974 Begonia Ave Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Northside Costa Mesa Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,987
Sq Ft
6,098
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Private Pool
- Sauna
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Paularino Elementary School Rated A-
- Updated Kitchen
- Mediterranean Architecture
About This Home
As of September 2018You’re going to love this exquisite single story pool home completely remodeled with more than $250,000 in upgrades. The home offers a large custom kitchen with new cabinets, granite counters, stainless appliances, a large island with seating, wine fridge and a custom wine rack making this the perfect kitchen for entertaining. From the kitchen you walk out to a private backyard that features multiple seating areas, retractable awnings, paver stone hardscape, refinished pool featuring two waterfalls and a $16,000 hot tub spa with massage captain’s chairs. The spacious layout and design of this home creates a perfect setting for entertaining and enjoying indoor/outdoor living. The home also features a large family room with a fireplace, a 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 and central AC, scrapped ceilings, recessed lighting, artificial lawn for water conservation, and a large two car garage with epoxy floors. The location has great walkability to Wakeham Park, shops and restaurants.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
First Team Real Estate License #01784726 Listed on: 10/01/2014
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,180
Year Built
- Built in 1973
Lot Details
- 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
- South Facing Home
- Vinyl Fence
- Block Wall Fence
- Back Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Unassigned Parking
Home Design
- Mediterranean Architecture
- Turnkey
- Slab Foundation
- Metal Roof
- Copper Plumbing
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,987 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Crown Molding
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Double Pane Windows
- Awning
- Plantation Shutters
- Sliding Doors
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Storage
- Sauna
- Tile Flooring
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Oven
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Gas Dryer Hookup
Attic
- Attic Fan
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Eco-Friendly Details
- Water-Smart Landscaping
Pool
- Private Pool
- Above Ground Spa
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Rain Gutters
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Underground Utilities
- 220 Volts For Spa
- 220 Volts in Kitchen
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Built by Larwin
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 | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,250,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $870,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $750,000 | Wfg Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $439,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $435,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $332,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $305,002 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $350,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $161,730 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $169,734 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $176,750 | Unknown |
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: OC14210691
APN: 412-178-13
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