NOT LISTED FOR SALE

631 W Ortega St Unit B Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Lower West Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $923,555

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,070 Sq Ft
$863/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: March 28, 2012

Last sale price $320,000 $299 Per Sq Ft

Est. 189% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,789 / mo

54 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Mountain View
  • Property is near public transit, schools, and bus stop
  • San Marcos Senior High School Rated A-
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Covered Patio or Porch

About This Home

As of March 2012

Newer construction 2BR/2BA townhome. 2-story, private yard and patio, garage, mountain views. Convenient location.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa Van Deusen

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties Listed on: 06/15/2011

Last Buyer's Agent

Art Addeman

Pitts & Bachmann Realtors

Range of Values:

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Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • Property is in good condition

HOA Fees

  • $179 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,070 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Skylights
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Dining Area
  • Mountain Views

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Parquet
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Home Security

Parking

  • Direct Access Garage
  • Open Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit, schools, and bus stop
  • City Lot

Schools

  • Harding Elementary School
  • S.B. Jr. Middle School
  • S.B. Sr. High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 037-490-002

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include insurance, trash
  • 10 Buildings
  • 10 Units
  • Ortega Community
  • 20 Westside Subdivision

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Additional Features

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

523 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$179 per month

Listing Details

  • Association Fee: 179
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Common Area
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Near Public Transit
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Reso Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Trash
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Standard Status: Closed
  • Subdivision Name: 20 - Westside
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Townhouse
  • Reso Flooring: Carpet, Parquet
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Good
  • Property Information Year Built2: 2005
  • Property Information Total #Units: 10
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Harding
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Property Information Within City Limits: Yes
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Interior Access: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Amenities Dual Pane Window2: Yes
  • Amenities Skylight2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Disposal3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Stove3: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • Construction Two Story2: Yes
  • Condition Good2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • Style:Contemporary2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Carpet: Yes
  • Location Info Development Name: Ortega
  • Roof:Tile2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #12: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Unc #12: Yes
  • Site Improvements Cable TV3: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Covered2: Yes
  • Laundry Common Area2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Parquet2: Yes
  • Style Townhouse2: Yes
  • Assessor's Data Assessor Year Built: 2005.0
  • Special Features: 12
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Stove
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile
  • View: Mountain(s), Setting
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Topography: Level
  • Exterior Features: Patio Covered
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Gar #1, Unc #1, Interior Access

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Association: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Harding
  • High School: S.B. Sr.
  • Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 037-490-002
  • Zoning: R-3

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 15, 2011
Closed on
May 8, 2012
Sold by
Hill Phillip J
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Lisa Van Deusen
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Art Addeman
Pitts & Bachmann Realtors
List Price
$369,000
Sold Price
$320,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,000
-13.28%
Current Estimated Value
$923,555

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$603,555
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.57%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 15, 2011
Closed on
Mar 23, 2012
Sold by
Parker Joseph R and Parker Adele J
Bought by
Hill Phillip J
Seller's Agent
Lisa Van Deusen
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Art Addeman
Pitts & Bachmann Realtors
List Price
$369,000
Sold Price
$320,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,000
-13.28%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 24, 2005
Sold by
Casas De Ortega Llc
Bought by
Parker Joseph R and Parker Adele J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$67,450
Interest Rate
5.51%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

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    24 Total Sales

    1 in Lower West

    $1,265,000 Price

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    $1,075,000 Price

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
-- None Available
Hill Phillip J $320,000 Chicago Title Company
Parker Joseph R -- Chicago Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $67,450
Previous Owner Parker Joseph R $540,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/28/2012 03/28/12 Sold $320,000 -13.3% $299 / Sq Ft
08/08/2011 08/08/11 Pending -- -- --
06/15/2011 06/15/11 For Sale $369,000 -- $345 / Sq Ft
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

Tax History

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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
2026 $4,284 $409,963 $192,169 $217,794
2025 $4,284 $401,925 $188,401 $213,524
2023 $4,210 $386,320 $181,086 $205,234
2022 $4,062 $378,746 $177,536 $201,210
2021 $3,967 $371,320 $174,055 $197,265
2020 $3,926 $367,514 $172,271 $195,243
2019 $3,857 $360,309 $168,894 $191,415
2018 $3,803 $353,245 $165,583 $187,662
2017 $3,677 $346,320 $162,337 $183,983
2016 $3,662 $339,530 $159,154 $180,376
2015 $3,622 $334,431 $156,764 $177,667
2014 $3,564 $327,881 $153,694 $174,187
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • LV

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Lisa Van Deusen

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

  • AA

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Art Addeman

    Pitts & Bachmann Realtors

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 11-2157

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 037-490-002

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93101 Lower West

631 W Ortega St Unit B, Santa Barbara, CA

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