$3,610,000
SOLD OCT 2, 2024
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,189 Sq Ft
1 Acres

Recently Sold

$1,649 Per Sq Ft

23% Above List Price

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Fruit Trees
  • Foothill Elementary School Rated A
  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Property is near public transit

About This Home

As of October 2024

Welcome to La Buena Tierra, a beautifully designed 3-bedroom, 2-bath home situated on a private 1-acre lot, offering sweeping panoramic views of the mountains, ocean, city, and islands.

This recently updated residence features an open-concept living and dining area with vaulted wood-beam ceilings and large picture windows that invite natural light and frame the stunning views. The spacious kitchen boasts a breakfast nook, bar seating, and a refrigerated wine wall, perfect for entertaining. Additional highlights include a large pantry and custom handmade tile in the formal entryway, adding unique character to the home.

Nestled at the top of a private driveway lined with olive trees, the property also features mature avocado and lemon trees, creating a peaceful retreat with a peaceful retreat with a Spanish modern aesthetic. With its quiet luxury and ample flat areas, the estate offers endless possibilities for expansion, including space for a pool or additional structures.

Located in a private yet convenient setting, La Buena Tierra is the perfect blend of tranquility and accessibility, making it a rare find in today's market.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

The Easter Team

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #00917775

Last Buyer's Agent

Ali Evans

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01846603

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,159

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Dog Run
  • Level Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Lawn
  • Property is in good condition

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Island
  • City
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Slab Foundation
  • Tile Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,189 Sq Ft Home
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Double Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Direct Access Garage
  • Carport

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar owned by a third party

Outdoor Features

  • Covered patio or porch
  • Shed

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near a bus stop

Schools

  • Foothill Elementary School
  • Lacolina Middle School
  • San Marcos High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Septic System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 067-110-028
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,159

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Directions: Patterson Ave towards the mountains, Right on Franella, Left on La Buena Tierra
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: In Garage
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Near Public Transit
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Reso Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Good
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1960
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 1.0
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Foothill
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: LaColina
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: San Marcos
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior Wood Siding: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Interior Access: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Attached: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Lawn2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Kitchen2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Disposal3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Range2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Microwave3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Area2: Yes
  • Condition Good2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • WaterSewer Septic In: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Carpet: Yes
  • Roof:Tile2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Dog Run2: Yes
  • Other Buildings Shed: Yes
  • ViewOcean: Yes
  • View Islands: Yes
  • Laundry In Garage2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Cpt #12: Yes
  • Appliances Included Wtr SoftenerOwned: Yes
  • Cooling Heat Pump2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Covered2: Yes
  • View City4: Yes
  • Dining In Living Room2: Yes
  • Electric Solar PV Leased: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Washer, Wtr Softener/Owned
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: LR
  • Appliances Included:Double Oven2: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile
  • View: Mountain(s), Islands, Ocean, City
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding, Stucco
  • Acres: 1.0
  • Topography: Level
  • Exterior Features: Patio Open, Patio Covered, Dog Run, Lawn, Fruit Trees
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Gar #2, Cpt #1, Interior Access, Attached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
  • Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Goleta Wtr
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes
  • Heating:Heat Pump: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Unit 1 Amenities:Cathedral Ceiling(s)2: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Foothill
  • High School: San Marcos
  • Middle Or Junior School: LaColina

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 067-110-028
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 43560.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/02/2024 10/02/24 Sold $3,610,000 +23.4% $1,649 / Sq Ft
09/17/2024 09/17/24 Pending -- -- --
09/09/2024 09/09/24 For Sale $2,925,000 -- $1,336 / 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 $14,159 $1,321,397 $942,806 $378,591
2022 $13,685 $1,295,488 $924,320 $371,168
2021 $13,452 $1,270,088 $906,197 $363,891
2020 $13,085 $1,257,066 $896,906 $360,160
2019 $12,839 $1,232,419 $879,320 $353,099
2018 $12,591 $1,208,255 $862,079 $346,176
2017 $12,380 $1,184,565 $845,176 $339,389
2016 $12,042 $1,159,101 $861,421 $297,680
2015 $11,906 $1,141,691 $848,482 $293,209
2014 -- $1,119,328 $831,862 $287,466
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $1,556,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $621,450 New Conventional
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $625,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $29,700 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $690,950 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,275,000 New Conventional
Closed $170,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $3,610,000 Chicago Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Company
Grant Deed $1,063,000 Landsafe Title
Trustee Deed $1,057,500 Landsafe Title
Grant Deed -- Fidelity National Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

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Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 24-2974

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 067-110-028