NOT LISTED FOR SALE

526 W Islay St Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Westside Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,213,346

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,103 Sq Ft
$1,100/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: June 3, 2025

Last sale price $1,150,000 $1,043 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,179 / mo

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is near park and schools
  • Cottage
  • Detached Garage
  • San Marcos Senior High School Rated A-
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Laundry Room

About This Home

As of June 2025

Where Westside character meets city convenience, this two-bedroom, one-bath home is full of potential. Located just minutes from downtown and the Mesa, it offers easy access to Santa Barbara's beaches, parks, and a growing mix of neighborhood favorites—from coffee shops to corner markets. The property includes newer windows, a good-sized yard along with a detached one car garage. The layout of the home is straightforward and efficient with room to update or expand. Whether you're a first-time buyer, investor, or someone with a creative eye, 526 W Islay is a rare opportunity to plant roots in a central, up-and-coming part of town.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

The Easter Team

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #00917775 Listed on: 05/07/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

David Magid

Village Properties - 1 License #01964710

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1967

Lot Details

  • 3,920 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Property is in average condition

Parking

  • Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,103 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Tile Flooring
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Shed

Location

  • Property is near park and schools
  • City Lot

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 043-163-007
  • Seller Concessions Offered
  • Seller Will Consider Concessions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1967

Lot Details

3,920 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1967
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Laundry Room
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Standard Status: Closed
  • Architectural Style: Cal Cottage
  • Reso Flooring: Tile
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Reso Property Condition: Average
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1967
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.09
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Adams
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: Yes
  • Style Cal Cottage: Yes
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Laundry Laundry Room2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Stove3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Microwave3: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • Other Buildings Shed: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Detached: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced BCK: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #12: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Covered2: Yes
  • Condition Average2: Yes
  • Status Information Seller Concessions3: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Stove, Microwave
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 0.09
  • Topography: Level
  • Exterior Features: Patio Covered, Fenced: BCK
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Gar #1, Detached

Utilities

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

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 043-163-007
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3920.4
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 7, 2025
Closed on
May 27, 2025
Sold by
Avila Richard J and Fami Irma
Bought by
Seller's Agent
The Easter Team
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
David Magid
Village Properties - 1
List Price
$1,149,000
Sold Price
$1,150,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,000
0.09%
Views
81
Current Estimated Value
$1,213,346

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$63,346
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.15%
Original Mortgage
$920,000
Outstanding Balance
$908,670
Interest Rate
6.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$304,676

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 22, 2013
Sold by
Avila Richard J and Avila Irma G
Bought by
Avila Richard J and Avila Irma G

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$375,000
Interest Rate
3.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 8, 2010
Sold by
Avila Richard J and Avila Irma G
Bought by
Avila Richard J and Richard J Avila Jr & Irma D Avila Family
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Agents Specializing in Westside, CA

  • Summer Knight Real Estate Agent - Sun Coast Real Estate

    Summer Knight

    Responds Quickly

    Sun Coast Real Estate

    (805) 335-6908

    139 Total Sales

    1 in Westside

    $2,850,000 Price

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  • Larry Krogh Real Estate Agent - LIV Sotheby's International Realty

    Larry Krogh

    LIV Sotheby's International Realty

    (805) 586-9558

    130 Total Sales

    1 in Westside

    $1,775,000 Price

    Larry Krogh
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  • Jena Harris Real Estate Agent - Village Properties

    Jena Harris

    Village Properties

    (805) 617-1527

    24 Total Sales

    1 in Westside

    $1,750,000 Price

    Jena Harris
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  • Tiffany Dore Real Estate Agent - Village Properties

    Tiffany Dore

    Village Properties

    (805) 324-6641

    23 Total Sales

    1 in Westside

    $1,420,000 Price

    Tiffany Dore
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  • Valerie Menke Real Estate Agent - Berkshire Hathaway HomeService

    Valerie Menke

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeService

    (805) 549-5997

    24 Total Sales

    7 in Westside

    $1.3M - $1.9M Price Range

    Valerie Menke
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  • Kevin Goodwin Real Estate Agent - Goodwin Properties

    Kevin Goodwin

    Goodwin Properties

    (805) 979-2658

    50 Total Sales

    3 in Westside

    $1.3M - $1.7M Price Range

    Kevin Goodwin
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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$1,150,000 Chicago Title Company
Avila Richard J -- First American Title Company
Avila Richard J -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $920,000
Previous Owner Avila Richard J $385,000
Previous Owner Avila Richard J $375,000
Previous Owner Avila Richard J $392,000
Previous Owner Avila Richard J $250,000
Previous Owner Avila Richard J $185,000
Previous Owner Avila Richard J $169,300
Previous Owner Avila Richard J $100,000
Previous Owner Avila Richard J $168,000
Previous Owner Avila Richard J $20,000
Previous Owner Avila Richard J $150,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/03/2025 06/03/25 Sold $1,150,000 +0.1% $1,043 / Sq Ft
05/15/2025 05/15/25 Pending -- -- --
05/07/2025 05/07/25 For Sale $1,149,000 -- $1,042 / 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
2026 $3,308 $1,173,000 $816,000 $357,000
2025 $3,250 $316,374 $199,364 $117,010
2023 $3,250 $304,090 $191,623 $112,467
2022 $3,132 $298,128 $187,866 $110,262
2021 $3,057 $292,283 $184,183 $108,100
2020 $3,024 $289,287 $182,295 $106,992
2019 $2,970 $283,616 $178,721 $104,895
2018 $2,926 $278,056 $175,217 $102,839
2017 $2,828 $272,605 $171,782 $100,823
2016 $2,837 $267,261 $168,414 $98,847
2014 $2,759 $258,092 $162,636 $95,456
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • T

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    The Easter Team

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

  • DM

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    David Magid

    Village Properties - 1

    (805) 451-0402

    4 in this area

    44 Total Sales

    David Magid
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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 25-1807

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 043-163-007

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93101 Westside

526 W Islay St, Santa Barbara, CA

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