NOT LISTED FOR SALE

553 Sweet Rain Place Goleta, CA 93117

Estimated Value: $1,166,000 - $1,357,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,779 Sq Ft
$704/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 29, 2016

Last sale price $675,000 $379 Per Sq Ft

Est. 85% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,880/month

106 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Isla Vista Elementary School Rated A
  • Property is near a park
  • End Unit

About This Home

As of December 2016

Walk into this spacious and light filled Storke Ranch townhouse. Two living areas and a dining area that flow out to a private patio make this home a great spot for entertaining. Upstairs you will find a large master bedroom with walk-in closet and an en-suite bath with separate tub and shower. Attached two car garage, gas fireplace, spacious laundry room with sink, and brand new carpeting up the stairs and throughout the second level add to this incredible value.
Resort style living in this beautifully landscaped community with two pools, spa, fitness center, tennis and basketball courts, BBQ areas, walking paths, and plenty of green space all built around a natural preserve.

Convenient to UCSB, Ellwood Butterfly Grove, Girsh Park, Sandpiper Golf Club, and the beach. Nearby shopping, dining, and entertainment options, as well as a wonderful Sunday farmer's market.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jim Callahan

Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara Listed on: 08/10/2016

Co-Listed By

The Epstein Partners

Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara License #00994429

Last Buyer's Agent

Chris Jones

Advantage Real Estate & Investment

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,540

Year Built

  • Built in 2000

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • Property is in excellent condition

HOA Fees

  • $401 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage

Home Design

  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,779 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Laundry Room
  • Property Views

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near a park
  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a bus stop

Schools

  • Isla Vista Elementary School
  • Gol Valley Middle School
  • Dos Pueblos High School

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Forced Air Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 073-520-014

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include earthquake insurance, comm area maint, exterior maint
  • Storke Ranch Community
  • Greenbelt
  • Planned Unit Development

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,540

Year Built

Built in 2000

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$401 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Association Fee: 401
  • Directions: Storke Road towards UCSB, left on Willow Grove and right on Sweet Rain. 553 is on the right.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2000
  • Reso Property Sub Type: PUD
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Laundry Room
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Near Public Transit
  • Reso Association Amenities: Tennis Court(s), Spa/Hot Tub, Pool, Play Area, Greenbelt, Gym
  • Reso Association Fee Includes: Earthquake Insurance, Comm Area Maint, Exterior Maint
  • Co List Office Mls Id: kwrc3
  • Co List Office Phone: 805-456-3600
  • Architectural Style: Medit, Townhouse
  • Reso Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 2000
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Isla Vista
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: Gol Valley
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: Dos Pueblos
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Interior Access: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Attached: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Rooms Family Room4: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Laundry Laundry Room2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • Construction Two Story2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Carpet: Yes
  • Location Info Development Name: Storke Ranch
  • Roof:Tile2: Yes
  • CondoCO-OPPUD Attached7: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Pool4: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Play Area: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Greenbelt2: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • Style Medit2: Yes
  • CondoCO-OPPUD End Unit: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities SpaHot Tub: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Tennis Court(s)2: Yes
  • Cooling Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Gym: Yes
  • Style Townhouse2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage:Total _pound_ Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: LR

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile
  • View: Setting
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Topography: Level
  • Common Walls: End Unit
  • Exterior Features: Patio Open
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Gar #2, Interior Access, Attached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Isla Vista
  • High School: Dos Pueblos
  • Middle Or Junior School: Gol Valley

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 073-520-014
  • Zoning: Other

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 10, 2016
Closed on
Dec 2, 2016
Sold by
Bowdish John G and Bowdish Callie J
Bought by
Sparrow Robert Anthony and Sparrow Jennifer Ann Gamez
Seller's Agent
Jim Callahan
Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara
Buyer's Agent
Chris Jones
Advantage Real Estate & Investment
List Price
$699,000
Sold Price
$675,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,000
-3.43%
Current Estimated Value
$1,251,565

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$576,565
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.51%
Original Mortgage
$607,500
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 3, 2015
Sold by
Bowdish John Gordon and Bowdish Callie Jo
Bought by
Bowdish Family Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 16, 2000
Sold by
Storke Housing Investors
Bought by
Bowdish John Gordon and Bowdish Callie Jo

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$193,850
Interest Rate
8.11%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Sparrow Robert Anthony $675,000 First American Title Company
Bowdish Family Trust -- None Available
Bowdish John Gordon $337,000 Stewart Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Sparrow Robert Anthony $580,000
Closed Sparrow Robert Anthony $587,000
Closed Sparrow Robert Anthony $607,500
Previous Owner Bowdish John Gordon $193,000
Previous Owner Bowdish John Gordon $195,500
Previous Owner Bowdish John Gordon $193,850
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/29/2016 12/29/16 Sold $675,000 -3.4% $379 / Sq Ft
11/24/2016 11/24/16 Pending -- -- --
08/10/2016 08/10/16 For Sale $699,000 -- $393 / Sq Ft
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

Tax History Compared to Growth

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
2025 $8,540 $783,390 $391,695 $391,695
2023 $8,540 $752,972 $376,486 $376,486
2022 $8,141 $738,208 $369,104 $369,104
2021 $8,007 $723,734 $361,867 $361,867
2020 $7,797 $716,314 $358,157 $358,157
2019 $7,656 $702,270 $351,135 $351,135
2018 $7,514 $688,500 $344,250 $344,250
2017 $7,393 $675,000 $337,500 $337,500
2016 $4,726 $428,572 $190,928 $237,644
2015 $4,654 $422,136 $188,061 $234,075
2014 $4,565 $413,868 $184,378 $229,490
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Jim Callahan

    Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara

  • T

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2016

    The Epstein Partners

    Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara

  • C

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Chris Jones

    Advantage Real Estate & Investment

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 16-2688

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 073-520-014

California Santa Barbara County Goleta 93117

553 Sweet Rain Place, Goleta, CA

This home is located at 553 Sweet Rain Place, Goleta, CA 93117 since 10 August 2016 and is currently estimated at $1,251,565, approximately $703 per square foot. This property was built in 2000. 553 Sweet Rain Place is a home located in Santa Barbara County with nearby schools including Isla Vista Elementary School, Goleta Valley Junior High School, and Dos Pueblos Senior High School.

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