$7,250,000
SOLD MAR 31, 2025

4628 Via Huerto Santa Barbara, CA 93110

Hope Ranch Neighborhood
4 Beds
7 Baths
5,515 Sq Ft
2.6 Acres

Recently Sold

$1,315 Per Sq Ft

15% Below List Price

183 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Guest House
  • 2.6 Acre Lot
  • Vieja Valley Elementary School Rated A
  • Estate
  • Fruit Trees

About This Home

As of March 2025

Sunset Hill, where a magical setting surrounds this Spanish estate and guest house, and each enjoys ocean, island and sunset views. Beyond the gated entry, a winding driveway traverses gently sloping areas ideal for pool, tennis, horses or play area. The spacious main residence offers a versatile floor plan and flows to numerous patios and balconies ideal for indoor outdoor living. The roomy kitchen, with inviting fireplace, inspires gathering, while there are both formal and informal entertaining areas, a dedicated office, and three private ensuite bedrooms. With renowned Hope Ranch amenities: a privately accessed beach, riding and walking trails, tennis and security close to schools, La Cumbre CC, dining and shopping, Sunset Hill is a perfect place to call home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kathleen Marvin

Sotheby's International Realty License #01276356 Listed on: 08/29/2024

Co-Listed By

Linda Lorenzen

Sotheby's International Realty License #00583737

Last Buyer's Agent

Wendy Carpenter

Sotheby's International Realty License #01914255

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $29,928

Year Built

  • Built in 1989

Lot Details

  • 2.6 Acre Lot
  • Gated Home
  • Irrigation
  • Fruit Trees
  • Property is in good condition
  • Property is zoned E-1

HOA Fees

Parking

  • Direct Access Garage

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Island

Home Design

  • Estate
  • Spanish Architecture
  • Tri-Level Property
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 5,515 Sq Ft Home
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Laundry Room

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Septic System

Additional Features

  • Covered patio or porch
  • Guest House

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 063-053-007
  • Seller Concessions Offered
  • Seller Will Consider Concessions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include comm area maint
  • $600 HOA Transfer Fee
  • Hope Ranch Hoa Community
  • 25 Hope Ranch Subdivision

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts

Security

  • Security Service

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$29,928

Year Built

Built in 1989

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$518 per month

Listing Details

  • Association Fee: 2870.61/annual
  • Association Transfer Fee: $600 +$150
  • Directions: Las Palmas Drive to Via Bendita. Turn towards the ocean, take a right on Via Huerto and continue to 4628 on your right
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1989
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Laundry Room
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Gate:Elec, Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Reso Association Amenities: Other, Tennis Court(s), Security
  • Reso Association Fee Includes: Comm Area Maint
  • Co List Office Mls Id: SIR14
  • Co List Office Phone: 805-969-4755
  • Subdivision Name: 25 - Hope Ranch
  • Architectural Style: Spanish, Estate
  • Reso Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Tri-Level, Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Good
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1989
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 2.6
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Vieja Valley
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: LaColina
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: San Marcos
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • 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
  • Rooms Family Room4: Yes
  • Laundry Laundry Room2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security Security System: Yes
  • Security GateElec: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • Property Information Main House SqFt: 5515.0
  • Style Estate2: Yes
  • Construction Two Story2: Yes
  • Rooms Office3: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Area2: Yes
  • Dining Formal2: Yes
  • Amenities Guest House2: Yes
  • Condition Good2: Yes
  • WaterSewer Septic In: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Carpet: Yes
  • Location Info Development Name: Hope Ranch HOA
  • Roof:Tile2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation PRT: Yes
  • ViewOcean: Yes
  • View Islands: Yes
  • Style Spanish2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Covered2: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Security: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Tennis Court(s)2: Yes
  • Construction Tri-Level2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) 24: Yes
  • Status Information Seller Concessions3: Yes
  • CondoCO-OPPUD Association Fee2: 3353.04
  • CondoCO-OPPUD Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Other

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile
  • View: Islands, Ocean
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 2.6
  • Exterior Features: Patio Open, Patio Covered, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation PRT, Fenced: ALL
  • Foundation Details: Mixed

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 2870.0
  • 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 #: 063-053-007
  • Zoning: E-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 113256.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 29, 2024
Closed on
Mar 19, 2025
Sold by
Riemer Trust and Riemer Abookire Elsa
Bought by
Wendorf Kirk and North-Wendorf Margaret
Seller's Agent
Kathleen Marvin
Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Wendy Carpenter
Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$8,495,000
Sold Price
$7,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,245,000
-14.66%
Total Days on Market
183
Views
141
Current Estimated Value
$7,233,803

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$16,197
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.66%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 21, 1997
Sold by
Riemer George D and Riemer Marlene S
Bought by
Riemer George D and Riemer Marlene S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 19, 1996
Sold by
Wassanaar Johan A and Wassanaar Anne D
Bought by
Riemer George D and Riemer Marlene S

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
5.25%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $7,250,000 Chicago Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed -- Chicago Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $1,000,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/31/2025 03/31/25 Sold $7,250,000 -6.5% $1,315 / Sq Ft
02/28/2025 02/28/25 Pending -- -- --
09/27/2024 09/27/24 Price Changed $7,750,000 -8.8% $1,405 / Sq Ft
08/29/2024 08/29/24 For Sale $8,495,000 -- $1,540 / 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 $29,928 $2,850,227 $1,221,524 $1,628,703
2023 $29,928 $2,739,551 $1,174,092 $1,565,459
2022 $28,873 $2,685,835 $1,151,071 $1,534,764
2021 $27,831 $2,633,172 $1,128,501 $1,504,671
2020 $27,535 $2,606,173 $1,116,930 $1,489,243
2019 $26,716 $2,555,073 $1,095,030 $1,460,043
2018 $26,192 $2,504,974 $1,073,559 $1,431,415
2017 $25,676 $2,455,858 $1,052,509 $1,403,349
2016 $25,019 $2,407,705 $1,031,872 $1,375,833
2015 $24,754 $2,371,540 $1,016,373 $1,355,167
2014 -- $2,325,086 $996,464 $1,328,622
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • K

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Kathleen Marvin

    Sotheby's International Realty

  • L

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Linda Lorenzen

    Sotheby's International Realty

  • W

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Wendy Carpenter

    Sotheby's International Realty

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 24-2860

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 063-053-007

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93110 Hope Ranch

4628 Via Huerto, Santa Barbara, CA

This home is located at 4628 Via Huerto, Santa Barbara, CA 93110 and is currently priced at $7,250,000, approximately $1,314 per square foot. This property was built in 1989. 4628 Via Huerto is a home located in Santa Barbara County with nearby schools including Vieja Valley Elementary School, La Colina Junior High School, and San Marcos Senior High School.

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