NOT LISTED FOR SALE

280 Middle Rd Santa Barbara, CA 93108

Estimated Value: $5,996,000 - $10,271,067

3 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,565 Sq Ft
$2,427/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 05, 2021

Last sale price $7,200,000 $2,020 Per Sq Ft

Est. 20% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $51,938/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Outdoor Pool
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Mountain View
  • Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of March 2021

''Clavelitos'', Lutah Riggs's former personal residence and studio, recently enhanced by its current owner.
A 1927 architectural gem featured as a cover home for Veranda Magazine. Just blocks form the lower village and Butterfly Beach. A perfect weekend getaway for those looking for the ''right size'' permanent residence. A true collectible both as art and architecture as well as lifestyle. Sale contingent on purchase of replacement property already identified.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robert Lamborn

Village Properties License #00445015 Listed on: 02/22/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Scott Williams

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1927

Lot Details

  • 0.59 Acre Lot
  • Gated Home
  • Level Lot
  • Lawn
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned E-2

Parking

  • Carport

Home Design

  • Spanish Architecture
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 3,565 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Tile Flooring
  • Mountain Views
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Remodeled Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Pool
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Deck

Location

  • Property is near public transit, shops, and bus stop

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Sewer Stub Out
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Other
  • Assessor Parcel Number 009-130-001

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1927

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Directions: Middle runs between Coast Village and Hot Springs Gated entrance.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1927
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Near Public Transit
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Gate:Elec, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Architectural Style: Spanish
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Reso Flooring: Tile
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1927
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.59
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Mont Union
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Pool: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Lawn2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced ALL2: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Bedroom2: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Primary: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Bath2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Kitchen2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Disposal3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Range2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security GateElec: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • WaterSewer Sewer Hookup: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • Property Information Main House SqFt: 3565.0
  • Construction Two Story2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Dining Formal2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Primary Bedroom: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • Roof:Tile2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Deck3: Yes
  • Site Improvements Cable TV3: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • Style Spanish2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Cpt #22: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Primary Bedroom, LR

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile
  • View: Mountain(s), Setting
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 0.59
  • Topography: Level
  • Exclusions: Other
  • Exterior Features: Pool, Deck, Lawn, Fenced: ALL
  • Foundation Details: Mixed

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Cpt #2

Utilities

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

Association/Amenities

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

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 009-130-001
  • Zoning: E-2
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 25700.4
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 15, 2022
Sold by
Mst 1998 Trust and Carlin Don
Bought by
Clavelitos Llc
Current Estimated Value
$8,651,267

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 22, 2021
Closed on
Mar 2, 2021
Sold by
Hallberg Richard W and Cuevas Daniel C
Bought by
Carlin Don and The Mst 1998 Trust
Seller's Agent
Robert Lamborn
Village Properties
Buyer's Agent
Scott Williams
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$6,750,000
Sold Price
$7,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
$450,000
6.67%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.87%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 11, 2019
Sold by
Hallberg Richard W and Cuevas Daniel C
Bought by
Hallberg Richard W and Cuevas Daniel C

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 17, 2007
Sold by
Hallberg Richard W
Bought by
Hallberg Richard W

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 24, 2005
Sold by
Stein Howard and Stein Janet G
Bought by
Hallberg Richard W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,325,000
Interest Rate
5.92%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 7, 1999
Sold by
Montgomery Jeffrey A and Montgomery Shawn D
Bought by
Stein Howard and Stein Janet G

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 19, 1998
Sold by
Copley Nigel and Copley Lynne
Bought by
Montgomery Jeffrey A and Montgomery Shawn D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,277,500
Interest Rate
6.5%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 23, 1998
Sold by
Copley Lynne A
Bought by
Copley Nigel

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$649,900
Interest Rate
6.99%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 9, 1998
Sold by
Hazan Ethel Elrod
Bought by
Copley Nigel

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$649,900
Interest Rate
6.99%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 15, 1997
Sold by
Hazan Ethel Elrod
Bought by
Hazan Ethel Elrod

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$649,900
Interest Rate
6.99%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 15, 1997
Sold by
Johns Suzanne A
Bought by
Hazan Ethel Elrod

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
6.37%
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

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Clavelitos Llc -- None Listed On Document
Carlin Don $7,200,000 Chicago Title Company
Hallberg Richard W -- None Available
Hallberg Richard W -- None Available
Hallberg Richard W -- None Available
Hallberg Richard W -- None Available
Hallberg Richard W -- Fidelity National Title Co
Stein Howard -- Equity Title Company
Montgomery Jeffrey A -- Equity Title Company
Copley Nigel -- Equity Title Company
Copley Nigel -- First American Title
Copley Nigel $885,000 First American Title
Hazan Ethel Elrod -- --
Hazan Ethel Elrod -- First American Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Hallberg Richard W $2,325,000
Previous Owner Montgomery Jeffrey A $1,277,500
Previous Owner Copley Nigel $649,900
Previous Owner Hazan Ethel Elrod $500,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/05/2021 03/05/21 Sold $7,200,000 +6.7% $2,020 / Sq Ft
02/26/2021 02/26/21 Pending -- -- --
02/21/2021 02/21/21 For Sale $6,750,000 -- $1,893 / 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 $80,402 $7,793,510 $3,788,512 $4,004,998
2023 $80,402 $7,490,880 $3,641,400 $3,849,480
2022 $77,541 $7,344,000 $3,570,000 $3,774,000
2021 $42,838 $3,992,063 $2,736,498 $1,255,565
2020 $42,422 $3,951,130 $2,708,439 $1,242,691
2019 $41,510 $3,873,658 $2,655,333 $1,218,325
2018 $40,725 $3,797,705 $2,603,268 $1,194,437
2017 $39,959 $3,723,241 $2,552,224 $1,171,017
2016 $38,746 $3,650,237 $2,502,181 $1,148,056
2015 $38,061 $3,595,408 $2,464,596 $1,130,812
2014 -- $3,524,979 $2,416,318 $1,108,661
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Robert Lamborn

    Village Properties

    (805) 689-6800

    2 in this area

    9 Total Sales

    Robert Lamborn
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    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Scott Williams

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

  • S

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Susannah Lewis-O'dea

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 21-653

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 009-130-001

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93108

280 Middle Rd, Santa Barbara, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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