18-20 Betty Drive, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105, SANTA BARBARA, 93105 - 5 bed, 2 bath

18-20 Betty Drive, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105 home-pic-0
ACTIVE$1,650,000/sqft
18-20 Betty Drive, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105
5Beds
2Baths
Sqft
5,662Lot

Price Vs. Estimate

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Key pros and cons

Top Pros:
Versatile Living Arrangement: Two independent, move-in ready homes on a single lot offer exceptional flexibility for dual income generation, multi-generational living, or a live-work setup.
Top Cons:
Age of Construction: Built in 1961, the property's underlying infrastructure may be dated, potentially leading to future maintenance needs or requiring updates beyond cosmetic improvements.

Compared to the nearby listings

Price:$1.65M vs avg $2.25M ($-605,000)23%
Size: sqft vs avg 1,780.5 sqft21%
Price/sqft:$0 vs avg $1.1K23%

More Insights

Built in 1961 (65 years old).
Condition: Built in 1961, the property has received several updates, making it move-in ready. Unit #20 features newer carpet, fresh paint, and updated kitchen cabinets, though the white appliances, tiled flooring, and bathroom style appear dated. Unit #18 boasts wood floors, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and new lighting fixtures, indicating more significant renovations. However, the presence of 'wall heaters' and the overall age of the underlying infrastructure suggest that while functional and maintained, the property has not undergone a full, recent renovation to meet current quality standards throughout, aligning with the 'fair' condition criteria.
Year Built
1961
Close
-
List price
$1.65M
Original List price
-
Price/Sqft
$0
HOA
$0
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
26-134
Home ConditionFair
Features
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About this home

An exceptional Samarkand opportunity awaits with two move-in ready homes on one private lot. Discover the flexibility and potential for dual income or multi-generational living at this unique property. Two fully independent homes sit on one beautifully fenced garden lot, offering an unparalleled living arrangement, close to State St. #20 Betty Drive, the charming front home, offers 3 spacious bedrooms and 1 full bath. The living room boasts high ceilings, creating an airy, open feel, and the neat and clean galley kitchen provides direct access to a private side patio. It is move-in ready with newer carpet and fresh paint throughout. #18 Betty Drive, the back home, has 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath. Step onto a sweet front porch and into a living room. #18 Betty Drive, the back home, has 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath. Step onto the front porch and into a living room bathed in natural light, featuring elegant high beamed ceilings and a sliding door to another side patio. The kitchen includes a granite countertop and stainless steel appliances. There are wood floors throughout the main living areas,wall heaters, 3 solar tubes for natural light, and new lighting fixtures.

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Langhorne Group
Listing Agent
Condition Rating
Fair

Built in 1961, the property has received several updates, making it move-in ready. Unit #20 features newer carpet, fresh paint, and updated kitchen cabinets, though the white appliances, tiled flooring, and bathroom style appear dated. Unit #18 boasts wood floors, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and new lighting fixtures, indicating more significant renovations. However, the presence of 'wall heaters' and the overall age of the underlying infrastructure suggest that while functional and maintained, the property has not undergone a full, recent renovation to meet current quality standards throughout, aligning with the 'fair' condition criteria.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Versatile Living Arrangement: Two independent, move-in ready homes on a single lot offer exceptional flexibility for dual income generation, multi-generational living, or a live-work setup.
Prime Samarkand Location: Situated in the desirable Samarkand subdivision, the property benefits from proximity to State Street and the amenities of Santa Barbara.
Turnkey Condition & Modern Updates: Both residences are presented as move-in ready, with #20 featuring newer carpet and fresh paint, and #18 boasting granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, wood floors, and new lighting fixtures.
Architectural Character & Bright Interiors: High ceilings in both homes, along with elegant high beamed ceilings and solar tubes in #18, create airy, light-filled living spaces.
Private Outdoor Spaces: Each home enjoys direct access to its own private patio, complemented by a beautifully fenced garden lot, enhancing privacy and outdoor living.

Cons

Age of Construction: Built in 1961, the property's underlying infrastructure may be dated, potentially leading to future maintenance needs or requiring updates beyond cosmetic improvements.
Suboptimal Heating System: The mention of 'wall heaters' in #18 suggests a lack of central heating, which can be less efficient and comfortable, and implies no central air conditioning.
Limited Bathroom-to-Bedroom Ratio: With a total of 5 bedrooms across two units sharing only 2 full bathrooms, the property may present functional challenges for larger households or multiple occupants.
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