Where Westside character meets city convenience, this two-bedroom, one-bath home is full of potential. Located just minutes from downtown and the Mesa, it offers easy access to Santa Barbara's beaches, parks, and a growing mix of neighborhood favorites—from coffee shops to corner markets. The property includes newer windows, a good-sized yard along with a detached one car garage. The layout of the home is straightforward and efficient with room to update or expand. Whether you're a first-time buyer, investor, or someone with a creative eye, 526 W Islay is a rare opportunity to plant roots in a central, up-and-coming part of town.
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$1,150,000
526 W Islay St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
2beds
1,103sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1967
3,920.4 Square Feet Lot
$1,193,800 Zestimate®
$1,043/sqft
$4,529 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,193,800
$1.06M - $1.34M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
The Easter Team 00917775 805-570-0403,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Bought with:
David Magid, 01964710
Village Properties - 1
Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 25-1807
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Gas Cooktop, Microwave
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Flooring: Tile
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,103
- Total interior livable area: 1,103 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Detached
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: Single Story
- Patio & porch: Patio Covered
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 3,920 sqft
- Features: Level
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 043163007
- Zoning: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Average
- Year built: 1967
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Santa Barbara
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Ctnl
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/3/2025 | Sold | $1,150,000+0.1%$1,043/sqft |
Source:  SBMLS #25-1807 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2025 | Pending sale | $1,149,000$1,042/sqft |
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| 5/7/2025 | Price change | $1,149,000-14.9%$1,042/sqft |
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| 3/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000$1,224/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #SW25052851 Report a problem | ||
| 3/12/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/26/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,900-7.1%$4/sqft |
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| 2/14/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/23/2024 | Price change | $4,200-4.5%$4/sqft |
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| 1/3/2024 | Price change | $4,400-2.2%$4/sqft |
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| 12/27/2023 | Price change | $4,500-10%$4/sqft |
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| 12/24/2023 | Listed for rent | $5,000$5/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,308 +1.8% | $316,374 +2% |
| 2024 | $3,250 +1.9% | $310,171 +2% |
| 2023 | $3,189 +1.8% | $304,090 +2% |
| 2022 | $3,132 +2.5% | $298,128 +2% |
| 2021 | $3,057 +1.1% | $292,283 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,024 +1.8% | $289,287 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,970 +1.5% | $283,616 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,926 +3.5% | $278,056 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,828 -0.3% | $272,605 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,837 +2.8% | $267,261 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,759 | $263,248 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,759 | $258,092 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $251,889 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $246,951 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $245,106 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $245,689 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $240,873 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $236,151 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $231,522 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $226,983 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $218,455 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $214,172 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $209,973 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $205,857 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Westside
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Adams Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 1.1 mi
- 6/10La Cumbre Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10San Marcos Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Adams
- 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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