#25-1697, Chelsea Kyles, Listing office: Keller Williams Realty
1623 Chapala St Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Property details
About 1623 Chapala St
Sophisticated Downtown Santa Barbara renovated Modern Craftsman offering detached Auxiliary Studio with permitted half bathroom. This unique jewel of home was extensively updated in 2005 by New York Photographer Dean McNeil, Jr for his wife Marcia Tucker, who was an American Art Historian and founder of the New Museum of Contemporary Art in New York. Whimsical and polished, the unique details of this home create an inspirational feeling that allows you to retreat within the peaceful tree studded lot surrounded by mature plantings. Great room style floor plan offers open concept living, and kitchen area provides ample storage and innovative design. Detached Studio offers custom built-in cabinetry, radiant floor heating, and private entry. Open concept 2 car garage carport... offering plenty of storage. Fantastic downtown location. Within close proximity to State Street, shops, theaters, museums, restaurants, and more!
Highlights
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, PRT, Tile
- Fireplace: Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Cpt #2
- View: Trees/Woods
- Architectural Style: Custom Built, Cal Cottage, Craftsman
- Heating: Forced Air
- List Price: $2,095,000
- Price/SqFt: $1,727
- Annual Tax Amount: $14,338
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Near Public Transit
- Year Built: 2005
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,213 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.08 Acres
- MLS Number: 25-1713
- MLS Name: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service
- Office Name: Compass
- Office Phone: (805) 253-7700
- Listing Agent: Jennifer Berger
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Feb 25, 2022 | Home Sold | $1,300,000 |
Apr 11, 2014 | Home Sold | $1,025,000 |
Aug 20, 2004 | Home Sold | $710,000 |
Apr 27, 1989 | Home Sold | $224,500 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $1,352,520 | $14,338 |
2023 | $1,300,000 | $13,803 |
2022 | $1,184,029 | $12,606 |
2021 | $1,160,814 | $12,316 |
2020 | $1,148,913 | $12,189 |
2019 | $1,126,386 | $11,808 |
2018 | $1,104,301 | $11,808 |
2017 | $1,082,649 | $11,418 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Roosevelt Elementary School
Public District KG-6
0.7 mi
•1990 Laguna St
6
Harding University Partnership School
Public District PK-6
0.9 mi
•1625 Robbins St
5
Santa Barbara Community Academy
Public District KG-6
0.9 mi
•850 Portesuello Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $69,661. Most Santa Barbara, CA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently asked questions
About 1623 Chapala St
The listing price of 1623 Chapala St property is $2,095,000.
The property 1623 Chapala St is a house located in Santa Barbara, California, 93101.
Active Listing: 1623 Chapala St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1623 Chapala St are: Roosevelt Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Harding University Partnership School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Santa Barbara Community Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), La Cumbre Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Santa Barbara Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), La Colina Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), La Cuesta Continuation High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Alta Vista Alternative High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Santa Barbara High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $14,338 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on February 25, 2022 for $1,300,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1623 Chapala St has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 1623 Chapala St is 1,213 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1623 Chapala St is 2005.
This home is located at 1623 Chapala St in Santa Barbara, CA and zip code 93101 in the Downtown neighborhood. This 1,213 square foot home, which was built in 2005, sits on a 0.08 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 7, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,095,000.
In May 2025, from all listings sold in Santa Barbara, CA there were more than 30 sold above asking price, over 46 sold below and more than 18 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in Santa Barbara, CA between April and May 2025 increased by 9%. In May 2025 median list price was $2,101,250 and the average listing age was 44 days.