NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1242 W Valerio St Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Westside Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,477,502 - $1,863,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,138 Sq Ft
$1,399/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 07, 2012

Last sale price $631,000 $554 Per Sq Ft

Est. 152% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,354/month

123 Days on Market

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Property is near a park
  • San Marcos Senior High School Rated A
  • Fruit Trees
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of December 2012

1920's remodeled Upper Westside cottage with 3 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms (3rd bedroom has no closet & could also be a den or office), 1-car garage, fruit trees, & great outdoor entertaining space. In recent years this home has been redone, including the plumbing & electric systems, new roof, new bathroom added with permits, new kitchen, new GFA, new windows, garage, etc. Great location!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Emily Kellenberger

Village Properties License #01397913 Listed on: 07/05/2012

Last Buyer's Agent

Ryan Malmsten

RE/MAX Santa Barbara

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,385

Year Built

  • Built in 1926

Lot Details

  • 5,227 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Irrigation
  • Fruit Trees
  • Wooded Lot
  • Lawn
  • Property is in excellent condition

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Raised Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,138 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Views of Woods
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Built-In Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Uncovered Parking

Location

  • Property is near a park
  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near a bus stop
  • City Lot

Schools

  • Harding Elementary School
  • S.B. Jr. Middle School
  • S.B. Sr. High School

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • 20 Westside Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 041-052-022

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,385

Year Built

Built in 1926

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1926
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: In Garage
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Sloped Up, Near Public Transit
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name: 20 - Westside
  • Architectural Style: Cal Cottage
  • Reso Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1926
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.12
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Harding
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Property Information Within City Limits: Yes
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Style Cal Cottage: Yes
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Exterior Wood Siding: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Unc #4: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation TO: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Lawn2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced ALL2: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Bath2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Kitchen2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Disposal3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Microwave3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • View Wooded3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Gas8: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Wooded4: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Detached: Yes
  • Laundry In Garage2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #12: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Wood2: Yes
  • Foundation Raised: Yes
  • LocationTopo Upslope2: Yes
  • Appliances Included OvenRngeBlt-In2: Yes
  • Assessor's Data Assessor Year Built: 1926.0
  • Assessor's Data Assessor Lot Acres: 0.12
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Oven/Rnge/Blt-In, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, LR

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Setting, Wooded
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Acres: 0.12
  • Topography: Upslope, Level
  • Exterior Features: Patio Open, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Wooded, Yard Irrigation T/O, Fenced: ALL
  • Foundation Details: Raised

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Gar #1, Unc #4, Detached

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: SB Wtr
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Sidewalks

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 041-052-022
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5227.2
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 15, 2017
Sold by
Sulka David Charles and Sulka David C
Bought by
Sulka David Chalrs and Sulka Rachel Lawton Finch
Current Estimated Value
$1,591,626

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 14, 2016
Sold by
Simon Jessica H
Bought by
Sulka David C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$539,500
Outstanding Balance
$432,667
Interest Rate
3.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,158,959

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 5, 2012
Closed on
Dec 3, 2012
Sold by
Vasquez Erik A and Bosse Susan D
Bought by
Sulka David C and Simon Jessica H
Seller's Agent
Emily Kellenberger
Village Properties
Buyer's Agent
Ryan Malmsten
RE/MAX Santa Barbara
List Price
$685,000
Sold Price
$631,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$54,000
-7.88%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.53%
Original Mortgage
$572,343
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 1, 2004
Sold by
Eckhardt Audree
Bought by
Vasquez Erik A and Bosse Susan D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$35,500
Interest Rate
5.38%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 8, 2003
Sold by
Jensen Katherine
Bought by
Jensen Katherine
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Sulka David Chalrs -- None Available
Sulka David C $539,500 First American Title Company
Sulka David C $625,000 Chicago Title Company
Vasquez Erik A $680,000 First American Title Company
Jensen Katherine -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Sulka David C $539,500
Previous Owner Sulka David C $572,343
Previous Owner Vasquez Erik A $105,000
Previous Owner Vasquez Erik A $35,500
Previous Owner Vasquez Erik A $544,000
Closed Vasquez Erik A $68,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/07/2012 12/07/12 Sold $631,000 -7.9% $554 / Sq Ft
10/27/2012 10/27/12 Pending -- -- --
06/26/2012 06/26/12 For Sale $685,000 -- $602 / Sq Ft
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $8,385 $812,039 $505,481 $306,558
2023 $8,385 $780,508 $485,853 $294,655
2022 $8,088 $765,205 $476,327 $288,878
2021 $7,900 $750,202 $466,988 $283,214
2020 $7,818 $742,510 $462,200 $280,310
2019 $7,680 $727,952 $453,138 $274,814
2018 $7,570 $713,679 $444,253 $269,426
2017 $7,319 $699,687 $435,543 $264,144
2016 $6,820 $649,937 $416,094 $233,843
2015 $6,745 $640,175 $409,844 $230,331
2014 $6,634 $627,636 $401,816 $225,820
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Emily Kellenberger

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Emily Kellenberger

    Village Properties

    (805) 252-2773

    1 in this area

    66 Total Sales

    Emily Kellenberger
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    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Ryan Malmsten

    RE/MAX Santa Barbara

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 12-2065

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 041-052-022

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93101 Westside

1242 W Valerio St, Santa Barbara, CA

This home is located at 1242 W Valerio St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 since 05 July 2012 and is currently estimated at $1,591,626, approximately $1,398 per square foot. This property was built in 1926. 1242 W Valerio St is a home located in Santa Barbara County with nearby schools including Harding University Partnership, La Cumbre Junior High School, and San Marcos Senior High School.

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