$2,525,000
SOLD JAN 21, 2025
3 Beds
3.5 Baths
1,537 Sq Ft
7,405 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,643 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is near an ocean
  • City View
  • Property is near a park
  • Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Spanish Architecture

About This Home

As of January 2025

For the most discerning buyers, this impeccably renovated home offers the ultimate in modern comfort and style. Located in the heart of upper downtown, this property has been completely rebuilt over the past four years. Boasting 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, the home was rebuilt from the original 2.4 redwood studs on out to what you see today. Every inch of the property has been touched. A just completed oversized custom garage, built to match the home's refined character, offers plenty of space and flexibility, including the potential for an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU). It's interior features a finished out open beam ceiling interior. The private backyard provides a family-friendly yard and an inviting patio area. Walk to downtown! Rare opportunity to own a turn key classic SB home. lenty of space and flexibility, including the potential for an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), providing multiple options for use. Its interior features an open beam ceiling, the walls fully insulated and finished with drywall, and a custom electric garage door that opens along the ceiling, leaving the interior fully open even with the door open. This could be an ultimate person cave!

The private backyard provides a family-friendly yard and an inviting patio area, perfect for outdoor entertaining. A newly installed paver driveway adds an additional layer of curb appeal and sophistication to the property. With its proximity to downtown, you can easily walk to the best that Santa Barbara has to offercharming shops, renowned restaurants, and cultural landmarks are just moments away. This is a rare opportunity to own a beautifully reimagined home in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Santa Barbara.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lenny Gerthoffer

Blue Star Real Estate License #01019467

Last Buyer's Agent

Dianne Johnson

Village Properties - 1 License #00947199 / 01943572

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,450

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 7,405 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Artificial Turf
  • Level Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition

Property Views

  • City
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Spanish Architecture
  • Raised Foundation
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,537 Sq Ft Home
  • Skylights
  • Double Pane Windows
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
  • Dining Area
  • Laminate Flooring
  • Smart Thermostat
  • Laundry in unit

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Solar Tube

Parking

  • Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean

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

  • Peabody Elementary School
  • S.B. Jr. Middle School
  • S.B. Sr. High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Tankless Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 15 Or 20 Downtown Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 025-071-016
  • Seller Concessions Offered
  • Seller Will Consider Concessions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,450

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Directions: State st. above mission. turn west towards ocean, house is a few doors down on the right.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Reso Interior Features: Smart Thermostat, Solar Tube(s)
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: In Unit
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Near Public Transit
  • Subdivision Name: 15 or 20 - Downtown
  • Architectural Style: Spanish
  • Reso Flooring: Laminate
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1920
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.18
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Peabody
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: Yes
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Amenities Dual Pane Window2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Bath2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Kitchen2: Yes
  • Amenities Skylight2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Property Information Main House SqFt: 1537.0
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Property Information Apx Lot SqFt: 7405.0
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • Roof:Tile2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced BCK: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Total # Uncovered Spaces: 2.0
  • FlrWdw Coverings Laminate2: Yes
  • Laundry In Unit2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Tankless Water Heater: Yes
  • Proximity Near Hospital2: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • Style Spanish2: Yes
  • Foundation Raised: Yes
  • View City4: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Artificial Turf: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Interior Features:Smart Thermostat: Yes
  • Interior Features:Solar Tube(s): Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile
  • View: Mountain(s), City, Setting
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 0.18
  • Topography: Level
  • Exterior Features: Fenced: BCK
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Window Features:ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Open Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Gar #2

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: SB Wtr
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Peabody
  • High School: S.B. Sr.
  • Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 025-071-016
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7405.0

Map

Range of Values:

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Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/21/2025 01/21/25 Sold $2,525,000 +1.0% $1,643 / Sq Ft
01/06/2025 01/06/25 Pending -- -- --
01/04/2025 01/04/25 For Sale $2,499,000 -1.0% $1,626 / Sq Ft
01/03/2025 01/03/25 Off Market $2,525,000 -- --
12/20/2019 12/20/19 Sold $895,000 -10.1% $864 / Sq Ft
12/04/2019 12/04/19 Pending -- -- --
10/02/2019 10/02/19 For Sale $995,000 -- $960 / 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 $12,450 $1,150,803 $740,824 $409,979
2022 $11,103 $1,042,357 $726,397 $315,960
2021 $10,185 $959,272 $707,252 $252,020
2020 $9,504 $895,000 $700,000 $195,000
2019 $791 $78,018 $38,373 $39,645
2018 $778 $76,489 $37,621 $38,868
2017 $751 $74,990 $36,884 $38,106
2016 $820 $73,520 $36,161 $37,359
2014 $798 $70,999 $34,921 $36,078
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $1,900,000 Construction
Previous Owner $510,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $300,000 Construction
Previous Owner $400,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed -- None Listed On Document
Grant Deed $2,525,000 First American Title
Grant Deed -- None Listed On Document
Grant Deed -- None Listed On Document
Grant Deed -- None Listed On Document
Grant Deed -- None Listed On Document
Grant Deed $895,000 Wfg National Title Ins Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

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Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 25-25

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 025-071-016