NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2855 Vista Elevada Santa Barbara, CA 93105

Mission Canyon Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,970,000 - $2,146,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,919 Sq Ft
$1,055/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 01, 2023

Last sale price $1,680,000 $875 Per Sq Ft

Est. 20% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $12,146/month

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fruit Trees
  • Mountain View
  • Lawn
  • Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
  • Hilly Lot
  • Den

About This Home

As of June 2023

This idyllic retreat is perched near the top of Mission Canyon Heights & features breathtaking, kaleidoscope views of the mountains, wildlife, sunrises & sunsets. Enveloped in a setting of unsurpassed peace, tranquility, and nature. Main living quarters above and large office or bonus room with small sink & refrigerator, cabinetry & counter tops below with its own entrance. Cul-de-sac street has little to no traffic.
Expansive living room is flooded with natural sunlight throughout the day, & enjoys vaulted ceilings, fireplace & scenic mountain vistas. The living room and dining area both have sliding glass doors opening onto decks that seamlessly link indoors & outdoors & define the casual, yet sophisticated lifestyle Santa Barbara is known for.
The grounds are resplendent with hand-built rock walls, steps to terrace seating, pergola, peach, apple, avocado, fig and Meyer lemon trees.
Secured workshop adjacent to carport, abundant storage in and around the home. Conveniently situated close to the Santa Barbara Mission, downtown attractions & amenities, as well as the El Encanto Hotel.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Karen Musser

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01266118 Listed on: 05/06/2023

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Hitchcock & Associates

Compass License #01932289

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1965

Lot Details

  • 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
  • Hilly Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Lawn

Parking

  • Carport

Interior Spaces

  • 1,919 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Plantation Shutters
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Den
  • Carpet
  • Mountain Views
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Laundry in Garage

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Water Softener is Owned

Community Details

  • 15 Mission Canyon Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Other
  • Assessor Parcel Number 023-091-025

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1965

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1965
  • ResoWindowFeatures: Plantation Shutters
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: In Garage
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name: 15 - Mission Canyon
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Reso Flooring: Carpet
  • Unit Levels: Two, Outside Stairs
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1965
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.2
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Other
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: Other
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: Other
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Hilly2: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • GroundsLandscaping Lawn2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Stove3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Microwave3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • Construction Two Story2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Carpet: Yes
  • Laundry In Garage2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Wtr SoftenerOwned: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • Rooms:Den: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Plantation Shutters: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Cpt #22: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Gas Stove, Microwave, Wtr Softener/Owned
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: LR

Exterior Features

  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Acres: 0.2
  • Topography: Hilly
  • Exclusions: Other
  • Exterior Features: Lawn, Fruit Trees

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: Other
  • High School: Other
  • Middle Or Junior School: Other

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 023-091-025
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8712.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 6, 2023
Closed on
May 11, 2023
Sold by
Sever Trust
Bought by
Butler Benjamin Earl and Butler Madisson Gracee
Seller's Agent
Karen Musser
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Hitchcock & Associates
Compass
List Price
$1,650,000
Sold Price
$1,680,000
Premium/Discount to List
$30,000
1.82%
Views
16
Current Estimated Value
$2,024,323

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$344,323
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.46%
Original Mortgage
$1,344,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,298,186
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$726,137
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
Butler Benjamin Earl $1,680,000 First American Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Butler Benjamin Earl $1,344,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/01/2023 06/01/23 Sold $1,680,000 +1.8% $875 / Sq Ft
05/08/2023 05/08/23 Pending -- -- --
04/22/2023 04/22/23 For Sale $1,650,000 -- $860 / 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 $18,473 $1,747,872 $915,552 $832,320
2023 $18,473 $136,583 $52,680 $83,903
2022 $1,707 $133,906 $51,648 $82,258
2021 $1,672 $131,282 $50,636 $80,646
2020 $1,657 $129,937 $50,117 $79,820
2019 $1,627 $127,390 $49,135 $78,255
2018 $1,602 $124,893 $48,172 $76,721
2017 $1,540 $122,445 $47,228 $75,217
2016 $1,570 $120,045 $46,302 $73,743
2014 $2,080 $115,928 $44,714 $71,214
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Karen Musser

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Karen Musser

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    (805) 895-3958

    2 in this area

    67 Total Sales

    Karen Musser
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    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Hitchcock & Associates

    Compass

    (805) 351-2101

    10 in this area

    220 Total Sales

    Hitchcock & Associates
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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 23-1071

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 023-091-025

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93105 Mission Canyon

2855 Vista Elevada, Santa Barbara, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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