$2,070,900
SOLD JAN 7, 2025
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,525 Sq Ft
5,663 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,358 Per Sq Ft

4% Above List Price

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • No HOA
  • Detached Garage
  • Wood Flooring
  • Cottage
  • 1-Story Property

About This Home

As of January 2025

Welcome to this charming 1926 Alta Mesa home, offering a perfect blend of timeless character. This single-level gem is situated on a desirable corner lot and features stunning architectural details, including curved archways, coved high ceilings that highlight its original charm. The hardwood floors flow throughout, enhancing the home's warm, inviting atmosphere. Large picture windows fill the living areas with natural light and frame breathtaking ocean views, visible from the living room, front bedroom, and side patio area.
Boasting 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, this home offers a comfortable and functional layout. The primary bedroom is ensuite with a walk-in closet and an additional smaller closet for extra storage. The property sits elevated above the street, with plenty of mature trees and shrubs, offering privacy. The property is fenced and includes fruit trees.
Other amenities include forced air heating, a 2-car garage, and ample space for relaxation and entertaining. This home is hitting the market for the first time since 2001, making it a rare opportunity in a highly desirable location. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of history so close to all Santa Barbara has to offer.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa McCann

Requisite Luxury Properties License #01985174

Last Buyer's Agent

Andrea Ruhge

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01965484

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,429

Year Built

  • Built in 1926

Lot Details

  • 5,663 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Raised Foundation
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,525 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Ocean Views

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Schools

  • Mckinley Elementary School
  • Lacumbre Middle School
  • S.B. Sr. High School

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 20 Mesa Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 035-242-002
  • Seller Concessions Offered
  • Seller Will Consider Concessions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,429

Year Built

Built in 1926

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Directions: from 101 fwy, take Castillo to Cliff. Rt on Loma Alto. Left on Coronel. Rt on Miramonte.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1926
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • Subdivision Name: 20 - Mesa
  • Architectural Style: Cal Cottage
  • Reso Flooring: Hardwood
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1926
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.13
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: McKinley
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: LaCumbre
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Style Cal Cottage: Yes
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • Property Information Main House SqFt: 1525.0
  • Roof:Tile2: Yes
  • ViewOcean: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Detached: Yes
  • Foundation Raised: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile
  • View: Ocean
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 0.13
  • Foundation Details: Raised

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Gar #2, Detached

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: McKinley
  • High School: S.B. Sr.
  • Middle Or Junior School: LaCumbre

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 035-242-002
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5662.8
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/07/2025 01/07/25 Sold $2,070,900 +3.8% $1,358 / Sq Ft
12/03/2024 12/03/24 Pending -- -- --
11/21/2024 11/21/24 For Sale $1,995,000 0.0% $1,308 / Sq Ft
12/14/2018 12/14/18 Rented $4,500 0.0% --
12/14/2018 12/14/18 Under Contract -- -- --
11/18/2018 11/18/18 For Rent $4,500 -- --
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 $1,429 $128,317 $32,546 $95,771
2022 $1,378 $125,802 $31,908 $93,894
2021 $1,344 $123,336 $31,283 $92,053
2020 $1,330 $122,073 $30,963 $91,110
2019 $1,307 $119,680 $30,356 $89,324
2018 $1,288 $117,334 $29,761 $87,573
2017 $1,245 $115,034 $29,178 $85,856
2016 $1,302 $112,779 $28,606 $84,173
2014 $1,269 $108,911 $27,626 $81,285
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,656,720 New Conventional
Closed $1,656,720 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $2,071,000 First American Title
Grant Deed $2,071,000 First American Title
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Grant Deed -- None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

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Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 24-3789

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 035-242-002