118 E Islay St Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Oak Park NeighborhoodEstimated payment $28,766/month
Highlights
- Updated Kitchen
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
- Property is near park, public transit, shops, and bus stop
- Victorian Architecture
About This Home
118 East Islay is one of Santa Barbara's finest and most notable homes, and conveniently located at the beginning of the exclusive Upper East neighborhood just a few blocks to the heart of downtown. The gorgeous Queen Anne Victorian was one of the first grand homes built in Santa Barbara - in 1887 by prominent local financier Joseph Howard - and in recent years has been brought back to its full glory in a meticulous and impeccable authentic restoration. You will marvel at the historic details throughout, and the luxurious new conveniences incorporated in the restoration process by renowned historical architect Peter Becker, punctuated by an ingeniously-designed newer kitchen and primary bathroom. The turnkey property also includes newer roofs, new A/C for upstairs, private low-maintenance yard areas, several fruit trees, and a carriage house which is now a 2-car garage plus workshop plus loft space above for a potential ADU. The location is ideal as it gets - at the beginning of Santa Barbara's Upper East neighborhood just 4-5 blocks to downtown's Theatre/Arts districts, with its many fine dining spots, world-class performing arts theaters, museums, boutique retail and parks. The mid-block location on a cross-street is rare for the semi-urban Upper East, providing a low-traffic low-noise refuge compared to much of the area. See vicinity map and floorplan under Documents. Don't miss the opportunity to secure a notable Santa Barbara jewel.
Listing Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01245644 Listed on: 04/01/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1887
Lot Details
- 10,018 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Level Lot
- Irrigation
- Property is in excellent condition
- Property is zoned E-1
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Raised Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Wood Shingle Exterior
Interior Spaces
- 3,257 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Loft
- Laundry Room
- Property Views
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Remodeled Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Built-In Barbecue
Location
- Property is near park, public transit, shops, and bus stop
Schools
- Roosevelt Elementary School
- S.B. Jr. Middle School
- S.B. Sr. High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Tankless Water Heater
- Water Softener is Owned
Community Details
- 15 Upper Eastside Subdivision
- Restaurant
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 027-111-002
- Seller Considering Concessions
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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| 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 | $30,828 | $2,920,215 | $1,682,586 | $1,237,629 |
| 2023 | $30,301 | $2,806,821 | $1,617,250 | $1,189,571 |
| 2022 | $29,242 | $2,751,787 | $1,585,540 | $1,166,247 |
| 2021 | $28,573 | $2,697,831 | $1,554,451 | $1,143,380 |
| 2020 | $28,279 | $2,670,170 | $1,538,513 | $1,131,657 |
| 2019 | $27,786 | $2,617,815 | $1,508,347 | $1,109,468 |
| 2018 | $27,320 | $2,566,486 | $1,478,772 | $1,087,714 |
| 2017 | $26,416 | $2,516,164 | $1,449,777 | $1,066,387 |
| 2016 | $25,590 | $2,451,828 | $1,421,350 | $1,030,478 |
| 2014 | $20,205 | $1,922,153 | $1,181,482 | $740,671 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/08/2026 06/08/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/01/2026 04/01/26 | For Sale | $4,850,000 | +100.8% | $1,489 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/07/2015 04/07/15 | Sold | $2,415,000 | -2.4% | $741 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/15/2015 03/15/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/06/2015 03/06/15 | For Sale | $2,475,000 | -- | $760 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $2,415,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | -- | Chicago Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | American Title Co |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $729,750 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $948,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $300,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $100,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service
MLS Number: 26-1052
APN: 027-111-002
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