718 Cook Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 - Photo 1

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$955,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
1 Full Bath
989 Sq. Ft.
Updated 15 hours ago

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Property Description

Opportunity knocks in the heart of Santa Barbara! Built in 1935, this property is being sold as-is and presents an exceptional opportunity for investors, builders, or buyers with vision to restore, reimagine, or redevelop.Set in a desirable Westside neighborhood, the value here is truly in the potential and the unbeatable location. Just minutes from vibrant downtown, you'll enjoy easy access to State Street's renowned dining, shopping, nightlife, and cultural attractions. The nearby waterfront and beaches, including East Beach, offer the quintessential Santa Barbara lifestyle with sun, sand, and ocean breezes just a short drive or bike ride away.This central location also provides convenient access to parks, schools, and major thoroughfares, making it ideal for both full-time living or investment purposes. Whether you're looking to renovate and create your dream home or capitalize on a prime coastal market, this is a rare chance to secure a property in one of Southern California's most sought-after communities.Bring your contractor and your imagination, opportunities like this don't come around often in Santa Barbara!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 718 Cook Ave

General

Sold For: $955,000
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRMLS
MLS ID: V1-35807
Added to Site: 115 day(s) ago

Interior

Rooms/Areas: Kitchen, Family Room
Fireplace(s): None
Eating Areas: Dining Room
Appliances: Water Heater, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Gas Oven
Flooring: Laminate

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

Laundry: None

Additional Information

Pool Description: None
Spa Description: None

Exterior

Deck/Patio: Deck

Parking

Parking: Shared Driveway, Tandem Uncovered

Location

County: Santa Barbara
Driving Directions: 101N off at Carrillo St, Follow W Carrillo St and Chino St to Cook Ave

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Urban

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: None
Heating Type: Wall Furnace

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Cottage
Structure Type: Single Family Residence
Construction: Wood Siding
Foundation: Raised
Roof: Shingle
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Windows: Blinds
Doors: Sliding Doors
Stories/Levels: One
Stories Description: One
Square Feet: 989
Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
Year Built: 1935
Year Built Source: Public Records
Property Condition: Repairs (Major), Fixer

Additional Structures

Other Structures: Shed(s)

Lot Features

Property View: None
Lot Size (Acres): 0.09
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Description: No Sprinklers
Fencing (Description): Wood

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $965.62

Disclosures and Reports

Special Conditions: Standard

Listed by LIV Sothebys Ojai, Lydia Johnson and LIV Sothebys Ojai, Erik Wilde
Sold by Heritage Valley Realty, Lorenzo Gama

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— 718 Cook Ave —

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LIV Sothebys Ojai
Erik Wilde

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Schools

Schools serving 718 Cook Ave

School District:Santa Barbara Unified School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Harding University Partnership 1625 Robbins Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101	PK-6	0.3 mi
La Cumbre Junior High School 2255 Modoc Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93101	7-8	0.7 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 718 Cook Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

6/24/2026

Sold

$955,000

1.06%

MLS

4/17/2026

Listed

$945,000

—

MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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718 Cook Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 - Photo 1

Sold

$955,000