1623 Chapala St

$1,950,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,518 Sq. Ft.
$1,285 / Sq. Ft.
1,518
Sq. Ft.
$1,285
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Sophisticated Downtown Santa Barbara renovated Modern Craftsman offering detached Auxiliary Studio with permitted half bathroom. This unique jewel of home was extensively updated in 2005 by New York Photographer Dean McNeil, Jr for his wife Marcia Tucker, who was an American Art Historian and founder of the New Museum of Contemporary Art in New York. Whimsical and polished, the unique details of this home create an inspirational feeling that allows you to retreat within the peaceful tree studded...Sophisticated Downtown Santa Barbara renovated Modern Craftsman offering detached Auxiliary Studio with permitted half bathroom. This unique jewel of home was extensively updated in 2005 by New York Photographer Dean McNeil, Jr for his wife Marcia Tucker, who was an American Art Historian and founder of the New Museum of Contemporary Art in New York. Whimsical and polished, the unique details of this home create an inspirational feeling that allows you to retreat within the peaceful tree studded lot surrounded by mature plantings. Great room style floor plan offers open concept living, and kitchen area provides ample storage and innovative design. Detached Studio offers custom built-in cabinetry, radiant floor heating, and private entry. Open concept 2 car garage carport...

Listing Agent

  1. Jennifer Berger

    Jennifer Berger

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01309181

Property Details for 1623 Chapala Street

MLS Neighborhood
15 or 20 - Downtown
Property Information:Within City Limits
No
Zoning
R-4
Zoning:R-4
Yes
Location Info:Cross Street
West Arrellega
Architectural Style
Custom Built, Cal. Cottage, Craftsman
Style:Cal. Cottage
Yes
Style:Craftsman
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 11/12/2025 04:51 PM

Property Details for 1623 Chapala Street

StatusClosed
MLS #25-1713
Days on Market161
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2005
Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,566 SF
CountySanta Barbara County
Compensation RemarksSeller will consider Buyer's Agent Compensation

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Jennifer Berger, DRE #01309181

Sold By Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Jacopo Giacopuzzi, DRE #02062900

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Building Information for 1623 Chapala Street

Stories-Year Built2005Building Size-Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,566 SF

Payment Calculator

$10,852 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$9,636

Property Taxes

$1,216

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1623 Chapala Street

Details
Features
  • District: 20 - SB/WEST OF STATE
  • District: 20 - SB/WEST OF STATE
  • Amenities:Dual Pane Window: Yes
  • Amenities:Remodeled Bath: Yes
  • Amenities:Remodeled Kitchen: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Built-In Electric Oven: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Built-In Gas Range: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Wtr Softener/Owned: Yes
  • Diningroom Features: Breakfast Bar
  • Dining:Breakfast Bar: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace(s):LR: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings:Hardwood: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings:Tile: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings:Other: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings:PRT: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Kitchen, In Unit
  • Laundry:In Kitchen: Yes
  • Laundry:In Unit: Yes
  • Roof: Metal
  • Roof:Metal: Yes
  • Rooms: Primary Bedroom2
  • Rooms:Den: Yes
  • Rooms:Primary Bedroom: Yes
  • View:Setting: Yes
  • View:Wooded: Yes
  • View:Partial/Filtered: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood, PRT, Tile
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Kitchen Appliances: Refrigerator, Built-In Gas Range, Built-In Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Wtr Softener/Owned
  • View: Setting, Wooded, Partial/Filtered
  • Cooling: None
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • Levels: Two Story
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Room Total: 0
  • Heating: Yes
  • Pool: No
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes
  • Year Built Numeric: 2005
  • Main House SqFt: 1213.0
  • Other Structures SqFt: 305.0
  • Building Area Total: 1213.0
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 027-172-010
  • Association Fee: $.00
Parking/Garage
  • Attached: No
  • Parking Features: Cpt #2
  • Carport: Yes
  • Parking Garage:Cpt #2: Yes
  • Parking Garage: Cpt #22
Room Info
Room Info
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Total Half Baths: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Total Full Baths: 2
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 2.10
Location Info
Location Info
  • Directions: 101 North. Exit 98B West Arrellega and make a left on Chapala.
  • Location Info:Compass Map: Santa Barbara
  • Location Info:Map Grid: O12
  • Location Info:Walk Score: 88.00
  • Location Info:Bike Score: 97.00
  • Proximity:Near Bus: Yes
  • Proximity:Near Hospital: Yes
  • Proximity:Near Ocean: Yes
  • Proximity:Near Park(s): Yes
  • Proximity:Near Shopping: Yes
  • Proximity:Restaurants: Yes
  • Number Of Units Buildings: 2
  • Lot Features: Near Public Transit
Neighborhood/Schools
  • Elementary School: Peabody
  • Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • High School: S.B. Sr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools:Elementary School: Peabody
  • NeighborhoodSchools:Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools:High School: S.B. Sr.
Property / Assessor Information
Property / Assessor Info
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 3566.0
  • Lot Size Area: 3566.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.08
  • Property Type Label: Residential
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 51x70
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Foundation:Raised: Yes
  • Condition:Excellent: Yes
  • Property Information:Realtor.com Type: Residential: Single Family
  • Property Information:Year Built: 2005.0
  • Property Information:Source: Measured
  • Property Information:ADU: No
Utility Info
  • Utility Info:Water: Water District, Public
  • WaterSewer:S.B. Wtr: Yes
  • WaterSource: SB Wtr
  • Sewer: Sewer Paid

Property History for 1623 Chapala Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 12, 2025

Sold

CLAW #25540329

$1,950,000—
Nov 12, 2025

Sold

CRMLS #25540329

$1,950,000—
Nov 11, 2025

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #25-1713

$1,950,000—
Oct 30, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1919412912

$1,950,000

+11.3% / yr

Oct 15, 2025

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #25-1713

—
Oct 15, 2025

Pending - Continue to Show

Santa Barbara AOR #25-1713

—
Oct 15, 2025

Pending

CRMLS #25540329

—
Oct 15, 2025

Pending

CLAW #25540329

—
Oct 15, 2025

Pending - Continue to Show

CRMLS #25540329

—
Oct 15, 2025

Pending - Continue to Show

CLAW #25540329

—
May 17, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #25540329

$2,095,000—
May 17, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #25540329

$2,095,000—
Apr 30, 2025

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #25-1713

$2,095,000—
Feb 28, 2022

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #22-610

$1,300,000—
Feb 28, 2022

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #22-610

—
Feb 28, 2022

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #22-610

$1,300,000—
Jan 20, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1484127969

$1,300,000

+3.1% / yr

Mar 20, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #413078329

$1,025,000

+3.9% / yr

Aug 20, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #140800533

$710,000—
Aug 19, 2004

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #04-895

$710,000—
Jul 28, 2004

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #04-895

—
Mar 29, 2004

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #04-895

$799,000—
Aug 31, 2000

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #00-44

$405,000—
Aug 31, 2000

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #00-3257

$405,000—
Aug 31, 2000

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #00-1586

$405,000—
Aug 31, 2000

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #00-1584

$405,000—
Aug 31, 2000

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #00-3256

$405,000—
Aug 31, 2000

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #00-3259

$405,000—
Aug 29, 2000

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #00-3256

—
Aug 29, 2000

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #00-3259

—
Aug 29, 2000

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #00-3257

—
Aug 29, 2000

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #00-3259

$405,000—
Aug 29, 2000

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #00-3257

$405,000—
Aug 29, 2000

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #00-44

—
Aug 29, 2000

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #00-1584

—
Aug 29, 2000

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #00-1586

—
Jun 8, 2000

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #00-1584

$405,000—
Jun 8, 2000

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #00-1586

$405,000—
Jun 8, 2000

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #00-3256

$405,000—
Jan 2, 2000

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #00-44

$405,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/12/2025

Sold

CLAW #25540329

$1,950,000
11/12/2025

Sold

CRMLS #25540329

$1,950,000
11/11/2025

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #25-1713

$1,950,000
10/30/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1919412912

$1,950,000

+11.3% / yr

10/15/2025

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #25-1713

—
10/15/2025

Pending - Continue to Show

Santa Barbara AOR #25-1713

—
10/15/2025

Pending

CRMLS #25540329

—
10/15/2025

Pending

CLAW #25540329

—
10/15/2025

Pending - Continue to Show

CRMLS #25540329

—
10/15/2025

Pending - Continue to Show

CLAW #25540329

—
05/17/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #25540329

$2,095,000
05/17/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #25540329

$2,095,000
04/30/2025

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #25-1713

$2,095,000
02/28/2022

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #22-610

$1,300,000
02/28/2022

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #22-610

—
02/28/2022

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #22-610

$1,300,000
01/20/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1484127969

$1,300,000

+3.1% / yr

03/20/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #413078329

$1,025,000

+3.9% / yr

08/20/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #140800533

$710,000
08/19/2004

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #04-895

$710,000
07/28/2004

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #04-895

—
03/29/2004

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #04-895

$799,000
08/31/2000

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #00-44

$405,000
08/31/2000

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #00-3257

$405,000
08/31/2000

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #00-1586

$405,000
08/31/2000

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #00-1584

$405,000
08/31/2000

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #00-3256

$405,000
08/31/2000

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #00-3259

$405,000
08/29/2000

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #00-3256

—
08/29/2000

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #00-3259

—
08/29/2000

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #00-3257

—
08/29/2000

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #00-3259

$405,000
08/29/2000

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #00-3257

$405,000
08/29/2000

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #00-44

—
08/29/2000

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #00-1584

—
08/29/2000

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #00-1586

—
06/08/2000

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #00-1584

$405,000
06/08/2000

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #00-1586

$405,000
06/08/2000

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #00-3256

$405,000
01/02/2000

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #00-44

$405,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1623 Chapala Street

Taxable ValueLand$721,621Additions$657,948Total$1,379,569
Tax Record2025$14,589 ($1,216 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Total Finished SqFt1,222 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,222 SqFtStories1Lot Size3,484 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1904CountySANTA BARBARAAPN027-172-010Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1623 Chapala Street

This home is within Santa Barbara Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Santa Barbara Community Academy
PublicK to 6

Santa Barbara Junior High School
Public7 to 8

Santa Barbara Senior High School
Public9 to 12

La Cuesta Continuation High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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