$3,850,000

Estimated payment $24,405/month

Total Views 1,535
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,058 Sq Ft
$1,871 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Fruit Trees
  • Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
  • Updated Kitchen
  • 4-minute walk to Mission Historical Park & Rose Gardens

About This Home

Historic Plaza Rubio at the Old Mission Rose Gardens. Spanish Colonial Revival Circa 1954 Overflowing with Charm and Character. Ideally Set up for Indoor Outdoor Living and Entertaining with Large Picture Windows Overlooking Post Card Timeless Views. This Special Home Offers Rich Hardwood Flooring, Stunning Open Beam Ceiling & Vintage Natural Stone Fireplace. The Expansive Front Patio is the Perfect Place Al'Fresco Dining Conversations & Connection. Spacious Inviting Kitchen has a Comfortable Breakfast Room Overlooking the French Flower Garden and Flows Seamlessly to Formal Dining and Private Rear Patio. Sunny Den is Ideal as a Relaxing and Creative Home Office. Truly a One of a Kind Property to Experience the Ultimate Santa Barbara Lifestyle.

Listing Agent

Scott McCosker

Sotheby's International Realty License #00494253 Listed on: 07/24/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $37,217

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 10,018 Sq Ft Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Irrigation
  • Fruit Trees
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Property is zoned E-1, R-1

Home Design

  • Spanish Architecture
  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Raised Foundation
  • Tile Roof
  • ICAT Recessed Lighting
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,058 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Built-In Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Open Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Deck
  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near a park
  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near shops
  • City Lot

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Sewer Stub Out
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • 15 Upper Eastside Subdivision
  • Restaurant

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 025-281-031
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$37,217

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Directions: Mission St. left on Laguna St. Right on Plaza Rubio to 500 block.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Gas Hookup, Laundry Room
  • ResoLotFeatures: Cul-De-Sac
  • Subdivision Name: 15 - Upper Eastside
  • Architectural Style: Medit, Spanish
  • Reso Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Single Story
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1954
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.23
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Roosevelt
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: Yes
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Attached: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: 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
  • Laundry Laundry Room2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Kitchen2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Disposal3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • WaterSewer Sewer Hookup: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • Property Information Main House SqFt: 2058.0
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Proximity Restaurants: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Area2: Yes
  • Dining Formal2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Built-In Gas Range: Yes
  • Property Information Apx Lot SqFt: 10018.0
  • Roof:Tile2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation PRT: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Deck3: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced BCK: Yes
  • Site Improvements Cable TV3: Yes
  • LocationTopo Cul-De-Sac2: Yes
  • Laundry Gas Hookup2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Tankless Water Heater: Yes
  • Appliances Included Wtr SoftenerOwned: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • Style Medit2: Yes
  • Style Spanish2: Yes
  • Foundation Raised: Yes
  • Rooms:Den: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Unc #22: Yes
  • Construction Materials ICAT Recessed Lighting: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer, Wtr Softener/Owned
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile, Flat
  • View: Setting
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 0.23
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio Open, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation PRT, Fenced: BCK, Drought Tolerant LND
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • ConstructionSiding:Roof Flat: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Gar #2, Unc #2, Attached

Utilities

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

Association/Amenities

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

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 025-281-031
  • Zoning: E-1, R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10018.0

Map

Range of Values:

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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
2023 $37,217 $269,458 $108,371 $161,087
2022 $2,864 $264,176 $106,247 $157,929
2021 $2,794 $258,997 $104,164 $154,833
2020 $2,763 $256,342 $103,096 $153,246
2019 $2,713 $251,317 $101,075 $150,242
2018 $2,671 $246,391 $99,094 $147,297
2017 $2,581 $241,560 $97,151 $144,409
2016 $2,598 $236,825 $95,247 $141,578
2014 $2,527 $228,701 $91,980 $136,721
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/22/2025 07/22/25 For Sale $3,850,000 +9.7% $1,871 / Sq Ft
10/30/2023 10/30/23 Sold $3,508,000 +27.6% $1,787 / Sq Ft
10/20/2023 10/20/23 Pending -- -- --
10/13/2023 10/13/23 For Sale $2,750,000 -- $1,401 / Sq Ft
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,600,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $128,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $150,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $151,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $162,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $171,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $182,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $36,300 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

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Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 25-2813

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 025-281-031