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Seller's Agent in 2020
John Sener
Village Properties - 1
696 Romero Canyon Rd Santa Barbara, CA 93108
Estimated Value: $4,727,000 - $4,900,000
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,566
Sq Ft
$3,064/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Guest House
- Horses Allowed in Community
- RV Access or Parking
- Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
- Art Studio
- Property is near an ocean
About This Home
As of October 2020UNDER $3 MILLION WITH ROOM TO EXPAND IN MUS! REMODELED MID-CENTURY HOME & GUEST HOUSE on 1+ FLAT MONTECITO ACRE. Down a long private drive, sits a bright, modern 2BR/2BA designer farmhouse with 1BR/1BA guesthouse & 4-car garage. A sunny living room & remodeled kitchen open to the newly landscaped, enclosed yard, framed by mountain views. A freshly remodeled, luxurious master bathroom accents a serene master suite. Large 2nd bedroom with redone en-suite bath. Exceptionally private, hedged grounds are studded with a tax advantage producing avocado orchard, oaks, various citrus, plum, apple, fig, pear, nectarine, peach & specimen cacti. In a beloved MUS neighborhood with access to trails and beaches, life here is pure joy with investment upside! Plans for new entry SECURITY GATE & driveway. FEATURES:
DUAL INCOME POTENTIAL from two residences.
MAIN HOUSE: Remodeled Kitchen w/Sub-Zero refrigerator, 130 bottle wine refrigerator, black quartz counters, vintage stainless steel dual-draining sink. In-island cooktop and oven. New flooring and Air Conditioning. Fully remodeled within the last 6 months.
PRIMARY SUITE: Two walk-in closets. Beautifully remodeled new bathroom with walk-in shower (remodeled within the last 6 months).
BEDROOM 2: Private entrance, remodeled full bathroom, doors to newly landscaped backyard.
GUEST HOUSE: Full kitchen, freshly remodeled bath, new high efficiency heating and Air Conditioning, sliding doors to private shade patio, new window awnings.
GARAGES: TWO 2-car garages (parking for four cars indoors, and 4 cars outdoors)
LAUNDRY ROOM: New washer, dryer, utility sink
ORCHARD: Income producing avocado orchard includes orange, lemon, lime, grapefruit, plum, apple fig, pear nectarine, peach, irrigation, views.
VEGETABLE GARDEN: Raised beds
Last Agent to Sell the Property
John Sener
Village Properties - 1 Listed on: 07/28/2020
Last Buyer's Agent
Charlie Petersen
Coldwell Banker Realty
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $29,779
Year Built
- Built in 1947
Lot Details
- 1.06 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 137x326
- Partially Fenced Property
- Level Lot
- Irrigation
- Fruit Trees
- Property is in excellent condition
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,566 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Skylights
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Library
- Art Studio
- Mountain Views
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Linoleum
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Maid or Guest Quarters
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- Detached Garage
- Uncovered Parking
- RV Access or Parking
Outdoor Features
- Property is near an ocean
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Separate Outdoor Workshop
Location
- Property is near a park
- Property is near public transit
- Property near a hospital
- 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
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Forced Air Heating System
- Water Softener is Owned
- Septic System
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Stepless Entry
- Guest House
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 155-050-013
Community Details
Overview
- 2 Units
Recreation
- Horses Allowed in Community
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 28, 2020
Closed on
Oct 12, 2020
Sold by
Williams Peter J
Bought by
Smith Kurt B and Smith Sarah C
Seller's Agent
John Sener
Village Properties - 1
Buyer's Agent
Charlie Petersen
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$2,995,000
Sold Price
$2,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$295,000
-9.85%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$2,098,053
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.69%
Original Mortgage
$2,160,000
Interest Rate
2.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 2, 2007
Sold by
Meyer Wardlee S and Meyer Richard A
Bought by
Williams Peter J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,432,500
Interest Rate
6.29%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 10, 2007
Sold by
Smith Wardlee
Bought by
Meyer Richard A and Meyer Wardlee S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,300,000
Interest Rate
6.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 23, 2007
Sold by
Meyer Wardlee
Bought by
Meyer Richard A and Meyer Wardlee Smith
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,300,000
Interest Rate
6.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 8, 2002
Sold by
Meyer Wardlee
Bought by
Meyer Wardlee
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 28, 1994
Sold by
Smith Wardlee
Bought by
Smith Wardlee
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smith Kurt B | $2,700,000 | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Williams Peter J | -- | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Meyer Richard A | -- | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Meyer Richard A | -- | None Available | |
| Meyer Wardlee | -- | -- | |
| Meyer Wardlee | -- | -- | |
| Meyer Wardlee | -- | -- | |
| Smith Wardlee | -- | -- | |
| Smith Wardlee | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Smith Kurt B | $850,000 | |
| Open | Smith Kurt B | $2,250,000 | |
| Closed | Smith Kurt B | $2,160,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Williams Peter J | $1,181,250 | |
| Previous Owner | Williams Peter J | $1,432,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Meyer Richard A | $1,300,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/19/2020 10/19/20 | Sold | $2,700,000 | -9.8% | $1,724 / Sq Ft |
| 08/28/2020 08/28/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/26/2020 07/26/20 | For Sale | $2,995,000 | -- | $1,913 / Sq Ft |
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $29,779 | $2,922,565 | $1,894,256 | $1,028,309 |
| 2023 | $29,779 | $2,809,080 | $1,820,700 | $988,380 |
| 2022 | $28,766 | $2,754,000 | $1,785,000 | $969,000 |
| 2021 | $28,157 | $2,700,000 | $1,750,000 | $950,000 |
| 2020 | $17,901 | $1,706,000 | $1,429,000 | $277,000 |
| 2019 | $17,702 | $1,706,000 | $1,429,000 | $277,000 |
| 2018 | $18,630 | $1,796,000 | $1,504,000 | $292,000 |
| 2017 | $18,678 | $1,796,000 | $1,504,000 | $292,000 |
| 2016 | $17,644 | $1,710,000 | $1,432,000 | $278,000 |
| 2014 | $15,815 | $1,523,000 | $1,276,000 | $247,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Buyer's Agent in 2020
Charlie Petersen
Coldwell Banker Realty
Map
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service
MLS Number: 20-2837
APN: 155-050-013
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