Dreaming of ocean breezes at your front door and the feel of sand beneath your feet? This charming cottage is perfectly situated for both. Located on The Hill in Seal Beach this 3 bedroom 2 bath home sits on an over-sized lot in a prime location. The floorplan includes a generous living room and family room centered around a fireplace perfect for enjoying family and friends. The sliding glass door gives access to the oversized backyard, perfect the addition of a pool or for one story expansion opportunities. Numerous windows in this home allow for ample natural light to brighten every room. The kitchen is well appointed with Corian counter tops and features an integrated sink, which not only looks good but makes clean-up a breeze. The kitchen includes a 5 burner gas range range, a newer oven, pantry storage, many cabinets and generous counter space. Each of the bedrooms include a ceiling fan, providing comfort for warmer days. Closets in the bedrooms are spacious and additional closets throughout the home provide ample storage for the homeowner. Seal Beach is called Mayberry by the sea. Main Street is a throwback to times gone by. Unique stores and restaurants line this wonderful street. Seal Beach boasts the longest wooden pier in Orange county. Simply put, coastal living at its finest. Seal beach is known for the award winning Los Alamitos school system. Three major freeways only a 5 minute drive.
Sold for $1,461,000
Listed by: First Team Real Estate • Ann Tuler • Contact: 562-596-9911
Bought with: First Team Real Estate
$1,461,000
960 Catalina Ave, Seal Beach, CA 90740
3beds
1,312sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
5,300 Square Feet Lot
$1,713,500 Zestimate®
$1,114/sqft
$5,835 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,713,500
$1.59M - $1.85M
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Listed by:
Ann Tuler DRE #01006772 5622304482,
First Team Real Estate
Bought with:
Ann Tuler, DRE #01006772
First Team Real Estate
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PW23178783
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Separate Shower, Tub Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Solid Surface Counters, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Water Heater
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Block Walls, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Solid Surface Counters, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Windows: Blinds, Screens
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Living Room, Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,312 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: front
- Patio & porch: Concrete
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Block,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: Ocean Side Of Freeway
Lot
- Size: 5,300 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Landscaped, Level, Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 19913406
- Special conditions: Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Storm Drain(s), Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks
- Subdivision: The Hill (Th)
Location
- Region: Seal Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,114/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,490,220
- Annual tax amount: $17,126
- Date on market: 10/13/2023
- Cumulative days on market: 8 days
- Listing terms: Cash to New Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/29/2024 | Listing removed | $4,800$4/sqft |
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| 10/18/2024 | Listed for rent | $4,800$4/sqft |
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| 11/20/2023 | Sold | $1,461,000+5.9%$1,114/sqft |
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| 11/5/2023 | Pending sale | $1,379,000$1,051/sqft |
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| 10/23/2023 | Contingent | $1,379,000$1,051/sqft |
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| 10/13/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,379,000$1,051/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,126 +1.8% | $1,490,220 +2% |
| 2024 | $16,828 +982.7% | $1,461,000 +1683.9% |
| 2023 | $1,554 +2% | $81,900 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,524 +2.4% | $80,295 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,489 | $78,721 +1% |
| 2020 | -- | $77,914 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,477 +2.6% | $76,387 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,439 +6.2% | $74,890 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,355 | $73,422 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,355 +2.1% | $71,983 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,328 +4.4% | $70,902 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,271 | $69,514 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $69,200 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $67,844 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $66,514 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $66,017 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $66,175 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $64,878 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $63,606 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $62,359 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $61,137 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $59,939 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $58,841 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $57,688 +2% |
| 2001 | $774 +2.2% | $56,557 +2% |
| 2000 | $757 | $55,449 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 90740
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10J. H. McGaugh Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.9 mi
- 10/10Los Alamitos High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mc Gaugh
- Middle: Mc Garvin
Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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