Come live the California dream in this charming two bedroom, one bathroom, quintessential California Cottage nestled in the coveted Lower Riviera in Santa Barbara. Natural light washes over the open living and dining areas. Original hardwood floors guide you through the home, whispering stories of the past. A remodeled bathroom boasts luxurious marble finishes, while spacious bedrooms offer ample space for work and relaxation. You are sure to appreciate the spacious kitchen with a separate laundry room and plenty of storage. Unique details like coved archways and a telephone nook add a touch of whimsy to this sweet home. Unwind or entertain on a spacious private covered deck, perfect for al fresco dining or stargazing. A large backyard offers room to grow, with potential for an ADU. The garage beckons to be transformed into a dream bonus room, while off-street parking provides ample space for you and your guests. Imagine the possibilities! This enchanting home offers the perfect blend of location, character, and potential. Close to so many of Santa Barbara's favorites: ~Catch a concert at the Santa Barbara Bowl, just blocks away ~ Be a regular at beloved Santa Barbara institutions - The Shop Kitchen, La Super-Rica Taqueria, Los Agaves - within steps of your front door ~Long for sun-kissed days? Famed East Beach and vibrant State Street with shops and restaurants are just a mile away Don't miss your chance to live the Santa Barbara dream!
Single-familyProperty Type
1938Year Built
5,227 sq ftLot Size
$1,479Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Michelle Cook•DRE #01451543• Compass
Bought with Stefan Rock Stojanovski•DRE #02112629• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
This sweet 2bedroom/1bathroom California Cottage rests on a quiet little street on the Lower Riviera with a walk score of 80%. Walk to the newly developing Milpas corridor for shopping, restaurants, schools and the County Bowl! Just over a mile from Santa Barbara's famed East Beach! The living room has a cozy fireplace, a bright spacious kitchen and laundry room, office and a large sunny deck to enjoy outdoor dining with peeks of the ocean. Original hard wood floors under the carpeting! The fenced yard offers off street parking with a garage and lot's of storage space. R2 Zoning allows for an ADU! Raised beds for gardens rest on grass in the back yard.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,172 (+29.7%)
$739,500 + $724,085
$1,463,585
2024
$11,697 (+1.8%)
$725,000 + $709,888
$1,434,888
2023
$11,484 (+1.7%)
$742,845 + $359,629
$1,102,474
2022
$11,287 (+1,686.1%)
$728,280 + $352,578
$1,080,858
2021
$632 (+1.2%)
$714,000 + $345,665
$1,059,665
2020
$624 (+2.0%)
$28,019 + $34,981
$63,000
2019
$612 (+1.7%)
$27,732 + $34,623
$62,355
2018
$601 (+3.7%)
$27,189 + $33,945
$61,134
2017
$580 (−11.3%)
$26,134 + $32,628
$58,762
2016
$654 (+1.1%)
$26,134 + $32,628
$58,762
2015
$647 (+1.7%)
$25,622 + $31,989
$57,611
2014
$636 (+0.3%)
$24,744 + $30,892
$55,636
2013
$634 (+9.9%)
$24,744 + $30,892
$55,636
2012
$577 (+2.4%)
$24,633 + $30,753
$55,386
2011
$564 (+0.9%)
$24,150 + $30,150
$54,300
2009
$559 (+12.9%)
$23,501 + $29,339
$52,840
2008
$495
$23,096 + $28,833
$51,929
Tax history for 909 Spring St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,172 (+29.7%)
$739,500 + $724,085
$1,463,585
2024
$11,697 (+1.8%)
$725,000 + $709,888
$1,434,888
2023
$11,484 (+1.7%)
$742,845 + $359,629
$1,102,474
2022
$11,287 (+1,686.1%)
$728,280 + $352,578
$1,080,858
2021
$632 (+1.2%)
$714,000 + $345,665
$1,059,665
2020
$624 (+2.0%)
$28,019 + $34,981
$63,000
2019
$612 (+1.7%)
$27,732 + $34,623
$62,355
2018
$601 (+3.7%)
$27,189 + $33,945
$61,134
2017
$580 (−11.3%)
$26,134 + $32,628
$58,762
2016
$654 (+1.1%)
$26,134 + $32,628
$58,762
2015
$647 (+1.7%)
$25,622 + $31,989
$57,611
2014
$636 (+0.3%)
$24,744 + $30,892
$55,636
2013
$634 (+9.9%)
$24,744 + $30,892
$55,636
2012
$577 (+2.4%)
$24,633 + $30,753
$55,386
2011
$564 (+0.9%)
$24,150 + $30,150
$54,300
2009
$559 (+12.9%)
$23,501 + $29,339
$52,840
2008
$495
$23,096 + $28,833
$51,929
*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
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,227 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1938
Sq. Ft.
1,099
Year built
1938
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
029314007
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
Mar 1, 2019 • Final
Historic permits
Replace an existing water heater and install it in a new location within a three-sided metal cover. The installation must not be placed within property setbacks and is subject to field inspection.
Plumbing
Water heater
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: Gar #1, Unc #2
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: No
Open Parking YN: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Room Information
Sun Room
Dining Information
In Kitchen
Formal
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Gas Hookup, In Kitchen
Fireplace Features: Gas, LR
Appliances: Dryer, Gas Stove, Washer
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Hardwood
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Raised
Exterior Features: Deck, Lawn, Fenced: BCK
Construction Materials: Stucco
Roof: Composition
Property Information
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Property Condition: Excellent
Levels: Single Story
Lot Information
View: Mountain(s), Ocean, City
Lot Features: Level, Near Public Transit
Zoning: R-2
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Wall Furnace
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Franklin
Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.
High School: S.B. Sr.
Location Information
Cross Street: Canon Perdido
Directions: Milpas to Canon Perdido Street. First block on the left off of Canon Perdido
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,099
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5,227 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1938
Year Renovated: 1938
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 029314007
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Franklin Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.8mi
8/10
Santa Barbara Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
3/10
Santa Barbara Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.2mi
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
7/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 84° expected this year, 22 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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Santa Barbara, CA • 93103
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In this area, properties receive around 9.9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.55M – $1.87M
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