1280 Franciscan Ct Unit 3 Carpinteria, CA 93013
Santa Monica-El Carro Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,055
Sq Ft
$395/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Property is near an ocean
- Mountain View
- Spanish Architecture
- Updated Kitchen
- Property is near a park
- End Unit
About This Home
As of February 2018Franciscan Village, single level, end unit offers one of the best locations within the community incl easy access to resort-like amenities incl. pool, spa, BBQ & play area. The home offers 3BD/2BD, remodeled kitchen & bathrooms , newer in-unit washer/dryer & WH, tile floors, Fireplace, freshly painted interior, and even A/C! The great room concept creates great flow to kitchen & patio--perfect for hosting & al fresco dining. Spacious 2-car garage has ample room for storage & is rare for condos. Prime location provides access to beach town amenities such as the 'world's safest beach', shopping & restaurants along Linden Ave, and local coffee shops like Lucky Llama or craft breweries like Rincon & Island Brew Co. Pet friendly! Don’t miss out on your opportunity to buy the beach lifestyle! Live the beach town lifestyle in this cozy, Carpinteria three-bedroom, two bathroom condominium. The home has been updated with granite countertops in the kitchen and both bathrooms. Modern glass tile backsplash adorns the kitchen and is mirrored over the cozy gas fireplace, a centering fixture within the open livingroom and dining room. The ease of flow from the kitchen to the patio provides easy entertaining and al fresco dining. Not to mention updated appliances like water heater (less than two years old), washer & dryer (less than a year old) and air conditioning (installed in 2015).
Local amenities include multiple beaches less than 1.8 miles away (Carpinteria State Beach, Santa Clause Beach & Padaro Beach), specialty coffee shops like the Lucky Llama and Crushcakes Cafe, local surf spots at Rincon Point and craft breweries like Island Brewing Company. Don't miss the opportunity to join the local beach town community in Franciscan Village!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Zia Group
Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara License #01710544 Listed on: 01/09/2018
Last Buyer's Agent
Bowen Lee
Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,241
Year Built
- Built in 1986
Lot Details
- End Unit
- Cul-De-Sac
- Property is in excellent condition
HOA Fees
- $395 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Spanish Architecture
- Mediterranean Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Tile Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,055 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Gas Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Mountain Views
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Remodeled Bathroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
Outdoor Features
- Property is near an ocean
- Patio
Location
- Property is near a park
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
- Property is near shops
- Property is near a bus stop
Schools
- Aliso Elementary School
- Carp. Jr. Middle School
- Carp. Sr. High School
Additional Features
- Stepless Entry
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 004-015-035
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include insurance, earthquake insurance, water, trash, comm area maint, exterior maint
- 142 Buildings
- 142 Units
- Franciscan Village Community
- Greenbelt
Recreation
- Community Playground
- Community Pool
- Community Spa
Pet Policy
- Pets Allowed
Security
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 9, 2018
Closed on
Feb 8, 2018
Sold by
Scouras Amber J and Scouras Jennifer M
Bought by
Rhoades Danielle and Mccormick Donna
Seller's Agent
Zia Group
Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara
Buyer's Agent
Bowen Lee
Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara
List Price
$549,000
Sold Price
$547,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,100
-0.2%
Total Days on Market
9
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$348,080
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.81%
Original Mortgage
$2,490,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,116,398
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$1,220,418
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 4, 2014
Closed on
Dec 2, 2014
Sold by
Torre Christopher Nolan and Torre Victoria Elise
Bought by
Scouras Amber J and Scouras Jennifer M
Seller's Agent
Nancy Hussey
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Daniel Zia
Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara
List Price
$499,000
Sold Price
$499,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.00%
Original Mortgage
$399,200
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 29, 2010
Sold by
Torre Christopher Nolan
Bought by
Torre Christopher Nolan and Torre Victoria Elise
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 10, 1999
Sold by
Torre Christopher Nolan and Torre Vickie
Bought by
Torre Christopher Nolan
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$184,000
Interest Rate
6.78%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 15, 1996
Sold by
Kendall John C and Kendall Mary Garvey Living Trust
Bought by
Torre Christopher Nolan
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$165,300
Interest Rate
7.88%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $549,000 | Chicago Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | $499,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Stewart Title | |
| Grant Deed | $174,000 | Equity Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $245,000 | New Conventional | |
| Open | $2,490,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $392,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $399,200 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $330,000 | Negative Amortization | |
| Previous Owner | $184,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $165,300 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/16/2018 02/16/18 | Sold | $547,900 | -0.2% | $519 / Sq Ft |
| 01/17/2018 01/17/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/08/2018 01/08/18 | For Sale | $549,000 | +10.0% | $520 / Sq Ft |
| 12/19/2014 12/19/14 | Sold | $499,000 | 0.0% | $473 / Sq Ft |
| 11/10/2014 11/10/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/04/2014 11/04/14 | For Sale | $499,000 | -- | $473 / 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 | $7,241 | $624,662 | $312,331 | $312,331 |
| 2023 | $7,241 | $600,406 | $300,203 | $300,203 |
| 2022 | $6,978 | $588,634 | $294,317 | $294,317 |
| 2021 | $6,819 | $577,094 | $288,547 | $288,547 |
| 2020 | $6,730 | $571,178 | $285,589 | $285,589 |
| 2019 | $6,584 | $559,980 | $279,990 | $279,990 |
| 2018 | $6,307 | $527,074 | $263,537 | $263,537 |
| 2017 | $6,111 | $516,740 | $258,370 | $258,370 |
| 2016 | $6,004 | $506,608 | $253,304 | $253,304 |
| 2015 | $5,943 | $499,000 | $249,500 | $249,500 |
| 2014 | $3,037 | $231,166 | $79,710 | $151,456 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Z
Seller's Agent in 2018
Zia Group
Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara
-
B
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Bowen Lee
Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara
-
N
Seller's Agent in 2014
Nancy Hussey
Coldwell Banker Realty
-
D
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Daniel Zia
Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara
Map
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service
MLS Number: 18-74
APN: 004-015-035
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