NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1616 Grand Ave Santa Barbara, CA 93103

Lower Riviera Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,874,000 - $3,943,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,278 Sq Ft
$1,498/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: March 21, 2024

Last sale price $2,750,000 $1,207 Per Sq Ft

Est. 24% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $22,128 / mo

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Deck
  • Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
  • Fruit Trees
  • Property is near park, schools, and shops

About This Home

As of March 2024

Overlooking the ocean and the city since 1910, The Grand Dame is a beautiful Craftsman style home made famous by the popular hit TV show ''This Old House''. This sound house has 3 large bedrooms with their own bathrooms. 2 bedrooms are located on the first floor and the master suite occupies the second floor as it's own private oasis complete with a fireplace, large balcony and sweeping ocean and city views. The master bathroom has been recently remodeled. The large open gardens open directly from the kitchen and dining room and provide a perfect space to enjoy Santa Barbara's alfresco dining. Or, sit on the front porch with a good book and enjoy the blue water view. Don't miss out on the opportunity to own this beautiful house with all of it's amenities for under $3M.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rebecca Kracke

Coast Property Advisors License #01200327 Listed on: 03/21/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Anthony Bordin

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #00974047

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1910

Lot Details

  • 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • Detached Garage

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Island
  • City

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,278 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Skylights
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Loft
  • Home Gym
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Gas Oven
  • Built-In Gas Range
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

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

Additional Features

  • Property is near park, schools, and shops
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Garden Hoses, Potted Plants
  • Assessor Parcel Number 027-153-021

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 15 Riviera/Lower Subdivision

Amenities

  • Restaurant

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1910

Lot Details

8,276 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Directions: Walking distance to downtown: From State Street- Turn East on Micheltorena Left on Grand Ave. 2nd house on the right.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: In Kitchen
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name: 15 - Riviera/Lower
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Reso Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two, Outside Stairs
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Good
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1910
  • 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.
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Bedroom2: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Primary: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Bar2: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Amenities Dual Pane Window2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Bath2: Yes
  • Amenities Skylight2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Disposal3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Range2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • Construction Two Story2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Proximity Restaurants: Yes
  • Rooms Exercise Room2: Yes
  • Rooms Office3: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Area2: Yes
  • Dining In Kitchen4: Yes
  • Amenities Wet Bar2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Built-In Gas Range: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Gas8: Yes
  • Condition Good2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Carpet: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Deck3: Yes
  • ViewOcean: Yes
  • View Islands: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Detached: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Covered2: Yes
  • Rooms:Den: Yes
  • View City4: Yes
  • Dining Nook2: Yes
  • Laundry In Kitchen3: Yes
  • Style Craftsman2: Yes
  • Rooms Loft2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) 23: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Built-In Gas Range, Built-In Gas Oven, Disposal, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Appliances Included:Built-In Gas Oven: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Islands, Ocean, City
  • Construction Type: Other
  • Acres: 0.19
  • Exclusions: Garden Hoses, Potted Plants
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio Open, Patio Covered, Fruit Trees
  • Foundation Details: Mixed

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 027-153-021
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8276.4
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Agents Specializing in Lower Riviera, CA

  • Chris Palme Real Estate Agent - Sotheby's International Realty

    Chris Palme

    Sotheby's International Realty

    (805) 262-8876

    17 Total Sales

    3 in Lower Riviera

    $1.8M - $3.2M Price Range

    Chris Palme
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  • Kevin Goodwin Real Estate Agent - Goodwin & Thyne Properties

    Kevin Goodwin

    Goodwin & Thyne Properties

    (805) 979-2658

    51 Total Sales

    3 in Lower Riviera

    $3,300,000 Price Range

    Kevin Goodwin
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  • Susan Pate Real Estate Agent - Compass

    Susan Pate

    Compass

    (805) 617-1044

    10 Total Sales

    2 in Lower Riviera

    $3.2M - $5.1M Price Range

    Susan Pate
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  • Larry Krogh Real Estate Agent - LIV Sotheby's International Realty

    Larry Krogh

    LIV Sotheby's International Realty

    (805) 586-9558

    131 Total Sales

    2 in Lower Riviera

    $2,250,000 Price Range

    Larry Krogh
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  • Janice Laney Real Estate Agent - Keller Williams Santa Barbara

    Janice Laney

    Responds Quickly

    Keller Williams Santa Barbara

    (805) 865-7385

    31 Total Sales

    3 in Lower Riviera

    $1.6M - $2.6M Price Range

    Janice Laney
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  • Tiffany Dore Real Estate Agent - Village Properties

    Tiffany Dore

    Village Properties

    (805) 324-6641

    23 Total Sales

    1 in Lower Riviera

    $2,650,000 Price

    Tiffany Dore
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/21/2024 03/21/24 Sold $2,750,000 0.0% $1,207 / Sq Ft
02/21/2024 02/21/24 Off Market $2,750,000 -- --
02/07/2024 02/07/24 Price Changed $2,850,000 -3.4% $1,251 / Sq Ft
02/03/2024 02/03/24 For Sale $2,950,000 0.0% $1,295 / Sq Ft
01/12/2024 01/12/24 Pending -- -- --
01/08/2024 01/08/24 For Sale $2,950,000 +22.9% $1,295 / Sq Ft
04/29/2021 04/29/21 Sold $2,400,000 +20.3% $1,070 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/19/2021 04/19/21 Pending -- -- --
04/14/2021 04/14/21 For Sale $1,995,000 -- $890 / Sq Ft
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Rebecca Kracke

    Coast Property Advisors

    (805) 701-8015

    1 in this area

    5 Total Sales

    Rebecca Kracke
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  • Anthony Bordin Real Estate Agent - Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Anthony Bordin

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    (805) 729-0527

    1 in this area

    17 Total Sales

    Anthony Bordin
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    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Mary Lu Edick

    Village Properties

    (805) 565-8871

    21 Total Sales

    Mary Lu Edick
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  • Gregg Leach Real Estate Agent - Village Properties

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Gregg Leach

    Village Properties

    (805) 886-9000

    1 in this area

    48 Total Sales

    Gregg Leach
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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 24-43

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 027-153-021

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93103 Lower Riviera

1616 Grand Ave, Santa Barbara, CA

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