$2,165,000
SOLD MAR 18, 2025
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,002 Sq Ft
6,098 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,081 Per Sq Ft

3% Above List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Mountain View
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • San Marcos Senior High School Rated A
  • Property is near a park
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of March 2025

Located in the desirable Samarkand neighborhood, this beautifully maintained two-story home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and numerous updates throughout. An updated kitchen opens to a bright and inviting living space, as well as a formal dining room and living room with a fireplace. The spacious primary suite upstairs features a remodeled ensuite bath, walk-in closet, and an adjacent flex room perfect for an office or nursery. Downstairs, there are two additional bedrooms and a second full bath. The backyard is private with a deck, spacious grassy area, and a raised garden bed. Recently added solar power adds to the home's appeal. It's well located near Upper State Street and all the wonderful restaurants and shopping. Don't miss this exceptional opportunity!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Stephanie Young

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #00629053

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Brittany Nichole Arntz

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #02055307

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,454

Year Built

  • Built in 1949

Lot Details

  • 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • Direct Access Garage

Home Design

  • Split Level Home
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,002 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Mountain Views
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Stove
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar owned by seller

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near a park
  • Property is near public transit
  • Property near a hospital
  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a bus stop
  • City Lot

Schools

  • Adams Elementary School
  • Lacumbre Middle School
  • San Marcos High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Water Softener is Owned

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 20 Samarkand Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 051-325-003

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,454

Year Built

Built in 1949

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Directions: Las Positas to Baldwin Rd. Turn right onto Romaine Drive. Property is on the right.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Laundry Room
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Near Public Transit
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name: 20 - Samarkand
  • Reso Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Split Level
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Good
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1949
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.14
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Adams
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: LaCumbre
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: San Marcos
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Interior Access: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Attached: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Drought Tolerant LND2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Rooms Family Room4: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Bar2: Yes
  • Laundry Laundry Room2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Range2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Stove3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security Security System: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Rooms Office3: Yes
  • Dining Formal2: Yes
  • Condition Good2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • Construction Split Level: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Deck3: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced BCK: Yes
  • Appliances Included Wtr SoftenerOwned: Yes
  • Cooling Heat Pump2: Yes
  • Electric Solar PV Seller Owned: Yes
  • Proximity Near Hospital2: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • Cooling Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Gas Stove, Wtr Softener/Owned
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Acres: 0.14
  • Topography: Level
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio Open, Fenced: BCK, Drought Tolerant LND

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Gar #2, Interior Access, Attached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Heating:Heat Pump: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Adams
  • High School: San Marcos
  • Middle Or Junior School: LaCumbre

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 051-325-003
  • Zoning: Other
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6098.4
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/18/2025 03/18/25 Sold $2,165,000 +3.1% $1,081 / Sq Ft
02/09/2025 02/09/25 Pending -- -- --
02/06/2025 02/06/25 For Sale $2,100,000 +133.3% $1,049 / Sq Ft
06/14/2013 06/14/13 Sold $900,000 -3.1% $450 / Sq Ft
05/08/2013 05/08/13 Pending -- -- --
03/28/2013 03/28/13 For Sale $929,000 -- $464 / Sq Ft
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

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
2023 $11,454 $1,065,242 $532,621 $532,621
2022 $11,050 $1,044,356 $522,178 $522,178
2021 $10,795 $1,023,880 $511,940 $511,940
2020 $10,682 $1,013,382 $506,691 $506,691
2019 $10,495 $993,512 $496,756 $496,756
2018 $10,345 $974,032 $487,016 $487,016
2017 $10,002 $954,934 $477,467 $477,467
2016 $9,800 $936,210 $468,105 $468,105
2015 $9,692 $922,148 $461,074 $461,074
2014 $9,532 $904,086 $452,043 $452,043
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,700,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $528,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $171,500 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $625,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $740,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $710,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $630,000 Negative Amortization
Previous Owner $557,500 Stand Alone First
Previous Owner $520,000 Stand Alone First
Previous Owner $568,750 Stand Alone First
Previous Owner $315,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $290,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $286,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $272,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $2,165,000 Chicago Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $900,000 First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed -- First American Title
Grant Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

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Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 25-562

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 051-325-003