$2,650,000
SOLD MAR 30, 2025

979 Chelham Way Santa Barbara, CA 93108

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,149 Sq Ft
7,405 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$2,306 Per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Cold Spring Elementary School Rated A
  • Property is in excellent condition

About This Home

As of March 2025

For Statistical Purposes Only! Charming 3b/2ba single level home in Cold Springs school district. Beautiful private backyard with a pool, playhouse, and covered patio.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carmen Galzerano

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01953155

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Marisa Garber

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #02153765

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $19,626

Year Built

  • Built in 1951

Lot Details

  • 7,405 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition

Home Design

  • 1,149 Sq Ft Home

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Schools

  • Cold Spring Elementary School
  • S.B. Jr. Middle School
  • S.B. Sr. High School

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 013-132-013

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$19,626

Year Built

Built in 1951

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • Co List Office Mls Id: prucal
  • Co List Office Phone: 805-687-2666
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1951
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.17
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Cold Spring
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Property Information Main House SqFt: 1149.0
  • Property Information Apx Lot SqFt: 7405.0
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Acres: 0.17

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 013-132-013
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7405.0

Map

Range of Values:

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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
03/31/2025 03/31/25 For Sale $2,650,000 0.0% $2,306 / Sq Ft
03/30/2025 03/30/25 Sold $2,650,000 +57.6% $2,306 / Sq Ft
03/30/2025 03/30/25 Pending -- -- --
03/05/2021 03/05/21 Sold $1,682,000 -0.8% $1,464 / Sq Ft
03/05/2021 03/05/21 Pending -- -- --
03/05/2021 03/05/21 For Sale $1,695,000 +69.5% $1,475 / Sq Ft
12/19/2013 12/19/13 Sold $1,000,000 0.0% $870 / Sq Ft
12/19/2013 12/19/13 Pending -- -- --
12/19/2013 12/19/13 For Sale $1,000,000 -- $870 / 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 $19,626 $1,697,932 $1,248,480 $449,452
2022 $19,519 $1,715,640 $1,224,000 $491,640
2021 $6,866 $1,171,360 $906,002 $265,358
2020 $13,519 $1,159,351 $896,713 $262,638
2019 $13,334 $1,136,620 $879,131 $257,489
2018 $13,101 $1,114,335 $861,894 $252,441
2017 $12,803 $1,092,487 $844,995 $247,492
2016 $12,479 $1,071,067 $828,427 $242,640
2015 $12,155 $1,054,980 $815,984 $238,996
2014 -- $1,000,000 $800,000 $200,000
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $1,093,300 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,050,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $150,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $150,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $600,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $919,200 New Conventional
Previous Owner $200,000 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $0 Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $2,650,000 First American Title
Grant Deed $1,682,000 Chicago Title Company
Grant Deed $1,000,000 First American Title Company
Grant Deed -- Equity Title Company Santa B
Grant Deed -- Santa Barbara Title Company
Source: Public Records

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Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 25-1239

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 013-132-013