Classic Santa Barbara style meets hip in this turn-key Lower Riviera home. The 3 bed/2bath open floor plan provides flexibility to use the 3rd bedroom as a guestroom, office or den. Renovated and expanded by Vernon Construction in 2009 - additional improvements were made by the current owners including hardwood floors throughout, custom kitchen with Caesarstone counter tops, stunning hacienda fireplace, guest bathroom with double walk-in shower and the master bedroom with its breathtaking bi-folding patio door. Landscaped backyard with a dining area & SB stone patio with a wood burning fire pit & cafe lights. Xeriscape plants & integrated dip watering system round out the indoor/outdoor features of this home. Freshly painted throughout including the garage - the home is move-in
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
4,356 sq ftLot Size
$1,781Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Bought with Doug Schirle•DRE #02021979• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Completely upgraded and refreshed! This home makes great use of space. Full master suite. Kitchen with nice finishes. Exposed beam ceilings. Backyard is functional and perfect for entertaining.
7 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Completely renovated in 2009 with exquisite attention to detail, this beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2 Full Bath Spanish-style Home features hand-finished wood flrs, wood casement doors & windows, a fireplace, recessed lighting, granite counters, Italian tile & Travertine throughout. Saltillo porches, SB Sandstone garden walls, fruit trees, lush landscaping & finished 2-Car garage. Turn-key & Move-in ready!
SBMLS #11-2903
Aug 16, 2011
Listed
$659,000
$645/sq ft
SBMLS #10-2380
Sep 23, 2010
Sold
$735,000
$720/sq ft
Jul 1, 2010
Listed
$749,000
$734/sq ft
SBMLS #09-2166
Nov 2, 2009
Sold
$735,000
$720/sq ft
Jun 16, 2009
Listed
$749,000
$734/sq ft
SBMLS #07-4777
May 9, 2008
Sold
$400,000
$392/sq ft
Mar 21, 2008
Listing Removed
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Nov 15, 2007
Listed
$599,000
$587/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,474 (+1.7%)
$619,110 + $583,414
$1,202,524
2024
$12,260 (+1.8%)
$606,971 + $571,975
$1,178,946
2023
$12,038 (+1.7%)
$595,070 + $560,760
$1,155,830
2022
$11,831 (+2.4%)
$583,402 + $549,765
$1,133,167
2021
$11,559 (+1.0%)
$571,963 + $538,986
$1,110,949
2020
$11,440 (+12.8%)
$560,749 + $528,418
$1,089,167
2019
$10,145 (+1.4%)
$555,000 + $523,000
$1,078,000
2018
$10,001 (+3.4%)
$430,956 + $522,532
$953,488
2017
$9,671 (+2.0%)
$414,222 + $502,243
$916,465
2016
$9,480 (+23.2%)
$414,222 + $502,243
$916,465
2015
$7,695 (+1.7%)
$406,100 + $492,396
$898,496
2014
$7,570 (+30.1%)
$300,000 + $410,000
$710,000
2013
$5,819 (−20.1%)
$300,000 + $410,000
$710,000
2012
$7,280 (−4.6%)
$428,000 + $271,000
$699,000
2011
$7,628 (+77.6%)
$428,000 + $271,000
$699,000
2009
$4,294 (+972.8%)
$450,000 + $285,000
$735,000
2008
$400
$23,096 + $19,691
$42,787
Tax history for 828 Spring St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,474 (+1.7%)
$619,110 + $583,414
$1,202,524
2024
$12,260 (+1.8%)
$606,971 + $571,975
$1,178,946
2023
$12,038 (+1.7%)
$595,070 + $560,760
$1,155,830
2022
$11,831 (+2.4%)
$583,402 + $549,765
$1,133,167
2021
$11,559 (+1.0%)
$571,963 + $538,986
$1,110,949
2020
$11,440 (+12.8%)
$560,749 + $528,418
$1,089,167
2019
$10,145 (+1.4%)
$555,000 + $523,000
$1,078,000
2018
$10,001 (+3.4%)
$430,956 + $522,532
$953,488
2017
$9,671 (+2.0%)
$414,222 + $502,243
$916,465
2016
$9,480 (+23.2%)
$414,222 + $502,243
$916,465
2015
$7,695 (+1.7%)
$406,100 + $492,396
$898,496
2014
$7,570 (+30.1%)
$300,000 + $410,000
$710,000
2013
$5,819 (−20.1%)
$300,000 + $410,000
$710,000
2012
$7,280 (−4.6%)
$428,000 + $271,000
$699,000
2011
$7,628 (+77.6%)
$428,000 + $271,000
$699,000
2009
$4,294 (+972.8%)
$450,000 + $285,000
$735,000
2008
$400
$23,096 + $19,691
$42,787
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,356 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1970
Sq. Ft.
1,021
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
031052017
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
R-2
Two-Unit Residential District
This zone is intended to provide areas for medium-density residential where the principal use of land is for two-unit residences. Single-unit residence and garden apartment developments are also allowed. The regulations for this zone are intended to limit activities which would be inharmonious with or injurious to the preservation and character of a residential environment. Nonresidential uses are limited to those that support daily life of neighborhoods, complement surrounding residential development, and mitigate impacts to traffic, parking demand, light, glare, and noise.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Livestock production
Garden center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Gar #2, Detached
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: No
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Room Information
Den
Dining Information
Dining Area
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Gas Hookup, In Unit
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Gas
Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Tankless Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Low Flow Fixtures, Microwave, Washer, Wtr Softener Leased
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Raised, Pier & Post
Exterior Features: Patio Open, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation PRT, Fenced: ALL, Drought Tolerant LND
Construction Materials: Stucco
Roof: Flat
Property Information
Architectural Style: Spanish
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Property Condition: Excellent
Levels: Single Story, Outside Stairs
Lot Information
View: Mountain(s), Setting
Lot Features: Level, Near Public Transit
Zoning: R-3
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling Available: Yes
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Baseboard
Utilities Information
Sewer: Sewer Hookup
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
School Information
Elementary School: Franklin
Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.
High School: S.B. Sr.
Location Information
Cross Street: De La Guerra
Directions: 1 block east of Milpas, cross street is De La Guerra. Left on Spring, house is on the right (East side of the street).
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,021
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4,356 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: 1970
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 031052017
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
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Schools
Franklin Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.7mi
8/10
Santa Barbara Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
3/10
Santa Barbara Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi
6/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 84° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
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Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.73M – $2.09M
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