NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1555 Portesuello Ave Santa Barbara, CA 93105

Bel Air Knolls Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,860,807 - $2,050,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,640 Sq Ft
$1,191/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 16, 2022

Last sale price $1,525,000 $930 Per Sq Ft

Est. 28% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $11,011/month

Highlights

  • Spa
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Property is near a park
  • San Marcos Senior High School Rated A
  • Hilly Lot
  • Ranch Style House

About This Home

As of March 2022

NEW LISTING! Single level family home in Bel Air Knolls. Approx. 1,640 sq. ft. w 3 beds and 2 baths. Lot size is approx half an acre with private patio areas, built in spa and fountain. Side yard with lawn area and gated. Recent upgrades have been completed of: new plumbing, new drywall, electrical work, new flooring, and forced air gas unit.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Daniel Johnson

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #00609860 Listed on: 03/02/2022

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,334

Year Built

  • Built in 1973

Lot Details

  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Lot Sloped Up
  • Hilly Lot
  • Lawn
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • Garage

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,640 Sq Ft Home
  • Skylights
  • Plantation Shutters
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Gas Dryer Hookup

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

Location

  • Property is near a park
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Harding Elementary School
  • Lacumbre Middle School
  • San Marcos High School

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 049-261-024

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,334

Year Built

Built in 1973

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1973
  • ResoWindowFeatures: Plantation Shutters
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Gas Hookup, In Garage
  • ResoLotFeatures: Sloped Up
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Good
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1973
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Harding
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: LaCumbre
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: San Marcos
  • LocationTopo Hilly2: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Lawn2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Rooms Family Room4: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Bath2: Yes
  • Amenities Skylight2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Family Room3: Yes
  • Condition Good2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Spa - Outside: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced BCK: Yes
  • Laundry In Garage2: Yes
  • Laundry Gas Hookup2: Yes
  • Rooms Patio Enclosed2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Plantation Shutters: Yes
  • LocationTopo Upslope2: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Dishwasher
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Topography: Upslope, Hilly
  • Exterior Features: Patio Open, SPA-Outside, Lawn, Fenced: BCK
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed

Garage/Parking

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Street Lights

Schools

  • Elementary School: Harding
  • High School: San Marcos
  • Middle Or Junior School: LaCumbre

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 049-261-024
  • Zoning: R-1

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 2, 2022
Closed on
Mar 9, 2022
Sold by
Messer Family Trust
Bought by
Salmonsen Paul C and Salmonsen Doreen K
Seller's Agent
Daniel Johnson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Carmen Galzerano
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$1,475,000
Sold Price
$1,525,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,000
3.39%
Current Estimated Value
$1,953,452

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$428,452
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.14%
Original Mortgage
$648,000
Outstanding Balance
$606,551
Interest Rate
3.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,337,192

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 22, 2014
Sold by
Messer Bruce K and Messer Sandra M
Bought by
Messer Family Trust and Messer Sandra Darlene

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 10, 2003
Sold by
Harris Wayne M
Bought by
Messer Bruce K and Messer Sandra D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$550,000
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 15, 1994
Sold by
Dolson Thomas E
Bought by
Harris Wayne M
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
Salmonsen Paul C $1,525,000 First American Title
Messer Family Trust -- None Available
Messer Bruce K $802,000 Stewart Title Of Ca Inc
Harris Wayne M $375,000 Equity Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Salmonsen Paul C $648,000
Previous Owner Messer Bruce Kent $416,749
Previous Owner Messer Bruce K $486,000
Previous Owner Messer Bruce K $500,000
Previous Owner Messer Bruce K $500,000
Previous Owner Messer Bruce K $555,000
Previous Owner Messer Bruce K $550,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/16/2022 03/16/22 Sold $1,525,000 +3.4% $930 / Sq Ft
03/02/2022 03/02/22 Pending -- -- --
03/02/2022 03/02/22 For Sale $1,475,000 -- $899 / 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 $8,334 $806,879 $553,086 $253,793
2023 $8,334 $775,549 $531,610 $243,939
2022 $11,446 $1,074,493 $703,382 $371,111
2021 $11,183 $1,053,426 $689,591 $363,835
2020 $11,067 $1,042,626 $682,521 $360,105
2019 $10,875 $1,022,184 $669,139 $353,045
2018 $10,721 $1,002,142 $656,019 $346,123
2017 $10,367 $982,493 $643,156 $339,337
2016 $9,497 $900,000 $590,000 $310,000
2015 $8,678 $818,000 $536,000 $282,000
2014 -- $801,000 $525,000 $276,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Daniel Johnson

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Daniel Johnson

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    (805) 969-5026

    2 in this area

    84 Total Sales

    Daniel Johnson
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  • Carmen Galzerano

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Carmen Galzerano

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    (805) 705-3080

    2 in this area

    144 Total Sales

    Carmen Galzerano
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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 22-641

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 049-261-024

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93105 Bel Air Knolls

1555 Portesuello Ave, Santa Barbara, CA

This home is located at 1555 Portesuello Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 since 02 March 2022 and is currently estimated at $1,953,452, approximately $1,191 per square foot. This property was built in 1973. 1555 Portesuello Ave is a home located in Santa Barbara County with nearby schools including Harding University Partnership, La Cumbre Junior High School, and San Marcos Senior High School.

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