1308 Bath Street, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101, SANTA BARBARA, 93101 - bed, bath
ACTIVE$1,950,000$2,533/sqft
1308 Bath Street, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101
0Bed
0Bath
2,533Sqft
5,662Lot
Price Vs. Estimate
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Key pros and cons
Top Pros:
Prime Downtown Location: Situated in a highly desirable downtown Santa Barbara location, just 2-3 blocks from the Public Market, fine dining, and major theaters, offering excellent walkability and access to amenities.
Top Cons:
Requires Significant Investment: The property description explicitly states the need to 'upgrade the existing units' and 'convert spaces to additional unit(s),' indicating substantial capital expenditure and effort required to maximize its potential.
Compared to the nearby listings
Price:$1.95M vs avg $1.77M (+$175,000)56%
Size:2,533 sqft vs avg 1,690 sqft63%
Price/sqft:$770 vs avg $62456%
More Insights
Built in 1958 (68 years old).
Condition: Built in 1958, this duplex requires substantial rehabilitation to meet modern living standards. Both kitchens feature extremely dated cabinetry, countertops, and appliances (one unit has a vintage 1950s-era stove, the other has basic older white appliances). Bathrooms are equally outdated with basic vanities, old tile work, and linoleum flooring. While the property appears clean and functional, the finishes, fixtures, and lack of central HVAC (visible wall heaters) contribute to a very uncomfortable and outdated living experience, necessitating extensive renovation rather than minor updates.
Year Built
1958
Close
-
List price
$1.95M
Original List price
-
Price/Sqft
$770
HOA
$0
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
25-4284
Home ConditionPoor
Features
Deck
Patio
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About this home
1306+1308 Bath Street is a prime-location downtown duplex with many rooms and square footage, plus a detached 2-car garage, delivered vacant for the next owner to maximize its potential. Downstairs unit is a 4-bed/2-bath with separate entrances for potential conversion to a main unit + Junior ADU unit. Upstairs is a spacious 2-bed/1-bath apartment; the combined measured square footage for both apartments is over 2500+/- SF. Zoning is R-M and within the highest density (63 units per acre) overlay for Average Unit Density (AUD) plus SDBL development. Upgrade the existing units, convert spaces to additional unit(s) through ADU('s), and/or develop further through the AUD overlay. Great location within 2-3 blocks of the Public Market, fine dining, and the Arlington and Granada Theaters.
K
Ken Switzer
Listing Agent
Nearby schools
5/10
Roosevelt Elementary School
Public,•K-6•1.0mi
5/10
La Cumbre Junior High School
Public,•7-8•1.1mi
4/10
Santa Barbara Junior High School
Public,•7-8•1.2mi
6/10
Santa Barbara Senior High School
Public,•9-12•0.9mi
7/10
San Marcos Senior High School
Public,•9-12•4.5mi
Condition Rating
Poor
Built in 1958, this duplex requires substantial rehabilitation to meet modern living standards. Both kitchens feature extremely dated cabinetry, countertops, and appliances (one unit has a vintage 1950s-era stove, the other has basic older white appliances). Bathrooms are equally outdated with basic vanities, old tile work, and linoleum flooring. While the property appears clean and functional, the finishes, fixtures, and lack of central HVAC (visible wall heaters) contribute to a very uncomfortable and outdated living experience, necessitating extensive renovation rather than minor updates.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Prime Downtown Location: Situated in a highly desirable downtown Santa Barbara location, just 2-3 blocks from the Public Market, fine dining, and major theaters, offering excellent walkability and access to amenities.
Significant Development Potential: Zoned R-M with the highest density overlay (63 units per acre AUD + SDBL), providing substantial opportunity for further development, ADU conversions, or maximizing unit count.
Income-Generating Duplex (Vacant Delivery): A duplex property delivered vacant, offering immediate income potential for investors or flexibility for an owner-occupant to set market rents and choose tenants.
Spacious Units & ADU Conversion Potential: Combined square footage of over 2500+/- SF across two units, with the downstairs unit having separate entrances suitable for conversion into a main unit plus a Junior ADU.
Detached 2-Car Garage: Includes a valuable detached 2-car garage, a significant asset for parking and storage in a dense downtown area.
Cons
Requires Significant Investment: The property description explicitly states the need to 'upgrade the existing units' and 'convert spaces to additional unit(s),' indicating substantial capital expenditure and effort required to maximize its potential.
Age of Property: Built in 1958, the property is likely to have dated systems, finishes, and infrastructure that may require extensive renovation to meet modern standards and tenant expectations.
High Entry Price Point: Listed at $1,950,000, this represents a significant initial investment, especially considering the additional capital needed for upgrades and development to realize its full value.