RENTED JUL 21, 2025

802 E Cota Unit 1a Santa Barbara, CA 93103

Eastside Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
675 Sq Ft
-- Built

Highlights

  • Panoramic View
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring
  • Washington Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • 5-minute walk to Ortega Park

About This Home

As of July 2025

Welcome to 802 E Cota St 1A, a distinctive gem nestled in the heart of Santa Barbara, CA. This charming residence offers a perfect blend of comfort and modern convenience, ideal for those seeking a cozy urban retreat.

Spread over a compact yet efficient 675 square feet, this one-bedroom, one-bathroom home presents an inviting ambiance with its thoughtfully designed layout. The property is situated on a desirable corner lot, enhancing its curb appeal and providing a sense of openness.

With a private deck providing views of the mountains and city, you will experience indoor-outdoor living while being conveniently located downtown. The two secured garage parking spots will also allow for you and your guests convenient car storage without needing to rely on finding spots on the street.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Alexander Stoeber

Compass License #02090649 Listed on: 07/09/2025

Compass

Last Renter's Agent

Alexander Stoeber

Compass License #02090649 Listed on: 07/09/2025

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Apartment

Lot Details

  • Gated Home
  • Corner Lot
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • City
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Tri-Level Property

Interior Spaces

  • 675 Sq Ft Home
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Additional Features

  • Accessible Elevator Installed
  • Deck
  • Property is near schools and bus stop
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Property Available on 7/8/25
  • Assessor Parcel Number 031-233-001

Community Details

Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities

Pet Policy

  • Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis

Property Details

Home Type

Apartment

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: ResidentialLease
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Apartment
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Common Area
  • ResoLotFeatures: Corner Lot
  • Reso Accessibility Features: Accessible Elevator Installed
  • Architectural Style: Apartment Style
  • Reso Flooring: Hardwood
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Tri-Level
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Good
  • Condition Good2: Yes
  • Property Information:Date Available: 2025-07-08
  • Property Information Total Bathrooms2: 1.0
  • View Mountain(s): Yes
  • View Setting: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Deck: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Range: Yes
  • Construction Tri-Level: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #23: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s): Yes
  • Security Fire Alarm: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Total # Garage Spaces3: 2.0
  • Security Smoke Detector(s): Yes
  • HeatingCooling GFA2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Bath: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Kitchen: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Stove: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus2: Yes
  • HeatingCooling AC Central: Yes
  • Pets Maybe: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood: Yes
  • Security Gate Electric: Yes
  • Style Apartment Style: Yes
  • Dining In Living Room: Yes
  • Laundry Common Area: Yes
  • Handicapped Access Elevator: Yes
  • LocationTopo Corner Lot: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: MultiFamily

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Stove, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Disposal: Yes

Exterior Features

  • View: Mountain(s), City, Panoramic, Setting
  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • View:City3: Yes
  • View:Panoramic: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Gar #2

Utilities

  • Heating: GFA
  • HeatingYN: Yes

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 031-233-001

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 14, 2008
Sold by
Buchanan L Stephen and Kelley Buchanan Christine D
Bought by
Grassini Lawrence P and Grassini Kathleen S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,750,000
Interest Rate
6.39%
Mortgage Type
Commercial

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 23, 2005
Sold by
Wyatt Philip J and Wyatt Debra Lenore
Bought by
Buchanan L Stephen and Kelley Buchanan Christine D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,197,500
Interest Rate
5.65%
Mortgage Type
Commercial

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 4, 2002
Sold by
Wyatt Debra Lenore
Bought by
Wyatt Debra Lenore

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$685,000
Interest Rate
6.99%
Mortgage Type
Commercial

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 5, 2001
Sold by
Wyatt Debra L
Bought by
Wyatt Debra Lenore

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 1, 2000
Sold by
Wyatt Debra L
Bought by
Wyatt Philip J and Wyatt Debra L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
7.67%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
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
Grassini Lawrence P -- Lawyers Title Company
Buchanan L Stephen -- Stewart Title Of Ca Inc
Wyatt Debra Lenore -- Stewart Title
Wyatt Debra Lenore -- --
Wyatt Philip J -- Stewart Title
Wyatt Philip J -- Stewart Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Grassini Lawrence P $1,750,000
Previous Owner Buchanan L Stephen $1,197,500
Previous Owner Wyatt Debra Lenore $685,000
Previous Owner Wyatt Philip J $250,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/21/2025 07/21/25 Rented $3,200 0.0% --
07/09/2025 07/09/25 For Rent $3,200 +36.2% --
08/18/2016 08/18/16 Rented $2,350 -6.0% --
08/18/2016 08/18/16 For Rent $2,500 -- --
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 $33,866 $3,261,896 $1,030,208 $2,231,688
2023 $33,866 $3,135,234 $990,204 $2,145,030
2022 $30,573 $2,731,000 $998,000 $1,733,000
2021 $27,560 $2,600,000 $950,000 $1,650,000
2020 $24,385 $2,300,000 $800,000 $1,500,000
2019 $24,438 $2,300,000 $800,000 $1,500,000
2018 $20,822 $1,948,064 $622,297 $1,325,767
2017 $20,135 $1,909,868 $610,096 $1,299,772
2016 $19,637 $1,872,421 $598,134 $1,274,287
2014 $19,102 $1,808,171 $577,610 $1,230,561
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Alexander Stoeber

    Landlord's Agent in 2025

    Alexander Stoeber

    Compass

    (805) 450-9944

    14 Total Sales

    Alexander Stoeber
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    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Paul Knight

    Richardson Real Estate Services, Inc.

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 25-2637

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 031-233-001

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93103 Eastside

802 E Cota Unit 1a, Santa Barbara, CA

Not Listed for Sale

MultiFamily

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