NOT LISTED FOR SALE

655 El Bosque Rd Santa Barbara, CA 93108

Estimated Value: $7,175,000 - $13,532,495

3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,696 Sq Ft
$3,699/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 20, 2018

Last sale price $6,300,000 $2,337 Per Sq Ft

Est. 58% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $62,857/month

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Outdoor Pool
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Property is near public transit

About This Home

As of February 2018

This Mediterranean Pied-a-Terre, known as the Gallager House, is a unique part of Santa Barbara’s architectural history. It was designed by Lutah Riggs in 1930’s while employed by G.W. Smith, both notable Santa Barbara architects. The approximately 2,696 sq. ft. home offers 3-bedrooms, 3.5-baths, with a gracious living room, dining room, formal entry, and a sun porch off the master bedroom, as well as a pool, koi pond, and an aviary. The property is set on one beautifully landscaped acre on one of Montecito’s most desirable streets, all within close proximity to the famous San Ysidro Ranch and Montecito’s Upper Village.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Suzanne Perkins

Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 11/18/2017

Last Buyer's Agent

Randall Solakian

Coldwell Banker Realty License #00622258

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $103,429

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Gated Home
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned E-1

Parking

  • Garage

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Raised Foundation
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,696 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Remodeled Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Pool
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a bus stop

Schools

  • Mont Union Elementary School
  • S.B. Jr. Middle School
  • S.B. Sr. High School

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 011-150-008

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$103,429

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Laundry Room
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Near Public Transit
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Gate:Elec
  • Architectural Style: Medit
  • Reso Flooring: Wood, Carpet
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Other Structures: Other
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1930
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 1.0
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Mont Union
  • 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: No
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Pool: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced ALL2: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Bedroom2: Yes
  • Laundry Laundry Room2: 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 Washer3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security GateElec: Yes
  • Construction Two Story2: Yes
  • View Wooded3: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Dining Formal2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Wooded4: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Carpet: Yes
  • Roof:Tile2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Wood2: Yes
  • Style Medit2: Yes
  • Foundation Raised: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: LR

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile
  • View: Mountain(s), Setting, Wooded
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 1.0
  • Topography: Level
  • Exterior Features: Pool, Patio Open, Wooded, Fenced: ALL
  • Foundation Details: Raised

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Gar #2

Utilities

  • Water Source: Mont Wtr

Association/Amenities

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

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 011-150-008
  • Zoning: E-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 43560.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 10, 2021
Sold by
Astor Street Partners California Llc
Bought by
Maier Thomas R and The Thomas R Maier Revocable T
Current Estimated Value
$9,973,498

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 11, 2017
Sold by
Neuman Harley J
Bought by
Astor Street Partners California Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 6, 2017
Sold by
Hallberg Richard and Cuevas Daniel
Bought by
The See House Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 17, 2005
Sold by
Wiseley Barbara J
Bought by
Wiseley Barbara Jean

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 8, 2002
Sold by
Johnson Nelson and Clemensen Mariel C
Bought by
Wiseley Barbara J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
6.78%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 30, 2001
Sold by
Clemensen Mariel C
Bought by
Johnson Nelson and Clemensen Mariel C
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
Maier Thomas R $9,300,000 Chicago Title Company
Astor Street Partners California Llc $6,300,000 Chicago Title Co
The See House Trust $5,900,000 Chicago Title Company
Wiseley Barbara Jean -- None Available
Wiseley Barbara J -- Lawyers Title Company
Johnson Nelson -- Equity Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Wiseley Barbara Jean $1,495,000
Previous Owner Wiseley Barbara J $153,000
Previous Owner Wiseley Barbara $150,000
Previous Owner Wiseley Barbara J $1,500,000
Previous Owner Johnson Nelson $1,175,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/20/2018 02/20/18 Sold $6,300,000 0.0% $2,337 / Sq Ft
11/29/2017 11/29/17 Pending -- -- --
11/18/2017 11/18/17 For Sale $6,300,000 -- $2,337 / 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 $103,429 $10,066,618 $4,329,728 $5,736,890
2023 $103,429 $9,675,720 $4,161,600 $5,514,120
2022 $99,752 $9,486,000 $4,080,000 $5,406,000
2021 $70,047 $6,622,424 $2,417,710 $4,204,714
2020 $69,338 $6,554,520 $2,392,920 $4,161,600
2019 $67,810 $6,426,000 $2,346,000 $4,080,000
2018 $62,414 $5,900,000 $2,800,000 $3,100,000
2017 $30,606 $2,818,744 $2,036,634 $782,110
2016 $29,674 $2,763,475 $1,996,700 $766,775
2014 $28,653 $2,668,647 $1,928,183 $740,464
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • S

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Suzanne Perkins

    Sotheby's International Realty

  • R

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Randall Solakian

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (805) 565-2208

    3 in this area

    3 Total Sales

    Randall Solakian
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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 17-3816

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 011-150-008

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93108

655 El Bosque Rd, Santa Barbara, CA

This home is located at 655 El Bosque Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108 since 18 November 2017 and is currently estimated at $9,973,498, approximately $3,699 per square foot. This property was built in 1930. 655 El Bosque Rd is a home located in Santa Barbara County with nearby schools including Santa Barbara Junior High School, Santa Barbara Senior High School, and Our Lady of Mount Carmel School.

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