A rare opportunity to reimagine a darling 1930 Edwards & Plunkett original in Santa Barbara's coveted Upper East neighborhood. Filled with natural light and timeless character, this charming San Ysidro-style cottage offers 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and approximately 1,401 square feet, along with a detached studio and 2-car garage.
Thoughtfully prepped for its next chapter, the home offers an inviting canvas to create something truly special while preserving the charm and architectural details that make it unique. Bright, airy interiors and classic cottage character set the stage for a beautiful transformation, with plenty of opportunity to put your own stamp on the property and bring your vision of a dream Santa Barbara home to life.
Ideally situated just one block from the iconic Santa Barbara Mission, and moments from the Mission Rose Garden, parks, dining, and downtown, this special property combines architectural pedigree, an exceptional Upper East location, and endless potential.
Active
$2,395,000
425 E Padre St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
3beds
1,401sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
6,098 Square Feet Lot
$2,328,400 Zestimate®
$1,709/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 8 days
- 1,367
- 89
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Susan Jordano 01775462 805-680-9060,
Village Properties,
Simone Eurich 02105209 805-455-7992,
Village Properties
Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 26-3398
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Gravity
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Other
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,401
- Total interior livable area: 1,401 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Single Story
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Setting
Lot
- Size: 6,098 Square Feet
- Features: Level
- Topography: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Other
- Parcel number: 025263019
- Zoning: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Other, Wood Siding, Stucco
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Fixer
- Year built: 1930
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks
- Subdivision: 15 - Upper Eastside
Location
- Region: Santa Barbara
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,709/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $323,420
- Date on market: 10/7/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 9 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
Estimated market value
$2,328,400
$2.21M - $2.44M
$7,834/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,395,000$1,709/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $323,420 +2% |
| 2025 | $3,419 +1.8% | $317,079 +2% |
| 2024 | $3,357 +2% | $310,862 +2% |
| 2023 | $3,292 +1.9% | $304,768 +2% |
| 2022 | $3,231 +2.5% | $298,793 +2% |
| 2021 | $3,152 +1.1% | $292,935 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,119 +1.9% | $289,932 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,062 +1.5% | $284,248 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,015 +3.5% | $278,675 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,914 -0.2% | $273,212 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,921 +2.8% | $267,856 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,841 | $263,833 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,841 | $258,666 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $252,450 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $247,501 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $245,653 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $246,238 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $241,410 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $236,678 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $232,038 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $227,489 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $218,943 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $214,651 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $210,443 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $206,317 |
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Neighborhood: Lower Riviera
Nearby schools
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.




