4.46%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.38%
Original Mortgage
$305,002
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 18, 2014
Sold by
Sneen William W and Sneen Linda L
Bought by
Sneen William W and The William W Sneen & Linda L Sneen Join
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anatol Surger And Lyudmila Surger Family Trus | $1,250,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Blickenstaff Gary D | -- | None Available | |
| Blickenstaff Gary Daniel | $870,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Sciortino Stephen J | -- | None Available | |
| Sciortino Stephen J | -- | None Available | |
| Sciortino Family Trust | -- | None Available | |
| Sciortino Stephen J | $750,000 | Wfg Title Company | |
| Sneen William W | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Kay Blickenstaff Gary Daniel | $439,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Blickenstaff Gary Daniel | $435,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Sciortino Stephen J | $332,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Sciortino Stephen J | $305,002 | |
| Previous Owner | Sneen William W | $350,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Sneen William W | $161,730 | |
| Previous Owner | Sneen William W | $169,734 | |
| Previous Owner | Sneen William W | $176,750 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/13/2018 09/13/18 | Sold | $870,000 | +2.4% | $490 / Sq Ft |
| 08/14/2018 08/14/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/10/2018 08/10/18 | For Sale | $850,000 | +13.3% | $479 / Sq Ft |
| 01/29/2015 01/29/15 | Sold | $750,000 | -1.2% | $377 / Sq Ft |
| 01/05/2015 01/05/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/19/2014 11/19/14 | Price Changed | $759,000 | -2.7% | $382 / Sq Ft |
| 11/09/2014 11/09/14 | Price Changed | $780,000 | -0.6% | $393 / Sq Ft |
| 10/01/2014 10/01/14 | For Sale | $785,000 | -- | $395 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,180 | $680,132 | $305,988 | $374,144 |
| 2023 | $7,900 | $666,797 | $299,989 | $366,808 |
| 2022 | $7,618 | $653,723 | $294,107 | $359,616 |
| 2021 | $7,382 | $640,905 | $288,340 | $352,565 |
| 2020 | $7,297 | $634,334 | $285,384 | $348,950 |
| 2019 | $7,140 | $621,897 | $279,789 | $342,108 |
| 2018 | $8,988 | $792,198 | $643,966 | $148,232 |
| 2017 | $8,835 | $776,665 | $631,339 | $145,326 |
| 2016 | $8,571 | $761,437 | $618,960 | $142,477 |
| 2015 | $4,594 | $381,072 | $225,378 | $155,694 |
| 2014 | -- | $373,608 | $220,963 | $152,645 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Dorys Balboa
Seller's Agent in 2018
Dorys Balboa
Coldwell Banker Realty
(949) 633-2252
4 in this area
34 Total Sales
-
Nick Engle
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Nick Engle
Casa Real Estate
(714) 401-6596
2 in this area
49 Total Sales
-
Jeremiah Secrest
Seller's Agent in 2015
Jeremiah Secrest
First Team Real Estate
(714) 907-3195
26 Total Sales
-
MaryAnn Cardullo
M
Buyer's Agent in 2015
MaryAnn Cardullo
Compass
(714) 608-7727
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: OC18194184
APN: 412-178-13
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