NOT LISTED FOR SALE

712 Ladera Ln Santa Barbara, CA 93108

Toro Canyon Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,640,000 - $2,998,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
814 Sq Ft
$3,466/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 08, 2023

Last sale price $2,395,000 $2,942 Per Sq Ft

Est. 18% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $17,090/month

36 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Guest House
  • Custom Home
  • Updated Kitchen
  • River Front
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • 2.07 Acre Lot

About This Home

As of September 2023

Welcome to peace, quiet, nature- and complete privacy. This unique 2-ac property is a remarkable forest sanctuary. Just minutes from the Upper Village and Carpinteria. Located at the end of a private lane, the property consists of a main A-Frame house with 2 bdrms/1bath, and a separate studio/workshop with 1/2 bath and outside shower. Many recent upgrades include a redesigned kitchen, insulation, electrical, drywall, furnace,
tankless water/heater, all metal exterior, and Pella Impervia windows. Special features: a completely outfitted outdoor kitchen with a sunny deck above, numerous fruit trees, a partially below-ground basement and a large carport with storage. This is a must see property to fully appreciate it's magical setting.
NO DRIVE BYS-ALL SHOWINGS by APPOINTMENT ONLY

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jeanne Palumbo

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #00620622 Listed on: 07/23/2023

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Kim Hultgen

Village Properties License #00898369

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1970 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 2.07 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a stream
  • River Front
  • Rural Setting
  • Hilly Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition

Home Design

  • Custom Home
  • Metal Roof
  • Metal Siding
  • Steel Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 814 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Loft
  • Wood Flooring
  • Views of Woods
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • 2 Carport Spaces

Outdoor Features

  • Stream or River on Lot
  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Office or Studio
  • Shed

Schools

  • Summerland Elementary School
  • Carp. Jr. Middle School
  • Carp. Sr. High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Septic System

Additional Features

  • Guest House
  • Property is near park

Community Details

  • 10 Hidden Valley Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 155-100-004

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1970 | Remodeled

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Directions: Contact listing agent for directions and all showings.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • Road Frontage Type: River/Stream
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Not in-unit
  • ResoLotFeatures: Rural
  • Road Frontage Type: Easement
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name: 10 - Hidden Valley
  • Architectural Style: Other, Custom Built
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Reso Flooring: Hardwood
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Single Story, Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Other Structures: Studio, Shed(s)
  • Reso Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled, Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1970
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 2.07
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Summerland
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: Carp. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: Carp. Sr.
  • LocationTopo Hilly2: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Amenities Dual Pane Window2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Kitchen2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Stove3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • Property Information Main House SqFt: 814.0
  • Construction Two Story2: Yes
  • Other Buildings Studio: Yes
  • View Wooded3: Yes
  • Amenities Guest House2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Wooded4: Yes
  • WaterSewer Septic In: Yes
  • Property Condition UpdatedRemodeled: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Deck3: Yes
  • Other Buildings Shed: Yes
  • LocationTopo RiverStream2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Detached: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Total # Uncovered Spaces: 2.0
  • Appliances Included Low Flow Fixtures2: Yes
  • Style Custom Built: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Covered2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Rural2: Yes
  • Rooms Loft2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Cpt #22: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Total # Carport Spaces: 2.0
  • Exterior Steel Siding: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Stove, Low Flow Fixtures, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Appliances Included:Tankless Water Heater: Yes
  • Bedrooms Basement: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Metal
  • View: Setting, Wooded
  • Construction Type: Steel Siding
  • Acres: 2.07
  • Topography: Rural, Hilly
  • Waterfront Features: Stream
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio Open, Patio Covered, Fruit Trees, Wooded
  • Foundation Details: Mixed
  • ConstructionSiding:Roof Metal: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Open Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Cpt #2, Detached

Utilities

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

Association/Amenities

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: Summerland
  • High School: Carp. Sr.
  • Middle Or Junior School: Carp. Jr.

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 155-100-004
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 90169.2
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 23, 2023
Closed on
Aug 16, 2023
Sold by
2016 Kersnowski Living Trust and 2016 Speed Living Trust
Bought by
Smyth Andrew P
Seller's Agent
Jeanne Palumbo
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Kim Hultgen
Village Properties
List Price
$2,395,000
Sold Price
$2,395,000
Views
135
Current Estimated Value
$2,821,419

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$426,419
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.95%
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Outstanding Balance
$389,702
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$2,431,717

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 8, 2021
Sold by
Kersnowski Kasey and Kersnowski Christina
Bought by
2016 Kernsowski Living Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$525,000
Interest Rate
6.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 27, 2016
Sold by
Kersnowski Kasey
Bought by
Kersnowski Kasey

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 16, 2016
Sold by
Speed Christina
Bought by
Speed Christina

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 18, 2008
Sold by
Michel Felicia
Bought by
Kersnowski Kasey C and Speed Christina E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$720,000
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 21, 1998
Sold by
Michel Felicia M
Bought by
Felicia Michel Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 14, 1996
Sold by
1416 Eucalyptus Hill Road Santa Barbara
Bought by
Michel Felicia

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$700,000
Interest Rate
8.25%
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
Smyth Andrew P $2,395,000 First American Title
2016 Kernsowski Living Trust -- Amrock
Kersnowski Kasey -- Amrock
Kersnowski Kasey -- None Available
Speed Christina -- None Available
Kersnowski Kasey C -- First American Title Company
Felicia Michel Living Trust -- --
Michel Felicia $950,500 Santa Barbara Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Smyth Andrew P $400,000
Previous Owner Kersnowski Kasey $525,000
Previous Owner Kersnowski Kasey C $720,000
Previous Owner Michel Felicia $700,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/08/2023 09/08/23 Sold $2,395,000 0.0% $2,942 / Sq Ft
08/28/2023 08/28/23 Pending -- -- --
07/23/2023 07/23/23 For Sale $2,395,000 -- $2,942 / Sq Ft
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 $25,404 $2,442,900 $1,530,000 $912,900
2023 $25,404 $1,165,837 $946,880 $218,957
2022 $12,504 $1,142,978 $928,314 $214,664
2021 $10,425 $947,000 $712,000 $235,000
2020 $9,507 $861,000 $647,000 $214,000
2019 $9,120 $861,000 $647,000 $214,000
2018 $9,630 $906,000 $681,000 $225,000
2017 $9,651 $906,000 $681,000 $225,000
2016 $9,217 $863,000 $649,000 $214,000
2014 $7,915 $769,000 $578,000 $191,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Jeanne Palumbo

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    (805) 963-1640

    1 in this area

    19 Total Sales

    Jeanne Palumbo
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    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Kim Hultgen

    Village Properties

    (805) 895-2067

    1 in this area

    12 Total Sales

    Kim Hultgen
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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 23-2163

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 155-100-004

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93108 Toro Canyon

712 Ladera Ln, Santa Barbara, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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