$2,250,000
SOLD OCT 19, 2018

231 Butterfly Ln Santa Barbara, CA 93108

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,360 Sq Ft
0.4 Acres

Recently Sold

$953 Per Sq Ft

10% Below List Price

87 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Art Studio
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Property is near public transit
  • Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • Wooded Lot

About This Home

As of September 2023

Wow what a location location Montecito Lower Village wonderful tropical private setting near the lower Montecito Village. Nestled within walking distance of this community's world-class beaches, fine dining, shops and farmers market on Coast Village Road.
Butterfly Beach is only 6 blocks away directly accessable via the walk through underpass. The New Montecito Country Club with a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course is due to open this fall and located just around the corner. This is the first time this house has been on the market since 1972. Very comfortable 4 bedroom 3 bath home with an extra office/guest bedroom - Large 3 car garage has room for private gym, sports car and recreational equipment. This lush property provides enough space to add a guest house, pool and cabana if desire It's close enough to easily access the freeway and all direct routes into Santa Barbara but far enough to maintain a peaceful tranquil environment. This has all the makings of a great family home located in the sought after Montecito Union School district.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

patrick maiani

Dynasty Real Estate License #01440541 Listed on: 06/19/2018

Last Buyer's Agent

Stephen Slavin

Sotheby's International Realty License #00493760

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $57,278

Year Built

  • Built in 1970

Lot Details

  • 0.4 Acre Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Irrigation
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is in good condition

Home Design

  • Tri-Level Property
  • Slab Foundation
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,360 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Game Room
  • Art Studio
  • Music Room
  • Home Gym
  • Gas Dryer Hookup
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Deck
  • Patio

Location

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

Schools

  • Mont Union Elementary School
  • S.B. Jr. Middle School
  • S.B. Sr. High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Lands/Montecito Land Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 009-112-020

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$57,278

Year Built

Built in 1970

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Directions: North 101 to Olive Mill exit Coast Village road turn right on Butterfly Lane South 101 to Hot Springs exit to Coast Village Road left on Butterfly Lane
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Gas Hookup
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Near Public Transit
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Tri-Level
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Good
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1970
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.4
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Mont Union
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Rooms Family Room4: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Stove3: Yes
  • Property Information Main House SqFt: 2360.0
  • ParkingGarage Gar #33: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Rooms Art Studio2: Yes
  • Rooms Exercise Room2: Yes
  • Rooms Office3: Yes
  • Dining Formal2: Yes
  • Condition Good2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Wooded4: Yes
  • Location Info Development Name: Lands/Montecito Land
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation PRT: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Deck3: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced BCK: Yes
  • Site Improvements Cable TV3: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Permeable Driveway2: Yes
  • Laundry Gas Hookup2: Yes
  • Rooms Music Room2: Yes
  • Construction Tri-Level2: Yes
  • Rooms Game Room3: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Gas Stove
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 9

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Other
  • View: Setting
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 0.4
  • Topography: Level
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio Open, Wooded, Yard Irrigation PRT, Fenced: BCK, Permeable Driveway
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Gar #3

Utilities

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

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 009-112-020
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 17424.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 16, 2023
Closed on
Aug 28, 2023
Sold by
Dorsey Family Holdings Llc
Bought by
Dearborn Property Trust and Altman
Seller's Agent
Ann Zafiratos
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Tamra Leverson
Nationwide RE Executives
List Price
$5,950,000
Sold Price
$5,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$550,000
-9.24%
Views
380
Current Estimated Value
$5,724,030

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$324,030
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.50%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 30, 2023
Closed on
Dec 23, 2022
Sold by
Diaz Family Trust
Bought by
Dorsey Family Holdings Llc
Seller's Agent
Randy Glick
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Ann Zafiratos
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$4,800,000
Sold Price
$4,800,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
21.30%
Original Mortgage
$3,500,000
Interest Rate
6.31%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 25, 2020
Closed on
Oct 16, 2020
Sold by
Schaffer Jeffrey Craig and Schaffer Jacqueline Marcus
Bought by
Diaz David and Diaz Saini Ragil
Seller's Agent
Stephen Slavin
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Randy Glick
RE/MAX Santa Barbara
List Price
$3,450,000
Sold Price
$3,450,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.73%
Original Mortgage
$1,450,000
Interest Rate
2.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 19, 2018
Closed on
Sep 19, 2018
Sold by
Ferrell Teresa M
Bought by
Schaffer Jeffrey Criag and Schaffer Jacqueline Marcius
Seller's Agent
patrick maiani
Dynasty Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Stephen Slavin
Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$2,495,000
Sold Price
$2,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$245,000
-9.82%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
23.57%
Original Mortgage
$1,800,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 13, 2008
Sold by
Olson William K
Bought by
Olson William K and Ferrell Teresa M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 18, 2003
Sold by
Olson William K and Olson Shirley May
Bought by
Olson William K and Olson Shirley May
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $5,400,000 Chicago Title Company
Grant Deed $4,800,000 First American Title
Grant Deed $3,372,000 First American Title Company
Grant Deed $2,250,000 First American Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $3,500,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,450,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,756,700 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,800,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/08/2023 09/08/23 Sold $5,400,000 -2.7% $2,288 / Sq Ft
08/04/2023 08/04/23 Pending -- -- --
07/10/2023 07/10/23 Price Changed $5,550,000 -5.1% $2,352 / Sq Ft
06/02/2023 06/02/23 Price Changed $5,849,000 -1.7% $2,478 / Sq Ft
05/16/2023 05/16/23 For Sale $5,950,000 +24.0% $2,521 / Sq Ft
01/30/2023 01/30/23 Sold $4,800,000 0.0% $2,034 / Sq Ft
01/30/2023 01/30/23 Pending -- -- --
01/30/2023 01/30/23 For Sale $4,800,000 +39.1% $2,034 / Sq Ft
10/27/2020 10/27/20 Sold $3,450,000 0.0% $1,462 / Sq Ft
09/27/2020 09/27/20 Pending -- -- --
09/24/2020 09/24/20 For Sale $3,450,000 +53.3% $1,462 / Sq Ft
10/19/2018 10/19/18 Sold $2,250,000 -9.8% $953 / Sq Ft
09/14/2018 09/14/18 Pending -- -- --
06/19/2018 06/19/18 For Sale $2,495,000 -- $1,057 / 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 $57,278 $5,508,000 $2,346,000 $3,162,000
2023 $57,278 $3,589,380 $1,716,660 $1,872,720
2022 $37,989 $3,519,000 $1,683,000 $1,836,000
2021 $37,211 $3,450,000 $1,650,000 $1,800,000
2020 $25,303 $2,295,000 $1,530,000 $765,000
2019 $24,760 $2,250,000 $1,500,000 $750,000
2018 $2,993 $140,006 $47,376 $92,630
2017 $2,867 $137,262 $46,448 $90,814
2016 $2,769 $134,572 $45,538 $89,034
2014 $2,528 $129,956 $43,976 $85,980
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 18-2241

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 009-112-020