$1,790,000
SOLD FEB 20, 2025

909 Alameda Padre Serra Santa Barbara, CA 93103

2 Beds
2 Baths
942 Sq Ft
1946 Built

Recently Sold

$1,900 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Deck
  • No HOA
  • Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Property is in excellent condition

About This Home

As of February 2025

This stunning Riviera retreat offers panoramic ocean and city views that will take your breath away. With multiple viewing decks and a spacious patio ideal for entertaining or relaxing in the sun, this 2 bed, 2 bath home sits on a peaceful .21 acre lot surrounded by natural beauty. Each level of the home has its own private entrance, making it perfect for guest accommodations. The living area features a striking wall of windows that showcase the spectacular views. An open dining area off the living room is accented with French doors leading to a wrap-around deck. The large, private side patio includes a sandstone wall and mature landscaping, providing both charm and seclusion. Abundant parking on the property, AC, refinished original wood floors, and extensive landscaping upgrades. Don't miss the chance to experience this breathtaking Riviera retreat with awe-inspiring ocean and city views.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carmen Galzerano

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01953155 Listed on: 02/20/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Melissa Schaff-Birch

Compass License #01312318

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,063

Year Built

  • Built in 1946

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Island
  • Coastline
  • Harbor
  • City

Home Design

  • Raised Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Dining Area
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Franklin Elementary School
  • S.B. Jr. Middle School
  • S.B. Sr. High School

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Property is in excellent condition

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 029-330-026

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,063

Year Built

Built in 1946

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1946
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • Co List Office Mls Id: prucal
  • Co List Office Phone: 805-687-2666
  • Reso Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1946
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Franklin
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Exterior Wood Siding: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • Construction Two Story2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Deck3: Yes
  • ViewOcean: Yes
  • View Coastline: Yes
  • View Islands: Yes
  • Foundation Raised: Yes
  • View Harbor2: Yes
  • View City4: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Islands, Coastline, Ocean, City, Harbor
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Foundation Details: Raised

Utilities

  • Water Source: SB Wtr

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Franklin
  • High School: S.B. Sr.
  • Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 029-330-026
  • Zoning: R-1

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 20, 2025
Closed on
Jan 24, 2025
Sold by
Kirk Terence and Kirk Nicole
Bought by
Rundlet Megan Paris and Scull Timothy B
Seller's Agent
Carmen Galzerano
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Melissa Schaff-Birch
Compass
List Price
$1,825,000
Sold Price
$1,790,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$35,000
-1.92%
Views
2

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.35%
Original Mortgage
$825,000
Outstanding Balance
$820,826
Interest Rate
6.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$987,591

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 16, 2020
Closed on
Jun 4, 2020
Sold by
Neff Karen and Willilams Kathleen S
Bought by
Kirk Terence and Kirk Nicole
Seller's Agent
Kathy Spieler
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Carmen Galzerano
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$1,140,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$155,000
-11.97%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.08%
Original Mortgage
$912,000
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 10, 2012
Sold by
Williams Frederick B
Bought by
Williams Frederick B

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 10, 2003
Sold by
Williams Fred B and Williams Jan S
Bought by
Williams Frederick B and Williams Jan S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 18, 1996
Sold by
Hagen Leslie
Bought by
Williams Fred B and Williams Jan S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
7.25%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 5, 1995
Sold by
Hagen Leslie
Bought by
Hagen Leslie

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 24, 1995
Sold by
Boner Dorris Eddy
Bought by
Hagen Lester
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,790,000 First American Title
Grant Deed $1,140,000 Wfg National Title Ins Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed -- First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed -- --
Grant Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $825,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,275,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $912,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $150,000 Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/06/2025 06/06/25 Price Changed $8,500 -10.5% --
03/12/2025 03/12/25 For Rent $9,500 0.0% --
02/20/2025 02/20/25 Sold $1,790,000 -1.9% $1,900 / Sq Ft
02/20/2025 02/20/25 Pending -- -- --
02/20/2025 02/20/25 For Sale $1,825,000 +60.1% $1,937 / Sq Ft
06/11/2020 06/11/20 Sold $1,140,000 -12.0% $1,085 / Sq Ft
05/22/2020 05/22/20 Pending -- -- --
03/24/2020 03/24/20 For Sale $1,295,000 -- $1,232 / 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 $13,063 $1,246,751 $874,915 $371,836
2023 $13,063 $1,198,341 $840,942 $357,399
2022 $12,601 $1,174,845 $824,453 $350,392
2021 $12,310 $1,151,810 $808,288 $343,522
2020 $4,221 $387,183 $227,842 $159,341
2019 $4,072 $379,592 $223,375 $156,217
2018 $4,012 $372,150 $218,996 $153,154
2017 $3,878 $364,853 $214,702 $150,151
2016 $3,856 $357,700 $210,493 $147,207
2015 $3,813 $352,328 $207,332 $144,996
2014 -- $345,427 $203,271 $142,156
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 25-762

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 029-330-026