NOT LISTED FOR SALE

499 Mills Way Goleta, CA 93117

Estimated Value: $1,321,000 - $1,626,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,327 Sq Ft
$1,124/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: December 21, 2018

Last sale price $779,000 $587 Per Sq Ft

Est. 91% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,702 / mo

60 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Solar Power System
  • No HOA
  • Isla Vista Elementary School Rated A
  • Property is near park, public transit, schools, shops, and bus stop
  • Cottage

About This Home

As of December 2018

Charming California Cottage.Nestled beside a sprawling oak tree, behind a picket fence, this charming energy efficient two-bedroom two-bath single level California Cottage offers privacy and convenience.Spacious public rooms with abundant natural light, private back yard, and a cozy kitchen home makes for great entertaining. With over 1300 square feet this freshly painted home, has bamboo flooring and smooth ceilings throughout. A large master suite with adjoining bath and ample closet space is a real plus. Outside, roof mounted solar panels, and dual pane windows provide energy efficiency while eco-friendly drought tolerant plantings and a stone paver drive enhance the exterior esthetics of this charming home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gary Welterlen

Village Properties - 1 License #01894704 Listed on: 09/25/2018

Co-Listed By

Carla Reeves

Village Properties - 1

Last Buyer's Agent

Sara Guthrie

Homes and Land Magazine

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1969

Lot Details

  • 7,281 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Irrigation
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • Garage

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,327 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Laminate Flooring
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • 220 Volts In Laundry

Location

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

Schools

  • Isla Vista Elementary School
  • Gol Valley Middle School
  • Dos Pueblos High School

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Underground Utilities
  • Water Softener Leased
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Stepless Entry
  • Solar Power System
  • Property is near an ocean

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 073-184-020

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1969

Lot Details

7,281 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Directions: 101 N to Storke Ranch Rd South, cross over Hollister Rd, Right in Phelps Dr, Left on Mills Way.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1969
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: 220V Elect, In Garage
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Near Public Transit
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Co List Office Mls Id: vip01
  • Co List Office Phone: 805-681-8800
  • Architectural Style: Cal Cottage
  • Reso Flooring: Laminate
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Entry Lvl(No Stairs), Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Good
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1969
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.18
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Isla Vista
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: Gol Valley
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: Dos Pueblos
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Site Improvements Underground Util: Yes
  • Property Information Within City Limits: Yes
  • Style Cal Cottage: Yes
  • Construction Entry Lvl(No Stairs)2: Yes
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation TO: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced ALL2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Drought Tolerant LND2: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Rooms Family Room4: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Bedroom2: Yes
  • Amenities Dual Pane Window2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Disposal3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Stove3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • Property Information Main House SqFt: 1327.0
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Area2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Gas8: Yes
  • Property Information Apx Lot SqFt: 7281.0
  • Condition Good2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • Laundry In Garage2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Laminate2: Yes
  • Site Improvements Cable TV3: Yes
  • Amenities Solar PV2: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • Cooling Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Appliances Included Wtr Softener Leased: Yes
  • Laundry 220V Elect2: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Stove, Wtr Softener Leased
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, LR
  • Total Bedrooms: 4

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Setting
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 0.18
  • Topography: Level
  • Exterior Features: Yard Irrigation T/O, Fenced: ALL, Drought Tolerant LND
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Gar #2

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Isla Vista
  • High School: Dos Pueblos
  • Middle Or Junior School: Gol Valley

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 073-184-020
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7281.0

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 25, 2018
Closed on
Dec 3, 2018
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Gary Welterlen
Village Properties - 1
Buyer's Agent
Sara Guthrie
Homes and Land Magazine
List Price
$825,000
Sold Price
$779,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$46,000
-5.58%
Current Estimated Value
$1,491,778

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$712,778
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.10%
Original Mortgage
$453,101
Outstanding Balance
$399,988
Interest Rate
4.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,091,790

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 28, 2018
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 24, 1997
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$187,600
Interest Rate
7.5%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$779,000 First American Title Co
-- None Available
$234,500 Lawyers Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $453,101
Previous Owner $187,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/21/2018 12/21/18 Sold $779,000 -5.6% $587 / Sq Ft
11/24/2018 11/24/18 Pending -- -- --
09/25/2018 09/25/18 For Sale $825,000 -- $622 / Sq Ft
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

Tax History

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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 $9,419 $868,984 $529,869 $339,115
2023 $9,419 $835,243 $509,295 $325,948
2022 $8,992 $818,866 $499,309 $319,557
2021 $8,844 $802,811 $489,519 $313,292
2020 $8,610 $794,580 $484,500 $310,080
2019 $8,454 $779,000 $475,000 $304,000
2018 $3,770 $335,647 $200,390 $135,257
2017 $3,710 $329,066 $196,461 $132,605
2016 $3,631 $322,614 $192,609 $130,005
2014 $3,499 $311,545 $186,000 $125,545
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Gary Welterlen

    Village Properties - 1

    (805) 683-7337

    1 in this area

    14 Total Sales

    Gary Welterlen
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  • C

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018

    Carla Reeves

    Village Properties - 1

  • S

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Sara Guthrie

    Homes and Land Magazine

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 18-3508

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 073-184-020

California Santa Barbara County Goleta 93117

499 Mills Way, Goleta, CA

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