512 E Islay Street
512 E Islay Street
512 E Islay Street
512 E Islay Street
512 E Islay Street
512 E Islay Street
512 E Islay Street
512 E Islay Street
512 E Islay Street
512 E Islay Street
512 E Islay Street
512 E Islay Street
512 E Islay Street
512 E Islay Street
512 E Islay Street
512 E Islay Street
512 E Islay Street
512 E Islay Street
512 E Islay Street
512 E Islay Street
512 E Islay Street
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512 E Islay Street

512 E Islay Street, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101

$1,595,000
Upper East Vintage Cottage | Timeless Charm with a Garden Sanctuary - Step back in time with this enchanting 1916-built cottage, tucked away on a picturesque, tree-lined street in Santa Barbara's sought-after Upper East neighborhood. Offering two bedrooms and one bath on the main level and a finished room, half bath, and laundry area on the lower level. This home is filled with vintage character and cozy charm. Inside, enjoy sunlit living spaces with original hardwood floors, classic windows, and period details throughout. The kitchen and baths remain largely original--clean, inviting, and brimming with old-world charm--perfect for those who appreciate the craftsmanship of a bygone era or wish to add their personal touch. Outside, the home truly shines. The beautifully landscaped yard is.. ...is a private garden retreat, with stone walkways, a flagstone patio, abundant mature fruit trees, and vibrant flowering plants. Lush foliage surrounds the property, creating a sense of privacy and seclusion while remaining elevated above the street. It's an ideal setting for a relaxing morning or simply enjoying the peaceful ambiance of your own verdant oasis.
All of this, just minutes from downtown Santa Barbara, the historic Mission, parks, and dining.
A rare Upper East gem - rich in character, embraced by nature, and ready to welcome its next chapter.

2
beds

2
baths

856 Sq.Ft. LIVING AREA

3,484 Sq.Ft. lot

Kirk Hodson

Kirk Hodson

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • total bedrooms2
  • Total bathrooms2
  • full bathroom1
  • half bathroom1
  • Laundry room In Unit
  • Flooring Hardwood
  • Fireplace Living Room
  • APPLIANCES Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Stove, Washer

Area & Lot

  • Status For Sale
  • Living Area856 Sq.Ft.
  • Lot Area3,484 Sq.Ft.
  • MLS® ID25-2810
  • TypeResidential
  • YEAR BUILT1916
  • NeighborhoodSanta Barbara
  • Architecture StylesCal Cottage
  • View DescriptionPartial/Filtered
  • Elementary SchoolRoosevelt
  • Middle SchoolS.B. Jr.
  • High SchoolS.B. Sr.

Exterior

  • water SourceSB Wtr
  • roofComposition
  • parkingGar 1
  • HEAT TYPEGravity
  • sewerSewer Hookup
  • SubstructureRaised
  • other exterior FeaturesFruit Trees, Yard Irrigation T/O

Financial

  • Sales Price$1,595,000
  • Zoning R-2

Santa Barbara

Set against California’s central coastline and its laid-back, hip, urban vibe.

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