The Crown Jewel of Castillo - Are you searching for a turnkey home that is centrally located, just minutes to the downtown action and Santa Barbara beaches? This luxurious Castillo Street jewel box is in the heart of Santa Barbara and is a rare find! Enjoy the convenience of living just 4 blocks to State Street and walking distance to parks, shops, and restaurants. Completely renovated from the ''ground up'' in 2018, this beautiful home features vaulted ceilings, an open concept kitchen, high end custom finishes, showcasing premium design inside and outside the home. 1208 Castillo St is the perfect move-in ready home that allows you to live your best California lifestyle. Additionally, the property offers desirable R-4 zoning that may give the option of short-term rental possibilities The property appeals to the minimalist looking for an elevated experience. A covered porch deck, drought tolerant landscaping, and a front yard bordered with an electric steel gate create an outdoor space perfect for relaxing. The close proximity to downtown Santa Barbara gives this home a walk-score of 88 and a bike score of 99. Your picture-perfect California Bungalow awaits.
Single-familyProperty Type
1916Year Built
2,613 sq ftLot Size
$1,912Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Alexander Gallop•DRE #02020303• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Calcagno & Hamilton Group•DRE #01499736 / 01129919• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Built in 1916, this charming 100 year old Craftsman Bungalow was lovingly restored and remodeled to blend classic design with modern finishes. The two bedroom and one bathroom offers gleaming hardwood floors, and as of 2007 new kitchen cabinetry, stainless steel appliances and granite counters. The updated bathroom has a lovely tile design, newer sink and tub/shower. The garage was completely rebuilt in 2007 with washer & dryer and the driveway provides off-street parking for 2 cars. Conveniently located just four blocks from State Street, this home provides all the advantages of in-town Santa Barbara living.
SBMLS #07-4417
Jun 4, 2008
Sold
$645,000
$677/sq ft
May 5, 2008
Listing Removed
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Oct 17, 2007
Listed
$649,000
$681/sq ft
SBMLS #07-4277
Jun 4, 2008
Sold
$645,000
$677/sq ft
May 5, 2008
Listing Removed
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Oct 8, 2007
Listed
$649,000
$681/sq ft
Remodeled home just 4 blocks to State St. 2 Bed/ 1 Bath. Wood floors, New kitchen w/granite counters, New cabinets, New stainless steel appliances, New bathroom fixtures w/new tile on floor & in the tub/shower. Nice blend of old & new throughout. Compare quality and location to anything else downtown for the price. Great condo alternative.
SBMLS #07-2333
Jun 26, 2007
Sold
$575,500
$604/sq ft
Jun 6, 2007
Listing Removed
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May 24, 2007
Listed
$574,900
$603/sq ft
SBMLS #05-1249
Apr 14, 2005
Listed
$775,000
$813/sq ft
Apr 14, 2005
Listing Removed
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SBMLS #04-2313
Sep 17, 2004
Sold
$725,000
$761/sq ft
Aug 18, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Jul 17, 2004
Listed
$725,000
$761/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$18,403 (+1.7%)
$974,188 + $779,350
$1,753,538
2025
$18,094 (+1.7%)
$974,188 + $779,350
$1,753,538
2024
$17,783 (+1.9%)
$955,087 + $764,069
$1,719,156
2023
$17,459 (+1.8%)
$936,360 + $749,088
$1,685,448
2022
$17,158 (+95.3%)
$918,000 + $734,400
$1,652,400
2021
$8,785 (+1.1%)
$900,000 + $720,000
$1,620,000
2020
$8,693 (+0.9%)
$492,139 + $341,728
$833,867
2019
$8,615 (+5.1%)
$487,093 + $338,224
$825,317
2018
$8,199 (+5.4%)
$477,543 + $331,593
$809,136
2017
$7,779 (+20.5%)
$459,000 + $277,440
$736,440
2016
$6,456 (+1.6%)
$459,000 + $277,440
$736,440
2015
$6,356 (+4.7%)
$377,000 + $231,000
$608,000
2014
$6,071 (+9.8%)
$352,000 + $215,000
$567,000
2013
$5,527 (+1.6%)
$352,000 + $215,000
$567,000
2012
$5,441 (+0.3%)
$319,600 + $195,520
$515,120
2011
$5,422 (−5.8%)
$319,600 + $195,520
$515,120
2009
$5,755 (−7.6%)
$319,600 + $195,520
$515,120
2008
$6,229
$408,000 + $191,010
$599,010
Tax history for 1208 Castillo St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$18,403 (+1.7%)
$974,188 + $779,350
$1,753,538
2025
$18,094 (+1.7%)
$974,188 + $779,350
$1,753,538
2024
$17,783 (+1.9%)
$955,087 + $764,069
$1,719,156
2023
$17,459 (+1.8%)
$936,360 + $749,088
$1,685,448
2022
$17,158 (+95.3%)
$918,000 + $734,400
$1,652,400
2021
$8,785 (+1.1%)
$900,000 + $720,000
$1,620,000
2020
$8,693 (+0.9%)
$492,139 + $341,728
$833,867
2019
$8,615 (+5.1%)
$487,093 + $338,224
$825,317
2018
$8,199 (+5.4%)
$477,543 + $331,593
$809,136
2017
$7,779 (+20.5%)
$459,000 + $277,440
$736,440
2016
$6,456 (+1.6%)
$459,000 + $277,440
$736,440
2015
$6,356 (+4.7%)
$377,000 + $231,000
$608,000
2014
$6,071 (+9.8%)
$352,000 + $215,000
$567,000
2013
$5,527 (+1.6%)
$352,000 + $215,000
$567,000
2012
$5,441 (+0.3%)
$319,600 + $195,520
$515,120
2011
$5,422 (−5.8%)
$319,600 + $195,520
$515,120
2009
$5,755 (−7.6%)
$319,600 + $195,520
$515,120
2008
$6,229
$408,000 + $191,010
$599,010
*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
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
2,614 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1960
Sq. Ft.
953
Year built
1916
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
039162022
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 10, 2026.
R-MH
Residential Multi-Unit And Hotel District
This zone is intended to provide areas for a variety of multi-unit housing types. It is also the intent of this zone to allow hotels and similar establishments, including related restaurant, recreational, conference center, and other auxiliary uses primarily for use by hotel guests, while protecting the existing housing stock, and preserving the residential character of those neighborhoods that are still primarily residential. Regulations for this zone are designed to control activities of a retail nonresidential nature and those which would tend to be inharmonious with housing.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Livestock production
Garden center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Hotel / motel
Mar 1, 2022 • Final
Residential
Install a new photovoltaic solar system on a residential building. The system includes solar modules and one inverter.
Electrical
Solar
Mar 1, 2019 • Final
Residential miscellaneous
Upgrade the existing electrical service to a two hundred amp overhead service.
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Inside Entrance, Attached
Attached Garage: Yes
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Dining Information
Dining Area
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Common Area, Laundry Room
Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Tankless Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Rev Osmosis, Washer
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Slab, Raised, Mixed
Exterior Features: Fruit Trees, Drought Tolerant LND
Construction Materials: Stucco
Roof: Composition
Property Information
Architectural Style: Craftsman
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Property Condition: Excellent
Levels: Single Story
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Near Public Transit
Zoning: R-4
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling Available: Yes
Cooling: Central Air
Utilities Information
Sewer: Sewer Hookup
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Peabody
Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.
High School: S.B. Sr.
Location Information
Cross Street: W Anapamu St
Directions: 101 to Mission Street, South on Castillo. Located on left side before Anapamu Street.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 953
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2,614 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1916
Year Renovated: 1960
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 039162022
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Santa Barbara Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
3/10
Santa Barbara Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 84° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
13 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.9 hours in
June and 5.7 hours in December, placing it above the
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Estimated sale price
$1.73M – $2.10M
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