526 West Islay Street

Santa Barbara, CA 93101

$1,350,000
Price
2
Beds
1,108 Sq. Ft.
$1,218 / Sq. Ft.
1,108
Sq. Ft.
$1,218
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Charming Westside cottage style home, in excellent condition, family size eat in kitchen, low maintenance drought friendly yard, centrally located to downtown, close to Cottage Hospital area, easy freeway access. First time buyers dream. This two bed one bath home has an un-permitted detached studio in the detached 1 car garage, additional full bathroom, your Teenagers, your home office, visiting family, or extra income for you.Charming Westside cottage style home, in excellent condition, family size eat in kitchen, low maintenance drought friendly yard, centrally located to downtown, close to Cottage Hospital area, easy freeway access. First time buyers dream. This two bed one bath home has an un-permitted detached studio in the detached 1 car garage, additional full bathroom, your Teenagers, your home office, visiting family, or extra income for you.

Property Details for 526 West Islay Street

View
Neighborhood
Parking Spaces Total
1
Private Pool
No
Cooling Type
Central Forced Air
Total Units
1.0
Building Type
Detached
Lot Size Source
Seller
Lot Size Dimensions
55x67
LISTING UPDATED: 03/24/2025 11:38 PM

Property Details for 526 West Islay Street

StatusActive
MLS #SW25052851
Days on Market2
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1967
Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,685 SF
CountySanta Barbara County

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Building Information for 526 West Islay Street

Stories1Year Built1967Building Size-Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,685 SF

Property Information for 526 West Islay Street

Income / Expense / Tax Details
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Block: 24
  • Tax Census Tract: 11.01
  • CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $0
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Assessments YN: No
  • Assessments: None
  • Community Features: Biking, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Sidewalks
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator
  • Equipment: Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Oven, Gas Stove
  • Interior Features: Pantry, Storage
  • Room Type: Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Low Flow Toilet(s), Remodeled
  • Bedroom Features: Main Floor Bedroom
  • Room Kitchen Features: Remodeled Kitchen, Walk-In Pantry
  • Eating Area: In Family Room, Dining Room
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Inside, Washer Included
  • Laundry Location: Inside
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace Rooms: None
  • Fireplace: N/K
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heat Equipment: Forced Air Unit
  • Floor Coverings: Laminate, Tile, Wood
  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Wood
Exterior Features
  • Window Features: Blinds, Casement Windows, Double Pane Windows, Screens
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Construction Materials: Asphalt, Concrete, Drywall Walls, Plaster, Stucco
  • Exterior Construction: Asphalt, Concrete, Plaster, Stucco
  • Exterior: Stucco, Asphalt, Concrete
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fence: Redwood, Wood
  • Fencing: New Condition, Redwood, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Structure Type: House
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio: Yes
  • Patio: N/K
  • Patio And Porch Features: None
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Description: None
  • Pool: N/K
  • Spa Features: None
Land/Lot Info
  • Sign on Property: Yes
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Front Yard
  • Lease Considered: Yes
  • Available For Lease: Yes
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Levels: One
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Sewer/Septic: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
  • Water Source: Public
Parking Info
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Garage: Private
  • Parking Non-Garage: Private
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 1
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Private
Property / Structure Info
  • Builder Name: Unknown
  • Builders Tract Name: Santa Barbara: Other
  • Builders Tract Code: Santa Barbara: Other (80)
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Residential Unit Location: No Common Walls

Property History for 526 West Islay Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 526 West Islay Street

Taxable ValueLand$195,455Additions$114,716Total$310,171
Tax Record2024$3,250 ($271 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt1,103 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,103 SqFtLot Size3,920 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1967CountySANTA BARBARAAPN043-163-007

Schools near 526 West Islay Street

This home is within Santa Barbara Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Adams Elementary School
PublicK to 6

La Cumbre Junior High School
Public7 to 8

San Marcos Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Santa Barbara Community Academy
PublicK to 6

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526 West Islay Street is a single family home for sale in Santa Barbara, CA 93101. This property was listed for sale on March 24, 2025 by Listed Simply, it's currently listed at $1,350,000. It has been on the market for a total of 2 days and was last sold on April 2, 1993. This listing's school district is Santa Barbara Unified School District. Nearby schools include Adams Elementary School, La Cumbre Junior High School and San Marcos Senior High School. 526 West Islay Street is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 1,108 sqft single family home built in 1967.

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