NOT LISTED FOR SALE

231 Linden Ave Unit 11 Carpinteria, CA 93013

Old Town Carpinteria Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $708,000 - $936,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
579 Sq Ft
436 Sq Ft Lot Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: April 19, 2018

Last sale price $573,000 $990 Per Sq Ft

Est. 47% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,504 / mo

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Additional Residence on Property
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Property is near park, public transit, schools, shops, and bus stop
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • 1-minute walk to Tomol Interpretive Play Area

About This Home

As of April 2018

Located in the sleepy seaside community of Carpinteria, enjoy the easy breezy days of summer from this quaint Cape Cod jewel perfect for weekend get-a-ways. With condo-living amenities & the sound of ocean waves, you can't help but relax sleeping less than 250' from the shore. Perfectly situated in the development, this desirable 2-story unit w/light-filled rooms & open floor plan offers detailed craftsmanship & charisma, a beautifully redesigned kitchen w/granite counters, stainless steel appliances, custom woodwork, spacious breakfast bar & open air loft bedroom w/handsomely restyled master bath.
With a floor plan that more than maximizes the space, this one bedroom updated unit speaks volumes with its indoor/outdoor charm. Beautifully maintained gardens accent the well-kept exterior.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lori Bowles

Coldwell Banker Realty Listed on: 03/09/2018

Co-Listed By

Dana Zertuche

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Non Member Agent

Non Member Office

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • Built in 1972

Lot Details

  • Lawn
  • Property is in excellent condition

HOA Fees

  • $315 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Carport Space

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 579 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Loft
  • Park or Greenbelt Views
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Range
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Home Security

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Patio

Additional Homes

  • Additional Residence on Property

Location

  • Property is near park, public transit, schools, shops, and bus stop
  • City Lot

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window
  • Underground Utilities
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 003-690-011

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, trash, comm area maint
  • 20 Buildings
  • 20 Units
  • Sandpiper Community

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Additional Features

  • Coin Laundry
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

Built in 1972

Lot Details

436 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$315 per month

Listing Details

  • Association Fee: $315
  • Directions: US 101 to Linden Avenue towards beach. Sandpiper Condominium Development is on the right side of the street just after 3rd St. Ample street parking. Proceed to Unit #11 (left side of development).
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1972
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Coin Op, Not in-unit, Common Area, Laundry Room
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Near Public Transit
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Reso Association Fee Includes: Other, Water, Trash, Comm Area Maint
  • Co List Office Mls Id: cb01
  • Co List Office Phone: 805-969-4755
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Reso Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Tile
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Other Structures: Second Residence
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1972
  • Property Information Total #Units: 20
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.01
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Aliso
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: Carp. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: Carp. Sr.
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Site Improvements Underground Util: Yes
  • Property Information Within City Limits: Yes
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior Wood Siding: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Lawn2: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Bar2: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Laundry Laundry Room2: Yes
  • Amenities Dual Pane Window2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Bath2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Kitchen2: Yes
  • Amenities Skylight2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Disposal3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Microwave3: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • Property Information Main House SqFt: 579.0
  • Construction Two Story2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Dining In Kitchen4: Yes
  • Property Information Apx Lot SqFt: 336.0
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Carpet: Yes
  • Location Info Development Name: Sandpiper
  • View Green Belt2: Yes
  • Amenities Second Residence: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Cpt #12: Yes
  • Appliances Included Electric Range2: Yes
  • Site Improvements Cable TV3: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Wood2: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • Laundry Common Area2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Elect Stove2: Yes
  • Cooling Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Rooms Loft2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Total # Carport Spaces: 1.0
  • Laundry Coin Op2: Yes
  • Style Cape Cod2: Yes
  • Heating Wall: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Elect Stove, Microwave
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Setting, Green Belt
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Acres: 0.01
  • Topography: Level
  • Exterior Features: Patio Open, Lawn
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating: Electric, Wall
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Utilities: Underground Util
  • Water Source: Carp Wtr
  • Heating:Electric: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

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

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 003-690-011
  • Zoning: PRD
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 336.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 9, 2018
Closed on
Apr 13, 2018
Sold by
Snow James C and Snow Christine W
Bought by
Bennett Dean L and Bennett Victoria C
Seller's Agent
Lori Bowles
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Non Member Agent
Non Member Office
List Price
$565,000
Sold Price
$573,000
Premium/Discount to List
$8,000
1.42%
Current Estimated Value
$840,053

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$267,053
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.93%
Original Mortgage
$458,400
Outstanding Balance
$394,399
Interest Rate
4.46%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$452,403

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 4, 2006
Sold by
Snow James C and Snow Christine W
Bought by
Snow James C and Snow Christine W

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 10, 1999
Sold by
Vanwingerden Rene T and Vanwingerden June B
Bought by
Snow James C and Snow Christine W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$131,200
Interest Rate
7.12%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 28, 1995
Sold by
Vanwingerden Rene T and Vanwingerden June B
Bought by
Vanwingerden Rene T and Vanwingerden June B
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

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bennett Dean L $573,000 Chicago Title Co
Snow James C -- None Available
Snow James C -- First American Title
Vanwingerden Rene T -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bennett Dean L $458,400
Previous Owner Snow James C $131,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/19/2018 04/19/18 Sold $573,000 +1.4% $990 / Sq Ft
03/22/2018 03/22/18 Pending -- -- --
03/09/2018 03/09/18 For Sale $565,000 -- $976 / Sq Ft
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

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 $7,611 $651,970 $325,985 $325,985
2023 $7,611 $626,656 $313,328 $313,328
2022 $7,335 $614,370 $307,185 $307,185
2021 $7,174 $602,324 $301,162 $301,162
2020 $7,082 $596,148 $298,074 $298,074
2019 $6,932 $584,460 $292,230 $292,230
2018 $3,144 $225,944 $112,972 $112,972
2017 $3,077 $221,514 $110,757 $110,757
2016 $3,024 $217,172 $108,586 $108,586
2015 $2,998 $213,910 $106,955 $106,955
2014 $2,835 $209,720 $104,860 $104,860
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • L

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Lori Bowles

    Coldwell Banker Realty

  • D

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018

    Dana Zertuche

    Coldwell Banker Realty

  • N

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Non Member Agent

    Non Member Office

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 18-842

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 003-690-011

California Santa Barbara County Carpinteria 93013 Old Town Carpinteria

231 Linden Ave Unit 11, Carpinteria, CA

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