$1,449,000
SOLD APR 3, 2014
2 Beds
2 Baths
-- Sq Ft
1.37 Acres

Recently Sold

6% Below List Price

119 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Guest House
  • 1.37 Acre Lot
  • Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Fruit Trees

About This Home

As of September 2024

Rare Riviera Romance with Sweeping Coastline Views.
Two intimate and historic early Italian Villas reminiscent of Portofino, atop Santa Barbara's famed Riviera. Restored, ''Bella La Mar'' is a one-of-a-kind 1920's compound resting on 1.37 acres featuring stone walls, grottoes and walking paths cascading down towards the sea. This serene sanctuary offers a rare opportunity for relaxation & renewal

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jim Scarborough

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01182792 Listed on: 10/30/2013

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Mary Layman

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $18,823

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 1.37 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Irrigation
  • Hilly Lot
  • Mountainous Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Wooded Lot
  • Lawn
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Property is in excellent condition

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Panoramic
  • City
  • Woods

Home Design

  • Spanish Architecture
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Stone

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Maid or Guest Quarters
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered patio or porch

Schools

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

Additional Features

  • Guest House
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • 2 Units

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 019-261-018

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,823

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Directions: APS to Loma Media
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Mountain, Sloped Up, Sloped Down
  • Architectural Style: Spanish
  • Reso Flooring: Wood, Stone
  • Unit Levels: Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1920
  • Property Information Total #Units: 2
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 1.37
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Cleveland
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • View Panoramic2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • LocationTopo Hilly2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Mountain3: Yes
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Lawn2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Drought Tolerant LND2: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Bath2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Kitchen2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Disposal3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Stove3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • View Wooded3: Yes
  • Amenities Guest House2: Yes
  • Amenities Guest Quarters2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Stone2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Wooded4: Yes
  • Roof:Tile2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation PRT: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Deck3: Yes
  • ViewOcean: Yes
  • LocationTopo Downslope2: Yes
  • Site Improvements Cable TV3: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Wood2: Yes
  • Style Spanish2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Covered2: Yes
  • View City4: Yes
  • LocationTopo Upslope2: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

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

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile
  • View: Ocean, City, Wooded, Panoramic
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 1.37
  • Topography: Downslope, Upslope, Mountain, Hilly, Level
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio Open, Patio Covered, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Wooded, Yard Irrigation PRT, Drought Tolerant LND
  • Foundation Details: Mixed

Utilities

  • Water Source: SB Wtr

Association/Amenities

  • Unit 1 Amenities:Cathedral Ceiling(s)2: Yes

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 019-261-018
  • Zoning: Other
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 59677.2
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 10, 2024
Closed on
Sep 16, 2024
Sold by
Babcock Bryan W and Boisset Lisa M
Bought by
Critchlow-Bentley Carol and Bentley James
List Price
$2,750,000
Sold Price
$2,494,075
Premium/Discount to List
-$255,925
-9.31%
Views
67

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.08%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 4, 2018
Closed on
Nov 5, 2018
Sold by
Lempres Michael T and Lempres Stephanie M
Bought by
Babcock Bryan W and Boisset Lisa M
Seller's Agent
Mary Layman
Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara
Buyer's Agent
Daniel Encell
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$1,695,000
Sold Price
$1,615,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$80,000
-4.72%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.85%
Original Mortgage
$1,049,750
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 30, 2013
Closed on
Mar 19, 2014
Sold by
David Thomas & Associates
Bought by
Lempres Michael T and Lempres Stephanie M
Seller's Agent
Jim Scarborough
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Mary Layman
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$1,549,000
Sold Price
$1,449,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$100,000
-6.46%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.32%
Original Mortgage
$1,086,500
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 4, 2013
Sold by
Ginter James A and Ginter Susan H
Bought by
David Thomas & Associates

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 4, 2002
Sold by
The Ginter Family Trust
Bought by
Ginter James A and Ginter Susan H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$146,500
Interest Rate
6.06%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 11, 2000
Sold by
Ginter James A and Dalton Susan
Bought by
Ginter James A and Ginter Susan H
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $2,494,500 Chicago Title
Grant Deed $1,615,000 First American Title Co
Grant Deed -- First American Title Company
Grant Deed $800,000 First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $550,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,049,750 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $1,086,500 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $146,500 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/11/2025 06/11/25 For Sale $2,995,000 +20.1% --
09/19/2024 09/19/24 Sold $2,494,075 -9.3% $1,997 / Sq Ft
07/10/2024 07/10/24 For Sale $2,750,000 +70.3% $2,202 / Sq Ft
12/21/2018 12/21/18 Sold $1,615,000 -4.7% --
10/15/2018 10/15/18 Pending -- -- --
10/03/2018 10/03/18 For Sale $1,695,000 +17.0% --
04/03/2014 04/03/14 Sold $1,449,000 -6.5% --
02/26/2014 02/26/14 Pending -- -- --
10/30/2013 10/30/13 For Sale $1,549,000 -- --
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
2023 $18,823 $1,731,603 $1,179,420 $552,183
2022 $18,160 $1,697,651 $1,156,295 $541,356
2021 $17,742 $1,664,365 $1,133,623 $530,742
2020 $17,559 $1,647,300 $1,122,000 $525,300
2019 $17,252 $1,615,000 $1,100,000 $515,000
2018 $16,766 $1,561,107 $1,131,238 $429,869
2017 $16,213 $1,530,498 $1,109,057 $421,441
2016 $15,830 $1,500,489 $1,087,311 $413,178
2014 $8,634 $803,631 $627,837 $175,794
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 13-3419

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 019-261-018