NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3182 Serena Ave Carpinteria, CA 93013

Toro Canyon Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,639,653 - $3,106,000

5 Beds
4 Baths
1,837 Sq Ft
$1,607/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: January 29, 2025

Last sale price $3,475,000 $1,892 Per Sq Ft

Est. 15% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $17,417 / mo

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Deck
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Fruit Trees
  • Property is near park, public transit, shops, and bus stop

About This Home

As of January 2025

Embrace the charm of Old California ranch-style living with this rare offering tucked off Toro Canyon. Set on 1 acre, this 3bd, 2bth home with a separate 2bd, 2bth ADU combines serenity and convenience just minutes from Carpinteria and Summerland. Brimming with charm, the open living and dining area showcases pitched ceilings, built-ins, a fireplace, and abundant natural light. Further enhancing the home's appeal is a cozy breakfast nook in the kitchen, dedicated laundry and office spaces, and a primary suite with en suite and French doors. The 800+/-sq-ft ADU, with a detached two-car garage and private yard, provides a retreat for visitors or extended family. With mountain views, fruit trees, and space to relax, entertain, or garden, this tranquil hideaway is a true gem.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ashley McGowan

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #00893030 / 02041055 Listed on: 01/09/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Sophia Taylor

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #02156425

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1949

Lot Details

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Wooded Lot
  • Lawn
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 4 Car Garage

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Cottage
  • Raised Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,837 Sq Ft Home
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Open Floorplan
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Built-In Gas Oven
  • Built-In Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Stone
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 4 Full Bathrooms
  • Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Shed

Additional Homes

  • Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
  • Number of ADU Units: 1
  • ADU includes 1 Bedroom and 1 Bathroom

Location

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

Schools

  • Aliso Elementary School
  • Carp. Jr. Middle School
  • Carp. Sr. High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Sewer Stub Out

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 005-340-003
  • Seller Concessions Offered
  • Seller Will Consider Concessions

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 2 Units

Amenities

  • Restaurant

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1949

Lot Details

1 Acres

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Directions: Hwy 101 exit Padaro Lane. Make a right on Via Real. Turn left at Toro Canyon Rd. Go up one block and turn right on Serena Ave. Property will be on your left.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Laundry Room
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Near Public Transit
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Architectural Style: Cal Cottage, Ranch
  • Reso Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Stone, Tile
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Other Structures: Shed(s), Second Residence
  • Reso Property Condition: Good
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1949
  • Property Information Total #Units: 2
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 1.0
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Aliso
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: Carp. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: Carp. Sr.
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: Yes
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Style Cal Cottage: Yes
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Exterior Wood Siding: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Attached: 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
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Laundry Laundry Room2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Bath2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • WaterSewer Sewer Hookup: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • Property Information Main House SqFt: 1837.0
  • Property Information ADU Count: 1
  • View Wooded3: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Proximity Restaurants: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Area2: Yes
  • Dining Formal2: Yes
  • Dining In Kitchen4: Yes
  • Appliances Included Built-In Gas Range: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Stone2: Yes
  • Condition Good2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Wooded4: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced PRT: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Carpet: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Deck3: Yes
  • Other Buildings Shed: Yes
  • Other Buildings Second Residence2: Yes
  • Amenities Second Residence: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Detached: Yes
  • Appliances Included Low Flow Fixtures2: Yes
  • Construction Materials AtticCrawl Hatchway(s) Insulated: Yes
  • ADU #1 Type2: ADU
  • ADU #1 Attached2: No
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Covered2: Yes
  • Foundation Raised: Yes
  • Dining In Living Room2: Yes
  • ADU #1 Beds: 2
  • ADU #1 Baths2: 2
  • Appliances Included Vented Exhaust Fan: Yes
  • ParkingGarage:Total _pound_ Garage Spaces: 4.0
  • Status Information Seller Concessions3: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Built-In Gas Range, Built-In Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Low Flow Fixtures
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Appliances Included:Built-In Gas Oven: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountain(s), Setting, Wooded
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Acres: 1.0
  • Topography: Level
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio Open, Patio Covered, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Wooded, Fenced: PRT
  • Foundation Details: Raised

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 4.0
  • Parking Features: Gar #2, Attached, Detached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Association/Amenities

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: Aliso
  • High School: Carp. Sr.
  • Middle Or Junior School: Carp. Jr.

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 005-340-003
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 43560.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 9, 2025
Closed on
Jan 29, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Ashley McGowan
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Sophia Taylor
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$3,100,000
Sold Price
$3,475,000
Premium/Discount to List
$375,000
12.1%
Views
13
Current Estimated Value
$2,952,913

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$522,087
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-10.90%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 18, 2022
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 10, 2005
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
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
4.85%
Mortgage Type
Negative Amortization

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 4, 2002
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
$650,000
Interest Rate
6.5%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 11, 2001
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
$752,000
Interest Rate
7.66%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 20, 2000
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
$752,000
Interest Rate
7.66%
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
$3,475,000 First American Title
-- None Listed On Document
-- First American Title Company
-- Fidelity National Title Co
-- American Title Co
$940,000 American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $1,000,000
Previous Owner $650,000
Previous Owner $752,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/29/2025 01/29/25 Sold $3,475,000 +12.1% $1,892 / Sq Ft
01/13/2025 01/13/25 Pending -- -- --
01/09/2025 01/09/25 For Sale $3,100,000 -- $1,688 / 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
2025 $17,601 $1,510,965 $753,415 $757,550
2023 $17,241 $1,452,295 $724,160 $728,135
2022 $16,693 $1,423,819 $709,961 $713,858
2021 $16,330 $1,395,902 $696,041 $699,861
2020 $16,128 $1,381,589 $688,904 $692,685
2019 $15,565 $1,354,500 $675,397 $679,103
2018 $15,320 $1,327,942 $662,154 $665,788
2017 $15,026 $1,301,905 $649,171 $652,734
2016 $14,765 $1,276,379 $636,443 $639,936
2014 $13,759 $1,232,582 $614,605 $617,977
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Ashley McGowan

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    (805) 637-8661

    1 in this area

    11 Total Sales

    Ashley McGowan
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    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Sophia Taylor

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    (805) 947-5979

    1 in this area

    7 Total Sales

    Sophia Taylor
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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 25-98

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 005-340-003

California Santa Barbara County Carpinteria 93013 Toro Canyon

3182 Serena Ave, Carpinteria, CA

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