NOT LISTED FOR SALE

902 W Islay St Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Westside Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,441,000 - $1,892,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,164 Sq Ft
$1,463/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 31, 2022

Last sale price $1,650,000 $1,418 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,361/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fruit Trees
  • Mountain View
  • Wood Flooring
  • San Marcos Senior High School Rated A-
  • Property is near public transit and bus stop
  • Corner Lot

About This Home

As of March 2022

Built in 1935, this lovingly maintained Westside cottage belongs in the pages of a storybook. Built-in cabinets and shelving, coved ceilings, thick plastered walls, a living room fireplace and hardwood flooring provide irresistible charm & effortless character complimenting the open floor plan with abundant natural light. Modern conveniences harmonize with classic features, such as an updated kitchen with restored vintage stove, remodeled bathroom and newer systems. Complete with a private fenced yard, bonus room and storage, this magical property is conveniently situated near Santa Barbara's harbor, the Mesa, and SBCC, presenting an incredible opportunity to experience ideal Santa Barbara living.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kelly Knight

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01463617 Listed on: 02/17/2022

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Suzanne Dahl

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #02021715

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1935

Lot Details

  • 4,791 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Irrigation
  • Fruit Trees
  • Lawn
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned R-2

Parking

  • Garage

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Raised Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,164 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Mountain Views

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Built-In Barbecue

Location

  • Property is near public transit and bus stop
  • City Lot

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Sewer Stub Out
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • 20 Westside Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 043-144-010

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1935

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Directions: West Mission St; left on Gillespie St; right on Islay. Property at corner of Gillespie and Islay.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1935
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Gas Hookup, Laundry Room
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Corner Lot, Near Public Transit
  • Subdivision Name: 20 - Westside
  • Architectural Style: Cal Cottage
  • Reso Flooring: Wood
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Other Structures: Other
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1935
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.11
  • 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 Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Lawn2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced ALL2: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Primary: Yes
  • Laundry Laundry Room2: Yes
  • Amenities Dual Pane Window2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Stove3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Microwave3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • WaterSewer Sewer Hookup: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Built-in BBQ: Yes
  • LocationTopo Corner Lot2: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Area2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Family Room3: Yes
  • Property Information Apx Lot SqFt: 4791.0
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation PRT: Yes
  • Site Improvements Cable TV3: Yes
  • Laundry Gas Hookup2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Wood2: Yes
  • Foundation Raised: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

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

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountain(s), Setting
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 0.11
  • Topography: Level
  • Exterior Features: Patio Open, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation PRT, Fenced: ALL
  • Foundation Details: Raised

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: SB Wtr
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Sidewalks

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 043-144-010
  • Zoning: R-2
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4791.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 17, 2022
Closed on
Mar 7, 2022
Sold by
Masser Contreras and Masser Lauren
Bought by
Lefebvre Matthew Frederick and Zentner Hannah Grace
Seller's Agent
Kelly Knight
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Suzanne Dahl
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$1,449,000
Sold Price
$1,650,000
Premium/Discount to List
$201,000
13.87%
Current Estimated Value
$1,703,066

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$53,066
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.83%
Original Mortgage
$1,320,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,221,811
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$481,255

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 19, 2019
Sold by
Contreras Mario
Bought by
Contreras Mario and Contreras Lauren Masser

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$450,000
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 19, 2011
Sold by
Elsner Thomas J and Elsner Diane L
Bought by
Contreras Mario

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$521,000
Interest Rate
4.46%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 16, 2006
Sold by
Reynolds Katherine and Carlisle Thomas John
Bought by
Elsner Thomas J and Elsner Diane L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$844,000
Interest Rate
7.05%
Mortgage Type
Negative Amortization
Source: Public Records

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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
Lefebvre Matthew Frederick $1,650,000 Fidelity National Title
Contreras Mario -- First American Title Company
Contreras Mario $579,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Elsner Thomas J -- Equity Title Company Santa B
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lefebvre Matthew Frederick $1,320,000
Previous Owner Contreras Mario $450,000
Previous Owner Contreras Mario $521,000
Previous Owner Elsner Thomas J $844,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/31/2022 03/31/22 Sold $1,650,000 +13.9% $1,418 / Sq Ft
02/23/2022 02/23/22 Pending -- -- --
02/16/2022 02/16/22 For Sale $1,449,000 -- $1,245 / 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 $18,113 $1,750,993 $1,061,208 $689,785
2023 $18,113 $1,650,000 $1,000,000 $650,000
2022 $7,315 $685,302 $432,013 $253,289
2021 $7,146 $671,866 $423,543 $248,323
2020 $7,072 $664,978 $419,201 $245,777
2019 $6,949 $651,940 $410,982 $240,958
2018 $6,850 $639,158 $402,924 $236,234
2017 $6,624 $626,626 $395,024 $231,602
2016 $6,523 $614,340 $387,279 $227,061
2014 $6,347 $593,260 $373,990 $219,270
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Kelly Knight

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    (805) 895-4406

    8 in this area

    109 Total Sales

    Kelly Knight
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  • Suzanne Dahl

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Suzanne Dahl

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    (805) 687-2666

    1 in this area

    16 Total Sales

    Suzanne Dahl
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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 22-444

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 043-144-010

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93101 Westside

902 W Islay St, Santa Barbara, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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