$3,200,000
SOLD JUL 17, 2013

1708 La Vista Del Oceano Santa Barbara, CA 93109

Alta Mesa Neighborhood
4 Beds
4.5 Baths
5,042 Sq Ft
1.03 Acres

Recently Sold

$635 Per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Estate
  • Washington Elementary School Rated A
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Reverse Osmosis System

About This Home

As of July 2013

This home is located at 1708 La Vista Del Oceano, Santa Barbara, CA 93109 and is currently priced at $3,200,000, approximately $634 per square foot. This property was built in 2013. 1708 La Vista Del Oceano is a home located in Santa Barbara County with nearby schools including Washington Elementary School, La Cumbre Junior High School, and Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Norman Salter

Spectra America Corp. License #00533313 Listed on: 07/17/2013

Last Buyer's Agent

Kevin Schmidtchen

Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $40,693

Year Built

  • Built in 2013

Lot Details

  • 1.03 Acre Lot
  • Gated Home
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot
  • Lawn
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned E-1

HOA Fees

  • $107 Monthly HOA Fees

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Harbor
  • Panoramic
  • City
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Estate
  • Spanish Architecture
  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Split Level Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Central Vacuum
  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Game Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Built-In Double Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
  • Disposal
  • Reverse Osmosis System

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Stone

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • 220 Volts In Laundry

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • Direct Access Garage
  • Uncovered Parking

Pool

  • Outdoor Pool
  • Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Deck
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Built-In Barbecue

Location

  • Property is near a park
  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a bus stop

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Underground Utilities
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Sewer Stub Out

Community Details

  • Estates At La Vista Community
  • 05 Padaro Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 035-480-060

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$40,693

Year Built

Built in 2013

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$107 per month

Listing Details

  • Association Fee: 107
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2013
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: 220V Elect
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Sloped Down, Near Public Transit
  • Road Frontage Type: Easement
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Gate:Elec, Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name: 05 - Padaro
  • Architectural Style: Medit, Spanish, Estate
  • Reso Flooring: Wood, Hardwood, Stone
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Split Level, Two, Outside Stairs
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 2013
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Washington
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • View Panoramic2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Site Improvements Underground Util: Yes
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Interior Access: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Pool: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Lawn2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Drought Tolerant LND2: Yes
  • View Setting2: 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
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Disposal3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Range2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Stove3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Microwave3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security Security System: Yes
  • Security GateElec: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • WaterSewer Sewer Hookup: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • Style Estate2: Yes
  • Construction Two Story2: Yes
  • Exterior BrickStone: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #33: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Built-in BBQ: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Area2: Yes
  • Dining Formal2: Yes
  • Dining In Kitchen4: Yes
  • Appliances Included Rev Osmosis2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s):_two_4: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Dining Room2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Family Room3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Gas8: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Primary Bedroom: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Stone2: Yes
  • Property Information Apx Lot SqFt: 45064.0
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • Construction Split Level: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced PRT: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Spa - Outside: Yes
  • Location Info Development Name: Estates At La Vista
  • Roof:Tile2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Deck3: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Hot Tub2: Yes
  • ViewOcean: Yes
  • Laundry:_two_20V Elect2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Low Flow Fixtures2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Downslope2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Energy Star Applianc: Yes
  • Appliances Included OvenBltin: Yes
  • Appliances Included Wtr SoftenerOwned: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Wood2: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • Style Medit2: Yes
  • Style Spanish2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Covered2: Yes
  • View Harbor2: Yes
  • View City4: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Unc #33: Yes
  • Appliances Included Central Vac2: Yes
  • Rooms Game Room3: Yes
  • Appliances Included OvenRngeBlt-In2: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Tankless Water Heater, Oven/Rnge/Blt-In, Oven/Bltin, Central Vac, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Energy Star Applianc, Gas Stove, Low Flow Fixtures, Microwave, Rev Osmosis, Washer, Wtr Softener/Owned
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Primary Bedroom, Family Room, Dining Room, 2+, Gas, LR
  • Appliances Included:Tankless Water Heater: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Double Oven2: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile
  • View: Mountain(s), Ocean, City, Setting, Harbor, Panoramic
  • Construction Type: Brick/Stone, Stucco
  • Acres: 1.03
  • Topography: Downslope, Level
  • Exterior Features: Pool, Deck, Patio Open, Patio Covered, SPA-Outside, Hot Tub, Lawn, Fenced: PRT, Drought Tolerant LND
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Gar #3, Unc #3, Interior Access

Utilities

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

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 035-480-060
  • Zoning: E-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 45064.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 17, 2013
Closed on
Jun 27, 2013
Sold by
Vista Oceano La Mesa Venture Llc
Bought by
Arango Claudia and Villamil Tomas
Seller's Agent
Norman Salter
Spectra America Corp.
Buyer's Agent
Kevin Schmidtchen
Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$3,200,000
Sold Price
$3,200,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.64%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 2011
Sold by
Preferred Bank
Bought by
Vista Oceano La Mesa Venture Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 12, 2010
Sold by
Vintage At The Mesa Inc
Bought by
Preferred Bank
Source: Public Records

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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 $3,200,000 First American Title Company
Grant Deed $6,750,000 Chicago Title
Trustee Deed $3,500,000 Fidelity National Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $25,850,000 Construction
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/28/2025 06/28/25 For Sale $7,980,000 0.0% $1,583 / Sq Ft
05/29/2025 05/29/25 Pending -- -- --
04/26/2025 04/26/25 For Sale $7,980,000 0.0% $1,583 / Sq Ft
09/28/2022 09/28/22 Rented $20,000 0.0% --
09/28/2022 09/28/22 Off Market $20,000 -- --
09/12/2022 09/12/22 Price Changed $20,000 -20.0% $4 / Sq Ft
07/20/2022 07/20/22 Price Changed $25,000 -28.6% $5 / Sq Ft
05/30/2022 05/30/22 Price Changed $35,000 -12.5% $7 / Sq Ft
04/09/2022 04/09/22 For Rent $40,000 0.0% --
07/17/2013 07/17/13 Sold $3,200,000 0.0% $635 / Sq Ft
07/17/2013 07/17/13 Pending -- -- --
07/17/2013 07/17/13 For Sale $3,200,000 -- $635 / 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
2023 $40,693 $3,770,430 $1,531,737 $2,238,693
2022 $39,271 $3,696,501 $1,501,703 $2,194,798
2021 $38,373 $3,624,021 $1,472,258 $2,151,763
2020 $37,979 $3,586,862 $1,457,162 $2,129,700
2019 $37,317 $3,516,533 $1,428,591 $2,087,942
2018 $36,791 $3,447,582 $1,400,580 $2,047,002
2017 $35,576 $3,379,983 $1,373,118 $2,006,865
2016 $34,624 $3,313,710 $1,346,195 $1,967,515
2014 $33,680 $3,200,000 $1,300,000 $1,900,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Cristal Clarke

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Cristal Clarke

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    (805) 886-9378

    1 in this area

    229 Total Sales

    Cristal Clarke
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    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Clare Lombardi

    Cambria Property Management & Real Estate

    (805) 448-6763

    Clare Lombardi
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    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Norman Salter

    Spectra America Corp.

  • K

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Kevin Schmidtchen

    Sotheby's International Realty

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 13-2321

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 035-480-060

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93109 Alta Mesa

1708 La Vista Del Oceano, Santa Barbara, CA

This home is located at 1708 La Vista Del Oceano, Santa Barbara, CA 93109 and is currently priced at $3,200,000, approximately $634 per square foot. This property was built in 2013. 1708 La Vista Del Oceano is a home located in Santa Barbara County with nearby schools including Washington Elementary School, La Cumbre Junior High School, and Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara.

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