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Seller's Agent in 2025
Suding Murphy
Compass
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
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01426886
| 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 | -- | -- |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
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Seller's Agent in 2025
Suding Murphy
Compass
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
Marsha Kotlyar Estate Group
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(805) 565-4014
2 in this area
163 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2021
Dusty Baker
Sotheby's International Realty
(805) 570-0102
2 in this area
123 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2021
Sherry Lawson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
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Seller's Agent in 2020
Michael Calcagno
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(805) 896-0876
301 Total Sales
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Dustin Baker
Sotheby's International Realty
(805) 220-4210
2 in this area
38 Total Sales
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service
MLS Number: 25-1505
APN: 047-093-006