NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3233 Serena Ave Carpinteria, CA 93013

Toro Canyon Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,239,000 - $3,379,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,996 Sq Ft
$1,412/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 18, 2022

Last sale price $2,100,000 $1,052 Per Sq Ft

Est. 34% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $16,838/month

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Parking available for a boat
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Updated Kitchen
  • River Front
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Midcentury Modern Architecture

About This Home

As of November 2022

This 3-Bed | 3-Bath Mid-Century ranch style home is a rare find on a quiet cul-de-sac in the coveted Serena Park neighborhood. The home offers beautiful mountain views & extensive renovations, incl. a newly added standing seam metal roof, polished concrete floors, a sunny 2nd story bonus room w/ private entrance, finished garage, & a detached laundry/office cabana. Enjoy an open-layout kitchen & dining room with numerous updates, a spacious primary suite w/ en-suite bathroom & office, a separate guest wing, & a creekside backyard oasis set amidst oak & sycamore trees, sandstone walls, & a custom water feature. Minutes from all that Montecito, Summerland, & Carpinteria have to offer, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Zia Group

eXp Realty of California, Inc. License #01710544 Listed on: 09/06/2022

Co-Listed By

Daniel Zia

eXp Realty of California, Inc. License #01710544

Last Buyer's Agent

Zia Group

Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara License #01710544

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $23,277

Year Built

  • Built in 1963

Lot Details

  • 0.33 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a stream
  • River Front
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Irrigation
  • Fruit Trees
  • Wooded Lot
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • Parking available for a boat
  • RV Access or Parking

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • 2-Story Property
  • Slab Foundation
  • Metal Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,996 Sq Ft Home
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Home Office
  • Game Room
  • Finished Attic
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Built-In Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Concrete

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Remodeled Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • 220 Volts In Laundry

Accessible Home Design

  • Stepless Entry

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Stream or River on Lot
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Shed

Location

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

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Sewer Stub Out
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Restaurant

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 005-502-010

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$23,277

Year Built

Built in 1963

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Directions: 101 South, exit Padaro. Turn left towards Via Real. Make a right on Via Real, Left on Sentar. Right on Serena. Property on the right side.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1963
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • Road Frontage Type: River/Stream
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: 220V Elect, Other, Laundry Room
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Cul-De-Sac, Near Public Transit
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Co List Office Mls Id: EXPRE02
  • Co List Office Phone: 805-364-9009
  • Subdivision Name: Other
  • Architectural Style: Mid-century Modern, Contemporary, Ranch
  • Reso Flooring: Wood, Concrete
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Entry Lvl(No Stairs), Single Story, Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1963
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.33
  • 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: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Construction Entry Lvl(No Stairs)2: Yes
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced ALL2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Drought Tolerant LND2: 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 Dining Area2: Yes
  • Laundry Laundry Room2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Bath2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Kitchen2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Range2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • WaterSewer Sewer Hookup: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • Property Information Main House SqFt: 1996.0
  • Construction Two Story2: Yes
  • View Wooded3: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Proximity Restaurants: Yes
  • Rooms Office3: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Area2: Yes
  • Property Information Apx Lot SqFt: 14374.0
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • Style:Contemporary2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Wooded4: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation PRT: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Deck3: Yes
  • Other Buildings Shed: Yes
  • LocationTopo RiverStream2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Detached: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Total # Uncovered Spaces: 2.0
  • Site Improvements Cable TV3: Yes
  • Style Mid-century Modern: Yes
  • LocationTopo Cul-De-Sac2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Wtr SoftenerOwned: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Wood2: Yes
  • View Other27: Yes
  • Amenities Finished Attic2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage RV: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Boat: Yes
  • Rooms Game Room3: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Unc #22: Yes
  • Appliances Included OvenRngeBlt-In2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Concrete2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage:Total _pound_ Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Laundry 220V Elect2: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Oven/Rnge/Blt-In, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Wtr Softener/Owned
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Metal
  • View: Other, Mountain(s), Setting, Wooded
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 0.33
  • Topography: Level
  • Waterfront Features: Stream
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio Open, Fruit Trees, Wooded, Yard Irrigation PRT, Fenced: ALL, Drought Tolerant LND
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • ConstructionSiding:Roof Metal: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Gar #2, Unc #2, RV, Boat, Detached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Carp Wtr
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Sidewalks

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 005-502-010
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 14374.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 6, 2022
Closed on
Nov 15, 2022
Sold by
3233 Holdings Trust
Bought by
Frank And Judith Pet Living Trust
Seller's Agent
Zia Group
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Zia Group
Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara
List Price
$2,095,000
Sold Price
$2,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.24%
Views
1
Current Estimated Value
$2,818,461

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$718,461
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.60%
Original Mortgage
$900,000
Outstanding Balance
$872,041
Interest Rate
6.94%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,946,420

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 22, 2021
Sold by
Barth Bradley and 3233 Holdings Trust
Bought by
Linde Scott David and 3233 Holdings Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 31, 2019
Sold by
Linde Scott David
Bought by
Linde Scott David and 3233 Holdings Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,032,000
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 30, 2018
Sold by
Linde Scott David
Bought by
Barth Bradley and 3233 Holdings Trust

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 29, 2017
Closed on
Sep 7, 2017
Sold by
Serena Avenue Llc
Bought by
Linde Scott David
Seller's Agent
Sheela Hunt
Village Properties
Buyer's Agent
Sheela Hunt
Village Properties
List Price
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$1,295,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.18%
Original Mortgage
$410,500
Interest Rate
3.78%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 29, 2015
Closed on
Mar 20, 2015
Sold by
Fox Jean Marie
Bought by
Serena Avenue Llc
Seller's Agent
Joanne Stoltz
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Sheela Hunt
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$1,089,000
Sold Price
$996,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$93,000
-8.54%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.31%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 24, 2005
Sold by
Fox Jean Marie
Bought by
Fox Jean Marie

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
1%
Mortgage Type
Negative Amortization

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 29, 2003
Sold by
Fox Jean Marie
Bought by
Fox Jean Marie

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 9, 2003
Sold by
Fox Jean Marie
Bought by
Fox Jean Marie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$421,123
Interest Rate
2.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 3, 1996
Sold by
Fox Jean Marie
Bought by
Fox Jean Marie
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
Frank And Judith Pet Living Trust $2,100,000 Chicago Title
Linde Scott David -- None Available
Linde Scott David -- Fidelity National Title Co
Linde Scott David -- Fidelity National Title Co
Barth Bradley -- None Available
Linde Scott David $1,295,000 First American Title Company
Serena Avenue Llc $996,000 First American Title Company
Fox Jean Marie -- First American Title Company
Fox Jean Marie -- First American Title Company
Fox Jean Marie -- --
Fox Jean Marie -- Multiple
Fox Jean Marie -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Frank And Judith Pet Living Trust $900,000
Previous Owner Linde Scott David $1,032,000
Previous Owner Linde Scott David $410,500
Previous Owner Linde Scott David $625,500
Previous Owner Fox Jean Marie $500,000
Previous Owner Fox Jean Marie $421,123
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/18/2022 11/18/22 Sold $2,100,000 +0.2% $1,052 / Sq Ft
09/16/2022 09/16/22 Pending -- -- --
09/06/2022 09/06/22 For Sale $2,095,000 +61.8% $1,050 / Sq Ft
10/13/2017 10/13/17 Sold $1,295,000 0.0% $759 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/31/2017 08/31/17 Pending -- -- --
08/01/2017 08/01/17 For Sale $1,295,000 +30.0% $759 / Sq Ft
05/01/2015 05/01/15 Sold $996,000 -8.5% $618 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/26/2015 02/26/15 Pending -- -- --
01/28/2015 01/28/15 For Sale $1,089,000 -- $676 / 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 $23,277 $2,184,840 $1,144,440 $1,040,400
2023 $23,277 $2,100,000 $1,100,000 $1,000,000
2022 $15,429 $1,388,500 $750,540 $637,960
2021 $15,081 $1,361,275 $735,824 $625,451
2020 $14,911 $1,347,318 $728,280 $619,038
2019 $14,605 $1,320,900 $714,000 $606,900
2018 $14,360 $1,295,000 $700,000 $595,000
2017 $11,577 $1,031,411 $673,110 $358,301
2016 $11,377 $1,011,188 $659,912 $351,276
2015 $1,567 $93,173 $33,661 $59,512
2014 -- $91,349 $33,002 $58,347
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Z

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Zia Group

    eXp Realty of California, Inc.

  • D

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022

    Daniel Zia

    eXp Realty of California, Inc.

    (805) 364-9009

    2 in this area

    36 Total Sales

    Daniel Zia
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  • L

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2022

    Lynda Elliott

    Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara

  • S

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Sheela Hunt

    Village Properties

    (805) 698-3767

    22 Total Sales

    Sheela Hunt
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  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Joanne Stoltz

    Coldwell Banker Realty

  • W

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015

    Wendy Foster

    Coldwell Banker Realty

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 22-3014

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 005-502-010

California Santa Barbara County Carpinteria 93013 Toro Canyon

3233 Serena Ave, Carpinteria, CA

This home is located at 3233 Serena Ave, Carpinteria, CA 93013 since 06 September 2022 and is currently estimated at $2,818,461, approximately $1,412 per square foot. This property was built in 1963. 3233 Serena Ave is a home located in Santa Barbara County with nearby schools including Carpinteria Senior High School, The Howard School, and Crane Country Day School.

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