This rarely available two bedroom, two bath single level Deluxe cottage boasts a fantastic location at Encina Royale, a community for active adults over 55 years old. This wonderful home enjoys one of the largest private patios in the development. It also has the unique feature of being one of just a few homes that has a door leading from the garage directly onto the patio making access to the home quick and easy. Smooth ceilings, fresh paint, upgraded dual paned windows, and new carpet create a warm and inviting atmosphere. The spacious primary bedroom features a private bathroom and abundant closet space. The washer, dryer, and refrigerator are included in the purchase price. Pull down stairs lead to a stand up attic with shelving that was formerly used as a workshop. (see more) Encina Royale is set on 40 acres and has a host of amenities including a nine-hole golf course, two story clubhouse, heated pool, card rooms, auditorium, and gym. There is a wide range of activities available to residents. One owner must be over 55 years old, and any other occupants need to be at least 45 years old. The association fee is $634 a month and includes outside maintenance (except for the patio area), hazard insurance, earthquake insurance, exterior pest control repairs, water, trash, sewer, cable, and internet. One pet is welcome and the homes here can be leased. With a walk score of 78, this home is close to shopping, transportation, and restaurants. For more information on amenities and activities at Encina Royale visit www.EncinaRoyale.com This is a unique opportunity to find a home in the Santa Barbara area at an affordable price. Check the open house schedule as there are many planned.
CondoProperty Type
1963Year Built
1 car garageParking
Listed by Bob Curtis•DRE #00938841• Village Properties - 1
Breathtakingly beautiful remodeled one story cottage;new corian, oak kitchen, GE appliances,b/in buffet& dining bar, remodeled baths; private flagstone patios, new double paned windows, sliding doors. Large attic,pdn ladder. B/in bookcase in 2nd bedroom. Large master suit,double closests, private patio. Shows like a dream. 1 occ 55+.
SBMLS #95-3665
Nov 27, 1995
Listing Removed
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Nov 3, 1995
Listed
$171,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,949 (+1.8%)
$313,563 + $221,299
$534,862
2024
$5,847 (+1.6%)
$307,415 + $216,960
$524,375
2023
$5,756 (−26.4%)
$301,388 + $212,706
$514,094
2022
$7,822 (+22.4%)
$295,479 + $208,536
$504,015
2021
$6,391 (+11.0%)
$380,000 + $312,000
$692,000
2020
$5,758
$304,000 + $251,000
$555,000
2019
$5,761 (+2.1%)
$276,000 + $228,000
$504,000
2018
$5,642 (+4.6%)
$276,000 + $228,000
$504,000
2017
$5,394 (+5.6%)
$258,000 + $212,000
$470,000
2016
$5,107 (+4.1%)
$258,000 + $212,000
$470,000
2015
$4,906 (+1.2%)
$246,000 + $202,000
$448,000
2014
$4,849
$229,000 + $189,000
$418,000
Tax history for 5730 Encina Rd #2
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,949 (+1.8%)
$313,563 + $221,299
$534,862
2024
$5,847 (+1.6%)
$307,415 + $216,960
$524,375
2023
$5,756 (−26.4%)
$301,388 + $212,706
$514,094
2022
$7,822 (+22.4%)
$295,479 + $208,536
$504,015
2021
$6,391 (+11.0%)
$380,000 + $312,000
$692,000
2020
$5,758
$304,000 + $251,000
$555,000
2019
$5,761 (+2.1%)
$276,000 + $228,000
$504,000
2018
$5,642 (+4.6%)
$276,000 + $228,000
$504,000
2017
$5,394 (+5.6%)
$258,000 + $212,000
$470,000
2016
$5,107 (+4.1%)
$258,000 + $212,000
$470,000
2015
$4,906 (+1.2%)
$246,000 + $202,000
$448,000
2014
$4,849
$229,000 + $189,000
$418,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,112
Year built
1963
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
069710023
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
RP
Planned Residential District
This District is intended to provide flexibility and encourage innovation and diversity in design of residential developments by allowing a wide range of densities and housing types while requiring provision of a substantial amount of restricted open space and other common amenities within new developments through implementation of the Planned Residential (R-P) land use designation set forth in the General Plan. Clustering of residential units is encouraged, where appropriate, to provide efficient use of space while preserving natural, cultural, and scenic resources of a site.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Fire house
Police station
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Gar #1, Com Garage, Detached
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: No
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
Ground Floor Primary
Ground Floor Bedroom 2
Dining Information
Dining Area
Interior Features
Laundry Features: 220V Elect, Other, In Unit
Appliances: Refrigerator, Electric Range, Oven/Bltin, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer