969 Miramonte Drive 5, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93109, SANTA BARBARA, 93109 - 2 bed, 2 bath
ACTIVE$955,000$1,120/sqft
969 Miramonte Drive 5, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93109
2Beds
2Baths
1,120Sqft
Lot
Price Vs. Estimate
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Key pros and cons
Top Pros:
Prime Mesa Location: Situated in the highly desirable Mesa area of Santa Barbara, offering an attractive lifestyle and strong market appeal.
Top Cons:
Substantial Monthly HOA Fee: The $640 monthly association fee represents a significant ongoing cost that must be factored into affordability for potential buyers.
Compared to the nearby listings
Price:$955.0K vs avg $910.0K (+$45,000)50%
Size:1,120 sqft vs avg 633.5 sqft67%
Price/sqft:$853 vs avg $85650%
More Insights
Built in 1973 (53 years old).
Condition: Built in 1973, this condo has received significant recent cosmetic updates, including new luxury vinyl flooring downstairs, new carpet upstairs, fresh paint throughout, and updated bathroom vanities and fixtures. A newer stove is also present in the kitchen. While the kitchen countertops and some appliances are not high-end, and the overall structure is older, these extensive updates make the property move-in ready with no immediate renovations required, fitting the 'Good' condition criteria.
Year Built
1973
Close
-
List price
$955K
Original List price
-
Price/Sqft
$853
HOA
$640
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
25-4403
Home ConditionGood
Features
Patio
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About this home
Welcome to the best The Highlands have to offer! This highly sought after 2 bed 2 bath, 1120 sq. ft., move in ready condo is looking for its next owner. New luxury vinyl downstairs and new carpet upstairs. Freshly painted and a newer stove has been installed. Close to the community pool, hot tub, clubhouse and sauna. Enjoy the Mesa lifestyle for under 1 million. https://listing.upmarket.media/sites/qnnavoa/unbranded
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William Turner III
Listing Agent
Price History
Date
Event
Price
10/11/00
Sold
$290,000
01/20/21
Sold
$653,000
05/04/18
Sold
$585,000
10/08/03
Sold
$460,000
Condition Rating
Good
Built in 1973, this condo has received significant recent cosmetic updates, including new luxury vinyl flooring downstairs, new carpet upstairs, fresh paint throughout, and updated bathroom vanities and fixtures. A newer stove is also present in the kitchen. While the kitchen countertops and some appliances are not high-end, and the overall structure is older, these extensive updates make the property move-in ready with no immediate renovations required, fitting the 'Good' condition criteria.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Prime Mesa Location: Situated in the highly desirable Mesa area of Santa Barbara, offering an attractive lifestyle and strong market appeal.
Turnkey Condition: Recent interior updates including new luxury vinyl flooring, new carpet, fresh paint, and a newer stove make the unit move-in ready, minimizing immediate buyer expenses.
Extensive Community Amenities: Access to a community pool, hot tub, clubhouse, and sauna significantly enhances the living experience and adds recreational value.
Accessible Price Point: Listed under $1 million in Santa Barbara's Mesa, this property offers a relatively accessible entry point into a premium market.
Desirable Complex Reputation: Described as 'highly sought after,' indicating a well-regarded and popular condominium complex within The Highlands.
Cons
Substantial Monthly HOA Fee: The $640 monthly association fee represents a significant ongoing cost that must be factored into affordability for potential buyers.
Original Construction Age: Built in 1973, the property's age suggests potential for older infrastructure or systems not explicitly updated, which could lead to future maintenance considerations or special assessments.
Condominium Lifestyle Limitations: As a condominium, the property comes with inherent limitations such as shared walls, potential noise, and HOA rules that may restrict personal modifications or lifestyle choices, which might not suit all buyers.