$942,500
SOLD APR 4, 2025

521 E Anapamu St Unit 3 Santa Barbara, CA 93103

Laguna Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
1,002 Sq Ft
$630/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$941 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

15 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is near an ocean
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Reverse Osmosis System
  • Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Property is near a park

About This Home

As of April 2025

Nestled in downtown Santa Barbara, this beautifully remodeled 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo offers a serene retreat with a prime location. The open dining and living area, with a cozy fireplace, flows into a private backyard—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. A 2023 remodel introduced stylish upgrades, including sleek kitchen counters, a filtered water system, and an expansive bathroom with shiplap walls, a tiled shower, and a smart mirror. The oversized bedroom features double closets and large windows overlooking the backyard. Enjoy in-unit laundry, an attached one-car garage, and peaceful outdoor space complete w/ tiled decking, artificial turf & a wooded setting. Just blocks from downtown dining, shopping, and the Santa Barbara Bowl, this condo blends modern comfort with the best of coastal living. HOA Fees include trash, landscaping, insurance, management, common area & exterior maintenance.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kathy Spieler

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #00851281

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Co-Listed By

Katie Spieler

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #02172820

Last Buyer's Agent

Sylvia Miller

Seascape Realty License #00558548

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,234

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Artificial Turf
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition

HOA Fees

  • $630 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Garage

Home Design

  • Spanish Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,002 Sq Ft Home
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Blinds
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Laminate Flooring
  • Views of Woods

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Built-In Electric Oven
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Reverse Osmosis System

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 1 Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • 220 Volts In Laundry

Home Security

Accessible Home Design

  • Stepless Entry

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Covered patio or porch

Location

  • Ground Level Unit
  • Property is near a park
  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a bus stop
  • City Lot

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Water Purifier is Owned

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Potted Plants
  • Assessor Parcel Number 029-360-002
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include insurance, trash, prop mgmt, comm area maint, exterior maint
  • 8 Buildings
  • 8 Units
  • El Encanto Creek Community
  • 15 Or 20 Downtown Subdivision

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Additional Features

  • Restaurant
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,234

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$630 per month

Listing Details

  • Directions: Located off the street on Anapamu between Salsipuedes and Olive St.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1979
  • ResoWindowFeatures: Drapes, Blinds
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: 220V Elect, Gas Hookup, In Unit
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Near Public Transit
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Reso Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Trash, Prop Mgmt, Comm Area Maint, Exterior Maint
  • Co List Office Mls Id: prucal
  • Co List Office Phone: 805-687-2666
  • Subdivision Name: 15 or 20 - Downtown
  • Architectural Style: Spanish
  • Reso Flooring: Laminate
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Entry Lvl(No Stairs)
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1979
  • Property Information Total #Units: 8
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Roosevelt
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: Yes
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Construction Entry Lvl(No Stairs)2: Yes
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Bath2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Kitchen2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Stove3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Microwave3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Blinds: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Drapes: Yes
  • View Wooded3: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Proximity Restaurants: Yes
  • Dining Formal2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Rev Osmosis2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Gas8: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Wooded4: Yes
  • Location Info Development Name: El Encanto Creek
  • Roof:Tile2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced BCK: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Laminate2: Yes
  • CondoCO-OPPUD Attached7: Yes
  • Laundry In Unit2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #12: Yes
  • Laundry Gas Hookup2: Yes
  • Amenities Grnd Unit: Yes
  • Property Information Apx Lot Size FxD: .03
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • Style Spanish2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Covered2: Yes
  • CondoCO-OPPUD End Unit: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Artificial Turf: Yes
  • Appliances Included Water Purifier Owned: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Built-In Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Stove, Microwave, Rev Osmosis, Washer
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Gas
  • Appliances Included:Built-In Electric Oven: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile
  • View: Setting, Wooded
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Topography: Level
  • Exclusions: Potted Plants
  • Common Walls: End Unit
  • Exterior Features: Patio Open, Patio Covered, Wooded, Fenced: BCK
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Gar #1

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Association: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 029-360-002
  • Zoning: Other
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Apx Lot Size FxD

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/04/2025 04/04/25 Sold $942,500 -0.7% $941 / Sq Ft
03/19/2025 03/19/25 Pending -- -- --
03/18/2025 03/18/25 Price Changed $949,000 -4.6% $947 / Sq Ft
03/04/2025 03/04/25 For Sale $995,000 +105.2% $993 / Sq Ft
02/21/2013 02/21/13 Sold $485,000 -0.8% $484 / Sq Ft
01/22/2013 01/22/13 Pending -- -- --
01/16/2013 01/16/13 For Sale $489,000 -- $488 / 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 $6,234 $574,043 $236,719 $337,324
2022 $6,015 $562,788 $232,078 $330,710
2021 $5,875 $551,754 $227,528 $324,226
2020 $5,814 $546,097 $225,195 $320,902
2019 $5,713 $535,390 $220,780 $314,610
2018 $5,632 $524,893 $216,451 $308,442
2017 $5,446 $514,602 $212,207 $302,395
2016 $5,379 $504,513 $208,047 $296,466
2015 $5,321 $496,935 $204,922 $292,013
2014 $5,235 $487,201 $200,908 $286,293
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $363,750 New Conventional
Previous Owner $325,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $942,500 Chicago Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $485,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Grant Deed $415,000 First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

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Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 25-914

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 029-360-002