NOT LISTED FOR SALE

778 N Refugio Rd Santa Ynez, CA 93460

Santa Ynez Area

Estimated Value: $1,481,000 - $2,025,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,120 Sq Ft
$864/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 16, 2018

Last sale price $1,250,000 $590 Per Sq Ft

Est. 47% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $11,315 / mo

15 Days on Market

About This Home

As of July 2018

Over 4,600 sq ft total in this mini complex. Could easily accommodate numerous guests with the 3 cozy individual buildings, each with European gardens, French Doors, and a quaint rustic ambiance.The European Cottage style has 2 large art studios recently constructed by Mark Hemming. Tons of light, tall wood beamed open ceilings, wood wainscoting, niche shelving, full bathroom and kitchenette and two cozy gas stoves.Both studios have wide plank solid hardwood floors. Also features a 2 bdrm Gst Hse. The Main house kitchen features dramatic black Granite counters, rustic European distressed cabinetry as one finds in the Paris countryside, and a large newer master bedroom/bath with bay window and French doors to pool patio and English gardens.
A kidney shaped pool has been recently updated

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marilyn Elam

Elam, Crystal & Associates License #00541420 Listed on: 04/27/2018

Last Buyer's Agent

Non Member Agent

Non Member Office

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1966

Lot Details

  • 1.02 Acre Lot

Home Design

  • 2,120 Sq Ft Home

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Community Details

  • 2 Units
  • Santa Ynez Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 141-380-020

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1966

Lot Details

1.02 Acres

Listing Details

  • Directions: Hwy 246, turn south towards S Y River, on the left side of street.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1966
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • Subdivision Name: Santa Ynez
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1966
  • Property Information Total #Units: 2
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 1.02
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Other
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: Other
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: Other
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Property Information Main House SqFt: 2120.0
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Acres: 1.02

Schools

  • Elementary School: Other
  • High School: Other
  • Middle Or Junior School: Other

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 141-380-020
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 44431.2
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 27, 2018
Closed on
May 23, 2018
Sold by
Simandle Marilyn
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Marilyn Elam
Elam, Crystal & Associates
Buyer's Agent
Non Member Agent
Non Member Office
List Price
$1,299,000
Sold Price
$1,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,000
-3.77%
Current Estimated Value
$1,831,432

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$581,432
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.81%
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 29, 2013
Sold by
Goerschner Marilyn S
Bought by
Simandle Marilyn and Marilyn Simandle Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 17, 2003
Sold by
Simandale Marilyn and Goerschner Ted
Bought by
Goerschner Theodore L and Goerschner Marilyn S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$322,700
Interest Rate
5.73%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 3, 2003
Sold by
Simandle Marilyn
Bought by
Goerschner Ted and Simandle Marilyn G

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$322,700
Interest Rate
5.73%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 16, 1993
Sold by
Goerschner Ted
Bought by
Simandle Marilyn
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Agents Specializing in Santa Ynez, CA

  • Maurie McGuire Real Estate Agent - Sotheby's International Realty

    Maurie McGuire

    Sotheby's International Realty

    (805) 617-1644

    22 Total Sales

    1 in Santa Ynez

    $2,150,000 Price

    Maurie McGuire
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  • Kevin Goodwin Real Estate Agent - Goodwin & Thyne Properties

    Kevin Goodwin

    Responds Quickly

    Goodwin & Thyne Properties

    (805) 979-2658

    49 Total Sales

    1 in Santa Ynez

    $1,350,000 Price

    Kevin Goodwin
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  • Summer Knight Real Estate Agent - Sun Coast Real Estate

    Summer Knight

    Responds Quickly

    Sun Coast Real Estate

    (805) 335-6908

    139 Total Sales

    1 in Santa Ynez

    $930,000 Price

    Summer Knight
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  • Michelle Glaus Real Estate Agent - Village Properties

    Michelle Glaus

    Village Properties

    (805) 319-7162

    49 Total Sales

    18 in Santa Ynez

    $1.1M - $3.1M Price Range

    Michelle Glaus
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  • Chris Palme Real Estate Agent - Sotheby's International Realty

    Chris Palme

    Sotheby's International Realty

    (805) 262-8876

    17 Total Sales

    1 in Santa Ynez

    $1,875,000 Price

    Chris Palme
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  • Evan Lash Real Estate Agent - Grand Avenue Real Estate

    Evan Lash

    Responds Quickly

    Grand Avenue Real Estate

    (805) 360-4541

    17 Total Sales

    3 in Santa Ynez

    $1.3M - $1.6M Price Range

    Evan Lash
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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$1,250,000 First American Title Co
Simandle Marilyn -- None Available
Goerschner Theodore L -- --
Goerschner Ted -- Chicago Title Co
Simandle Marilyn -- Continental Lawyers Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $970,000
Previous Owner Castillo Patty $1,000,000
Previous Owner Simandle Marilyn $400,000
Previous Owner Goerschner Theodore L $250,000
Previous Owner Goerschner Ted $322,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/16/2018 07/16/18 Sold $1,250,000 -3.8% $590 / Sq Ft
05/12/2018 05/12/18 Pending -- -- --
04/27/2018 04/27/18 For Sale $1,299,000 -- $613 / 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 $15,107 $1,422,281 $682,695 $739,586
2025 $14,832 $1,394,394 $669,309 $725,085
2023 $14,832 $1,340,250 $643,320 $696,930
2022 $14,335 $1,313,971 $630,706 $683,265
2021 $14,113 $1,288,208 $618,340 $669,868
2020 $13,917 $1,275,000 $612,000 $663,000
2019 $13,624 $1,250,000 $600,000 $650,000
2018 $8,077 $749,279 $288,614 $460,665
2017 $7,936 $734,588 $282,955 $451,633
2016 $7,666 $720,210 $277,407 $442,803
2014 $7,246 $695,498 $267,889 $427,609
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • ME

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Marilyn Elam

    Elam, Crystal & Associates

    (805) 680-2234

    34 Total Sales

    Marilyn Elam
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  • NA

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Non Member Agent

    Non Member Office

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 18-1465

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 141-380-020

California Santa Barbara County Santa Ynez 93460

778 N Refugio Rd, Santa Ynez, CA

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