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.
For sale
$1,595,000
512 E Islay St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
2beds
856sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1916
3,484 Square Feet Lot
$1,589,100 Zestimate®
$1,863/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Vintage characterCozy charmPeriod detailsAbundant mature fruit treesElevated above the streetTree-lined streetStone walkways
- 15 days
- on Zillow |
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 03, 2025 at 11:32pm
Listed by:
Kirk G Hodson 01908650 805-886-6527,
Compass
Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 25-2810

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Gravity
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Drapes
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 856
- Total interior livable area: 856 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: Single Story
- Exterior features: Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation T/O
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Partial/Filtered
Lot
- Size: 3,484 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 027064005
- Zoning: R-2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other, Wood Siding, Wood Shingles
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 1916
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks
- Subdivision: 15 - Upper Eastside
Location
- Region: Santa Barbara
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,863/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,149,283
- Annual tax amount: $12,217
- Date on market: 7/24/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Ctnl
- Exclusions: Other
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