NOT LISTED FOR SALE

178 Serafin St Carpinteria, CA 93013

Toro Canyon Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,958,000 - $2,332,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,612 Sq Ft
$1,355/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 24, 2015

Last sale price $912,000 $566 Per Sq Ft

Est. 139% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $12,810/month

67 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fruit Trees
  • Property is near public transit
  • Lawn
  • Mountain View
  • Ranch Style House
  • Double Oven

About This Home

As of December 2015

Charming 4bd, 2ba Serena Park Carpinteria home features a Zen inspired exterior w/drought tolerant front landscaping, a light-filled single level open floor plan, fruit trees, patio w/garden, seasonal creek & mountain views. Built in 1963,this 1,612+/- sq.foot home w/2 car garage, on .33+/- acres near the Polo Fields, is convenient to beaches, trails, Summerland & Montecito's shops & restaurants.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Daniela Johnson

Sotheby's International Realty License #01418684 Listed on: 09/15/2015

Last Buyer's Agent

Jacqueline Walters

Pitts & Bachmann Realtors

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,024

Year Built

  • Built in 1963

Lot Details

  • 0.33 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Lawn
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • Garage

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 1,612 Sq Ft Home
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Carpet
  • Mountain Views
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Location

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

Schools

  • Aliso Elementary School
  • Carp. Jr. Middle School
  • Carp. Sr. High School

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • Laundry Facilities

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 005-502-012

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,024

Year Built

Built in 1963

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Directions: 101 South, exit Padaro, take left, right on Via Real, left on Sentar, right on Serafin.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1963
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Common Area
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Near Public Transit
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Reso Flooring: Carpet
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1963
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Aliso
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: Carp. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: Carp. Sr.
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior Wood Siding: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Lawn2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Drought Tolerant LND2: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Primary: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Stove3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • Property Information Apx Lot SqFt: 14375.0
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Carpet: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • Laundry Common Area2: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Gas Stove, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: LR
  • Appliances Included:Double Oven2: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountain(s), Setting
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding, Stucco
  • Acres: 0.33
  • Topography: Level
  • Exterior Features: Patio Open, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Drought Tolerant LND
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Carp Wtr
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Sidewalks

Schools

  • Elementary School: Aliso
  • High School: Carp. Sr.
  • Middle Or Junior School: Carp. Jr.

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 005-502-012
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 14375.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 15, 2015
Closed on
Dec 10, 2015
Sold by
Cooper Miles William
Bought by
Garratty Eileen M
Seller's Agent
Daniela Johnson
Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jacqueline Walters
Pitts & Bachmann Realtors
List Price
$1,025,000
Sold Price
$912,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$113,000
-11.02%
Current Estimated Value
$2,184,183

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,272,183
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.55%
Original Mortgage
$512,000
Outstanding Balance
$408,290
Interest Rate
3.96%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,804,858

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 29, 2010
Sold by
Cooper Virgil V
Bought by
Cooper and Cooper Miles William

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$930,000
Interest Rate
2.45%
Mortgage Type
Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 22, 2010
Sold by
Cooper Virgil V
Bought by
Cooper and Cooper Miles William
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
Garratty Eileen M $912,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Cooper -- Placer Title Company
Cooper -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Garratty Eileen M $512,000
Previous Owner Cooper $930,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/24/2015 12/24/15 Sold $912,000 -11.0% $566 / Sq Ft
11/21/2015 11/21/15 Pending -- -- --
09/15/2015 09/15/15 For Sale $1,025,000 -- $636 / 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 $12,024 $1,095,864 $739,870 $355,994
2023 $12,024 $1,053,312 $711,141 $342,171
2022 $11,611 $1,032,660 $697,198 $335,462
2021 $11,341 $1,012,413 $683,528 $328,885
2020 $11,206 $1,002,033 $676,520 $325,513
2019 $10,972 $982,386 $663,255 $319,131
2018 $10,783 $963,124 $650,250 $312,874
2017 $10,581 $944,240 $637,500 $306,740
2016 $10,251 $912,000 $625,000 $287,000
2015 $1,567 $93,167 $36,403 $56,764
2014 $1,484 $91,343 $35,690 $55,653
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • D

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Daniela Johnson

    Sotheby's International Realty

  • J

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Jacqueline Walters

    Pitts & Bachmann Realtors

  • Jackie Walters

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Jackie Walters

    Village Properties

    (805) 969-8900

    3 in this area

    23 Total Sales

    Jackie Walters
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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 15-3113

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 005-502-012

California Santa Barbara County Carpinteria 93013 Toro Canyon

178 Serafin St, Carpinteria, CA

This home is located at 178 Serafin St, Carpinteria, CA 93013 since 15 September 2015 and is currently estimated at $2,184,183, approximately $1,354 per square foot. This property was built in 1963. 178 Serafin St is a home located in Santa Barbara County with nearby schools including Carpinteria Senior High School, The Howard School, and Crane Country Day School.

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