126 Por La Mar Cir Santa Barbara, CA 93103
East Beach Neighborhood
1
Bed
1
Bath
700
Sq Ft
$477/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Fitness Center
- Gated with Attendant
- Clubhouse
- Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
- Property is near an ocean
- 1-minute walk to Dwight Murphy Playground
About This Home
As of August 2025Fabulous south facing, 1-bedroom condo in prestigious El Escorial Villas at East Beach. This 2nd floor unit features new Kitchen Aid stainless appliances, new carpet, fresh paint and a sunny deck with the tranquil sounds of the fountain and soothing ocean breezes. El Escorial’s resort-like setting includes a pool/spa, health club, tennis courts and gated 24-hour security. Located across from East Beach, near Montecito's Coast Village Road and with easy access to beautiful downtown Santa Barbara. This is resort style living at its BEST!’
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Robert Oliver
Coldwell Banker Realty Listed on: 08/25/2017
Co-Listed By
Karin Holloway
Coldwell Banker Realty
Last Buyer's Agent
Jan Banister
Village Properties
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,083
Year Built
- Built in 1991
HOA Fees
- $477 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- Carport
Home Design
- 700 Sq Ft Home
Kitchen
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Property is near an ocean
Location
- Property is near a park
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near shops
- Property is near a bus stop
- City Lot
Schools
- Franklin Elementary School
- S.B. Jr. Middle School
- S.B. Sr. High School
Utilities
- Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window
- Sewer Stub Out
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 017-610-026
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include insurance, earthquake insurance, water, trash, cable TV, comm area maint, exterior maint, security
- 261 Buildings
- 261 Units
- El Escorial Villas A Community
- 15 East Beach Subdivision
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Fitness Center
- Community Pool
- Community Spa
Pet Policy
- Pets Allowed
Additional Features
- Clubhouse
- Gated with Attendant
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 12, 2018
Sold by
Ferrara Charles Andrew and Ferrara Diane Manning
Bought by
Charles A Ferrara 2018 Family Trust
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 25, 2017
Closed on
Dec 18, 2017
Sold by
Mayer Mark G and Mayer Brandy M
Bought by
Ferrara Charles Andrew and Ferrara Diane Manning
Seller's Agent
Robert Oliver
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jan Banister
Village Properties
List Price
$629,000
Sold Price
$595,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,000
-5.41%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.66%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 23, 2006
Sold by
Hovey David Andrew
Bought by
Mayer Mark G and Mayer Brandy M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$520,000
Interest Rate
6.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 2, 1997
Sold by
Hofmann Fischer Ilse
Bought by
Hovey David A
Similar Home in Santa Barbara, CA
Create a Home Valuation Report for This Property
The Home Valuation Report is an in-depth analysis detailing your home's value as well as a comparison with similar homes in the area
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $595,000 | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | -- | Equity Title Company Santa B | |
| Grant Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $200,000 | Equity Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $520,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/01/2025 08/01/25 | Sold | $884,900 | -90.1% | $1,264 / Sq Ft |
| 07/03/2025 07/03/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/24/2025 06/24/25 | For Sale | $8,949,000 | +1404.0% | $12,784 / Sq Ft |
| 12/22/2017 12/22/17 | Sold | $595,000 | -5.4% | $850 / Sq Ft |
| 12/06/2017 12/06/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/25/2017 08/25/17 | For Sale | $629,000 | -- | $899 / Sq Ft |
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $7,083 | $679,233 | $335,656 | $343,577 |
| 2023 | $7,083 | $652,860 | $322,623 | $330,237 |
| 2022 | $6,835 | $640,060 | $316,298 | $323,762 |
| 2021 | $6,676 | $627,511 | $310,097 | $317,414 |
| 2020 | $6,607 | $621,078 | $306,918 | $314,160 |
| 2019 | $6,492 | $608,900 | $300,900 | $308,000 |
| 2018 | $6,380 | $595,000 | $295,000 | $300,000 |
| 2017 | $5,955 | $563,000 | $286,000 | $277,000 |
| 2016 | $5,707 | $536,000 | $272,000 | $264,000 |
| 2014 | $5,369 | $500,000 | $254,000 | $246,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Bartron Real Est Group
Seller's Agent in 2025
Bartron Real Est Group
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(805) 563-4054
3 in this area
227 Total Sales
-
Peggy Reagan
P
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Peggy Reagan
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(805) 679-3882
1 in this area
2 Total Sales
-
Michael Calcagno
M
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Michael Calcagno
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(805) 896-0876
1 in this area
295 Total Sales
-
R
Seller's Agent in 2017
Robert Oliver
Coldwell Banker Realty
-
K
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2017
Karin Holloway
Coldwell Banker Realty
-
J
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Jan Banister
Village Properties
Map
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service
MLS Number: 17-2884
APN: 017-610-026
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
This information is being provided for your personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties that you may be interested in purchasing. Data relating to real estate for sale on this Website comes from the Internet Data Exchange Program of the Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service. All information is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither the Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service nor the listing broker(s) shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, or misprints.
Copyright 2025 Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service. All rights reserved.
Nearby Homes
- 243 Por La Mar Cir
- 269 Por La Mar Cir
- 322 S Voluntario St
- 1130 Hutash St
- 1210 Cacique St Unit Spc 48
- 1210 Cacique St Unit 18
- 1480 Lou Dillon Ln
- 30 S Salinas St Unit B
- 937 Cima Linda Ln
- 1030 E Mason St
- 713 Kimball St
- 1776 Eucalyptus Hill Rd
- 223 La Vista Grande
- 223 N Salinas St
- 1522 Knoll Circle Dr
- 1378 Sycamore Canyon Rd
- 150 Cedar Ln
- 488 Barker Pass Rd
- 1435 Sycamore Canyon Rd
- 1029 Alston Rd