NOT LISTED FOR SALE

501 Orena St Santa Barbara, CA 93103

Lower Riviera Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,160,000 - $2,678,236

4 Beds
3 Baths
1,500 Sq Ft
$1,646/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: November 1, 2017

Last sale price $1,355,000 $903 Per Sq Ft

Est. 82% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $14,344 / mo

90 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Property is near park, public transit, schools, and bus stop
  • Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
  • Mountain View
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of November 2017

Impressive VALUE & ARCHITECTURE! Newly priced, this remodeled Circa 1907 Craftsman lives big and beautiful. You’ll love how it’s perched on a knoll above the picturesque Roosevelt Sch and just around the corner from the Rose Gardens. This home has been thoughtfully updated while maintaining its historical integrity & charm. There are 2 big BR suites & 2 more BRs that share a hallway bath. The dining room, breakfast nook, screened side porch & a large rear entertainment patio round out the spacious spaces. This sought after neighborhood is where you’ll find yourself walking to the Mission, Rocky Nook Park, the Natural Hist Museum, Alice Keck Park, State St., the Riviera Theatre, the El Encanto Hotel, Etc. Notable value & proud styling create a welcoming package - please come see it soon

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Toni Mochi

22 West Realtors License #01223666 Listed on: 10/03/2017

Co-Listed By

George Logan

22 West Realtors License #00864273

Last Buyer's Agent

Gregg Leach

Village Properties License #01005773

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1914

Lot Details

  • Corner Lot
  • Lot Sloped Up
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned R-2

Parking

  • Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Cottage
  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,500 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Library
  • Mountain Views
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Roosevelt Elementary School
  • S.B. Jr. Middle School
  • S.B. Sr. High School

Additional Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Property is near park, public transit, schools, and bus stop
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • 15 Upper Eastside Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 025-341-006

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1914

Lot Details

5,227 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Directions: Located behind Roosevelt School - Emerson to Orena
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1914
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: In Kitchen
  • ResoLotFeatures: Sloped Up, Corner Lot, Near Public Transit
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Security System
  • Co List Office Mls Id: GEORLP
  • Co List Office Phone: 805-896-3823
  • Subdivision Name: 15 - Upper Eastside
  • Architectural Style: Cal Cottage, Craftsman
  • Reso Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1914
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Roosevelt
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Style Cal Cottage: Yes
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Bath2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Kitchen2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security Security System: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • LocationTopo Corner Lot2: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Area2: Yes
  • Dining Formal2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Detached: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Covered2: Yes
  • Rooms LbryStudy: Yes
  • Rooms Patio Enclosed2: Yes
  • Dining Nook2: Yes
  • Laundry In Kitchen3: Yes
  • LocationTopo Upslope2: Yes
  • Style Craftsman2: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: LR

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Topography: Upslope
  • Exterior Features: Patio Covered
  • Foundation Details: Mixed
  • Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: SB Wtr
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 025-341-006
  • Zoning: R-2

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 3, 2017
Closed on
Oct 18, 2017
Sold by
Gantz Evan G and Gantz Susan G
Bought by
Wren Paul I and Wren Mary Leland
Seller's Agent
Toni Mochi
22 West Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Gregg Leach
Village Properties
List Price
$1,495,000
Sold Price
$1,355,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$140,000
-9.36%
Current Estimated Value
$2,469,309

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,114,309
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.34%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 4, 2000
Sold by
Gantz Evan G and Gantz Susan G
Bought by
Gantz Evan G and Gantz Susan G

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$371,000
Interest Rate
7.94%
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

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Wren Paul I $1,355,000 Wfg National Title Ins Co
Gantz Evan G -- Chicago Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Gantz Evan G $371,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/01/2017 11/01/17 Sold $1,355,000 -9.4% $903 / Sq Ft
10/03/2017 10/03/17 Pending -- -- --
07/05/2017 07/05/17 For Sale $1,495,000 -- $997 / 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 $16,119 $1,541,755 $859,059 $682,696
2023 $16,119 $1,481,888 $825,701 $656,187
2022 $15,551 $1,452,832 $809,511 $643,321
2021 $15,193 $1,424,346 $793,639 $630,707
2020 $15,036 $1,409,742 $785,502 $624,240
2019 $14,773 $1,382,100 $770,100 $612,000
2018 $14,563 $1,355,000 $755,000 $600,000
2017 $7,381 $698,099 $372,849 $325,250
2016 $7,257 $684,412 $365,539 $318,873
2014 $7,058 $660,929 $352,997 $307,932
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Toni Mochi

    22 West Realtors

    (805) 896-3823

    22 Total Sales

    Toni Mochi
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  • George Logan

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2017

    George Logan

    22 West Realtors

    (805) 896-3823

    27 Total Sales

    George Logan
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  • Gregg Leach

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Gregg Leach

    Village Properties

    (805) 886-9000

    2 in this area

    49 Total Sales

    Gregg Leach
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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 17-2244

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 025-341-006

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93103 Lower Riviera

501 Orena St, Santa Barbara, CA

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