Prime Development Potential | Quaint California Cottage with Garage & ADU Potential.
This charming 1920 California cottage is set on an approximately 10,454± sq ft lot, offering privacy, character, and exciting future potential. The main residence features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom across approximately 820 sq ft, complemented by recent upgrades including new appliances, updated plumbing and electrical, vinyl flooring, a new water heater, and a new sprinkler system.
A detached 3-car garage provides exceptional flexibility, while the expansive lot offers strong ADU potential (buyer to verify), creating an opportunity for expansion or additional income.
Ideally located near local shops, dining, and beaches. Whether as a primary residence, investment, or long-term hold, this home presents a rare blend of charm, versatility, and location in one of the Central Coast's most sought-after communities.
Note: Property is zoned CPD/R; buyer to verify allowable uses and development potential.
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$1,565,000
4213 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA 93013
2beds
820sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
10,454 Square Feet Lot
$1,587,300 Zestimate®
$1,909/sqft
$4,512 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,587,300
$1.43M - $1.76M
$4,512/mo
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New water heaterExpansive lotUpdated plumbing and electricalNew appliancesVinyl flooringNew sprinkler system
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Gary Goldberg 01172139 805-455-8910,
Coastal Properties
Bought with:
Calcagno & Hamilton Group, 01499736 / 01129919
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 26-262
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Appliances
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Laminate
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 820
- Total interior livable area: 820 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: RV Access/Parking, Detached
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Single Story
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Setting
Lot
- Size: 10,454 sqft
- Features: Level, Near Public Transit
- Topography: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 003212026
- Zoning: Other, CLA
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Average
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Carp Wtr
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Carpinteria
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/3/2026 | Sold | $1,565,000-1.3%$1,909/sqft |
Source:  SBMLS #26-262 Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/2026 | Pending sale | $1,585,000$1,933/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #26-262 Report a problem | ||
| 2/4/2026 | Contingent | $1,585,000$1,933/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #26-293 Report a problem | ||
| 1/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,585,000-54.4%$1,933/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #26-262 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2025 | Listing removed | $3,750$5/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,750$5/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2024 | Listing removed | $3,475,000$4,238/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #24-1547 Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/2024 | Price change | $3,475,000-10.3%$4,238/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #24-1547 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2024 | Listed for sale | $3,875,000+331%$4,726/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #24-1547 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2017 | Sold | $899,000+1398.3%$1,096/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #17-372 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2008 | Sold | $60,000$73/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,859 +2.1% | $1,043,359 +2% |
| 2024 | $11,620 +1.7% | $1,022,902 +2% |
| 2023 | $11,421 +1.8% | $1,002,846 +2% |
| 2022 | $11,221 +2.3% | $983,183 +2% |
| 2021 | $10,966 +1.2% | $963,906 +1% |
| 2020 | $10,836 +2.1% | $954,024 +2% |
| 2019 | $10,612 +1.7% | $935,319 +2% |
| 2018 | $10,431 +8.9% | $916,980 +9.6% |
| 2017 | $9,579 +60.9% | $836,682 +69.4% |
| 2016 | $5,953 +15% | $494,000 +2.1% |
| 2015 | $5,177 | $484,000 +10% |
| 2014 | $5,177 | $440,000 -43.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $773,091 +7.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $718,721 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $713,350 +103.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $350,081 +1371.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $23,793 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $23,328 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $22,872 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $22,424 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $21,583 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $21,161 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $20,747 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $20,341 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 93013
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Aliso Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Carpinteria Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 7/10Carpinteria Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Aliso
- Middle: Carp. Jr.
- High: Carp. 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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