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Seller's Agent in 2017
Maryanne Brillhart
M.B. Properties
(805) 969-1900
2 in this area
3 Total Sales
1696 E Valley Rd Santa Barbara, CA 93108
Estimated Value: $7,246,000 - $8,956,131
4
Beds
5.5
Baths
5,153
Sq Ft
$1,591/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Estate
- Updated Kitchen
- Mountain View
- Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
- Fruit Trees
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
About This Home
As of December 2017Become an 'Exclusive' owner of a GWS (George Washington Smith) Collection of notable homes. Featured in SB Architectural books and now lovingly restored and carefully updated to our current lifestyle, ‘Casa Medio’ or 'The Canby House' welcomes a new owner. Built in 1928 and known as one of the GWS Period Homes, is said to be inspired by the subtle and romantic design of white washed plastered facade with blue trim found along his travels through France. Within the Montecito Golden Quadrangle, behind gates and onto a new gravel courtyard, the 4 bedroom, 5 1⁄2 bath French Farmhouse is over 5,000 sq feet on an approx 1.25 acre (2 parcel) site. The quality and charm and respect for 'pure' finishing and scale cannot be overstated... Simply view the refurbished 'Grande' Room with trough ceiling of timbered beams, dark oak floors, white walls, deep set windows and enjoy the multitude of French Doors and light throughout this special home. The kitchen remodel using the original cabinet style/hardware now incorporates a Wolf Range, SubZero refrigerator, wine cooler and 2 Farmhouse sinks. The comfortable Family Room/Sun Room faces the entertaining patio complete with French Door panels across the entire north facing wall...with views to trees and mountains and the grassy 2nd Parcel that could be used for future pool/pool house/other.The Master Suite includes the Master Sleeping Room with fireplace, French doors to private garden and 'Her' bathroom, a Master Sitting Room/Office with 'His' bathroom. The Guest Wing includes two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a Sitting/TV room with French doors to patio. There are separate quarters: 4th Bedroom/Office/Kitchen/Bathroom with private door to exterior. The two-car garage area includes a bathroom and storage room. One must only view the details in person to delight in the charm of this notable home.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
M.B. Properties License #00831727 Listed on: 06/20/2017
Last Buyer's Agent
Cristal Clarke
Sotheby's International Realty
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1928
Lot Details
- 1.25 Acre Lot
- Partially Fenced Property
- Level Lot
- Irrigation
- Fruit Trees
- Lawn
- Property is in excellent condition
Parking
- Garage
Home Design
- Estate
- Slate Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 5,153 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Multiple Fireplaces
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Library
- Mountain Views
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Remodeled Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Schools
- Mont Union Elementary School
- S.B. Jr. Middle School
- S.B. Sr. High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Gravity Heating System
- Sewer Stub Out
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Patio
- Property is near public transit, shops, and bus stop
Listing and Financial Details
- Exclusions: Other
- Assessor Parcel Number 007-120-095
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 25, 2024
Sold by
Boland Living Trust and Boland Thomas F
Bought by
Thomas F Boland Survivors Trust and Boland
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 20, 2017
Closed on
Nov 22, 2017
Sold by
Knight Charles T
Bought by
Boland Thomas F and Boland Lynne L
Seller's Agent
Maryanne Brillhart
M.B. Properties
Buyer's Agent
Cristal Clarke
Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$4,825,000
Sold Price
$4,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$325,000
-6.74%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.63%
Original Mortgage
$1,800,000
Interest Rate
2.87%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 11, 2017
Sold by
Knight Charles T
Bought by
Knight Charles T
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,250,000
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas F Boland Survivors Trust | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Boland Thomas F | $4,500,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Knight Charles T | -- | Wfg | |
| Knight Charles T | -- | Wfg National Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Boland Thomas F | $1,800,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Knight Charles T | $2,250,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/05/2017 12/05/17 | Sold | $4,500,000 | -6.7% | $873 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/23/2017 09/23/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/19/2017 06/19/17 | For Sale | $4,825,000 | +109.8% | $936 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/05/2014 11/05/14 | Sold | $2,300,000 | -41.0% | $445 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/28/2014 03/28/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/26/2013 06/26/13 | For Sale | $3,900,000 | -- | $755 / Sq Ft |
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $56,404 | $5,415,512 | $2,275,657 | $3,139,855 |
| 2023 | $56,404 | $5,205,224 | $2,187,292 | $3,017,932 |
| 2022 | $54,473 | $5,103,161 | $2,144,404 | $2,958,757 |
| 2021 | $53,361 | $5,003,100 | $2,102,357 | $2,900,743 |
| 2020 | $51,951 | $4,859,780 | $2,080,800 | $2,778,980 |
| 2019 | $31,051 | $3,000,000 | $1,500,000 | $1,500,000 |
| 2018 | $4,646 | $300,000 | $300,000 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Maryanne Brillhart
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Buyer's Agent in 2017
Cristal Clarke
Sotheby's International Realty
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Sandy Stahl
Seller's Agent in 2014
Sandy Stahl
Sotheby's International Realty
(805) 689-1602
18 in this area
31 Total Sales
Map
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service
MLS Number: 17-2055
APN: 007-120-097
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