Chris Palme
Sotheby's International Realty
(805) 262-8876
17 Total Sales
1 in Eucalyptus Hill
$2,750,000 Price
740 Santecito Dr Santa Barbara, CA 93108
Eucalyptus Hill NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $4,558,000 - $4,987,651
4
Beds
4
Baths
2,810
Sq Ft
$1,719/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Spa
- Property is near an ocean
- Fruit Trees
- Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
- Reverse Osmosis System
- Property is near park, public transit, schools, shops, and bus stop
About This Home
As of April 2023You will surely fall in love with this elegantly sophisticated Spanish style single level Montecito home. 1st time on the market in 18+ years! This is an entertainer's dream featuring 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 2 half baths, vaulted ceilings, chef's kitchen with high-end appliances including 6-burner Viking gas cooktop and oven & Viking refrigerator, living room with gas fireplace, bonus bedroom/office off the kitchen & attached 2-car garage. The French doors from the great room lead to the fusion pool heated by thermal solar with 2 waterfalls, spa, Lynx U-line echelon barbecue area, trellised stone patio & grassy area. This oasis is completely privatized by a natural Cypress tree-lined fence and maximizes the indoor/outdoor entertaining experience. Other amenities include distressed Siberian oak plank floors, red tile roof, solar panels, Venetian plaster, heated Travertine & Jerusalem marble floors, reverse osmoses & water softener. All of this perfectly perched on a 14,810 +/- sqft lot at the side of the cul-de-sac with exquisite curb appeal featuring mature landscaping & uplighting with noticeable prominence. This is the perfect home for the most discerning buyer.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Sotheby's International Realty License #01355215 Listed on: 02/28/2023
Last Buyer's Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01415235
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1961
Lot Details
- 14,810 Sq Ft Lot
- Back Yard Fenced
- Level Lot
- Fruit Trees
- Lawn
- Property is in excellent condition
Parking
- Attached Garage
Home Design
- Spanish Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Tile Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,810 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Central Vacuum
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- 220 Volts In Laundry
- Property Views
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Built-In Gas Oven
- Stove
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Reverse Osmosis System
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Stone
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Remodeled Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Spa
- Property is near an ocean
- Patio
- Built-In Barbecue
Location
- Property is near park, public transit, schools, shops, and bus stop
- Property near a hospital
- City Lot
Schools
- Cleveland Elementary School
- S.B. Jr. Middle School
- S.B. Sr. High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Water Softener is Owned
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Restaurant
Listing and Financial Details
- Exclusions: Other
- Assessor Parcel Number 015-070-006
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 28, 2023
Closed on
Mar 31, 2023
Sold by
Peardon William and Peardon Felice
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Sandy Lipowski
Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Josiah Hamilton
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$4,679,000
Sold Price
$4,390,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$289,000
-6.18%
Views
174
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
$439,644
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.85%
Original Mortgage
$3,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,885,683
Interest Rate
6.65%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,943,480
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 4, 2004
Sold by
Santecito Llc
Bought by
Peardon William and Peardon Felice
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,500,000
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 16, 2002
Sold by
Peck Randall J
Bought by
Santecito Llc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$935,000
Interest Rate
6.09%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 18, 2002
Sold by
Rygnestad Birget and Rygnestad Betty
Bought by
Peck Randall J and Birget Rygnestad Trust
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Eucalyptus Hill, CA
-
Chris Palme
-
Maurie McGuire
Maurie McGuire
Sotheby's International Realty
(805) 617-1644
22 Total Sales
3 in Eucalyptus Hill
$4M - $9.6M Price Range
-
Susan Pate
Susan Pate
Compass
(805) 617-1044
10 Total Sales
2 in Eucalyptus Hill
$5,000,000 Price Range
-
Summer Knight
Summer Knight
Responds QuicklySun Coast Real Estate
(805) 335-6908
139 Total Sales
1 in Eucalyptus Hill
$2,450,000 Price
-
Janice Laney
Janice Laney
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Santa Barbara
(805) 865-7385
31 Total Sales
1 in Eucalyptus Hill
$2,700,000 Price
-
Tiffany Dore
Tiffany Dore
Village Properties
(805) 324-6641
23 Total Sales
1 in Eucalyptus Hill
$2,750,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $4,390,000 | Fidelity National Title Compan | ||
| Peardon William | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Santecito Llc | $784,000 | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Peck Randall J | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $3,000,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | Peardon Felice | $525,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Peardon William | $1,645,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Peardon William | $1,666,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Peardon William | $1,497,600 | |
| Previous Owner | Peardon William | $1,500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Peardon William | $385,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Peardon William | $1,500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Santecito Llc | $935,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/14/2023 04/14/23 | Sold | $4,390,000 | -6.2% | $1,562 / Sq Ft |
| 03/17/2023 03/17/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/28/2023 02/28/23 | For Sale | $4,679,000 | -- | $1,665 / 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 | $48,333 | $4,658,702 | $2,016,295 | $2,642,407 |
| 2025 | $47,507 | $4,567,356 | $1,976,760 | $2,590,596 |
| 2023 | $47,507 | $2,828,220 | $1,138,813 | $1,689,407 |
| 2022 | $29,623 | $2,772,766 | $1,116,484 | $1,656,282 |
| 2021 | $28,945 | $2,718,399 | $1,094,593 | $1,623,806 |
| 2020 | $26,040 | $2,444,000 | $977,000 | $1,467,000 |
| 2019 | $26,029 | $2,444,000 | $977,000 | $1,467,000 |
| 2018 | $25,659 | $2,396,000 | $958,000 | $1,438,000 |
| 2017 | $24,108 | $2,282,000 | $912,000 | $1,370,000 |
| 2016 | $22,824 | $2,173,000 | $868,000 | $1,305,000 |
| 2014 | $19,923 | $1,881,000 | $751,300 | $1,129,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Sandy Lipowski
SL
Seller's Agent in 2023
Sandy Lipowski
Sotheby's International Realty
(805) 403-3844
2 in this area
31 Total Sales
-
Josiah Hamilton
JH
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Josiah Hamilton
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(805) 284-8835
9 in this area
53 Total Sales
Map
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service
MLS Number: 23-513
APN: 015-070-006
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