$2,950,000

Estimated payment $16,102/month

Total Views 325
7 Beds
3 Baths
2,835 Sq Ft
$1,041 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Open Floorplan
  • Property is near a park
  • Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
  • View of Hills
  • 2-minute walk to Alice Keck Park Memorial Gardens

About This Home

Welcome to 1500 Anacapa Street, an iconic Spanish Colonial Revival property located at the prominent corner of Anacapa and Micheltorena Streets in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara. This versatile property spans approximately 2,835 square feet of above-ground living space, plus an additional 250 square feet of unfinished basement, offering ample storage or potential for future customization. Set on a spacious 9,583 square foot lot, the property features timeless architectural details such as handcrafted wrought iron accents, red Spanish tile roofing, and an original gas fireplace, embodying the historic charm and elegance of Santa Barbara's renowned aesthetic.

Highlights include eight on-site parking spaces—a rare find in downtown—enhanced by proximity to the vibrant offerings of State Street, Alameda Park, and Alice Keck Memorial Garden. Zoned O-R, the property presents an exceptional opportunity for a range of potential uses, including luxurious single-family living, multi-family development, boutique hospitality, or mixed-use configurations, subject to city approvals.

Meticulously maintained and ready for immediate transformation, 1500 Anacapa Street offers an extraordinary chance to own a piece of Santa Barbara’s history and create a one-of-a-kind property in the “American Riviera.”

Disclaimer: Buyers are advised to verify intended uses with the City of Santa Barbara and conduct their own due diligence.

Listing Agent

Greg Herz

WCB Commercial Real Estate Brokerage Phone: 949-202-6600 License #01932277 Listed on: 09/02/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,821

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 9,583 Sq Ft Lot
  • Drip System Landscaping
  • Corner Lot
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Sloped Down
  • Sprinklers Throughout Yard
  • Private Yard
  • Garden
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
  • Property is zoned O-R

Property Views

  • Hills
  • Park or Greenbelt
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Spanish Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Fire Rated Drywall
  • Tile Roof
  • Pre-Cast Concrete Construction
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Pier Jacks
  • Asphalt
  • Plaster
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,835 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Fireplace Features Masonry
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Awning
  • Custom Window Coverings
  • Blinds
  • Wood Frame Window
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Separate Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Attached Deck
  • Home Office
  • Utility Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Sump Pump

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 7 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 3 Bathrooms

Home Security

  • Window Bars
  • Alarm System
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • Parking Available
  • Driveway
  • Paved Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Wood Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Rain Gutters
  • Wrap Around Porch

Utilities

  • Ducts Professionally Air-Sealed
  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Floor Furnace
  • Air Source Heat Pump
  • Combination Of Heating Systems
  • 220 Volts
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Phone Connected

Additional Features

  • No Interior Steps
  • Property is near a park

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 5 / 59
  • Assessor Parcel Number 027241015

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Santa Barbara: Other Subdivision
  • Foothills

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Dog Park
  • Hiking Trails
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,821

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Inclusions: All built-in kitchen appliances, attached light fixtures, and existing landscaping features are included in the sale.
  • Other Phone Description: (949) 202-6600
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire and Smoke Detection System, Smoke Detector(s), Window Bars, Wired for Alarm System
  • Subdivision Name Other: Santa Barbara: Other (80)
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: O-R
  • Architectural Style: Spanish
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 027241015
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2835.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Beamed Ceilings, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Unfurnished
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry Location: Front and Rear
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Accessibility Features: No Interior Steps
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Half Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 7
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Gas, Masonry
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 7
  • Price Per Square Foot: 1040.56
  • Room Type: Entry, Family Room, Foyer, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Office, Separate Family Room, Utility Room, Walk-In Closet
  • Window Features: Blinds, Custom Covering, Wood Frames
  • Basement: Unfinished

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Pier Jacks, Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Other Structures: Storage
  • Exterior Features: Awning(s), Lighting, Rain Gutters, Sump Pump
  • View: Hills, Neighborhood, Park/Greenbelt
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Stone, Wood, Wrap Around
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Tile
  • Spa: No
  • Construction Materials: Asphalt, Brick, Concrete, Drywall Walls, Ducts Professionally Air-Sealed, Glass, Plaster, Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Paved

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Phone Connected, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: No
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
  • Electric: 220 Volts, Electricity - On Property
  • Heating Type: Central, Combination, Fireplace(s), Floor Furnace, Heat Pump
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air, Dual, Heat Pump, Zoned
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Biking, Dog Park, Foothills, Golf, Hiking, Sidewalks, Street Lights

Schools

  • School District: San Marcos Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Corner Lot, Sloped Down, Garden, Landscaped, Lot 6500-9999, Rectangular Lot, Park Nearby, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers Drip System, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinklers Timer, Yard
  • Lot Size: 0.22 acres
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9583.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2200

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: Yes
  • Lot Size Area: 9583.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 59
  • Tax Census Tract: 4.00
  • Tax Lot: 5

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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
2025 $1,821 $167,390 $64,448 $102,942
2023 $1,821 $160,893 $61,947 $98,946
2022 $1,755 $157,739 $60,733 $97,006
2021 $1,710 $154,647 $59,543 $95,104
2020 $1,692 $153,062 $58,933 $94,129
2019 $1,662 $150,062 $57,778 $92,284
2018 $1,638 $147,121 $56,646 $90,475
2017 $1,584 $144,237 $55,536 $88,701
2016 $1,631 $141,410 $54,448 $86,962
2014 $1,588 $136,560 $52,581 $83,979
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/02/2025 09/02/25 For Sale $2,950,000 -- $1,041 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Grant Deed -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $65,000 New Conventional
Open $545,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $520,000 Commercial
Source: Public Records

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Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: SB25197208

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 027-241-015