NOT LISTED FOR SALE

491 Live Oaks Rd Santa Barbara, CA 93108

Estimated Value: $6,296,000 - $8,373,000

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
2,915 Sq Ft
$2,506/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 21, 2014

Last sale price $2,675,000 $918 Per Sq Ft

Est. 173% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $41,738/month

417 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Pool House
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Fruit Trees
  • Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
  • Reverse Osmosis System
  • Mountain View

About This Home

As of November 2014

This tropical oasis is a hidden gem on a private lane in the heart of Montecito. With 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathroom the home features an open and spacious floor plan. Lush, private gardens surround a beautiful pool, spa, fountains, BBQ cooking center, koi pond and entertainment area. Gated entry to 3-car garage, seperate cabana and room for a tennis court.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Barbara Koutnik

Coldwell Banker Realty Listed on: 12/09/2013

Last Buyer's Agent

Josiah Hamilton

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01415235

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $36,054

Year Built

  • Built in 1974

Lot Details

  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Gated Home
  • Level Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Lawn
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Library
  • Loft
  • Game Room
  • Mountain Views

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Double Oven
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Trash Compactor
  • Reverse Osmosis System

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Marble
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Remodeled Bathroom

Laundry

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

Home Security

  • Monitored
  • Intercom
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Accessible Home Design

  • Stepless Entry

Pool

  • Pool House
  • Outdoor Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Gazebo
  • Shed
  • Built-In Barbecue

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

  • Mont Union Elementary School
  • S.B. Jr. Middle School
  • S.B. Sr. High School

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Underground Utilities
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Sewer Stub Out
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Chandelier
  • Assessor Parcel Number 007-410-002

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$36,054

Year Built

Built in 1974

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1974
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: 220V Elect, In Garage
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Cul-De-Sac, Near Public Transit
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Monitored, Gate:Elec, Security System, Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Reso Flooring: Laminate, Wood, Carpet, Marble, Tile
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Entry Lvl(No Stairs), Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1974
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Mont Union
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Site Improvements Underground Util: Yes
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Construction Entry Lvl(No Stairs)2: Yes
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior Wood Siding: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Attached: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Pool: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Lawn2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced ALL2: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Rooms Family Room4: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Bedroom2: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Primary: Yes
  • Amenities Dual Pane Window2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Bath2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Kitchen2: Yes
  • Amenities Skylight2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Stove3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Microwave3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security Security System: Yes
  • Security GateElec: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • WaterSewer Sewer Hookup: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Marble2: Yes
  • Construction Two Story2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #33: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Built-in BBQ: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Area2: Yes
  • Dining Formal2: Yes
  • Amenities Wet Bar2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Rev Osmosis2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s):_two_4: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Family Room3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Gas8: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Primary Bedroom: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Carpet: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Deck3: Yes
  • Other Buildings Shed: Yes
  • Laundry In Garage2: Yes
  • Security Fire Alarm2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Laminate2: Yes
  • Laundry:_two_20V Elect2: Yes
  • Site Improvements Cable TV3: Yes
  • LocationTopo Cul-De-Sac2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Wood2: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • Rooms LbryStudy: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Gazebo2: Yes
  • Cooling Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Security Monitored2: Yes
  • Rooms Game Room3: Yes
  • Rooms Loft2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Pool House2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Intercom2: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Trash Compactor, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Gas Stove, Intercom, Microwave, Rev Osmosis, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Primary Bedroom, Family Room, 2+, Gas, LR
  • Total Bedrooms: 14
  • Appliances Included:Tankless Water Heater: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Double Oven2: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Trash Compactor2: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Metal
  • View: Mountain(s), Setting
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Topography: Level
  • Exclusions: Chandelier
  • Exterior Features: Pool, Pool House, Deck, Patio Open, Gazebo, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Fenced: ALL
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • ConstructionSiding:Roof Metal: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Gar #3, Attached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Utilities: Underground Util
  • Water Source: Mont Wtr
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Association/Amenities

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: Mont Union
  • High School: S.B. Sr.
  • Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 007-410-002
  • Zoning: R-1

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 19, 2022
Sold by
Smith and Tanja
Bought by
Smith David and Smith Tanja
Current Estimated Value
$7,305,735

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,250,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,145,301
Interest Rate
2.35%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$6,160,434

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 9, 2013
Closed on
Oct 6, 2014
Sold by
Litchfield Daniel F and Litchfield Jane D
Bought by
Smith David and Smith Tanja
Seller's Agent
Barbara Koutnik
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Josiah Hamilton
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$3,650,000
Sold Price
$2,675,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$975,000
-26.71%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.66%
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
2.4%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 17, 1993
Sold by
Litchfield Daniel F and Litchfield Jane D
Bought by
Litchfield Daniel F and Litchfield Jane D
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
Smith David -- Wfg National Title
Smith David $2,675,000 First American Title Company
Litchfield Daniel F -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Smith David $1,250,000
Previous Owner Smith David $1,000,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/21/2014 11/21/14 Sold $2,675,000 -26.7% $918 / Sq Ft
10/27/2014 10/27/14 Pending -- -- --
09/05/2013 09/05/13 For Sale $3,650,000 -- $1,252 / 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 $36,054 $3,400,635 $2,523,882 $876,753
2023 $36,054 $3,268,586 $2,425,878 $842,708
2022 $34,858 $3,204,497 $2,378,312 $826,185
2021 $34,150 $3,141,665 $2,331,679 $809,986
2020 $33,828 $3,109,452 $2,307,771 $801,681
2019 $32,969 $3,048,483 $2,262,521 $785,962
2018 $32,383 $2,988,709 $2,218,158 $770,551
2017 $31,293 $2,885,108 $2,174,665 $710,443
2016 $29,186 $2,715,793 $2,132,025 $583,768
2014 $3,344 $215,967 $58,978 $156,989
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • B

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Barbara Koutnik

    Coldwell Banker Realty

  • J

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Josiah Hamilton

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    (805) 284-8835

    24 in this area

    63 Total Sales

    Josiah Hamilton
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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 13-2874

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 007-410-002

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93108

491 Live Oaks Rd, Santa Barbara, CA

This home is located at 491 Live Oaks Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108 since 09 December 2013 and is currently estimated at $7,305,735, approximately $2,506 per square foot. This property was built in 1974. 491 Live Oaks Rd is a home located in Santa Barbara County with nearby schools including Santa Barbara Junior High School, Santa Barbara Senior High School, and Our Lady of Mount Carmel School.

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