NOT LISTED FOR SALE

136 La Vuelta Rd Santa Barbara, CA 93108

Estimated Value: $3,867,000 - $5,100,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,318 Sq Ft
$1,948/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 25, 2023

Last sale price $3,200,000 $1,381 Per Sq Ft

Est. 41% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $26,974 / mo

39 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Pool House
  • Sauna
  • Solar Power System
  • Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Fruit Trees

About This Home

As of July 2023

Discover this timeless Spanish-style treasure ideally situated in Montecito, offering a modern coastal lifestyle enriched with an array of amenities. As you enter the gated motor court, prepare to be transported. The home offers 4 bedrooms, 3 baths + office, boasting upgrades such as a/c, generator, solar for the pool, and more. Nestled on a generous .63-acre lot, relish in the expansive outdoor spaces designed for entertaining, take a refreshing dip in the pool, relax in the sauna or meander through the captivating gardens. A detached studio with bath and private entrance from the motor courtyard adds to the versatility of this remarkable property. Experience the allure of a bygone era seamlessly blended with modern comforts.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Barbara Koutnik

Coldwell Banker Realty Listed on: 06/05/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Adam McKaig

Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 27,443 Sq Ft Lot
  • Gated Home
  • Level Lot
  • Irrigation
  • Fruit Trees
  • Lawn
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Spanish Architecture
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Raised Foundation
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Blinds
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Sauna
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Video Cameras
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Pool House
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Mont Union Elementary School
  • S.B. Jr. Middle School
  • S.B. Sr. High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Power Generator
  • Sewer Stub Out

Additional Features

  • Solar Power System
  • Property is near schools and shops

Community Details

  • 2 Units
  • Restaurant

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 007-340-025

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0.63 Acres

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1925
  • ResoWindowFeatures: Blinds
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Gas Hookup, In Garage
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Gate:Elec, Security Camera, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Architectural Style: Spanish
  • Reso Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Other Structures: Other, Studio
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1925
  • Property Information Total #Units: 2
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.63
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Mont Union
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Attached: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Pool: 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 Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Bedroom2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Range2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security GateElec: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • WaterSewer Sewer Hookup: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Blinds: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Sauna3: Yes
  • Other Buildings Studio: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Proximity Restaurants: Yes
  • Rooms Office3: Yes
  • Dining Formal2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Dining Room2: Yes
  • Security Security Camera2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s):_two_3: Yes
  • Roof:Tile2: Yes
  • Laundry In Garage2: Yes
  • Laundry Gas Hookup2: Yes
  • Amenities Solar PV2: Yes
  • Style Spanish2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Covered2: Yes
  • Foundation Raised: Yes
  • Amenities GasElectricDiesel Generator: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Pool House2: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Dining Room, 2, LR
  • Other Rooms:Sun Room2: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile, Flat
  • View: Setting
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 0.63
  • Topography: Level
  • Exterior Features: Pool, Pool House, Patio Open, Patio Covered, Sauna, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation T/O, Fenced: ALL
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • ConstructionSiding:Roof Flat: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Gar #2, Attached, Other

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Mont Wtr
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 007-340-025
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 27442.8
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 5, 2023
Closed on
Jul 12, 2023
Sold by
Ok Wave Llc
Bought by
Los Hermosos Llc
Seller's Agent
Barbara Koutnik
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Adam McKaig
Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$3,895,000
Sold Price
$3,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$695,000
-17.84%
Views
389
Current Estimated Value
$4,516,569

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,316,569
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.95%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 26, 2015
Sold by
Heavin Bruce and Weinman Lynda
Bought by
Ok Wave Llc

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 25, 2012
Closed on
Mar 21, 2012
Sold by
Plunkett Richard J and Plunkett Sharyn A
Bought by
Heavin Bruce and Weinman Lynda
Seller's Agent
Janice Laney
Keller Williams Realty Montecito
Buyer's Agent
Barbara Koutnik
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,575,000
Sold Price
$1,300,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$275,000
-17.46%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.19%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 26, 2005
Sold by
Plunkett Richard J and Plunkett Sharyn A
Bought by
Plunkett Richard J and Plunkett Sharyn A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,015,000
Interest Rate
1.75%
Mortgage Type
Negative Amortization

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 13, 2002
Sold by
Plunkett Richard J and Plunkett Sharyn Ann
Bought by
Plunkett Richard J and Plunkett Sharyn A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$624,000
Interest Rate
5%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 15, 2002
Sold by
Plunkett Richard J and Plunkett Sharyn A
Bought by
Plunkett Richard J and Plunkett Sharyn A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$624,000
Interest Rate
5%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 19, 2002
Sold by
Plunkett Richard J and Plunkett Sharyn Ann
Bought by
Plunkett Richard J and Plunkett Sharyn A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$620,000
Interest Rate
6.62%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 7, 2002
Sold by
Plunkett Richard J and Plunkett Sharyn Ann
Bought by
Plunkett Richard J and Plunkett Sharyn A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$620,000
Interest Rate
6.62%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 23, 1999
Sold by
Plunkett Richard J and Plunkett Sharyln A
Bought by
Plunkett Richard J and Plunkett Sharyn Ann

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 5, 1999
Sold by
Hansen Hedge and Hansen Lise
Bought by
Plunkett Richard J and Plunkett Sharyn A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$480,000
Interest Rate
2.95%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Los Hermosos Llc $3,200,000 Chicago Title Company
Ok Wave Llc -- Fidelity National Title
Heavin Bruce $1,275,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Plunkett Richard J -- Lawyers Title Company
Plunkett Richard J -- --
Plunkett Richard J -- Stewart Title
Plunkett Richard J -- --
Plunkett Richard J -- Stewart Title
Plunkett Richard J -- Chicago Title Co
Plunkett Richard J $640,000 Equity Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Plunkett Richard J $1,015,000
Previous Owner Plunkett Richard J $624,000
Previous Owner Plunkett Richard J $620,000
Previous Owner Plunkett Richard J $480,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/25/2023 07/25/23 Sold $3,200,000 -17.8% $1,381 / Sq Ft
07/14/2023 07/14/23 Pending -- -- --
06/05/2023 06/05/23 For Sale $3,895,000 +199.6% $1,680 / Sq Ft
03/27/2012 03/27/12 Sold $1,300,000 -17.5% $561 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/14/2012 03/14/12 Pending -- -- --
01/24/2012 01/24/12 For Sale $1,575,000 -- $679 / Sq Ft
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

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 $34,626 $3,264,000 $2,346,000 $918,000
2023 $34,626 $1,567,163 $724,365 $842,798
2022 $17,551 $1,536,435 $710,162 $826,273
2021 $17,210 $1,506,310 $696,238 $810,072
2020 $17,037 $1,490,866 $689,099 $801,767
2019 $16,613 $1,461,635 $675,588 $786,047
2018 $16,316 $1,432,977 $662,342 $770,635
2017 $15,964 $1,404,880 $649,355 $755,525
2016 $15,221 $1,352,824 $636,623 $716,201
2014 -- $1,306,403 $614,778 $691,625
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • B

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Barbara Koutnik

    Coldwell Banker Realty

  • A

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Adam McKaig

    Sotheby's International Realty

  • A

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Adam Mc Kaig

    Pitts & Bachmann Realtors

  • M

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2023

    Melissa Borders

    Coldwell Banker Realty

  • Janice Laney

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Janice Laney

    Keller Williams Realty Montecito

    (805) 705-6474

    5 in this area

    32 Total Sales

    Janice Laney
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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 23-1596

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 007-340-025

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93108

136 La Vuelta Rd, Santa Barbara, CA

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