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  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1,136 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 3 days ago
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Perched in Santa Barbara's Lower Riviera, this quintessential 2-bed | 1-bath California Cottage pairs timeless character with ocean, island and Riviera views. Natural light highlights original hardwood floors, coved ceilings, a wood-burning brick fireplace, coffered dining ceiling, built-ins & vintage lighting. The kitchen features original tile work, cabinetry, porcelain sink & a restored O'Keefe & Merritt range. Outside, mature hedges frame a private front garden, while an elevated deck overlooks the ocean. The enclosed grounds offer lush gardens, fruit trees & room for pets or play. A gated driveway provides parking for 4+ cars, plus a 2-car garage with laundry, utility sink, workbench, shelving & storage. Fresh exterior paint completes this home just minutes from East Beach & Downtown.

Full Property Details for 1302 E Cota St

General

  • Price: $1,695,000
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: SBAOR
  • MLS ID: 26-2663
  • Updated: 8/11/2026
  • Added to Site: 5 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Living Room
  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Stove
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Gas Hookup, In Garage

Additional Information

  • Improvements: PAved, Public, SideWalks, Cable
  • Security/Safety: Smoke Detector

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Lawn, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation PRT, Drought Tolerant LND

Parking

  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage, Storage, Attached
  • Garage Description: Attached

Location

  • Area: 15 - SB/EAST OF STATE
  • County: Santa Barbara
  • Subdivision: 15 - Riviera/Lower
  • Cross Streets: Chiquita
  • Driving Directions: From N. Milpas St., East on E. Cota (towards Riviera), property on the right side after Casitas Rd, before Alameda Padre Serra

School Information

  • Elementary School: Franklin
  • Middle School: S.B. Jr.
  • High School: S.B. Sr.

Community

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pet Restrictions: Yes

Utilities

  • Sewer: Sewer Hookup
  • Water: SB Wtr

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Cal Cottage
  • Construction: Stucco
  • Exterior Const.: Stucco
  • Foundation: Raised
  • Roof: Composition
  • Windows: Drapes
  • Square Feet: 1,136
  • Living Area: 1,136 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1932
  • Property Condition: Excellent

Lot Features

  • Property View: Mountain(s), Islands, Ocean, City, Setting
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.13
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,663
  • Lot Size: 5663
  • Lot Features: Sloped Down, Near Public Transit
  • Zoning: R-2

Financial Considerations

  • Terms: Cash, Conventional

Disclosures and Reports

  • Reports: Prelim
  • Property ID: 031-263-001

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Schools serving 1302 E Cota St

School District:Santa Barbara Unified School District
NameGradesDistance
Franklin Elementary School, Santa Barbara, CA
1111 East Mason Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
PK-60.5 mi
Santa Barbara Junior High School
721 East Cota Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
7-80.5 mi
Santa Barbara Senior High School
700 East Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
9-120.8 mi
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Price & Sales History for 1302 E Cota St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
8/11/2026
Listed
$1,695,000
7.45%
MLS
8/27/2025
Sold
$1,577,500
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Tax History for 1302 E Cota St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$10,992
—
$1,577,250
52%
2025
$10,992
2%
$1,038,324
2%
2024
$10,803
2%
$1,017,965
2%
2023
$10,607
2%
$998,005
2%
2022
$10,425
2%
$978,437
2%
2021
$10,185
1%
$959,253
1%
2020
$10,080
2%
$949,418
2%
2019
$9,904
1%
$930,803
2%
2018
$9,764
7%
$912,553
6%
2017
$9,099
5%
$862,000
5%
2016
$8,674
9%
$821,000
10%
2015
$7,924
10%
$746,000
10%
2014
$7,235
10%
$678,000
10%
2013
$6,585
—
$616,000
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1302 E Cota Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103 (MLS# 26-2663) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 1302 E Cota Street is currently listed for $1,695,000 and was received on August 11, 2026. Want to learn more about 1302 E Cota Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Santa Barbara? You can browse all Santa Barbara real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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