The Villa Bungalow at 1616 Villa Avenue blends classic Santa Barbara charm with modern updates, a move-in-ready home in the highly desirable Westside neighborhood. Vaulted wood ceilings, abundant natural light, black-framed windows with a fresh white exterior, and warm finishes create inviting living spaces. A delightful remodeled kitchen with a sunny breakfast nook and updated bathrooms complement the home's warm and inviting character. The spacious primary bedroom features a walk-in closet, ensuite bathroom, and an attached office and laundry room. Beyond the walls, extensive upgrades completed include redesigned front and rear landscaping and hardscaping, irrigation, turf, new fencing and front automatic entry gate, creating a private and low-maintenance setting for everyday living and entertaining. Recent improvements from 2022-2025 include a remodeled kitchen, remodeled primary bathroom, office & laundry room renovation, all new windows, tankless water heater, new furnace, central air conditioning, reverse osmosis water filtration system, new refrigerator and gas range, and interior and exterior paint. The Villa Bungalow captures the laid-back spirit of Santa Barbara's Westside. Whether you're dining outdoors with friends, enjoying a quiet evening under the stars, or walking to grab dinner on San Andres Street, this home offers a lifestyle that's as inviting as the home itself. Westside Santa Barbara living the way it should be.
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$1,555,000
1616 Villa Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
3beds
1,281sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
5,227 Square Feet Lot
$1,555,700 Zestimate®
$1,214/sqft
$5,897 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,555,700
$1.42M - $1.71M
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Listed by:
Carmen Galzerano 01953155 805-705-3080,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties,
Glick Real Estate Associates 00950129 / 01953155 805-705-3080,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Bought with:
David Kim, 01813897
Village Properties
Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 26-1855
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 270.37
- Dimensions: 14.71 x 18.38
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 148.96
- Dimensions: 14.42 x 10.33
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 116.74
- Dimensions: 9.81 x 11.90
Garage
- Level: Main
- Area: 194.99
- Dimensions: 19.46 x 10.02
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 166.69
- Dimensions: 18.02 x 9.25
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 212.31
- Dimensions: 18.10 x 11.73
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 94.86
- Dimensions: 16.94 x 5.60
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,281
- Total interior livable area: 1,281 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Single Story
- Exterior features: Fruit Trees, Drought Tolerant LND
- Fencing: Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 5,227 Square Feet
- Features: Level, Near Public Transit
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 043212016
- Zoning: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Excellent
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: 20 - Westside
Location
- Region: Santa Barbara
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,214/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,275,391
- Annual tax amount: $13,490
- Date on market: 6/3/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 7 days
- Listing terms: Cash
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/2/2026 | Sold | $1,555,000+5.4%$1,214/sqft |
Source:  SBMLS #26-1855 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2026 | Pending sale | $1,475,000$1,151/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #26-1855 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,475,000+20.3%$1,151/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #26-1855 Report a problem | ||
| 9/14/2022 | Sold | $1,225,867-5.3%$957/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #22-2670 Report a problem | ||
| 8/26/2022 | Pending sale | $1,295,000$1,011/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #22-2670 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,295,000+119.5%$1,011/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #22-2670 Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2008 | Sold | $590,000-1.7%$461/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2008 | Listed for sale | $599,900-5.9%$468/sqft |
Source: Prudential California #08-2773 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2008 | Sold | $637,500-31.5%$498/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2005 | Sold | $930,000+71.6%$726/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/18/2002 | Sold | $542,000$423/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,490 +1.7% | $1,275,391 +2% |
| 2024 | $13,260 +1.8% | $1,250,384 +2% |
| 2023 | $13,019 +72.1% | $1,225,867 +71.3% |
| 2022 | $7,564 +2.4% | $715,825 +2% |
| 2021 | $7,388 +1.1% | $701,790 +1% |
| 2020 | $7,311 +1.8% | $694,595 +2% |
| 2019 | $7,182 +1.5% | $680,976 +2% |
| 2018 | $7,079 +3.4% | $667,624 +2% |
| 2017 | $6,844 +1.6% | $654,534 +2% |
| 2016 | $6,735 +4.3% | $641,701 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $6,459 | $632,063 +3.4% |
| 2014 | $6,459 | $611,000 +10.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $555,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $555,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $555,000 -5.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $589,900 -32.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $874,000 -2.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $893,000 -5.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $948,600 +65.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $572,304 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $550,800 +167.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $206,096 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $202,055 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $198,094 |
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Neighborhood: Westside
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Harding University PartnershipGrades: K-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10La Cumbre Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10San Marcos Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Harding
- Middle: LaCumbre
- 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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