NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2926 Serena Rd Santa Barbara, CA 93105

Samarkand Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,327,000 - $2,556,820

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,665 Sq Ft
$1,456/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 21, 2020

Last sale price $1,465,000 $880 Per Sq Ft

Est. 65% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $14,545 / mo

54 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Mountain View
  • San Marcos Senior High School Rated A-
  • Fruit Trees
  • Deck

About This Home

As of May 2020

Entertainer''s Delight! Striking one level Samarkand Contemporary with stunning mountain views, yet a walk score of 86! An indoor/outdoor Santa Barbara jewel with 8 year new construction, (see prior listing mls #12-3433 document tab re
incredible features, floor plan, elevations, site plan) Note, now a significantly expanded view entertainment deck and a private finished ''garage'' also featuring glorious mountain views, skylights, cathedral ceiling, French doors, and even its own vegetable garden! Consider various easy living options here including an ADU. This jewel, located in the heat of Samarkand, beckons those seeking a true Santa Barbara lifestyle.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mimi Greenberg

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01196887 Listed on: 03/14/2020

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Kimberly Rockwell

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1946

Lot Details

  • 7,840 Sq Ft Lot
  • Dog Run
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Irrigation
  • Fruit Trees
  • Lawn
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • 3 Open Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Raised Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,665 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Mountain Views
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Stone

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Deck
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

Location

  • Ground Level Unit
  • Property is near park, public transit, schools, shops, and bus stop
  • Property near a hospital
  • City Lot

Schools

  • Adams Elementary School
  • Lacumbre Middle School
  • San Marcos High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Sewer Stub Out
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Stepless Entry
  • Energy-Efficient Insulation

Community Details

  • 20 Samarkand Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Other
  • Assessor Parcel Number 051-202-017

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1946

Lot Details

7,840 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Directions: 101 to Las Positas North, right on State, right on De la Vina, right on Arden, right on Serena
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1946
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Laundry Room
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Near Public Transit
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name: 20 - Samarkand
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Reso Flooring: Wood, Stone
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Entry Lvl(No Stairs), Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1946
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.18
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Adams
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: LaCumbre
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: San Marcos
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: Yes
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Construction Entry Lvl(No Stairs)2: Yes
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Exterior Wood Siding: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Lawn2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Bedroom2: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Primary: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Bar2: 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 Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Stove3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Microwave3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • WaterSewer Sewer Hookup: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Dining Formal2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Stone2: Yes
  • Property Information Apx Lot SqFt: 7840.0
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • Style:Contemporary2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced PRT: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation PRT: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Deck3: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Dog Run2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Detached: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced BCK: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Total # Uncovered Spaces: 3.0
  • Site Improvements Cable TV3: Yes
  • Amenities Grnd Unit: Yes
  • Amenities High R-Value Insul: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Wood2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Hospital2: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • Foundation Raised: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Unc #33: Yes
  • Rooms Patio Enclosed2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage:Total _pound_ Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Stove, Microwave, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: LR
  • Total Bedrooms: 7
  • Appliances Included:Tankless Water Heater: Yes
  • Bedrooms Basement: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountain(s), Setting
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding, Stucco
  • Acres: 0.18
  • Topography: Level
  • Exclusions: Other
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio Open, Dog Run, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation PRT, Fenced: BCK, Fenced: PRT
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 3.0
  • Parking Features: Gar #2, Unc #3, Detached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Sidewalks

Association/Amenities

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: Adams
  • High School: San Marcos
  • Middle Or Junior School: LaCumbre

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 051-202-017
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7840.0

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 14, 2020
Closed on
May 18, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Mimi Greenberg
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Kimberly Rockwell
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$1,579,000
Sold Price
$1,465,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$114,000
-7.22%
Current Estimated Value
$2,423,955

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$958,955
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.55%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 14, 2014
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 5, 2012
Closed on
Jan 25, 2013
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Randy Glick
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Michael Humphrey
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$1,200,000
Sold Price
$1,140,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$60,000
-5%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.77%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 15, 2011
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
0.0375%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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
$1,465,000 Chicago Title Company
-- First American Title
$1,140,000 First American Title Company
$630,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $417,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/21/2020 05/21/20 Sold $1,465,000 -7.2% $880 / Sq Ft
05/07/2020 05/07/20 Pending -- -- --
03/14/2020 03/14/20 For Sale $1,579,000 +38.5% $948 / Sq Ft
01/31/2013 01/31/13 Sold $1,140,000 0.0% $675 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/31/2013 01/31/13 Sold $1,140,000 -5.0% $675 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/04/2013 01/04/13 Pending -- -- --
01/04/2013 01/04/13 Pending -- -- --
11/05/2012 11/05/12 For Sale $1,200,000 0.0% $710 / Sq Ft
11/05/2012 11/05/12 For Sale $1,200,000 -- $710 / Sq Ft
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

Tax History

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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
2026 $17,432 $1,689,434 $814,327 $875,107
2025 $17,132 $1,656,309 $798,360 $857,949
2023 $17,132 $1,591,994 $767,359 $824,635
2022 $16,530 $1,560,779 $752,313 $808,466
2021 $16,149 $1,530,176 $737,562 $792,614
2020 $13,615 $1,283,614 $641,807 $641,807
2019 $13,377 $1,258,446 $629,223 $629,223
2018 $13,188 $1,233,772 $616,886 $616,886
2017 $12,753 $1,209,582 $604,791 $604,791
2016 $12,471 $1,185,866 $592,933 $592,933
2014 $12,133 $1,145,174 $572,587 $572,587
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • M

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Mimi Greenberg

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    (805) 570-9585

    9 Total Sales

    Mimi Greenberg
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  • K

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Kimberly Rockwell

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

  • Z

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Zia Group

    Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara

  • R

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Randy Glick

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    (805) 689-7167

    3 in this area

    83 Total Sales

    Randy Glick
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  • M

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Michael Humphrey

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

  • S

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2013

    Staci Caplan

    RE/MAX Santa Barbara

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 20-977

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 051-202-017

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93105 Samarkand

2926 Serena Rd, Santa Barbara, CA

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