989 Sq. Ft.
$956 / Sq. Ft.
989
Sq. Ft.
$956
per Sq. Ft.

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...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
  1. Listed by Erik Wilde • DRE #01461074 • LIV Sotheby's International Realty Ojai

Property Details for 718 Cook Avenue

Property Information:Within City Limits
No
Zoning
R-1
Zoning:R-1
Yes
Location Info:Cross Street
San Andres St
Architectural Style
Cal. Cottage
Style:Cal. Cottage
Yes
Construction:Single Story
Yes
Property Information:Recurring Fees
No
LISTING UPDATED: 04/20/2026 12:11 PM

Property Details for 718 Cook Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #26-1267
Days on Market4
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1935
Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,920 SF
CountySanta Barbara County

Location

Listing Courtesy of LIV Sotheby's International Realty Ojai, Erik Wilde, DRE #01461074
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Building Information for 718 Cook Avenue

Stories-Year Built1935Building Size-Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,920 SF

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$5,121 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,759

Property Taxes

$362

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 718 Cook Avenue

Details
Features
  • District: 20 - SB/WEST OF STATE
  • District: 20 - SB/WEST OF STATE
  • Appliances Included:Disposal: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Gas Stove: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Diningroom Features: Breakfast Area
  • Dining:Breakfast Area: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Fruit Trees, Fruit Trees2
  • Exterior:Wood Siding: Yes
  • Fireplace(s):Gas: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • FlrWdw Coverings:Laminate: Yes
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pets:Yes: Yes
  • Roof: Composition
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Rooms: Family Room
  • Rooms:Family Room: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Deck: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Fruit Trees: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Fenced: ALL: Yes
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Heating: Wall Furnace
  • Kitchen Appliances: Refrigerator, Disposal, Gas Stove
  • View: None
  • Other Structures: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • Levels: Single Story
  • Community Features: Curbs, Urban
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Rear Porch, Front Porch
  • Room Name: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3
  • Room Total: 3
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Heating: Yes
  • Pool: No
  • Heating:Electric: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Construction Materials:Attic/Crawl Hatchway(s) Insulated: Yes
  • Cooling:Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Heating:Wall Furnace: Yes
  • Year Built Numeric: 1935
  • Other Buildings:Shed: Yes
  • Building Area Total: 0.0
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 043-243-015
  • Association Fee: $.00
Parking/Garage
  • Attached: No
  • Open Parking Spaces: 3.00
  • Parking Features: Outside, Other
  • Parking Garage:Other: Yes
  • Parking Garage:Unc #1: Yes
  • Parking Garage:Total # Uncovered Spaces: 3.00
  • Parking Garage: Other, Unc #12
Room Info
Room Info
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Total Half Baths: 0
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Total Full Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 1.00
Room 1
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Length: 10.00
  • Room Width: 10.00
  • Room Area: 100.00
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 8.00
  • Room Width: 10.00
  • Room Area: 80.00
Room 3
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Length: 7.00
  • Room Width: 10.00
  • Room Area: 70.00
Location Info
Location Info
  • Directions: 101N off at Carrillo St, Follow W Carrillo St and Chino St to Cook Ave
  • Location Info:Compass Map: Santa Barbara
  • Location Info:Map Grid: N12
  • Proximity:Near Bus: Yes
  • Proximity:Near Hospital: Yes
  • Proximity:Near School(s): Yes
  • Proximity:Near Shopping: Yes
  • Number Of Units Buildings: 4
  • Lot Features: Near Public Transit
Neighborhood/Schools
  • Elementary School: Harding
  • Junior High School: LaCumbre
  • High School: S.B. Sr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools:Elementary School: Harding
  • NeighborhoodSchools:Junior High School: LaCumbre
  • NeighborhoodSchools:High School: S.B. Sr.
Property / Assessor Information
Property / Assessor Info
  • Site Improvements:Paved: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 3920.4
  • Lot Size Area: 0.09
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.09
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type Label: Residential
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Foundation:Raised: Yes
  • Condition:Fixer: Yes
  • Property Information:Realtor.com Type: Residential: Single Family
  • Property Information:Year Built: 1935.0
  • Property Information:Source: Public Records
  • Property Information:ADU: No
Utility Info
  • Utility Info:Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Electricity Connected, Water Connected

Property History for 718 Cook Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 19, 2026

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #26-1267

$945,000—
Apr 17, 2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #V1-35807

$945,000—
Apr 17, 2026

Listed (Active)

CLAW #V1-35807VC

$945,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/19/2026

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #26-1267

$945,000
04/17/2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #V1-35807

$945,000
04/17/2026

Listed (Active)

CLAW #V1-35807VC

$945,000

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Public Records for 718 Cook Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$275,631Additions$132,457Total$408,088
Tax Record2025$4,349 ($362 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt989 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt989 SqFtLot Size3,920 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1935CountySANTA BARBARAAPN043-243-015

Schools near 718 Cook Avenue

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 - K to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Harding University Partnership
PublicK to 6

La Cumbre Junior High School
Public7 to 8

San Marcos Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Santa Barbara Community Academy
PublicK to 6

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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718 Cook Avenue is a single family home for sale in Santa Barbara, CA 93101. This property was listed for sale on April 17, 2026 by LIV Sotheby's International Realty Ojai, it's currently listed at $945,000. This listing's school district is Santa Barbara Unified School District. Nearby schools include Harding University Partnership, La Cumbre Junior High School and San Marcos Senior High School. 718 Cook Avenue is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 989 sqft single family home built in 1935.

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