NOT LISTED FOR SALE

619 W Ortega St Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Lower West Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $853,841 - $1,133,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
986 Sq Ft
$979/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 28, 2020

Last sale price $655,000 $664 Per Sq Ft

Est. 42% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,805/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is near an ocean
  • City View
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • San Marcos Senior High School Rated A
  • Updated Kitchen
  • 4-minute walk to Parque De Lis Niños

About This Home

As of October 2020

Ultra Chic Loft Style Urban Living. Huge Great Room with Open Kitchen & Soaring Beam Ceiling Offer a Unique Lifestyle & Endless Opportunities for Entertaining. This Unique Offering lives Like a House with No Common Walls & Two View Patios. Perfectly placed Anderson Windows Offer Natural Light & Privacy. The Spacious Bedroom Opens to a Sunny Roof Top Patio with Pleasing Views. There is a One Car Garage with EZ Access, Ample Storage Plus a Car Port. Located Below TV Hill & Just Above the Funk Zone on a Tree Lined Cul-de-Sac. Close to restaurants, the Beach & All Santa Barbara Has to Offer.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Scott McCosker

Coldwell Banker Realty Listed on: 09/24/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Erin Chadwick

Compass License #01851177

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,317

Year Built

  • Built in 2006

Lot Details

  • 887 Sq Ft Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned R-3

HOA Fees

  • $250 Monthly HOA Fees

Property Views

  • City
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Raised Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 986 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Dining Area
  • Laminate Flooring

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Garage
  • Carport
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Patio

Location

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

Schools

  • Mckinley Elementary School
  • Lacumbre Middle School
  • S.B. Sr. High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Sewer Stub Out
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Association fees include insurance, prop mgmt, comm area maint, exterior maint
  • 5 Units
  • Ortega Cottages Community
  • 20 Westside Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 037-510-001

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,317

Year Built

Built in 2006

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$250 per month

Listing Details

  • Association Fee: 250
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2006
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Gas Hookup, In Unit
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Cul-De-Sac, Near Public Transit
  • Reso Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Prop Mgmt, Comm Area Maint, Exterior Maint
  • Subdivision Name: 20 - Westside
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Reso Flooring: Laminate
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Single Story, Outside Stairs
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 2006
  • Property Information Total #Units: 5
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.02
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: McKinley
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: LaCumbre
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: Yes
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Exterior Wood Siding: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Bar2: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Amenities Dual Pane Window2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Bath2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Kitchen2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Disposal3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Range2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Microwave3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • WaterSewer Sewer Hookup: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Property Information Apx Lot SqFt: 887.0
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • Style:Contemporary2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Wooded4: Yes
  • Location Info Development Name: Ortega Cottages
  • FlrWdw Coverings Laminate2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Cpt #12: Yes
  • Laundry In Unit2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #12: Yes
  • Site Improvements Cable TV3: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Permeable Driveway2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Cul-De-Sac2: Yes
  • Laundry Gas Hookup2: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • Foundation Raised: Yes
  • View City4: Yes
  • CondoCO-OPPUD End Unit: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountain(s), City
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Acres: 0.02
  • Topography: Level
  • Common Walls: End Unit
  • Exterior Features: Patio Open, Wooded, Permeable Driveway
  • Foundation Details: Raised

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: SB Wtr
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Sidewalks
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Unit 1 Amenities:Cathedral Ceiling(s)2: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: McKinley
  • High School: S.B. Sr.
  • Middle Or Junior School: LaCumbre

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 037-510-001
  • Zoning: R-3
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 887.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 24, 2020
Closed on
Oct 23, 2020
Sold by
Vernon Gregory Robert
Bought by
Cotsis Carmen
Seller's Agent
Scott McCosker
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Erin Chadwick
Compass
List Price
$648,000
Sold Price
$655,000
Premium/Discount to List
$7,000
1.08%
Current Estimated Value
$931,855

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$276,855
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.41%
Original Mortgage
$622,250
Outstanding Balance
$554,976
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$410,234

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 19, 2018
Closed on
Nov 1, 2018
Sold by
Wood Daryk
Bought by
Vernon Vernon Gregory Robert Gregory Robert
Seller's Agent
Chris Jones
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Chris Jones
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$589,000
Sold Price
$579,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-1.7%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.63%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 28, 2014
Sold by
Wood Daryl and Wood Daphne
Bought by
Wood Daryl

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 6, 2008
Sold by
Blankenship John W
Bought by
Wood Daryl and Wood Daphne

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 23, 2008
Sold by
Blankenship Hazel M
Bought by
Blankenship John W

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 16, 2008
Sold by
Stenson Kevin P
Bought by
Blankenship John W and Blankenship Hazel M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 3, 2006
Sold by
Ortega Cottages Llc
Bought by
Stenson Kevin P and Blankenship John W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$476,000
Interest Rate
8.37%
Mortgage Type
Negative Amortization

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 29, 2003
Sold by
Blankenship John and Blankenship Hazel
Bought by
Ortega Cottages Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 17, 2003
Sold by
Roberts Donn and Roberts Jill
Bought by
Blankenship John and Blankenship Hazel

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$385,000
Interest Rate
4.63%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 27, 2003
Sold by
Drew Erica
Bought by
Drew Reggie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$385,000
Interest Rate
4.63%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 30, 2002
Sold by
Roberts Donn and Roberts Jill
Bought by
Roberts Donn and Roberts Jill

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$440,000
Interest Rate
5.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 12, 2002
Sold by
Brown B Elizabeth Webb
Bought by
Roberts Donn and Roberts Jill

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$440,000
Interest Rate
5.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 6, 2001
Sold by
Brown B Elizabeth
Bought by
Brown B Elizabeth Webb

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$380,000
Interest Rate
8.45%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 1, 2001
Sold by
Brown B Elizabeth Web
Bought by
Brown B Elizabeth

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$380,000
Interest Rate
8.45%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 29, 2000
Sold by
Elizabeth Brown B and Elizabeth Webb B
Bought by
Brown B Elizabeth Webb
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
Cotsis Carmen $655,000 Wfg National Title Ins Co
Vernon Vernon Gregory Robert Gregory Robert $579,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Wood Daryl -- None Available
Wood Daryl -- Chicago Title Company
Blankenship John W -- None Available
Blankenship John W -- Chicago Title Company
Stenson Kevin P -- Chicago Title Company
Ortega Cottages Llc -- Fidelity National Title Co
Blankenship John -- Fidelity National Title Co
Drew Reggie -- --
Roberts Donn -- --
Drew Reginald -- --
Roberts Donn -- Fidelity National Title Co
Brown B Elizabeth Webb -- Chicago Title Co
Brown B Elizabeth -- Chicago Title Co
Brown B Elizabeth Webb -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Cotsis Carmen $622,250
Previous Owner Vernon Gregory Robert $303,500
Previous Owner Stenson Kevin P $476,000
Previous Owner Ortega Cottages Llc $2,265,000
Previous Owner Blankenship John $385,000
Previous Owner Roberts Donn $440,000
Previous Owner Brown B Elizabeth $380,000
Previous Owner Brown B Elizabeth $217,500
Previous Owner Brown B Elizabeth $150,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/28/2020 10/28/20 Sold $655,000 +1.1% $664 / Sq Ft
09/26/2020 09/26/20 Pending -- -- --
09/24/2020 09/24/20 For Sale $648,000 +11.9% $657 / Sq Ft
11/27/2018 11/27/18 Sold $579,000 -1.7% $587 / Sq Ft
10/25/2018 10/25/18 Pending -- -- --
10/18/2018 10/18/18 For Sale $589,000 -- $597 / 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 $7,317 $708,990 $354,495 $354,495
2023 $7,317 $681,462 $340,731 $340,731
2022 $7,058 $668,100 $334,050 $334,050
2021 $6,893 $655,000 $327,500 $327,500
2020 $6,285 $590,580 $295,290 $295,290
2019 $6,175 $579,000 $289,500 $289,500
2018 $4,549 $423,275 $169,761 $253,514
2017 $4,399 $414,977 $166,433 $248,544
2016 $4,363 $406,841 $163,170 $243,671
2014 $4,246 $392,882 $157,572 $235,310
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • S

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Scott McCosker

    Coldwell Banker Realty

  • Erin Chadwick

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Erin Chadwick

    Compass

    (909) 273-4887

    2 in this area

    41 Total Sales

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    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Chris Jones

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    38 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 20-3769

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 037-510-001

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93101 Lower West

619 W Ortega St, Santa Barbara, CA

This home is located at 619 W Ortega St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 since 24 September 2020 and is currently estimated at $965,210, approximately $978 per square foot. This property was built in 2006. 619 W Ortega St is a home located in Santa Barbara County with nearby schools including McKinley Elementary School, La Cumbre Junior High School, and San Marcos Senior High School.

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