531 Thumbelina Dr Buellton, CA 93427
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,195
Sq Ft
0.26
Acres
Highlights
- RV Access or Parking
- Property is near a lake
- Property is near a park
- Santa Ynez Valley Union High School Rated A
- Mountain View
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of September 2024Nestled in the quaint and established Thumbelina neighborhood, this four bedroom, three bath home with a newer roof is situated at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac. A walkway takes you through the sizeable front yard to the front door. On entry into this lovely 2195 square-foot home, you find yourself in the capacious living room with a cozy wood-burning fireplace with floor-to-ceiling brick hearth. A charming archway leads to a guest bedroom and bath, and on to an additional two bedrooms and bath. An ample primary bedroom completes the sleeping quarters. Through another archway, the spacious family room opens to the dining area with an accent wall and a roomy kitchen with oak cabinets, black and stainless appliances, tile countertops, and large pantry. The family room, which accesses the The family room, which accesses the laundry area, boasts French doors that lead you out to the spacious patio, just one of two patio areas made for entertaining. From here you have a view of the sprawling backyard across which you'll find a wonderful, and private, newly renovated studio complete with a kitchen with beautiful Formica countertops and a full bath. This very generous quarter-acre lot also provides RV parking. Located in Buellton, one of the smallest cities on the Central Coast, this home nestles in the Santa Ynez Valley, with Los Angeles just two hours south and San Francisco an easily reachable five-hour drive north. Here you can revel in the Mediterranean coastal climate with its warm and dry summer days and its lovely cool evenings, and mild winters. This bustling town has the added bonus of a highly rated school district and is within a six-mile radius of four picturesque villages: the Danish city of Solvang with its storybook charm and Hans Christian Andersen Park, the western town of Santa Ynez, and the bucolic rural communities of Ballard and Los Olivos. A plethora of wineries, myriad activities and festivals, shopping, and restaurants are all just moments away from this charming home
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #00999839 Listed on: 04/24/2024
Last Buyer's Agent
Non Member Agent
Non Member Office
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,086
Year Built
- Built in 1960
Home Design
- Slab Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2,195 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Mountain Views
- Breakfast Bar
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Parking
- Garage
- RV Access or Parking
Outdoor Features
- Property is near a lake
- Shed
Location
- Property is near a park
- Property near a hospital
- Property is near schools
- Property is near shops
Schools
- Cla Elementary And Middle School
- Cla High School
Additional Features
- 0.26 Acre Lot
- Forced Air Heating System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 137-230-004
Community Details
Overview
- 2 Units
- Thumbelina Village Community
Amenities
- Restaurant
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 24, 2024
Closed on
Aug 16, 2024
Sold by
Rivera Family Living Trust and Rivera David N
Bought by
Champion Roy
Seller's Agent
Deanna Harwood
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Non Member Agent
Non Member Office
List Price
$1,200,000
Sold Price
$1,049,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$151,000
-12.58%
Views
70
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$69,505
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.41%
Original Mortgage
$1,049,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,038,742
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$74,754
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 21, 2019
Sold by
Rivera David N and Rivera Stacey A
Bought by
Rivera David N and Rivera Stacey A
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 6, 2009
Sold by
Countrywide Bank Fsb
Bought by
Rivera David N and Rivera Stacey A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$409,828
Interest Rate
4.83%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 4, 2008
Sold by
Boren Truman Allan
Bought by
Countrywide Bank Fsb
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 12, 2005
Sold by
Boren Truman Allan
Bought by
Boren Truman Allan
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$83,500
Interest Rate
5.67%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 16, 2004
Sold by
Boren Julie Ann
Bought by
Boren Truman Allan
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$524,000
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 8, 2004
Sold by
Jones Neil D and Jones Sharon A
Bought by
Boren Truman Allan
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$524,000
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 26, 2003
Sold by
Jones Neil D and Jones Sharon A
Bought by
Jones Neil D and Jones Sharon A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$45,000
Interest Rate
5.6%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 17, 2003
Sold by
Jones Neil D and Jones Sharon A
Bought by
Jones Neil D and Jones Sharon A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$45,000
Interest Rate
5.6%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 5, 1996
Sold by
Jones Neil D and Jones Sharon Ann
Bought by
Jones Neil D and Jones Sharon A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 27, 1994
Sold by
Millard Jeffrey S and Millard Teresa L
Bought by
Jones Neil D and Jones Sharon A
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,049,000 | First American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $450,000 | Landsafe Title San Bernardin | |
| Trustee Deed | $378,250 | Landsafe Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Lawyers Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $655,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | Chicago Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,049,000 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $412,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $419,208 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $405,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $409,828 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $83,500 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $650,000 | Negative Amortization | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $524,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $45,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $156,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $45,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Closed | $65,500 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/11/2024 09/11/24 | Sold | $1,049,000 | -8.7% | $478 / Sq Ft |
| 08/12/2024 08/12/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/15/2024 07/15/24 | Price Changed | $1,149,000 | -4.3% | $523 / Sq Ft |
| 04/24/2024 04/24/24 | For Sale | $1,200,000 | -- | $547 / Sq Ft |
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $6,086 | $1,049,000 | $475,000 | $574,000 |
| 2023 | $6,086 | $556,853 | $278,489 | $278,364 |
| 2022 | $5,885 | $545,935 | $273,029 | $272,906 |
| 2021 | $5,785 | $535,231 | $267,676 | $267,555 |
| 2020 | $5,715 | $529,744 | $264,932 | $264,812 |
| 2019 | $5,614 | $519,358 | $259,738 | $259,620 |
| 2018 | $5,513 | $509,176 | $254,646 | $254,530 |
| 2017 | $5,417 | $499,193 | $249,653 | $249,540 |
| 2016 | $5,211 | $489,406 | $244,758 | $244,648 |
| 2015 | $5,144 | $482,056 | $241,082 | $240,974 |
| 2014 | -- | $472,614 | $236,360 | $236,254 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Deanna Harwood
D
Seller's Agent in 2024
Deanna Harwood
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(805) 688-2969
15 in this area
40 Total Sales
-
N
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Non Member Agent
Non Member Office
Map
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service
MLS Number: 24-1294
APN: 137-230-004
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