NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1479 Sterling Ave Carpinteria, CA 93013

Santa Monica-El Carro Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,509,000 - $1,807,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,352 Sq Ft
$1,218/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 21, 2020

Last sale price $995,000 $736 Per Sq Ft

Est. 61% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,781/month

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Mountain View
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Fruit Trees
  • Property is near a park

About This Home

As of April 2020

This 3-Bed | 2-Bath Modern Carpinteria ranch home wonderfully exemplifies spacious living with its open floor plan, vaulted ceiling and versatile layout. Extensively renovated throughout in 2013, the home looks nothing like its previous iteration and now shines with a chic and contemporary feel. For more living space a quaint outbuilding has been built--perfect for a home office or art studio. The professionally designed landscape features numerous trees, a flagstone patio and walkways, and enjoys wonderful mountain views from both the yards. For even more outdoor space, enjoy Franklin Park and trailhead just across the street. Come experience this idyllic location, tucked away in a peaceful corner of Carpinteria but close to shopping, dining and the world's ''safest beach''!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Zia Group

Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara License #01710544 Listed on: 03/10/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Sarah Smith

Jason R. Cox, Broker

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,023

Year Built

  • Built in 1975

Lot Details

  • 7,405 Sq Ft Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Irrigation
  • Fruit Trees
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • Garage

Property Views

  • Mountain
  • Park or Greenbelt

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Ranch Style House
  • Cottage
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,352 Sq Ft Home
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Home Office
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Location

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

Schools

  • Canalino Elementary School
  • Carp. Jr. Middle School
  • Carp. Sr. High School

Additional Features

  • Stepless Entry
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Barn Office
  • Forced Air Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 004-011-033

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,023

Year Built

Built in 1975

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Directions: 101SB exit Reynolds, Rt Carpinteria Ave, Rt Santa Ynez, Rt El Carro, Lft Sterling. 101NB exit Via Real turn Rt, Lft at Santa Ynez, Rt El Carro, Lft Sterling
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1975
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Cul-De-Sac, Near Public Transit
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name: Other
  • Architectural Style: Cal Cottage, Contemporary, Ranch, Cape Cod
  • Reso Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Entry Lvl(No Stairs), Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Other Structures: Other, Ranch Office
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1975
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.17
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Canalino
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: Carp. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: Carp. Sr.
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: Yes
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Style Cal Cottage: Yes
  • Construction Entry Lvl(No Stairs)2: Yes
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior Wood Siding: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Bedroom2: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Primary: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Amenities Dual Pane Window2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Bath2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Kitchen2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Stove3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Microwave3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • Property Information Main House SqFt: 1352.0
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Rooms Office3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Gas8: Yes
  • Property Information Apx Lot SqFt: 7405.0
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • Style:Contemporary2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Wooded4: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation PRT: Yes
  • Other Buildings Ranch Office2: Yes
  • View Green Belt2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced BCK: Yes
  • LocationTopo Cul-De-Sac2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Wood2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Hospital2: Yes
  • Style Cape Cod2: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Gas Stove, Microwave
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, LR

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountain(s), Setting, Green Belt
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding, Stucco
  • Acres: 0.17
  • Topography: Level
  • Exterior Features: Fruit Trees, Wooded, Yard Irrigation PRT, Fenced: BCK
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Gar #2

Utilities

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: Canalino
  • High School: Carp. Sr.
  • Middle Or Junior School: Carp. Jr.

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 004-011-033
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7405.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 10, 2020
Closed on
Apr 14, 2020
Sold by
Schock Zachary Wallace and Schock Sharon Marie
Bought by
Vance Wyles and Vance Claire
Seller's Agent
Zia Group
Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara
Buyer's Agent
Sarah Smith
Jason R. Cox, Broker
List Price
$995,000
Sold Price
$995,000
Current Estimated Value
$1,603,499

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$608,499
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.97%
Original Mortgage
$345,000
Outstanding Balance
$305,816
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,340,362

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 6, 2013
Closed on
Mar 25, 2013
Sold by
Us Bank National Association
Bought by
Schock Zachary Wallace and Schock Sharon Marie
Seller's Agent
Bruce Venturelli
Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Daniel Zia
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$579,900
Sold Price
$636,250
Premium/Discount to List
$56,350
9.72%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.61%
Original Mortgage
$509,000
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 2012
Sold by
Decierdo Maria D
Bought by
Us Bank National Association

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 1, 2001
Sold by
Decierdo Maria D
Bought by
Decierdo Maria D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$190,000
Interest Rate
7.13%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 26, 2001
Sold by
Maria D Liv Tr 9/2 Decierdo Maria D Trustee,
Bought by
Decierdo Maria D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$190,000
Interest Rate
7.13%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 2, 1999
Sold by
Decierdo Maria D
Bought by
Maria D Decierdo Living Trust
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
Vance Wyles $995,000 Chicago Title Company
Schock Zachary Wallace $636,500 Servicelink
Us Bank National Association $500,478 Accommodation
Decierdo Maria D -- --
Decierdo Maria D -- First American Title
Maria D Decierdo Living Trust -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Vance Wyles $345,000
Previous Owner Schock Zachary Wallace $398,664
Previous Owner Schock Zachary Wallace $445,199
Previous Owner Schock Zachary Wallace $509,000
Previous Owner Decierdo Maria D $470,000
Previous Owner Decierdo Maria D $75,000
Previous Owner Decierdo Maria D $238,000
Previous Owner Decierdo Maria D $50,000
Previous Owner Decierdo Maria D $234,000
Previous Owner Decierdo Maria D $209,000
Previous Owner Decierdo Maria D $190,000
Previous Owner Decierdo Maria D $15,000
Previous Owner Decierdo Maria D $160,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/21/2020 04/21/20 Sold $995,000 0.0% $736 / Sq Ft
03/19/2020 03/19/20 Pending -- -- --
03/09/2020 03/09/20 For Sale $995,000 +56.4% $736 / Sq Ft
04/26/2013 04/26/13 Sold $636,250 +9.7% $477 / Sq Ft
03/21/2013 03/21/13 Pending -- -- --
03/06/2013 03/06/13 For Sale $579,900 -- $435 / 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 $12,023 $1,088,174 $601,503 $486,671
2023 $12,023 $1,045,921 $578,147 $467,774
2022 $11,604 $1,025,413 $566,811 $458,602
2021 $11,343 $1,005,308 $555,698 $449,610
2020 $8,354 $716,399 $478,540 $237,859
2019 $8,105 $702,353 $469,157 $233,196
2018 $7,962 $688,582 $459,958 $228,624
2017 $7,810 $675,082 $450,940 $224,142
2016 $7,674 $661,847 $442,099 $219,748
2014 $7,155 $639,138 $426,929 $212,209
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Z

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Zia Group

    Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara

  • S

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Sarah Smith

    Jason R. Cox, Broker

  • S

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Schlobohm | Hodson

    Compass

  • B

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Bruce Venturelli

    Sotheby's International Realty

    (805) 448-3644

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  • D

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Daniel Zia

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 20-896

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 004-011-033

California Santa Barbara County Carpinteria 93013 Santa Monica-El Carro

1479 Sterling Ave, Carpinteria, CA

This home is located at 1479 Sterling Ave, Carpinteria, CA 93013 since 10 March 2020 and is currently estimated at $1,646,178, approximately $1,217 per square foot. This property was built in 1975. 1479 Sterling Ave is a home located in Santa Barbara County with nearby schools including Carpinteria Senior High School, The Howard School, and Cate School.

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