$1,000,000
SOLD MAY 14, 2025

5730 Gato Ave Goleta, CA 93117

2 Beds
1 Bath
840 Sq Ft
6,098 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,190 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Open Patio
  • Floor Furnace
  • Goleta Valley Junior High School Rated A
  • Living Room
  • Bike Trail

About This Home

As of May 2025

Discover the potential at 5730 Gato Avenue, a classic 2-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow nestled in the heart of Old Town Goleta. Set on an generous 6,000+ square foot lot, this property brims with original Craftsman character and endless opportunity. Whether you're envisioning a dream renovation, expansion, or simply enjoying the existing charm, this lot offers room to grow. Ideally located near Goleta's vibrant shops, local eateries, and just minutes from UCSB and the coast, plus convenience of central access. A rare find with room to make your mark in the Good Land of Goleta.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Hitchcock & Associates

Compass License #01932289 Listed on: 04/17/2025

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Melissa Schaff-Birch

Compass License #01312318

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,512

Year Built

  • Built in 1946

Lot Details

  • 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • No Sprinklers

Interior Spaces

  • 840 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • Parking Available
  • Uncovered Parking

Additional Features

  • Open Patio
  • Floor Furnace

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Tract Number 30
  • Assessor Parcel Number 071062013

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,512

Year Built

Built in 1946

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 071062013
  • Year Built: 1946
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 840.00 Square Feet
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Levels: One
  • Price Per Square Foot: 1190.48
  • Room Type: Living Room, Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio Open
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Uncovered

Utilities

  • Sprinklers: No
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: No
  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Oven, Microwave, Gas Range
  • Heating Type: Floor Furnace
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Biking

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Sprinklers None
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6098.40
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1400

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 0.1400 Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Tract Number: 30.01

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 17, 2025
Closed on
May 7, 2025
Sold by
David J Anderson Living Trust and Neighbors Glenn
Bought by
Madsen Elaine and Shelton Joseph
Seller's Agent
Hitchcock & Associates
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Melissa Schaff-Birch
Compass
List Price
$995,000
Sold Price
$1,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.5%
Views
12
Current Estimated Value
$997,538

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$2,462
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.73%
Original Mortgage
$325,000
Outstanding Balance
$324,427
Interest Rate
6.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$684,765

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 6, 2009
Sold by
Anderson David J
Bought by
The David J Anderson Living Trust and Anderson David J
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,000,000 First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $325,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $223,600 New Conventional
Previous Owner $251,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $252,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $250,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $235,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $220,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $45,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $152,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $7,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/14/2025 05/14/25 Sold $1,000,000 +0.5% $1,190 / Sq Ft
04/23/2025 04/23/25 Pending -- -- --
04/17/2025 04/17/25 For Sale $995,000 -- $1,185 / Sq Ft
Source: Ventura County Regional Data Share

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 $4,512 $384,625 $168,859 $215,766
2023 $4,512 $369,692 $162,303 $207,389
2022 $4,374 $362,444 $159,121 $203,323
2021 $4,306 $355,338 $156,001 $199,337
2020 $4,204 $351,696 $154,402 $197,294
2019 $4,133 $344,801 $151,375 $193,426
2018 $4,043 $338,041 $148,407 $189,634
2017 $3,969 $331,414 $145,498 $185,916
2016 $3,844 $324,917 $142,646 $182,271
2014 $3,777 $313,770 $137,752 $176,018
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • H

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Hitchcock & Associates

    Compass

    (805) 351-2101

    12 in this area

    211 Total Sales

    Hitchcock & Associates
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  • M

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Melissa Schaff-Birch

    Compass

    (805) 689-2674

    3 in this area

    18 Total Sales

    Melissa Schaff-Birch
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Map

Source: Ventura County Regional Data Share

MLS Number: V1-29403

Ventura County Regional Data Share

APN: 071-062-013

California Santa Barbara County Goleta 93117

5730 Gato Ave, Goleta, CA

This home is located at 5730 Gato Ave, Goleta, CA 93117 and is currently priced at $1,000,000, approximately $1,190 per square foot. This property was built in 1946. 5730 Gato Ave is a home located in Santa Barbara County with nearby schools including Goleta Valley Junior High School, Dos Pueblos Senior High School, and Montessori Center School of Santa Barbara.

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