NOT LISTED FOR SALE

7956 Winchester Cir Goleta, CA 93117

El Encanto Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,672,000 - $1,863,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,254 Sq Ft
$794/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 10, 2015

Last sale price $970,000 $430 Per Sq Ft

Est. 84% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,408/month

19 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Clubhouse
  • Property is near a park
  • Goleta Valley Junior High School Rated A
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Cathedral Ceiling

About This Home

As of November 2015

Stunning 4 bed and 2.5 bath Mediterranean style home in the beautiful Winchester Commons Development. This luxurious single level home is flooded with natural light and exudes sophistication while maintaining a warm and casual atmosphere. Gleaming hardwood floors, soaring ceilings ,skylights and a two-sided fireplace showcase the spacious living room and adjacent formal dining room. The gourmet kitchen features top-of-the line stainless appliances, granite counters, breakfast nook and walk-in pantry. An adjacent family room with fireplace leads to the backyard. The large master suite has his/her walk in closets and a romantic fireplace.

The Winchester community offers: Tennis courts, pool, spa, clubhouse, greenbelts areas with gazebos and basketball. Conveniently located across the road from the beach and golf course and Butterfly preserve. Only minutes to parks, bike paths, shopping, and restaurants. California living at its best!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gail Shannon

Village Properties - 1 License #01010817 Listed on: 08/19/2015

Last Buyer's Agent

Gregg Leach

Village Properties License #01005773

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,733

Year Built

  • Built in 1996

Lot Details

  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Irrigation
  • Lawn
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned PUD

HOA Fees

  • $264 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Garage

Home Design

  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,254 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Central Vacuum
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Monitored

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Built-In Double Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • 220 Volts In Laundry

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean

Location

  • Property is near a park
  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Ellwood Elementary School
  • Gol Valley Middle School
  • Dos Pueblos High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Underground Utilities
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 079-710-001

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include prop mgmt, comm area maint
  • Winchester Commons Community
  • 35 Winchester Commons Subdivision
  • Greenbelt

Amenities

  • Clubhouse
  • Game Room

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,733

Year Built

Built in 1996

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$264 per month

Listing Details

  • Association Fee: $264/ month
  • Directions: 101 to Winchester Canyon exit. Go straight and Turn into main entrance of Winchester commons then left on Winchester Circle.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1996
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: 220V Elect, In Garage
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Monitored, Security System
  • Reso Association Amenities: Tennis Court(s), Spa/Hot Tub, Clubhouse, Pool, Game Room, Play Area, Greenbelt
  • Reso Association Fee Includes: Prop Mgmt, Comm Area Maint
  • Subdivision Name: 35 - Winchester Commons
  • Architectural Style: Medit
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1996
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Ellwood
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: Gol Valley
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: Dos Pueblos
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Site Improvements Underground Util: Yes
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation TO: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Lawn2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Rooms Family Room4: Yes
  • Amenities Dual Pane Window2: Yes
  • Amenities Skylight2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Disposal3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Range2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Microwave3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security Security System: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Area2: Yes
  • Dining Formal2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Dining Room2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Family Room3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Gas8: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Primary Bedroom: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced PRT: Yes
  • Location Info Development Name: Winchester Commons
  • Roof:Tile2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced BCK: Yes
  • Laundry In Garage2: Yes
  • Laundry:_two_20V Elect2: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Pool4: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Play Area: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Greenbelt2: Yes
  • Site Improvements Cable TV3: Yes
  • Appliances Included OvenBltin: Yes
  • Appliances Included Wtr SoftenerOwned: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • Style Medit2: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Clubhouse: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities SpaHot Tub: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Game Room2: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Tennis Court(s)2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Central Vac2: Yes
  • Security Monitored2: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Oven/Bltin, Central Vac, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Washer, Wtr Softener/Owned
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Primary Bedroom, Family Room, Dining Room, Gas, LR
  • Appliances Included:Double Oven2: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Topography: Level
  • Exterior Features: Lawn, Yard Irrigation T/O, Fenced: BCK, Fenced: PRT
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Utilities: Underground Util
  • Water Source: Goleta Wtr
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: Ellwood
  • High School: Dos Pueblos
  • Middle Or Junior School: Gol Valley

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 079-710-001
  • Zoning: PUD

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 19, 2015
Closed on
Sep 24, 2015
Sold by
Crane Patrick E and Crane Joan L
Bought by
Long Carla Ann
Seller's Agent
Gail Shannon
Village Properties - 1
Buyer's Agent
Gregg Leach
Village Properties
List Price
$979,000
Sold Price
$970,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-0.92%
Current Estimated Value
$1,789,424

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$819,424
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.41%
Original Mortgage
$625,500
Interest Rate
3.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 20, 2013
Sold by
Crane Patrick E and Crane Joan L
Bought by
Crane Patrick E and Crane Joan L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 13, 2008
Sold by
Zhang Jin Ping and Li De Jie
Bought by
Crane Patrick E and Crane Joan L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Interest Rate
5.9%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 25, 1997
Sold by
Arroyo Vista Partners
Bought by
Zhang Jin Ping and Li De Jie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$246,000
Interest Rate
7.5%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
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
Long Carla Ann $970,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Crane Patrick E -- None Available
Crane Patrick E -- First American Title Company
Zhang Jin Ping $328,500 Fidelity National Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Long Carla Ann $575,000
Previous Owner Long Carla Ann $625,500
Previous Owner Crane Patrick E $259,700
Previous Owner Crane Patrick E $275,000
Previous Owner Zhang Jinping $122,400
Previous Owner Zhang Jin Ping $680,000
Previous Owner Zhang Jin Ping $125,000
Previous Owner Zhang Jin Ping $550,000
Previous Owner Zhang Jin Ping $100,000
Previous Owner Zhang Jin Ping $363,000
Previous Owner Zhang Jin Ping $360,000
Previous Owner Zhang Jin Ping $290,000
Previous Owner Zhang Jin Ping $292,000
Previous Owner Zhang Jin Ping $246,000
Closed Zhang Jin Ping $49,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/10/2015 11/10/15 Sold $970,000 -0.9% $430 / Sq Ft
09/07/2015 09/07/15 Pending -- -- --
08/19/2015 08/19/15 For Sale $979,000 -- $434 / 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 $4,733 $420,056 $176,090 $243,966
2023 $4,733 $403,747 $169,253 $234,494
2022 $4,458 $395,832 $165,935 $229,897
2021 $4,384 $388,072 $162,682 $225,390
2020 $4,272 $384,093 $161,014 $223,079
2019 $4,195 $376,562 $157,857 $218,705
2018 $4,118 $369,179 $154,762 $214,417
2017 $4,053 $361,941 $151,728 $210,213
2016 $3,964 $354,845 $148,753 $206,092
2015 $9,499 $882,000 $498,000 $384,000
2014 $9,326 $864,000 $488,000 $376,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Gail Shannon

    Village Properties - 1

  • Gregg Leach

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Gregg Leach

    Village Properties

    (805) 886-9000

    59 Total Sales

    Gregg Leach
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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 15-2830

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 079-710-001

California Santa Barbara County Goleta 93117 El Encanto Heights

7956 Winchester Cir, Goleta, CA

This home is located at 7956 Winchester Cir, Goleta, CA 93117 since 19 August 2015 and is currently estimated at $1,789,424, approximately $793 per square foot. This property was built in 1996. 7956 Winchester Cir is a home located in Santa Barbara County with nearby schools including Brandon Elementary School, Goleta Valley Junior High School, and Dos Pueblos Senior High School.

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