1600 Catalina Avenue

Seal Beach, CA 90740

$1,715,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
2
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
3,113 Sq. Ft.
$551 / Sq. Ft.
3,113
Sq. Ft.
$551
per Sq. Ft.

Description

We work in boxes, so why should we live in them? Here's your chance to live outside the box in a Leon Meyer designed home. Known as "King of the Round House,” Leon created a series of bold circular designs and this one of thirty! Dave Weinstein of CA Modern Magazine wrote, “In modern houses in the round we find a sense of joy, whimsy, an openness to the out of doors, a revolt against the machined aesthetic of mainstream modernism, a striving for a better life brought on by homes that are more like...We work in boxes, so why should we live in them? Here's your chance to live outside the box in a Leon Meyer designed home. Known as "King of the Round House,” Leon created a series of bold circular designs and this one of thirty! Dave Weinstein of CA Modern Magazine wrote, “In modern houses in the round we find a sense of joy, whimsy, an openness to the out of doors, a revolt against the machined aesthetic of mainstream modernism, a striving for a better life brought on by homes that are more like living beings than dead boxes.” This is definitely no dead box! Let's get down to the nitty gritty about this rare home and her story. She’s perched on one of the highest points on the hill in Gum Grove park, with a rooftop deck that we believe has THE MOST stunning 360 degree view of any home here. Built in 1970 in one of the most sought after neighborhoods in Seal beach, this is the first time in 33 years that this unique dwelling has hit the market. She's a very special home filled with so much love and memories from the incredible family that has raised their kids here. Because this home is not a box and not filled with walls and compartmental darkness, its windows effortlessly keep the shape of the two circular living spaces and showcase the indoor/outdoor organic vibes in every room throughout the entire house. A huge perk — you won't ever get lost! Just keep walking in circles! :)

The neighborhood is just as remarkable as this dwelling. This is a community of 810 homes filled with neighbors that seem to never want to leave this gem of an area. Everyone knows everyone, and its known for the best trick-or-treating and magical firework shows. You have prime access to shopping and dining Downtown, you’re surrounded by beaches and a wildlife refuge, close to freeways — really, what more could you want? Act fast or you’ll never forgive yourself from missing out on enjoying your evenings on the rooftop deck with hors d’oeuvres and libations while witnessing beautiful sunsets and watching ships sail into the harbor. This. Is. The. Life.
  1. Listed by Kelly Laule • DRE #01773280 • Brokerage DRE #01964718 • Better Living SoCal

Property Details for 1600 Catalina Avenue

Architectural Style
Mid Century Modern
View
City Lights, Coastline
Parking Spaces Total
2
Private Pool
No
Cooling Type
N/K
Total Units
1.0
Building Type
Detached
Lot Size Source
Assessor

Location

Listing Courtesy of Better Living SoCal, Kelly Laule, DRE #01773280

Sold By Real Brokerage Technologies, Lisa Kovacs, DRE #02018297

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LISTING UPDATED: 02/14/2023 11:46 PM

Property Details for 1600 Catalina Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #PW22163418
Days on Market189
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1970
Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,698 SF
CountyOrange County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Better Living SoCal, Kelly Laule, DRE #01773280

Sold By Real Brokerage Technologies, Lisa Kovacs, DRE #02018297

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Building Information for 1600 Catalina Avenue

Stories2Year Built1970Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,698 SF

Payment Calculator

$10,277 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$9,359

Property Taxes

$918

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1600 Catalina Avenue

Income / Expense / Tax Details
Income Details
  • Financing: Cash
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Tract Number: 2590
  • Tax Census Tract: 995.04
  • CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $612
  • Tax Lot: 227
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Assessments YN: Yes
  • Assessments: Unknown
  • Community Features: Biking, Curbs, Sidewalks, Storm Drains, Street Lights
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Electric Oven
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Formica Counters, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Living Room Balcony, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
  • Room Type: Den, Entry, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Office
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bathroom Features: Shower, Formica Counters
  • Bedroom Features: Main Floor Bedroom, Master Bedroom
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Pots & Pan Drawers
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, In Family Room, Dining Room, In Kitchen, In Living Room
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room, Inside
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Room, Inside
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room
  • Fireplace: FP in Living Room
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Heating: Central
  • Heat Equipment: Forced Air Unit
  • Floor Coverings: Carpet, Stone, Tile
  • Flooring: Carpet, Stone, Tile
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Tar/Gravel
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Structure Type: House
  • Miscellaneous: Storm Drains
  • View Description: City Lights, Coastline
  • Patio: Yes
  • Patio: Deck, Roof Top, Patio Open
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio Open, Front Porch, Roof Top
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Description: None
  • Pool: N/K
  • Spa Features: None
Land/Lot Info
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Lot 6500-9999, Sprinkler System
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Levels: Two
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Sewer/Septic: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Parking Info
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Parking Garage: Carport, Driveway, On street, RV Access
  • Parking Non-Garage: Carport, Driveway, Street
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 0
  • Carport Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Carport, Driveway, RV Access/Parking, Street
Property / Structure Info
  • Builders Tract Name: The Hill
  • Builders Tract Code: The Hill (TH)
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Residential Unit Location: No Common Walls

Property History for 1600 Catalina Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1600 Catalina Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$661,746Additions$284,322Total$946,068
Tax Record2023$11,016 ($918 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt3,113 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,113 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,698 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1970CountyORANGEAPN199-154-01Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1600 Catalina Avenue

This home is within Los Alamitos Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Jack L. Weaver Elementary School
PublicK to 5

J. H. Mcgaugh Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School
Public6 to 8

Los Alamitos High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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