An iconic residence in one of Santa Barbara's most sought-after neighborhoods! This 1909 Prairie-style home offers rare historic character and exceptional versatility. Located directly across from Alice Keck Park in the Upper East and designated a Structure of Merit by the City, it spans over 3000 sq ft and can function as a 3BD/2.5BA single-family home with flex room and office/library, or as a legal duplex with a 2BD/1.5BA plus office/library lower unit and a 1BD/1BA upper unit. Rich in period detail, it features two fireplaces, beamed ceilings, paneled walls, and original hardwood floors. The detached Carriage House, now an artist's studio with bathroom, offers ADU potential and is just under 1200 sq ft. Moments from downtown and vibrant State Street with shops, dining, and theaters.
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$2,450,000
1515 Santa Barbara St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
3beds
4,220sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1909
8,276.4 Square Feet Lot
$3,988,900 Zestimate®
$581/sqft
$7,440 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,988,900
$3.31M - $4.83M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Randy Freed & Kellie Clenet 805-895-1799,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Bought with:
Chris W Hunt, 01326111
Compass
Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 25-2351
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Appliances
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Dining Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,220
- Total interior livable area: 4,220 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Converted Garage
Features
- Levels: Two
- Exterior features: Lawn, Fruit Trees
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), City, Setting
Lot
- Size: 8,276 sqft
- Features: Level, Near Public Transit
- Topography: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Other, Studio
- Parcel number: 027241008
- Zoning: R-3
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Custom Built,Traditional,Colonial,Victorian,Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Other,Composition
Condition
- Fixer,Fair
- Year built: 1909
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Santa Barbara
- Subdivision: 15 - Upper Eastside
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/10/2025 | Sold | $2,450,000+2.3%$581/sqft |
Source:  SBMLS #25-2351 Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2025 | Pending sale | $2,395,000$568/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #25-2351 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,395,000$568/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #25-2351 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,564 +1.8% | $143,528 +2% |
| 2024 | $1,536 +1.9% | $140,715 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,508 +1.8% | $137,957 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,481 +2.5% | $135,253 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,445 +1.1% | $132,602 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,430 +1.8% | $131,243 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,405 +1.5% | $128,671 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,384 +3.4% | $126,149 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,339 -3.9% | $123,676 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,393 +1.1% | $121,252 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,378 +1.5% | $119,432 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,357 | $117,094 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $114,282 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $112,042 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $111,205 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $111,470 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $109,285 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $107,143 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $105,043 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $102,985 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $99,118 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $97,176 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $95,271 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $93,404 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Upper East
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Roosevelt Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10Santa Barbara Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1 mi
- 6/10Santa Barbara Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Roosevelt
- Middle: S.B. Jr.
- High: S.B. Sr.
Source: SBMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- California
- Santa Barbara County
- Santa Barbara
- 93101
- Upper East
- 1515 Santa Barbara St
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