NOT LISTED FOR SALE

802 Kentia Ave Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Westside Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,332,000 - $1,660,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,021 Sq Ft
$1,453/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 16, 2023

Last sale price $1,363,000 $1,335 Per Sq Ft

Est. 9% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,291/month

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Parking available for a boat
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Mountain View
  • San Marcos Senior High School Rated A
  • Fruit Trees
  • Deck

About This Home

As of June 2023

Looking for a charming single level cottage in Santa Barbara? This lovely single-level 2 bedroom home is the perfect blend of modern amenities and timeless style. As soon as you step inside, you'll be greeted by beautiful oak floors throughout the house, which perfectly complement the wood burning fireplace with wrought iron mantle. The remodeled kitchen is truly the heart of the home, featuring a large cooking island, nostalgic refrigerator and stove, and French doors that open up to a large redwood deck, making it perfect for entertaining guests. The living room boasts a built-in alder wood entertainment center, complete with a sound system wired in for your listening pleasure. You'll love the matching alder wood and glass front door, which floods the home with natural light. Complemented by recessed lighting and a skylight in the hallway. The remodeled bathroom features marble countertops and subway tile, as well as a mosaic tile floor. The primary bedroom has french doors that lead out to the deck with stunning mountain views, perfect for enjoying a morning cup of coffee or an evening glass of wine. The backyard is a true oasis, a botanical garden, including 3 avocado trees in the front yard. There's even a detached garage and plenty of parking with space for an RV or boat. Gas, forced air heating is complemented with Mini Split air and heating units throughout allowing for room to room temperature control.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Alisa Pepper

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties Listed on: 04/20/2023

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Co-Listed By

Bill Urbany

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #00717028

Last Buyer's Agent

Stan Tabler

Compass License #00774377

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,664

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 6,969 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Irrigation
  • Fruit Trees
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking available for a boat
  • RV Access or Parking

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Raised Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,021 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Mountain Views

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near a bus stop
  • City Lot

Schools

  • Harding Elementary School
  • Lacumbre Middle School
  • San Marcos High School

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • 20 Westside Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 043-041-017

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,664

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Directions: Modoc Rd to Kentia Ave.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Laundry Room
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Near Public Transit
  • Co List Office Mls Id: prucal
  • Co List Office Phone: 805-687-2666
  • Subdivision Name: 20 - Westside
  • Architectural Style: Cal Cottage
  • Reso Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1954
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.16
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Harding
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: LaCumbre
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: San Marcos
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: Yes
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Style Cal Cottage: Yes
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation TO: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Laundry Laundry Room2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Bath2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Kitchen2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Stove3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • Dining In Kitchen4: Yes
  • Property Information Apx Lot SqFt: 6969.0
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Deck3: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Detached: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced BCK: Yes
  • Property Information Apx Lot Size FxD: 85' Front x 40' Back
  • Foundation Raised: Yes
  • ParkingGarage RV: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Boat: Yes
  • ParkingGarage:Total _pound_ Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Stove, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: LR

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 0.16
  • Topography: Level
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio Open, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation T/O, Fenced: BCK
  • Foundation Details: Raised

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Gar #2, RV, Boat, Detached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Other
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: SB Wtr
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Harding
  • High School: San Marcos
  • Middle Or Junior School: LaCumbre

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 043-041-017
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6969.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Apx Lot Size FxD

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 20, 2023
Closed on
Jun 2, 2023
Sold by
Amsden Donald J and Amsden Madaline
Bought by
Ofer Amir and Ofer Maureen Grimm
Seller's Agent
Alisa Pepper
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Stan Tabler
Compass
List Price
$1,399,000
Sold Price
$1,363,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$36,000
-2.57%
Views
91
Current Estimated Value
$1,483,908

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$120,908
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.94%
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
Ofer Amir $1,363,000 Chicago Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ofer Amir $500,000
Previous Owner Amsden Donald J $220,000
Previous Owner Amsden Donald J $135,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/16/2023 06/16/23 Sold $1,363,000 -2.6% $1,335 / Sq Ft
04/30/2023 04/30/23 Pending -- -- --
04/19/2023 04/19/23 For Sale $1,399,000 -- $1,370 / 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 $14,664 $1,418,065 $884,340 $533,725
2023 $14,664 $463,597 $247,555 $216,042
2022 $4,791 $454,507 $242,701 $211,806
2021 $4,678 $445,596 $237,943 $207,653
2020 $4,629 $441,028 $235,504 $205,524
2019 $4,547 $432,382 $230,887 $201,495
2018 $4,481 $423,905 $226,360 $197,545
2017 $4,332 $415,594 $221,922 $193,672
2016 $4,296 $407,446 $217,571 $189,875
2014 $4,179 $393,466 $210,106 $183,360
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Alisa Pepper

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Alisa Pepper

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    (805) 570-5680

    7 in this area

    58 Total Sales

    Alisa Pepper
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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023

    Bill Urbany

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    (805) 331-0248

    4 in this area

    25 Total Sales

    Bill Urbany
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  • Stan Tabler

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Stan Tabler

    Compass

    (805) 689-2305

    3 in this area

    38 Total Sales

    Stan Tabler
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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 23-1040

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 043-041-017

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93101 Westside

802 Kentia Ave, Santa Barbara, CA

This home is located at 802 Kentia Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 since 20 April 2023 and is currently estimated at $1,483,908, approximately $1,453 per square foot. This property was built in 1954. 802 Kentia Ave is a home located in Santa Barbara County with nearby schools including Harding University Partnership, La Cumbre Junior High School, and San Marcos Senior High School.

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