NOT LISTED FOR SALE

225 E Cota St Unit 1 Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Lower East Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,895,748 - $2,459,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
2,002 Sq Ft
$1,092/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 21, 2014

Last sale price $1,084,300 $542 Per Sq Ft

Est. 102% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $12,796/month

Highlights

  • Property is near an ocean
  • City View
  • Wood Flooring
  • Washington Elementary School Rated A
  • Property is near a park
  • 2-minute walk to Plaza Vera Cruz

About This Home

As of September 2020

FULLY FURNISHED RENTAL. AVAILABLE: SEPTEMBER 1. The Blue Door Retreat is a three story, 2 bed/ 2 bath home located conveniently near downtown Santa Barbara. Blue Door Retreat requires a stay of minimum 30 nights. Once inside the Blue Door Retreat, you are greeted with a vibrant parlor, complete with comfortable seating, desk, and wine fridge. Tucked behind the dividing wall is the first bedroom, outfitted with a California King and plenty of storage space. The first bathroom is on this level as well as a private outdoor patio featuring a seating area and built-in BBQ! Blue Door Retreat requires a stay of minimum 30 nights.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Samantha Ireland

Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara License #01751182 Listed on: 08/07/2019

Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara

Last Renter's Agent

Samantha Ireland

Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara License #01751182 Listed on: 08/07/2019

Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,817

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • Level Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • Garage

Property Views

  • City
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Tri-Level Property

Interior Spaces

  • 2,002 Sq Ft Home
  • Furnished

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Outdoor Grill

Location

  • Property is near a park
  • Property near a hospital
  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a bus stop

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • Laundry Facilities

Listing and Financial Details

  • Property Available on 9/1/20
  • Assessor Parcel Number 031-510-001

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,817

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: ResidentialLease
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • NumberUnfurnished: Furnished
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Common Area
  • Architectural Style: Townhouse
  • Reso Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Tri-Level
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Property Information:Date Available: 2020-09-01
  • Property Information Total Bathrooms2: 2.0
  • View Mountain(s): Yes
  • View Setting: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping BBQ: Yes
  • Pets Dogs: Yes
  • Furnishings Fully Furnished: Yes
  • Property Information Year Built3: 2005
  • Construction Tri-Level: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s): Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping: Yes
  • HeatingCooling GFA2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s): Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Level2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood: Yes
  • Proximity Near Hospital: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #13: Yes
  • Style Townhouse: Yes
  • Laundry Common Area: Yes
  • HeatingCooling AC None: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 2005

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • View: Mountain(s), City, Setting
  • Exterior Features: BBQ
  • View:City3: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Gar #1

Utilities

  • Heating: GFA
  • HeatingYN: Yes

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 031-510-001

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 5, 2013
Closed on
Jan 13, 2014
Sold by
Cota Street Studios Llc
Bought by
Saunders Bros Llc
Seller's Agent
Richard van Seenus
Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Brooke Ebner
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$1,195,000
Sold Price
$1,084,300
Premium/Discount to List
-$110,700
-9.26%
Current Estimated Value
$2,185,687

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,101,387
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.25%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 23, 2005
Sold by
Richards D B and Richards Virginia E
Bought by
Cota Street Studios Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
6.37%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 19, 2005
Sold by
Cota Street Studio Llc
Bought by
Richars Db and Richards Virginia E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
6.37%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
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
Saunders Bros Llc $1,084,500 First American Title Company
Cota Street Studios Llc -- First American Title
Richars Db -- First American Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Richars Db $1,000,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/02/2020 09/02/20 Rented -- -- --
08/03/2020 08/03/20 Under Contract -- -- --
08/07/2019 08/07/19 For Rent $5,500 0.0% --
01/21/2014 01/21/14 Sold $1,084,300 -9.3% $542 / Sq Ft
12/20/2013 12/20/13 Pending -- -- --
09/05/2013 09/05/13 For Sale $1,195,000 -- $597 / 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 $13,817 $1,329,192 $245,166 $1,084,026
2023 $13,817 $1,277,580 $235,647 $1,041,933
2022 $13,333 $1,252,530 $231,027 $1,021,503
2021 $13,027 $1,227,972 $226,498 $1,001,474
2020 $12,893 $1,215,382 $224,176 $991,206
2019 $12,668 $1,191,552 $219,781 $971,771
2018 $12,489 $1,168,189 $215,472 $952,717
2017 $12,077 $1,145,285 $211,248 $934,037
2016 $11,815 $1,122,829 $207,106 $915,723
2015 $11,686 $1,105,964 $203,996 $901,968
2014 $9,605 $904,086 $150,681 $753,405
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • S

    Landlord's Agent in 2020

    Samantha Ireland

    Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara

    (805) 698-8413

    24 Total Sales

    Samantha Ireland
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    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Richard van Seenus

    Sotheby's International Realty

  • M

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2014

    Melissa Birch

    Sotheby's International Realty

  • Brooke Ebner

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Brooke Ebner

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    (805) 453-7071

    17 Total Sales

    Brooke Ebner
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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: RN-15676

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 031-510-001

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93101 Lower East

225 E Cota St Unit 1, Santa Barbara, CA

This home is located at 225 E Cota St Unit 1, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 since 07 August 2019 and is currently priced at $2,185,687. This property was built in 2005. 225 E Cota St Unit 1 is a home located in Santa Barbara County with nearby schools including Washington Elementary School, Santa Barbara Junior High School, and Santa Barbara Senior High School.

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