NOT LISTED FOR SALE

255 Forest Dr Goleta, CA 93117

El Encanto Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,385,000 - $1,634,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,542 Sq Ft
$965/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 21, 2016

Last sale price $775,000 $503 Per Sq Ft

Est. 88% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,875/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fruit Trees
  • Property is near a park
  • Lawn
  • Goleta Valley Junior High School Rated A
  • Ranch Style House
  • Covered patio or porch

About This Home

As of June 2016

Located on a cul-de-sac in a charming neighborhood, this 4 bed/2 bath cottage is the suburban ideal. This home offers 1,542 sq ft of living space and an open floor plan with a breakfast bar and dining room. The living room opens thru sliding glass doors to a covered patio and private backyard with exceptional landscaping, including mature lemon & tangerine trees. 5 min to shopping, 10 min to UCSB.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ann Zafiratos

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01355461 Listed on: 05/10/2016

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Gay Milligin

Gay Milligin & Co

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,917

Year Built

  • Built in 1969

Lot Details

  • 7,841 Sq Ft Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Irrigation
  • Fruit Trees
  • Lawn
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,542 Sq Ft Home
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Laundry in Garage

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Microwave

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Covered patio or porch
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop

Location

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

Schools

  • Brandon Elementary School
  • Gol Valley Middle School
  • Dos Pueblos High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • 35 El Encanto Heights Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 079-520-030

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,917

Year Built

Built in 1969

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Directions: 101-N to Glen Annie. Turn right on Cathedral Oaks (going NW). Left on Evergreen, right on Forest.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1969
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: In Garage
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Cul-De-Sac, Near Public Transit
  • Subdivision Name: 35 - El Encanto Heights
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Reso Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Other Structures: Work Shop
  • Reso Property Condition: Good
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1969
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Brandon
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: Gol Valley
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: Dos Pueblos
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Attached: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation TO: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Lawn2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Bar2: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Microwave3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Property Information Apx Lot SqFt: 7841.0
  • Condition Good2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • Other Buildings Work Shop2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Carpet: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced BCK: Yes
  • Laundry In Garage2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Laminate2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Electric Range2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Cul-De-Sac2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Covered2: Yes
  • Appliances Included OvenRngeBlt-In2: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Electric Range, Oven/Rnge/Blt-In, Microwave
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: LR
  • Total Bedrooms: 7

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 0.18
  • Topography: Level
  • Exterior Features: Patio Covered, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation T/O, Fenced: BCK
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: Brandon
  • High School: Dos Pueblos
  • Middle Or Junior School: Gol Valley

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 079-520-030
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7841.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 5, 2021
Sold by
Ramirez Edward A and Ramirez Virginia P
Bought by
Ramirez Edward A and Ramirez Virginia P
Current Estimated Value
$1,457,514

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$610,000
Outstanding Balance
$523,772
Interest Rate
3.01%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$964,395

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 10, 2016
Closed on
Jun 14, 2016
Sold by
Jeppesen Robert Grant
Bought by
Ramirez Edward A and Phillips Virginia L
Seller's Agent
Ann Zafiratos
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Gay Milligin
Gay Milligin & Co
List Price
$779,000
Sold Price
$775,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-0.51%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.42%
Original Mortgage
$636,446
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 13, 1996
Sold by
Viktor Jeppesen G and Viktor Inge K
Bought by
Jeppesen Gert and Jeppesen Inge Klitta
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
Ramirez Edward A -- Chicago Title Company
Ramirez Edward A $775,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Jeppesen Gert -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ramirez Edward A $610,000
Closed Ramirez Edward A $618,750
Closed Ramirez Edward A $636,446
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/21/2016 06/21/16 Sold $775,000 -0.5% $503 / Sq Ft
05/16/2016 05/16/16 Pending -- -- --
05/10/2016 05/10/16 For Sale $779,000 -- $505 / 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 $9,917 $917,438 $473,516 $443,922
2023 $9,917 $881,815 $455,130 $426,685
2022 $9,473 $864,525 $446,206 $418,319
2021 $9,317 $847,574 $437,457 $410,117
2020 $9,071 $838,884 $432,972 $405,912
2019 $8,906 $822,436 $424,483 $397,953
2018 $8,740 $806,310 $416,160 $390,150
2017 $8,599 $790,500 $408,000 $382,500
2016 $1,990 $156,862 $48,580 $108,282
2015 $1,950 $154,507 $47,851 $106,656
2014 $1,978 $151,481 $46,914 $104,567
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ann Zafiratos

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Ann Zafiratos

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    (805) 448-4317

    2 in this area

    52 Total Sales

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    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Gay Milligin

    Gay Milligin & Co

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 16-1556

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 079-520-030

California Santa Barbara County Goleta 93117 El Encanto Heights

255 Forest Dr, Goleta, CA

This home is located at 255 Forest Dr, Goleta, CA 93117 since 10 May 2016 and is currently estimated at $1,488,167, approximately $965 per square foot. This property was built in 1969. 255 Forest Dr is a home located in Santa Barbara County with nearby schools including Brandon Elementary School, Goleta Valley Junior High School, and Dos Pueblos Senior High School.

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