NOT LISTED FOR SALE

636 Aurora Ave Santa Barbara, CA 93109

Alta Mesa Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,716,000 - $3,115,009

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,676 Sq Ft
$1,101/Sq Ft Est. Value

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Property is near park, schools, and shops
  • Washington Elementary School Rated A
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of October 2024

For Lease: Ocean Views from this Elegant 3-bed, 3-bath furnished home. Now available October 1. Located in the coveted Mesa area of Santa Barbara, this 2676 sqft. residence offers a peaceful retreat near shopping, restaurants, downtown amenities, and popular beaches.
Interiors are light-filled, creating a warm atmosphere with an open floor plan connecting living spaces and a formal dining area. Patio doors lead to an entertaining area and landscaped private yard. The well-appointed kitchen, featuring a delightful dining nook, is perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The primary bedroom ensuite on the ground floor opens to a serene garden. cont... Upstairs, a spacious family/office/library boasts panoramic ocean views. Two additional bedrooms & bath ensure personal space and convenience for guests.
This home offers a lifestyle infused with coastal charm. Move-in ready, it's an understated yet remarkable residence. Call for details and to arrange a viewing. This home must be viewed to appreciate. some conditions apply.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Janice Laney

Keller Williams Realty Montecito License #01794041 Listed on: 01/17/2024

Keller Williams Realty Montecito

Last Renter's Agent

Janice Laney

Keller Williams Realty Montecito License #01794041 Listed on: 01/17/2024

Keller Williams Realty Montecito

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Cottage

Interior Spaces

  • 2,676 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Furnished
  • Family Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Ocean Views

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Patio

Additional Features

  • Property is near park, schools, and shops
  • Forced Air Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Property Available on 9/16/24
  • Assessor Parcel Number 035-122-013

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

10,454 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: ResidentialLease
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • NumberUnfurnished: Furnished
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Laundry Room
  • Architectural Style: Cal Cottage
  • Reso Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Property Information:Date Available: 2024-09-16
  • Property Information Total Bathrooms2: 3.0
  • Style Cal Cottage2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Total # Unconvered Spaces2: 2.0
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced Back: Yes
  • Laundry Laundry Room: Yes
  • Furnishings Fully Furnished: Yes
  • Property Information Year Built3: 1957
  • ParkingGarage Gar #23: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open: Yes
  • View Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s): Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping: Yes
  • Construction Two Story: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Total # Garage Spaces3: 1.0
  • HeatingCooling GFA2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s): Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Bedroom: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Area: Yes
  • Dining Formal: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Bath: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Kitchen: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Stove: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Carpet2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile: Yes
  • LocationTopo Level2: Yes
  • Rooms:Family Room: Yes
  • Pets Maybe: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1957

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Stove, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Disposal: Yes
  • Other Rooms:Office: Yes

Exterior Features

  • View: Ocean
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Back, Patio Open

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Gar #2

Utilities

  • Heating: GFA
  • HeatingYN: Yes

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 035-122-013

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 25, 2013
Sold by
Saffan David L and Saffan Elaine
Bought by
Saffan David L and Saffan Elaine Sevi
Current Estimated Value
$2,947,502

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 14, 2011
Sold by
Oshinsky Jerold and Oshinsky Sandra
Bought by
Saffan David L and Saffan Elaine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$728,000
Outstanding Balance
$495,544
Interest Rate
4.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$2,451,958

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 2, 2004
Sold by
Friedman Geoffrey and Oshinsky Alison
Bought by
Oshinsky Jerold and Oshinsky Sandra

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$655,000
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 23, 2003
Sold by
Oshinsky Jerold and Oshinsky Sandra
Bought by
Oshinsky Alison and Friedman Geoffrey

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 21, 2003
Sold by
Oshinsky Jerold and Oshinsky Sandra
Bought by
Oshinsky Jerold and Oshinsky Sandra

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$650,000
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 2, 2002
Sold by
Linn Lawrence R and Linn Anne C
Bought by
Oshinsky Jerold and Oshinsky Sandra M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$650,000
Interest Rate
5.62%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 12, 2001
Sold by
Miller Harris A
Bought by
Linn Lawrence R and Linn Anne C

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 29, 2000
Sold by
Jensrud Fam Trust Jensrud Hilmer J & Betty J
Bought by
Miller Harris A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$463,000
Interest Rate
8.25%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 11, 1996
Sold by
Jensrud Hilmer J and Jensrud Betty J
Bought by
Jensrud Hilmer J and Jensrud Betty J
Source: Public Records

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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
Saffan David L -- None Available
Saffan David L $910,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Oshinsky Jerold -- Equity Title Company Santa B
Oshinsky Alison -- --
Oshinsky Jerold -- Lawyers Title Company
Oshinsky Jerold -- First American Title Co
Linn Lawrence R -- First American Title
Miller Harris A -- First American Title
Jensrud Hilmer J -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Saffan David L $728,000
Previous Owner Oshinsky Jerold $655,000
Previous Owner Oshinsky Jerold $650,000
Previous Owner Oshinsky Jerold $650,000
Previous Owner Miller Harris A $463,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/05/2024 10/05/24 Rented -- -- --
09/30/2024 09/30/24 Under Contract -- -- --
09/04/2024 09/04/24 Price Changed $6,950 -12.6% $3 / Sq Ft
05/07/2024 05/07/24 Price Changed $7,950 -6.5% $3 / Sq Ft
01/17/2024 01/17/24 For Rent $8,500 -- --
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

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 $16,779 $1,615,067 $736,669 $878,398
2023 $16,779 $1,552,354 $708,064 $844,290
2022 $16,192 $1,521,917 $694,181 $827,736
2021 $15,820 $1,492,076 $680,570 $811,506
2020 $12,413 $1,170,033 $673,592 $496,441
2019 $11,116 $1,045,132 $660,385 $384,747
2018 $10,959 $1,024,640 $647,437 $377,203
2017 $10,597 $1,004,550 $634,743 $369,807
2016 $10,379 $984,854 $622,298 $362,556
2015 $10,014 $946,000 $597,000 $349,000
2014 $9,573 $901,000 $569,000 $332,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Janice Laney

    Landlord's Agent in 2024

    Janice Laney

    Keller Williams Realty Montecito

    (805) 705-6474

    33 Total Sales

    Janice Laney
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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 24-178

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 035-122-013

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93109 Alta Mesa

636 Aurora Ave, Santa Barbara, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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