$1,760,000
SOLD FEB 27, 2025
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,520 Sq Ft
7,841 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,158 Per Sq Ft

10% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fruit Trees
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of February 2025

Welcome to this delightful gated cottage, ideally located near Montecito's shops and restaurants, and the vibrant offerings of downtown Santa Barbara. This home blends cozy charm with thoughtful design, offering an inviting retreat in a sought after location.
The spacious great room floorplan, with high beamed ceilings, tile and wood floors, sets the tone for relaxed living and effortless entertaining. A fireplace in the living room adds warmth and character, creating a cozy focal point for the home.
With two generously sized bedrooms and two bathrooms, there is ample space for comfort and privacy. Attached oversized garage has an abundant storage & laundry area. Outside offers a sunny, easy care yard with large tiled patio, motor court with pavers, numerous fruit trees and other plant

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Barbara Koutnik

Sotheby's International Realty License #00809916 Listed on: 01/24/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Mitch Stark

RE/MAX Santa Barbara

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,741

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • 7,841 Sq Ft Lot
  • Gated Home
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot
  • Irrigation
  • Fruit Trees
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,520 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Blinds
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Property Views

Kitchen

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

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Gas Dryer Hookup

Location

  • Property is near shops
  • City Lot

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Sewer Stub Out
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Stepless Entry
  • Patio

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Other
  • Assessor Parcel Number 015-091-014

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 15 Eucalyptus Hill Subdivision

Amenities

  • Restaurant

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,741

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Directions: APS to Barker Pass
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1957
  • ResoWindowFeatures: Blinds
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Gas Hookup, In Garage
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Gate:Elec, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name: 15 - Eucalyptus Hill
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Reso Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Entry Lvl(No Stairs), Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Good
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1957
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.18
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Cleveland
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: Yes
  • Construction Entry Lvl(No Stairs)2: Yes
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior Wood Siding: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Attached: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Amenities Dual Pane Window2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Disposal3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Range2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security GateElec: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • WaterSewer Sewer Hookup: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Blinds: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • Property Information Main House SqFt: 1520.0
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Proximity Restaurants: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Area2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Built-In Gas Range: Yes
  • Condition Good2: Yes
  • Style:Contemporary2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced PRT: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation PRT: Yes
  • Laundry In Garage2: Yes
  • Site Improvements Cable TV3: Yes
  • Laundry Gas Hookup2: Yes
  • Cooling Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Built-In Gas Range, Built-In Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Total Bedrooms: 7
  • Appliances Included:Built-In Electric Oven: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Setting
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding, Stucco
  • Acres: 0.18
  • Topography: Level
  • Exclusions: Other
  • Exterior Features: Patio Open, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation PRT, Fenced: PRT
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Gar #2, Attached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: SB Wtr
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Street Lights
  • Association: No

Association/Amenities

  • Unit 1 Amenities:Cathedral Ceiling(s)2: Yes

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 015-091-014
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7840.8
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 24, 2025
Closed on
Feb 12, 2025
Sold by
Nancy Bear Hofbauer Revocable Trust and Hofbauer Nancy Bear
Bought by
Lieb Matthew Ryan and Kelly Julia Alyse
Seller's Agent
Barbara Koutnik
Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Mitch Stark
RE/MAX Santa Barbara
List Price
$1,599,000
Sold Price
$1,760,000
Premium/Discount to List
$161,000
10.07%
Views
33
Current Estimated Value
$1,798,861

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$38,861
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.62%
Original Mortgage
$1,408,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,402,207
Interest Rate
7.04%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$351,857

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 8, 2007
Sold by
Hofbauer Nancy Bear
Bought by
Hofbauer Nancy Bear

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 17, 2006
Sold by
Poust Nancy H
Bought by
Hofbauer Nancy Bear

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 3, 2001
Sold by
Poust Roy Newton
Bought by
Poust Nancy H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$165,000
Interest Rate
6.77%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 12, 1999
Sold by
Kingsnorth Nancy H
Bought by
Poust Nancy H

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 6, 1996
Sold by
Ebright James N
Bought by
Kingsnorth Nancy H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$207,000
Interest Rate
7.87%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,760,000 Chicago Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed $332,500 Fidelity National Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,408,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $147,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $165,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $207,000 Balloon
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/27/2025 02/27/25 Sold $1,760,000 +10.1% $1,158 / Sq Ft
01/28/2025 01/28/25 Pending -- -- --
01/24/2025 01/24/25 For Sale $1,599,000 -- $1,052 / 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 $5,741 $547,202 $342,012 $205,190
2023 $5,741 $525,955 $328,732 $197,223
2022 $5,532 $515,643 $322,287 $193,356
2021 $5,401 $505,533 $315,968 $189,565
2020 $5,344 $500,351 $312,729 $187,622
2019 $5,249 $490,542 $306,598 $183,944
2018 $5,118 $475,925 $300,587 $175,338
2017 $4,947 $466,594 $294,694 $171,900
2016 $4,894 $457,446 $288,916 $168,530
2014 $4,761 $441,751 $279,003 $162,748
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 25-371

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 015-091-014