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Property Description
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
Full Property Details for 1302 E Cota St
General
- Sold For: $1,662,050
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SBAOR
- MLS ID: 26-2663
- Added to Site: 56 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
Schools serving 1302 E Cota St
School District:Santa Barbara Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Franklin Elementary School, Santa Barbara, CA 1111 East Mason Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103 | PK-6 | 0.5 mi |
Santa Barbara Junior High School 721 East Cota Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103 | 7-8 | 0.5 mi |
Santa Barbara Senior High School 700 East Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103 | 9-12 | 0.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1302 E Cota St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/18/2026
Sold
$1,662,050
-1.94%
MLS
8/11/2026
Listed
$1,695,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
1302 E Cota Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103 (MLS# 26-2663) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,662,050 on September 18, 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.

