$2,450,000
SOLD JUL 10, 2025

1515 Santa Barbara St Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Oak Park Neighborhood
3 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,034 Sq Ft
8,276 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$808 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Art Studio
  • Property is near an ocean
  • City View
  • Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
  • Custom Home
  • 1-minute walk to Alice Keck Park Memorial Gardens

About This Home

As of July 2025

An iconic residence in one of Santa Barbara's most sought-after neighborhoods! This 1909 Prairie-style home offers rare historic character and exceptional versatility. Located directly across from Alice Keck Park in the Upper East and designated a Structure of Merit by the City, it spans over 3000 sq ft and can function as a 3BD/2.5BA single-family home with flex room and office/library, or as a legal duplex with a 2BD/1.5BA plus office/library lower unit and a 1BD/1BA upper unit. Rich in period detail, it features two fireplaces, beamed ceilings, paneled walls, and original hardwood floors. The detached Carriage House, now an artist's studio with bathroom, offers ADU potential and is just under 1200 sq ft. Moments from downtown and vibrant State Street with shops, dining, and theaters.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Randy Freed & Kellie Clenet

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties Listed on: 06/17/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Christopher Hunt

Compass License #01326111

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,536

Year Built

  • Built in 1909

Lot Details

  • 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Lawn
  • Property is in average condition
  • Property is zoned R-3

Property Views

  • City
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Custom Home
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Fixer Upper
  • Raised Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,034 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Library
  • Art Studio
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main

Parking

  • Converted Garage
  • Uncovered Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Office or Studio

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

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

Community Details

  • 15 Upper Eastside Subdivision
  • Restaurant

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 027-241-008
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,536

Year Built

Built in 1909

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1909
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Laundry Room
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Near Public Transit
  • Subdivision Name: 15 - Upper Eastside
  • Architectural Style: Custom Built, Traditional, Colonial, Victorian, Craftsman
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Other Structures: Other, Studio
  • Reso Property Condition: Fixer, Fair
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1909
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.19
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Roosevelt
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Exterior Wood Siding: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Lawn2: 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 Family Room4: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Primary: Yes
  • Laundry Laundry Room2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Property Information Main House SqFt: 3034.0
  • Construction Two Story2: Yes
  • Other Buildings Studio: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Proximity Restaurants: Yes
  • Rooms Art Studio2: Yes
  • Dining Formal2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Dining Room2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced BCK: Yes
  • Style Custom Built: Yes
  • Proximity Near Hospital2: Yes
  • Condition Fair2: Yes
  • Condition Fixer2: Yes
  • Foundation Raised: Yes
  • Rooms LbryStudy: Yes
  • View City4: Yes
  • Style Victorian2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Unc #33: Yes
  • Style Craftsman2: Yes
  • Architectural Style Traditional: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Converted: Yes
  • Style Colonial2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) 23: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Dining Room
  • Bedrooms Basement: Yes
  • Other Rooms:Sun Room2: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Other, Composition
  • View: Mountain(s), City, Setting
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Acres: 0.19
  • Topography: Level
  • Exterior Features: Lawn, Fruit Trees, Fenced: BCK
  • Foundation Details: Raised

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Unc #3, Converted

Utilities

  • Water Source: SB Wtr

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 027-241-008
  • Zoning: R-3
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8276.4
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 17, 2025
Closed on
Jul 3, 2025
Sold by
Rothman-Warner 2013 Family Trust and Rothman-Warner 2014 Family Trust
Bought by
Battaglia Jeffrey and Bennison Juliana
Seller's Agent
Randy Freed & Kellie Clenet
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Christopher Hunt
Compass
List Price
$2,395,000
Sold Price
$2,450,000
Premium/Discount to List
$55,000
2.3%
Views
43

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-41.16%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 15, 2014
Sold by
Rothman Howard R and Warner Jane E
Bought by
Rothman Warner 2013 Family Trust and Warner Jane E
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $2,450,000 First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $135,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/10/2025 07/10/25 Sold $2,450,000 +2.3% $808 / Sq Ft
06/25/2025 06/25/25 Pending -- -- --
06/17/2025 06/17/25 For Sale $2,395,000 -- $789 / 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 $1,536 $143,528 $50,791 $92,737
2023 $1,536 $137,957 $48,820 $89,137
2022 $1,481 $135,253 $47,863 $87,390
2021 $1,445 $132,602 $46,925 $85,677
2020 $1,430 $131,243 $46,444 $84,799
2019 $1,405 $128,671 $45,534 $83,137
2018 $1,384 $126,149 $44,642 $81,507
2017 $1,339 $123,676 $43,767 $79,909
2016 $1,393 $121,252 $42,909 $78,343
2015 $1,378 $119,432 $42,265 $77,167
2014 $1,357 $117,094 $41,438 $75,656
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Randy Freed & Kellie Clenet

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Randy Freed & Kellie Clenet

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    (805) 895-1799

    6 in this area

    101 Total Sales

    Randy Freed & Kellie Clenet
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  • Christopher Hunt

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Christopher Hunt

    Compass

    (805) 453-3407

    2 in this area

    19 Total Sales

    Christopher Hunt
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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 25-2351

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 027-241-008

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93101 Oak Park

1515 Santa Barbara St, Santa Barbara, CA

This home is located at 1515 Santa Barbara St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 and is currently priced at $2,450,000, approximately $807 per square foot. This property was built in 1909. 1515 Santa Barbara St is a home located in Santa Barbara County with nearby schools including Roosevelt Elementary School, Santa Barbara Junior High School, and Santa Barbara Senior High School.

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