VA APPROVED COMPLEX - Premier end-unit townhome located just one short block to the Pacific Ocean! Spanning 1,848sf, this 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom lives like a detached house. Featuring a brand new kitchen with shaker style soft close cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, seamless cooktop, and beveled premium quartz countertops. The private patio behind the kitchen leads you to your attached two car garage while a spiral staircase offers direct access to an oversized roof deck with peak views to the ocean, sunset views and full views to the north and south towards Mexico. A palatial master-suite offers room for an in-home office or sitting area. Luxe vinyl plank flooring and new carpet throughout. Additional off-street parking for those busy beach days in the alley. Located just one block to the IB pier, local breweries, eateries, and miles of white sand beaches. This opportunity is perfect for a full time residence or vacation getaway. Don't let it slip through your fingers!
Sold for $915,000
Listed by: Coldwell Banker West • James Nelson • Contact: 619-415-5574
Bought with: Finest City Homes
$915,000
196 Elm Ave, Imperial Beach, CA 91932
3beds
1,848sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1978
-- sqft lot
$903,000 Zestimate®
$495/sqft
$3,720 Estimated rent
Home value
$903,000
$849,000 - $957,000
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Listed by:
James Nelson DRE #01852936 nelsonriddle@cbwhomes.com,
Coldwell Banker West
Bought with:
Marco Barnett, DRE #02010361
Finest City Homes
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PTP2401481
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Other
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: 1 Common Wall,End Unit,No One Above,No One Below
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,848 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Front of Building
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Coastline, Peek-A-Boo
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Coastline
Details
- Parcel number: 6252732407
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- Year built: 1978
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Curbs, Fishing, Gutter(s), Street Lights, Sidewalks
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Management, Pet Restrictions, Pets Allowed
- HOA fee: $407 monthly
- HOA name: Cozy Corner
- HOA phone: 619-423-7500
Location
- Region: Imperial Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $495/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $933,299
- Annual tax amount: $11,979
- Date on market: 3/15/2024
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,1031 Exchange,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/30/2024 | Sold | $915,000-5.2%$495/sqft |
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| 4/30/2024 | Pending sale | $965,000$522/sqft |
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| 4/5/2024 | Price change | $965,000-1.5%$522/sqft |
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| 3/16/2024 | Listed for sale | $980,000+151.3%$530/sqft |
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| 5/9/2011 | Sold | $390,000-6.9%$211/sqft |
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| 1/15/2011 | Listing removed | $419,000$227/sqft |
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| 12/20/2010 | Price change | $419,000-4.6%$227/sqft |
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| 10/23/2010 | Price change | $439,000-9.5%$238/sqft |
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| 9/22/2010 | Listed for sale | $485,000+155.3%$262/sqft |
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| 5/16/2000 | Sold | $190,000$103/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,979 +94.1% | $933,299 +90.5% |
| 2024 | $6,171 -0.6% | $489,850 +2% |
| 2023 | $6,208 +2.3% | $480,246 +2% |
| 2022 | $6,067 +2.5% | $470,831 +2% |
| 2021 | $5,917 +2.2% | $461,600 +1% |
| 2020 | $5,792 +11.3% | $456,868 +2% |
| 2019 | $5,206 -6.1% | $447,911 +2% |
| 2018 | $5,545 +3% | $439,129 +2% |
| 2017 | $5,384 +3.3% | $430,520 +2% |
| 2016 | $5,213 +2.8% | $422,079 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $5,070 +2.4% | $415,740 +2% |
| 2014 | $4,951 | $407,597 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $405,756 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $397,800 +79.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $221,810 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $220,153 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $220,677 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $216,351 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $212,109 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $207,951 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $203,874 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $199,878 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $196,215 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $192,369 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $188,598 |
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