523 W Ortega St Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Lower West NeighborhoodEstimated payment $4,714/month
Total Views
4,464
2
Beds
2
Baths
726
Sq Ft
$1,095
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Hot Property
- Property is near an ocean
- Property is near a park
- San Marcos Senior High School Rated A
- Craftsman Architecture
- 2-minute walk to Parque De Lis Niños
About This Home
523 W. Ortega is the lowest priced single family home in Santa Barbara. This 2 story property offers 726 sq/ft w/ 2 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms. It's extremely low maintenance making it a great condo alternative without the HOA fees. Ideally located just a few blocks to SBCC & a short stroll to the beach & the Mesa. The home is in need of some TLC but could be a great investment or starter home.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,429
Year Built
- Built in 1917
Lot Details
- 1,307 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Level Lot
- Property is in average condition
- Property is zoned R-3
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Fixer Upper
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 726 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
- Breakfast Area or Nook
Flooring
- Carpet
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Location
- 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
- Mckinley Elementary School
- Lacumbre Middle School
- San Marcos High School
Additional Features
- Property is near an ocean
- Sewer Stub Out
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- 20 Westside Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 037-102-004
- Seller Considering Concessions
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $3,429 | $313,882 | $229,377 | $84,505 |
| 2022 | $3,308 | $307,729 | $224,880 | $82,849 |
| 2021 | $3,230 | $301,696 | $220,471 | $81,225 |
| 2020 | $3,197 | $298,604 | $218,211 | $80,393 |
| 2019 | $3,141 | $292,750 | $213,933 | $78,817 |
| 2018 | $3,097 | $287,011 | $209,739 | $77,272 |
| 2017 | $2,994 | $281,384 | $205,627 | $75,757 |
| 2016 | $3,000 | $275,868 | $201,596 | $74,272 |
| 2014 | $2,920 | $266,403 | $194,679 | $71,724 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/17/2025 04/17/25 | For Sale | $795,000 | -- | $1,095 / Sq Ft |
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service
Deed History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title | |
| Grant Deed | $260,000 | First American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | State Title Services | |
| Grant Deed | $239,000 | First American Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $375,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $255,500 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $195,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $600,000 | Negative Amortization | |
| Previous Owner | $120,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $215,100 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Similar Home in Santa Barbara, CA
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service
MLS Number: 25-1509
APN: 037-102-004
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