$2,989,000 - $3,726,000
RENTED MAR 31, 2025

2521 Whitney Ave Summerland, CA 93067

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,556 Sq Ft
$1,315 Price per Sq Ft

Last Sold February 09, 2022

Last sale price $2,750,000 $1,076 Per Sq Ft

Est. 22% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $20,517/month

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Fruit Trees
  • Art Studio
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Maid or Guest Quarters

About This Home

As of March 2025

UNFURNISHED SUMMERLAND RENTAL AVAILABLE NOW! (6-MONTH OR 1-YEAR LEASE POSSIBLE)
Perched atop the highest street in Summerland, 2521 Whitney Ave offers incredible pacific ocean & channel island views! The primary level is comprised of a grand living room w/high ceilings, massive windows w/ocean views, gas fireplace, chef's kitchen w/breakfast bar & walk-in pantry, master bedroom w/en-suite bathroom & walk-in closet, all seamlessly opening up to the grand ocean view deck perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The other 2 bedrooms on the primary level are comfortably positioned to the rear of the home which open up to a private, large stone patio. The lower level is comprised of a large studio apartment & full bathroom, laundry area w/ample storage, hobby area & an oversize 2-car garage! *Property goes from Whitney to Emerson (street to street).

*AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY FOR 1-YEAR LEASE!*

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Christopher Hunt

Compass License #01326111 Listed on: 03/20/2025

Compass

Last Renter's Agent

Christopher Hunt

Village Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $31,256

Year Built

  • Built in 1987

Lot Details

  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Irrigation
  • Hilly Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • 4 Open Parking Spaces
  • 1 Carport Space

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Harbor

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 2,556 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Game Room
  • Art Studio
  • Home Gym
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Gas Range
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Maid or Guest Quarters
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • 220 Volts In Laundry

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Outdoor Grill

Location

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Water Softener is Owned

Listing and Financial Details

  • Property Available on 4/1/25
  • Assessor Parcel Number 005-160-062

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$31,256

Year Built

Built in 1987

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: ResidentialLease
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • NumberUnfurnished: Unfurnished
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Gas Hookup, Other, Laundry Room, 220V Elect
  • Reso Accessibility Features: Other
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Reso Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Appliances Included Built-In Gas Range: Yes
  • Property Information:Date Available: 2025-04-01
  • Property Information Total Bathrooms2: 3.0
  • ParkingGarage Cpt #13: Yes
  • Architectural Style Craftsman: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Total # Unconvered Spaces2: 4.0
  • GroundsLandscaping BBQ: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Deck: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced Back: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Bar: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area: Yes
  • Laundry Laundry Room: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Range: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Living Room: Yes
  • Property Information Year Built3: 1987
  • ParkingGarage Gar #23: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open: Yes
  • ViewHarbor: Yes
  • View Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s): Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation PRT: Yes
  • Construction Two Story: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Total # Garage Spaces3: 2.0
  • Security Smoke Detector(s): Yes
  • HeatingCooling GFA2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced Partial: Yes
  • LocationTopo Hilly: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s): Yes
  • Amenities Cathedral Ceilings: Yes
  • Amenities Dual Pane Window: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Bath: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Stove: Yes
  • Appliances Included Water Softener Owned: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Carpet2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus2: Yes
  • Pets No: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood: Yes
  • Rooms Game Room: Yes
  • Amenities Guest Quarters: Yes
  • Laundry Gas Hookup: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Total # Carport Spaces3: 1.0
  • Rooms Art Studio: Yes
  • Laundry 220V Elect: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1987

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Water Softener Owned, Gas Range, Built-In Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Stove, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Disposal: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Microwave: Yes
  • Other Rooms:Exercise Room: Yes

Exterior Features

  • View: Harbor, Ocean
  • Topography: Hilly
  • Exterior Features: Yard Irrigation PRT, BBQ, Deck, Fenced Back, Fenced Partial, Fruit Trees, Patio Open

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 4.0
  • Parking Features: Gar #2, Cpt #1

Utilities

  • Heating: GFA
  • HeatingYN: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Interior Amenities:Pantry: Yes
  • Amenities:Skylight: Yes

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 005-160-062

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 7, 2021
Closed on
Jan 21, 2022
Sold by
Petersen/Brock Community Property Trust
Bought by
Wirth Carol J
Seller's Agent
John Henderson
Village Properties
Buyer's Agent
20/Twenty Group
Compass
List Price
$2,895,000
Sold Price
$2,750,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$145,000
-5.01%
Current Estimated Value
$3,361,798

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$611,798
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.13%
Original Mortgage
$380,000
Outstanding Balance
$353,572
Interest Rate
3.56%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$3,053,179

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 1, 2020
Closed on
Nov 13, 2020
Sold by
Fairbanks Carlos K and Fairbanks Natalie
Bought by
Petersen Arthur L and Brock Monica
Seller's Agent
John Henderson
Village Properties
Buyer's Agent
Mary Lu Edick
Village Properties
List Price
$2,095,000
Sold Price
$2,048,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$47,000
-2.24%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
27.58%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 29, 2002
Sold by
Fairbanks Carlos K
Bought by
Fairbanks Carlos K and Fairbanks Natalie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$285,000
Interest Rate
7.15%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 30, 2002
Sold by
Fairbanks Carlos K and Fairbanks Natalie
Bought by
Fairbanks Carlos K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$285,000
Interest Rate
7.15%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 16, 2001
Sold by
Fairbanks Carlos K
Bought by
Fairbanks Carlos K and Fairbanks Natalie

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 17, 2000
Sold by
Fairbanks Natalie
Bought by
Fairbanks Carlos K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$125,000
Interest Rate
7.86%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 28, 1995
Sold by
Williams Thomas L and Williams Mary Anne
Bought by
Fairbanks Carlos K
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
Wirth Carol J $2,750,000 Fidelity National Title
Petersen Arthur L $2,048,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Fairbanks Carlos K -- --
Fairbanks Carlos K -- Fidelity National Title Co
Fairbanks Carlos K -- --
Fairbanks Carlos K -- First American Title Ins Co
Fairbanks Carlos K $460,000 Santa Barbara Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Wirth Carol J $380,000
Previous Owner Fairbanks Carlos K $1,000,000
Previous Owner Fairbanks Carlos K $254,222
Previous Owner Fairbanks Carlos K $285,000
Previous Owner Fairbanks Carlos K $125,000
Previous Owner Fairbanks Carlos K $100,000
Previous Owner Fairbanks Carlos K $40,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/31/2025 03/31/25 Rented $9,750 0.0% --
03/20/2025 03/20/25 For Rent $9,750 0.0% --
02/09/2022 02/09/22 Sold $2,750,000 -5.0% $1,072 / Sq Ft
01/14/2022 01/14/22 Pending -- -- --
12/06/2021 12/06/21 For Sale $2,895,000 +41.4% $1,128 / Sq Ft
11/23/2020 11/23/20 Sold $2,048,000 -2.2% $801 / Sq Ft
10/16/2020 10/16/20 Pending -- -- --
09/29/2020 09/29/20 For Sale $2,095,000 -- $820 / 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 $31,256 $2,918,322 $1,591,812 $1,326,510
2023 $31,256 $2,750,000 $1,500,000 $1,250,000
2022 $23,334 $2,094,060 $918,000 $1,176,060
2021 $22,776 $2,048,000 $900,000 $1,148,000
2020 $8,555 $698,733 $281,010 $417,723
2019 $8,371 $685,033 $275,500 $409,533
2018 $8,219 $671,602 $270,099 $401,503
2017 $8,060 $658,434 $264,803 $393,631
2016 $7,909 $645,524 $259,611 $385,913
2015 $7,803 $635,829 $255,712 $380,117
2014 -- $623,375 $250,703 $372,672
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Christopher Hunt

    Landlord's Agent in 2025

    Christopher Hunt

    Compass

    (805) 453-3407

    19 Total Sales

    Christopher Hunt
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  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    John Henderson

    Village Properties

    (805) 689-1066

    8 in this area

    21 Total Sales

    John Henderson
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  • E

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022

    Edward Edick

    Village Properties

    (805) 689-1153

    1 in this area

    36 Total Sales

    Edward Edick
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  • 2

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    20/Twenty Group

    Compass

    (805) 900-0995

    1 in this area

    83 Total Sales

    20/Twenty Group
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  • M

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Mary Lu Edick

    Village Properties

    (805) 565-8871

    1 in this area

    27 Total Sales

    Mary Lu Edick
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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 25-1124

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 005-160-062

California Santa Barbara County Summerland 93067

2521 Whitney Ave, Summerland, CA

This home is located at 2521 Whitney Ave, Summerland, CA 93067 since 20 March 2025 and is currently priced at $3,361,798. This property was built in 1987. 2521 Whitney Ave is a home located in Santa Barbara County with nearby schools including Carpinteria Senior High School, Our Lady of Mount Carmel School, and Crane Country Day School.

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