$715,000
SOLD MAY 20, 2025

5926 Birch St Unit 4 Carpinteria, CA 93013

2 Beds
1 Bath
945 Sq Ft
$410/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$757 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Reverse Osmosis System
  • Wood Flooring
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Property is near a park
  • 4-minute walk to Monte Vista Park

About This Home

As of May 2025

Beautiful Casitas Village #4 condo in the best location in the development. Peaceful and serene views from the upstairs balcony. Wonderfully remodeled kitchen and bathroom. Wood floors in living area and new carpets in bedrooms. Ocean view from bedroom.There is currently a lift available on the staircase that can be included or removed based on buyers' needs. Shared single car garage and laundry. New water heater., Easy walk to Carpinteria Bluffs or Monte Vista Park.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Debbie Murphy

Murphy King Real Estate License #00580025 Listed on: 04/22/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Jacqueline Potter

Compass License #02150175

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,178

Year Built

  • Built in 1972

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • Property is in excellent condition

HOA Fees

  • $410 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • 1 Open Parking Space

Home Design

  • Raised Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 945 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Dining Area
  • Ocean Views

Kitchen

  • Built-In Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Reverse Osmosis System

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Home Security

Accessible Home Design

  • Grip-Accessible Features
  • Accessible Bathroom Fixtures
  • Stair Lift

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean

Location

  • Property is near a park
  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a bus stop
  • City Lot

Schools

  • Canalino Elementary School
  • Carp. Jr. Middle School
  • Carp. Sr. High School

Utilities

  • Radiant Heating System
  • Underground Utilities

Listing and Financial Details

  • Home Protection Policy
  • Assessor Parcel Number 001-313-004
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include insurance, earthquake insurance, water, prop mgmt, comm area maint, exterior maint
  • $250 HOA Transfer Fee
  • 280 Buildings
  • 280 Units
  • Casitas Village Community

Recreation

  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Additional Features

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,178

Year Built

Built in 1972

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$410 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1972
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Common Area
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Near Public Transit
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Reso Association Amenities: Pool, Play Area
  • Reso Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Earthquake Insurance, Water, Prop Mgmt, Comm Area Maint, Exterior Maint
  • Reso Accessibility Features: Bathroom Fixtures, Stair Lift
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Reso Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Single Story, Outside Stairs
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1972
  • Property Information Total #Units: 280
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.02
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Canalino
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: Carp. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: Carp. Sr.
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Site Improvements Underground Util: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: Yes
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Amenities Dual Pane Window2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Microwave3: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • Property Information Main House SqFt: 945.0
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Rev Osmosis2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Carpet: Yes
  • Location Info Development Name: Casitas Village
  • ViewOcean: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Total # Uncovered Spaces: 1.0
  • CondoCO-OPPUD Attached7: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Pool4: Yes
  • Electric All Electric: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #12: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Unc #12: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Play Area: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • Foundation Raised: Yes
  • Laundry Common Area2: Yes
  • CondoCO-OPPUD End Unit: Yes
  • Amenities Protection Plan2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Built-In Electric Range: Yes
  • Handicapped Access Bathroom Fixtures2: Yes
  • Handicapped Access Stair Lift: Yes
  • ParkingGarage:Total _pound_ Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Status Information Seller Concessions3: No
  • CondoCO-OPPUD Association Fee2: 410.0
  • CondoCO-OPPUD Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • CondoCO-OPPUD Association Transfer Fee: 250.0
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Built-In Electric Range, Microwave, Rev Osmosis
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Ocean, Setting
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 0.02
  • Topography: Level
  • Common Walls: End Unit
  • Foundation Details: Raised

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 1.0
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Gar #1, Unc #1

Utilities

  • Heating: Electric, Radiant
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Utilities: Underground Util
  • Water Source: Carp Wtr
  • Heating:Electric: Yes
  • Heating:Radiant: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Canalino
  • High School: Carp. Sr.
  • Middle Or Junior School: Carp. Jr.

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 001-313-004
  • Zoning: PRD
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 871.2
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 22, 2025
Closed on
May 15, 2025
Sold by
Harlis Maggard Living Trust and Maggard Harlis
Bought by
Sonkin Karl E
Seller's Agent
Debbie Murphy
Murphy King Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Jacqueline Potter
Compass
List Price
$699,000
Sold Price
$715,000
Premium/Discount to List
$16,000
2.29%
Views
8
Current Estimated Value
$707,728

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$7,272
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.59%
Original Mortgage
$115,000
Outstanding Balance
$114,797
Interest Rate
6.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$592,931

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 2, 2001
Sold by
Harlis Maggard
Bought by
The Harlis Maggard Living Trust
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $715,000 First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $115,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $75,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/20/2025 05/20/25 Sold $715,000 +2.3% $757 / Sq Ft
04/25/2025 04/25/25 Pending -- -- --
04/22/2025 04/22/25 For Sale $699,000 -- $740 / 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 $2,178 $129,853 $66,592 $63,261
2023 $2,178 $124,812 $64,007 $60,805
2022 $2,088 $122,365 $62,752 $59,613
2021 $2,030 $119,967 $61,522 $58,445
2020 $1,989 $118,738 $60,892 $57,846
2019 $1,937 $116,411 $59,699 $56,712
2018 $1,890 $114,129 $58,529 $55,600
2017 $1,843 $111,892 $57,382 $54,510
2016 $1,810 $109,699 $56,257 $53,442
2015 $1,796 $108,052 $55,412 $52,640
2014 $1,703 $105,936 $54,327 $51,609
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 25-1541

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 001-313-004