$3,400,000
SOLD AUG 5, 2025
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,558 Sq Ft
0.42 Acres

Recently Sold

$1,329 Per Sq Ft

12% Below List Price

83 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Fruit Trees
  • San Marcos Senior High School Rated A-
  • Updated Kitchen
  • 5-minute walk to Arroyo Burro Beach

About This Home

As of August 2025

Perfectly located just half a block from Hendry's Beach, the renowned seaside Boathouse restaurant, and the scenic 70-acre Douglas Preserve, this gated and private 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom Spanish-style home is a quintessential Santa Barbara retreat. Set on an expansive .42-acre lot, the property features exceptional landscaping. Tucked behind mature hedging, the backyard unfolds as a lush sanctuary with native plants, fruit trees, winding garden paths, two outdoor dining areas, tranquil water features, a lotus pond, and a gentle creek along the border.

This home is in the Coastal Zone which allows short-term vacation rentals. Estimates are
1200 to 1800 dollars per night depending on the month. Vaulted ceilings create an airy welcome upon entry, leading to a spacious formal living room anchored by a prominent fireplace and mantle. The open kitchen overlooks the backyard and flows seamlessly into the adjoining family room. With abundant storage and prep space, plus direct access to the formal dining room, casual breakfast area, and French doors to the outdoors, the kitchen is ideal for both entertaining and everyday living. A dedicated office with garden views and direct access to the attached two-car garage adds flexibility and functionality.

Upstairs, the primary suite offers vaulted ceilings, a fireplace, custom built-in shelving, and a spacious ensuite bathroom. Two additional guest bedrooms are filled with natural light, offering ample storage and views of the garden or mountains.

With inviting interiors and exceptional outdoor spaces, this home is perfectly designed for both relaxation and entertaining. The best the area has to offer, this is a rare opportunity to own a serene coastal property in one of the city's most desirable neighborhoods.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Suding Murphy

Compass License #00678264 / 01233441 / 02017526 Listed on: 04/16/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Marsha Kotlyar Estate Group

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01426886

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

Lot Details

  • 0.42 Acre Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned Other, R-1

Parking

  • Direct Access Garage

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Woods
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Spanish Architecture
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,558 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Blinds
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Remodeled Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • 220 Volts In Laundry

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Patio
  • Shed

Location

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

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • 20 Mesa Subdivision
  • Restaurant

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 047-093-006
  • Seller Concessions Offered
  • Seller Will Consider Concessions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Directions: Highway 101 to Las Positas exit Head south to Cliff Drive -roundabout -take first right onto Cliff Drive. Take first right on Alan Rd and house is 1/2 block up on the right
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1980
  • ResoWindowFeatures: Blinds
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: 220V Elect, In Garage
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Near Public Transit
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Gate:Elec, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name: 20 - Mesa
  • Architectural Style: Spanish
  • 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: 1980
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.42
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Monroe
  • 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
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Interior Access: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Attached: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced ALL2: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Rooms Family Room4: Yes
  • Amenities Dual Pane Window2: 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 GateElec: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Blinds: Yes
  • Property Information Main House SqFt: 2558.0
  • Construction Two Story2: Yes
  • View Wooded3: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Proximity Restaurants: Yes
  • Rooms Office3: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Area2: Yes
  • Dining Formal2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Primary Bedroom: Yes
  • Property Information Apx Lot SqFt: 18295.0
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Carpet: Yes
  • Roof:Tile2: Yes
  • Other Buildings Shed: Yes
  • ViewOcean: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced BCK: Yes
  • Laundry In Garage2: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • Style Spanish2: Yes
  • Cooling Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Laundry 220V Elect2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) 23: Yes
  • Status Information Seller Concessions3: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom
  • Other Rooms:Sun Room2: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile
  • View: Mountain(s), Ocean, Setting, Wooded
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 0.42
  • Topography: Level
  • Exterior Features: Patio Open, Fruit Trees, Fenced: ALL, Fenced: BCK
  • Foundation Details: Mixed

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Gar #2, Interior Access, Attached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • 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: Monroe
  • High School: San Marcos
  • Middle Or Junior School: LaCumbre

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 047-093-006
  • Zoning: Other, R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 18295.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 16, 2025
Closed on
Jul 24, 2025
Sold by
Berger Roth Family Trust and Berger Elizabeth
Bought by
Crossman Daniel and Crossman Katherine
Seller's Agent
Suding Murphy
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Marsha Kotlyar Estate Group
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$3,850,000
Sold Price
$3,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$450,000
-11.69%
Views
67
Current Estimated Value
$3,386,458

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$13,542
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.83%
Original Mortgage
$2,932,500
Outstanding Balance
$2,927,495
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$458,963

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 2, 2024
Sold by
Berger Elizabeth and Roth Jeremy
Bought by
Berger Roth Family Trust and Berger

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 10, 2021
Closed on
Sep 9, 2021
Sold by
Crane Lisa
Bought by
Berger Elizabeth and Roth Jeremy
Seller's Agent
Dusty Baker
Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Sherry Lawson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
List Price
$2,899,000
Sold Price
$2,899,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.67%
Original Mortgage
$2,174,250
Interest Rate
2.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 12, 2020
Closed on
Apr 16, 2020
Sold by
Tanner Richard and The Tanner Family Trust B
Bought by
Crane Lisa
Seller's Agent
Michael Calcagno
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Dustin Baker
Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,699,999
Sold Price
$1,630,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$69,999
-4.12%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
48.75%
Original Mortgage
$1,100,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 17, 2016
Sold by
Schmidt Jeffrey E and Schmidt Marlene E
Bought by
Tanner Richard and Tanner Family Trust B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 5, 2016
Sold by
Tanner Richard
Bought by
Schmidt Jeffrey E and Schmidt Marlene E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 25, 2012
Sold by
Schmidt Jeffrey and Schmidt Marlene
Bought by
Schmidt Jeffrey and Schmidt Marlene

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 4, 2011
Sold by
Tanner Richard and Schmidt Jeffrey
Bought by
Tanner Richard

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$286,000
Interest Rate
4.35%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 3, 2010
Sold by
Tanner Richard
Bought by
Tanner Richard

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 27, 2007
Sold by
Tanner Richard B
Bought by
Tanner Richard B

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 17, 2002
Sold by
Tanner Richard B and Tanner Shirley A
Bought by
Tanner Richard B and Tanner Shirley A
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $3,400,000 Chicago Title Company
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Grant Deed $2,899,000 First American Title
Grant Deed $1,630,000 Chicago Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Wfg National Title Ins Co
Quit Claim Deed -- Wfg National Title Ins Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Wfg National Title Ins Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Accommodation
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $2,932,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $2,174,250 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,100,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $275,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $275,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $286,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/05/2025 08/05/25 Sold $3,400,000 -8.0% $1,329 / Sq Ft
07/08/2025 07/08/25 Pending -- -- --
05/16/2025 05/16/25 Price Changed $3,695,000 -4.0% $1,444 / Sq Ft
04/16/2025 04/16/25 For Sale $3,850,000 +32.8% $1,505 / Sq Ft
10/05/2021 10/05/21 Sold $2,899,000 0.0% $1,133 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/01/2021 09/01/21 Pending -- -- --
08/09/2021 08/09/21 For Sale $2,899,000 +77.9% $1,133 / Sq Ft
04/24/2020 04/24/20 Sold $1,630,000 -4.1% $637 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/02/2020 03/02/20 Pending -- -- --
02/12/2020 02/12/20 For Sale $1,699,999 -- $665 / Sq Ft
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

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 $31,920 $3,076,440 $1,273,449 $1,802,991
2023 $31,920 $2,956,980 $1,224,000 $1,732,980
2022 $30,805 $2,899,000 $1,200,000 $1,699,000
2021 $17,384 $1,646,886 $808,288 $838,598
2020 $4,694 $447,067 $142,066 $305,001
2019 $4,611 $438,302 $139,281 $299,021
2018 $4,544 $429,708 $136,550 $293,158
2017 $4,392 $421,283 $133,873 $287,410
2016 $4,355 $413,024 $131,249 $281,775
2014 $4,236 $398,853 $126,746 $272,107
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 25-1505

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 047-093-006