523 Santa Barbara Street, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101
$1,900,000
Property Type:
Res
Bedrooms:
2
Baths:
2
Square Footage:
1,248
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
3,485
Status:
Closed
Current Price:
$1,900,000
List Date:
2/03/2025
Last Modified:
5/19/2025
Description
Nestled in one of California's most cherished coastal cities, this quintessential Santa Barbara bungalow—featuring two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a separate 1-bedroom, 1-bath studio—embodies charm, character, and a laid-back elegance that invites relaxation at every turn. Located in the coveted Washington School District attendance area, this home offers both an exceptional living experience and access to one of the area's top-rated schools.
Step inside to discover wood floors that gleam under the natural light pouring through vaulted ceilings. Every detail has been carefully updated, from the freshly renovated kitchen to the modern, updated bathrooms—ensuring both style and comfort.
The true magic, however, lies beyond the walls. Your backyard opens to a serene park, offering an
Supplements: extension of your outdoor living spaceideal for picnics, evening strolls, or simply soaking in the beauty of nature. There's also a bright, airy office space, perfect for remote work or a creative studio. Located moments from the beach, the vibrant Funk Zone, and the historic Santa Barbara downtown, this cottage offers the perfect blend of tranquility and convenience. Whether you're sipping coffee on the porch, heading out for a surf, or exploring the local artisan scene, this home is your gateway to the quintessential Santa Barbara lifestyle.
More Information MLS# 25-510
Location Info
Country: US
Compass Map: Santa Barbara
Map Grid: P12
Cross Street: Cota Stret
District: 15 - SB/EAST OF STATE
Street #: 523
Street Name: Santa Barbara
Street Suffix: Street
State: CA
Postal Code: 93101
County: Santa Barbara
Parcel Number: 031-201-008
Contract Info
Affordable Housing: No
Current Price: $1,900,000
Price: 2015000
Begin Date: 2025-02-03
Status: Closed
Property Information
Year Built: 1920
Apx # Acres: 0.08
Total # Units: 1
Source: Public Records
Recurring Fees: No
ADU: No
Within City Limits: No
TYP: Home/Estate
Total Bedrooms: 2
Total Bathrooms: 2
Total Full Baths: 2
Total SqFt.: 1248
Neighborhood/Schools
Elementary School: Washington
Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
High School: S.B. Sr.
Owner Info
Deposit: 3
Remarks
Hot Sheet Comment: price
Geo Lat: 34.419435
Geo Lon: -119.694217
Condition
Excellent: 1
Style
Cal. Cottage: 1
Victorian: 1
Other: 1
Construction
Single Story: 1
Roof
Composition: 1
Foundation
Mixed: 1
Exterior
Wood Siding: 1
Stucco: 1
Parking/Garage
Outside: 1
Total # Uncovered Spaces: 2
Other Buildings
Other: 1
Patio and Porch Features
Deck: 1
Location/Topo
Level: 1
Fencing
Fenced: BCK: 1
View
Setting: 1
Site Improvements
Paved: 1
Sidewalks: 1
Street Lights: 1
Proximity
Near Bus: 1
Near Ocean: 1
Near Park(s): 1
Near School(s): 1
Near Shopping: 1
Restaurants: 1
Rooms
Ground Floor Bedroom: 1
Ground Floor Primary: 1
Loft: 1
Office: 1
Other: 1
Dining
Dining Area: 1
Laundry
Gas Hookup: 1
In Kitchen: 1
Amenities
Remodeled Bath: 1
Remodeled Kitchen: 1
Skylight: 1
Interior Features
Cathedral Ceilings: 1
Appliances Included
Dishwasher: 1
Disposal: 1
Dryer: 1
Gas Range: 1
Microwave: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Washer: 1
Water/Sewer
S.B. Wtr: 1
Meter In: 1
Sewer Hookup: 1
Zoning
Other: 1
Terms
Cash: 1
Conventional: 1
Cooling
Central Air: 1
Heating
Forced Air: 1
Flr/Wdw Coverings
Hardwood: 1
Marble: 1
Status Information
Sold Date: 2025-05-19
Sold Price: $1,900,000
Under Contract Date: 2025-05-14
Property Features
Condition: Excellent
Style: Cal. Cottage; Victorian; Other
Construction: Single Story
Roof: Composition
Foundation: Mixed
Exterior: Wood Siding; Stucco
Fencing: Fenced: BCK
Patio and Porch Features: Deck
Other Buildings: Other
View: Setting
Site Improvements: Paved; Sidewalks; Street Lights
Proximity: Near Bus; Near Ocean; Near Park(s); Near School(s); Near Shopping; Restaurants
Rooms: Ground Floor Bedroom; Ground Floor Primary; Loft; Office; Other
Dining: Dining Area
Laundry: Gas Hookup; In Kitchen
Amenities: Remodeled Bath; Remodeled Kitchen; Skylight
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceilings
Appliances Included: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Gas Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Forced Air
Zoning: Other
Terms: Cash; Conventional
Listing Office:
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Last Updated: May - 19 - 2025
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