$1,581,000
SOLD APR 10, 2026

5190 Kara Dr Santa Barbara, CA 93111

East Goleta Valley Neighborhood
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,479 Sq Ft
1985 Built

Sale Details

Date Sold: April 10, 2026

$638 Per Sq Ft

21% Below List Price

173 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Clubhouse
  • Property is near park, schools, and shops
  • Foothill Elementary School Rated A
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of April 2026

Located in Cathedral Oaks Estates, at the end of a lovely cul-de-sac, is this move-in ready single family home. Beautiful light-filled, open floor plan with high volume ceilings, lends to a contemporary style with clean lines and a focus on functionality. A one-owner home, it has been tastefully updated throughout the years, including a permitted addition. Featuring 3 bedrooms, on of which is a primary suite with a large bathroom, walk-in closet and office addition. The living room features a handsome slate and wood fireplace and double doors that extend out to a covered patio. And there's an attached 2-car garage with laundry area. This home is located in a HOA with only 13 homes on 14 acres. The HOA dues includes homeowners ins., pool, tennis courts, club house, spa, open common spaces

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bunny DeLorie

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01397098 Listed on: 09/10/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Non Member Agent

Non Member Office

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1985 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Level Lot
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Property is in excellent condition

HOA Fees

  • $1,850 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Ranch Style House
  • Slab Foundation
  • Tile Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,479 Sq Ft Home
  • Skylights
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Built-In Electric Oven
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • 220 Volts In Laundry
  • Gas Dryer Hookup

Schools

  • Foothill Elementary School
  • Lacolina Middle School
  • San Marcos High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Underground Utilities
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Water Purifier is Owned
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Stepless Entry
  • Property is near park, schools, and shops

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 067-490-004
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include insurance, comm area maint
  • $200 HOA Transfer Fee
  • 13 Units
  • Cathedral Oaks Estat Community
  • Greenbelt

Amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1985 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$1,850 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Directions: Patterson Ave to Cathedral Oaks. Right on Cathedral Oaks. Right on Poinsettia Way into Cathedral Oaks Estates. Right on Kara to end of cul-de-sac.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1985
  • Reso Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: 220V Elect, Gas Hookup, In Garage
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Cul-De-Sac
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Reso Association Amenities: Tennis Court(s), Spa/Hot Tub, Clubhouse, Pool, Greenbelt
  • Reso Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Comm Area Maint
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Ranch
  • Reso Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Unit Levels: Entry Lvl(No Stairs), Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled, Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1985
  • Property Information Total #Units: 13
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Foothill
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: LaColina
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: San Marcos
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Site Improvements Underground Util: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Construction Entry Lvl(No Stairs)2: Yes
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior Wood Siding: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Interior Access: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Attached: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Drought Tolerant LND2: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Amenities Dual Pane Window2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Bath2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Kitchen2: Yes
  • Amenities Skylight2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Disposal3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Stove3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Microwave3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Proximity Restaurants: Yes
  • Rooms Office3: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Area2: Yes
  • Dining Formal2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Gas8: Yes
  • Style:Contemporary2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Carpet: Yes
  • Location Info Development Name: Cathedral Oaks Estat
  • Property Condition UpdatedRemodeled: Yes
  • Roof:Tile2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Total # Uncovered Spaces: 2.0
  • Laundry In Garage2: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Pool4: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Greenbelt2: Yes
  • Site Improvements Cable TV3: Yes
  • LocationTopo Cul-De-Sac2: Yes
  • Laundry Gas Hookup2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Wtr SoftenerOwned: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Clubhouse: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities SpaHot Tub: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Tennis Court(s)2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Water Purifier Owned: Yes
  • ParkingGarage:Total _pound_ Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Laundry 220V Elect2: Yes
  • Status Information Seller Concessions3: No
  • CondoCO-OPPUD Association Fee2: 1850.0
  • CondoCO-OPPUD Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • CondoCO-OPPUD Association Transfer Fee: 200.0
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Built-In Electric Oven, Tankless Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Stove, Microwave, Wtr Softener/Owned
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Gas
  • Appliances Included:Tankless Water Heater: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Built-In Electric Oven: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile
  • View: Setting
  • Construction Type: Other, Wood Siding
  • Topography: Level
  • Exterior Features: Drought Tolerant LND
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Covered

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Inside Entrance, Attached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Street Lights
  • Association Fee: 1850.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Foothill
  • High School: San Marcos
  • Middle Or Junior School: LaColina

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 067-490-004
  • Zoning: Other

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 10, 2025
Closed on
Apr 4, 2026
Sold by
Zilinskas Victor and Victor G Zilinskas Revocable Trust
Bought by
Moghtader Daniel
Seller's Agent
Bunny DeLorie
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Non Member Agent
Non Member Office
List Price
$2,000,000
Sold Price
$1,581,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$419,000
-20.95%
Views
189

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
131.89%
Original Mortgage
$155,000
Outstanding Balance
$155,000
Interest Rate
5.98%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,536,040
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,581,000 Wfg National Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $155,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/10/2026 04/10/26 Sold $1,581,000 -4.2% $638 / Sq Ft
03/02/2026 03/02/26 Pending -- -- --
02/20/2026 02/20/26 Price Changed $1,650,000 -8.1% $666 / Sq Ft
01/13/2026 01/13/26 Price Changed $1,795,000 -5.0% $724 / Sq Ft
10/08/2025 10/08/25 Price Changed $1,890,000 -5.5% $762 / Sq Ft
09/10/2025 09/10/25 For Sale $2,000,000 -- $807 / 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 $7,203 $646,586 $228,997 $417,589
2023 $7,203 $621,479 $220,105 $401,374
2022 $6,977 $609,294 $215,790 $393,504
2021 $6,865 $597,348 $211,559 $385,789
2020 $6,693 $591,224 $209,390 $381,834
2019 $6,576 $579,633 $205,285 $374,348
2018 $6,439 $568,268 $201,260 $367,008
2017 $6,324 $557,126 $197,314 $359,812
2016 $6,132 $546,203 $193,446 $352,757
2014 $6,003 $527,462 $186,809 $340,653
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • B

    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Bunny DeLorie

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    (805) 570-9181

    3 in this area

    15 Total Sales

    Bunny DeLorie
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  • N

    Buyer's Agent in 2026

    Non Member Agent

    Non Member Office

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 25-3407

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 067-490-004

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93111 East Goleta Valley

5190 Kara Dr, Santa Barbara, CA

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