NOT LISTED FOR SALE

4172 Cresta Ave Santa Barbara, CA 93110

Hope Ranch Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $7,458,000 - $8,881,000

4 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,792 Sq Ft
$1,660/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 30, 2014

Last sale price $5,325,000 $1,111 Per Sq Ft

Est. 49% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $47,311/month

158 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Guest House
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Vieja Valley Elementary School Rated A
  • Spa
  • Updated Kitchen

About This Home

As of January 2014

Set on 2+/- private acres in Hope Ranch, majestic palms, oaks and lush gardens surround this pristine, ocean-view estate. With bright, chic interiors, the stunning residence boasts a desirable open floor plan with endless entertaining spaces. Abundant amenities include a private guest wing, lavish master suite, pool, spa, koi pond w/ waterfall, pool cabana/guest studio and sprawling lawns.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robert Riskin

Village Properties License #01815307 / 01447045 / 01954177 / 01951069 Listed on: 08/01/2013

Last Buyer's Agent

Dore & O'Neill

Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1974

Lot Details

  • 1.88 Acre Lot
  • Gated Home
  • Level Lot
  • Irrigation
  • Fruit Trees
  • Lawn
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned EX-1

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Shake Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 4,792 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Monitored

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Double Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Trash Compactor
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Maid or Guest Quarters

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Uncovered Parking

Pool

  • Spa
  • Outdoor Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Patio
  • Shed
  • Built-In Barbecue

Additional Homes

  • Guest House

Schools

  • Vieja Valley Elementary School
  • Lacolina Middle School
  • San Marcos High School

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Septic System

Community Details

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • 25 Hope Ranch Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 063-141-025

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1974

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Directions: From Marina Drive, turn onto Estrella Drive and make a left onto Cresta Ave.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1974
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Laundry Room
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Monitored, Gate:Elec, Security System
  • Reso Association Amenities: Other
  • Reso Association Fee Includes: Other
  • Subdivision Name: 25 - Hope Ranch
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Reso Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1974
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 1.88
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Vieja Valley
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: LaColina
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: San Marcos
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Unc #4: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Pool: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation TO: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Lawn2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced ALL2: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Rooms Family Room4: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Bedroom2: Yes
  • Laundry Laundry Room2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Bath2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Kitchen2: Yes
  • Amenities Skylight2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Disposal3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Range2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Microwave3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security Security System: Yes
  • Security GateElec: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • Construction Two Story2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #33: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Built-in BBQ: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Area2: Yes
  • Dining Formal2: Yes
  • Amenities Guest House2: Yes
  • Amenities Guest Quarters2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s):_two_4: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Family Room3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Gas8: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Primary Bedroom: Yes
  • WaterSewer Septic In: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Carpet: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Spa - Outside: Yes
  • Other Buildings Shed: Yes
  • ViewOcean: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Detached: Yes
  • Security Monitored2: Yes
  • Roof Shake: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Trash Compactor, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Primary Bedroom, Family Room, Other, 2+, Gas, LR
  • Total Bedrooms: 9
  • Appliances Included:Double Oven2: Yes
  • Other Rooms:Sun Room2: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Trash Compactor2: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shake
  • View: Mountain(s), Ocean, Setting
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 1.88
  • Topography: Level
  • Exterior Features: Pool, Patio Open, SPA-Outside, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation T/O, Fenced: ALL
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Gar #3, Unc #4, Detached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Other
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: La Cumb Wtr
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: Vieja Valley
  • High School: San Marcos
  • Middle Or Junior School: LaColina

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 063-141-025
  • Zoning: EX-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 81892.8
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 27, 2018
Sold by
Bowlus Jarold J and Bowlus Alison A
Bought by
Bowlus Jarold Jan and Bowlus Alison A
Current Estimated Value
$7,957,015

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 1, 2013
Closed on
Feb 20, 2014
Sold by
Bowfus Alison Ann
Bought by
Bowlus Jarold J
Seller's Agent
Robert Riskin
Village Properties
Buyer's Agent
Dore & O'Neill
Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$5,950,000
Sold Price
$5,325,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$625,000
-10.5%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.42%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 1, 2013
Closed on
Jan 7, 2014
Sold by
Hopkinson Judith L
Bought by
Bowlus Jarold J
Seller's Agent
Robert Riskin
Village Properties
Buyer's Agent
Dore & O'Neill
Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$5,950,000
Sold Price
$5,325,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$625,000
-10.5%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 19, 2003
Sold by
Hopkinson Judith L
Bought by
Hopkinson Judith L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 8, 1997
Sold by
Levy William J and Levy Laura
Bought by
Hopkinson Judith L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,330,000
Interest Rate
7.58%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 9, 1995
Sold by
Levy Melody Ann
Bought by
Levy William J
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

--
Value Increase
--
Percent Increase
--
Adjusted for Inflation
Collateral Analytics

Collateral Analytics Collateral Analytics AVMs (Automated Valuation Model) employ a number of statistical approaches combined with neighborhood-specific comparable selection guarantees the most up-to-date and precise valuations.

Not Available

Collateral Analytics does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

ICE

ICE Mortgage Technology ICE Mortgage Technology’s AVM (Automated Valuation Model) is a state-of-the-art online residential property valuation tool that provides a quick and accurate estimate of the value of almost any home in the U.S.

Not Available

ICE Mortgage Technology does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

First American

First American First American Data & Analytics’ next-generation AVM combines unrivaled data assets with a blended ensemble of valuation models to produce highly accurate, reliable valuations you can trust.

Not Available

First American does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

Quantarium

Quantarium Quantarium’s valuation service, repeatedly proven the industry’s most accurate and comprehensive, is supercharged with a self-learning and auto-tuning AI engine that continually becomes smarter and more accurate as it processes daily inputs from the industry’s leading RE data lake.

Not Available

Quantarium does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

Average Value
Not Available
List Price
Sold Price
Create a Home Valuation Report for This Property
The Home Valuation Report is an in-depth analysis detailing your home's value as well as a comparison with similar homes in the area

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
Bowlus Jarold Jan -- None Available
Bowlus Jarold J -- None Available
Bowlus Jarold J -- None Available
Bowlus Jarold J $5,325,000 Chicago Title Company
Hopkinson Judith L -- --
Hopkinson Judith L -- Chicago Title Co
Levy William J -- Stewart Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Hopkinson Judith L $1,330,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/30/2014 01/30/14 Sold $5,325,000 -10.5% $1,111 / Sq Ft
01/06/2014 01/06/14 Pending -- -- --
08/01/2013 08/01/13 For Sale $5,950,000 -- $1,242 / 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 $68,448 $6,527,713 $3,432,412 $3,095,301
2023 $68,448 $6,274,235 $3,299,128 $2,975,107
2022 $66,039 $6,151,212 $3,234,440 $2,916,772
2021 $63,656 $6,030,601 $3,171,020 $2,859,581
2020 $62,980 $5,968,766 $3,138,506 $2,830,260
2019 $61,105 $5,851,732 $3,076,967 $2,774,765
2018 $59,906 $5,736,993 $3,016,635 $2,720,358
2017 $58,830 $5,624,504 $2,957,486 $2,667,018
2016 $57,283 $5,514,221 $2,899,497 $2,614,724
2015 $56,737 $5,431,393 $2,855,944 $2,575,449
2014 -- $3,043,188 $1,172,314 $1,870,874
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Robert Riskin

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Robert Riskin

    Village Properties

    (805) 698-0199

    10 in this area

    210 Total Sales

    Robert Riskin
    Section Image

  • D

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Dore & O'Neill

    Sotheby's International Realty

  • D

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Dore & O'Neill 456

    Sotheby's International Realty

  • D

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Dore & O'Neill

    Village Properties

See All Agents

Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 13-2488

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 063-141-025

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93110 Hope Ranch

4172 Cresta Ave, Santa Barbara, CA

Not Listed for Sale

Detached

Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service This information is being provided for your personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties that you may be interested in purchasing. Data relating to real estate for sale on this Website comes from the Internet Data Exchange Program of the Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service. All information is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither the Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service nor the listing broker(s) shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, or misprints.
Copyright 2025 Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service. All rights reserved.

Nearby Homes