# 3842 Center Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 93110

> **TL;DR:** 3bd/3ba single family, $1,995,000 ($1590/sqft), built 1930, 1,255 sqft.
> A/C. Est. $10,670/mo. Listed 90 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $1,995,000 |
| Price/sqft | $1590 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 3 full |
| Square Feet | 1,255 |
| Year Built | 1930 |
| Lot Size | 7,841 sqft (0.18 acres) |
| Stories | 2 |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | Active |
| Days on Market | 90 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Principal & Interest (20% down, 30-year at 6.5%) | $10,088 |
| Estimated Insurance | $582 |
| **Total** | **$10,670** |

## Nearby Schools

- **Elementary:** Monte Vista
- **Middle:** LaColina
- **High:** S.B. Sr.

## Key Amenities

- A/C

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1930
- 0.18 acre lot
- 2 stories

## Description

### Agent Description
Two residences on one lot, and your own little slice of Santa Barbara paradise! This charming 1930s cottage features an upstairs 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom main residence, plus a separate studio guest residence below. Lovingly updated by its contractor-owner, the home blends timeless character with thoughtful improvements, from patterned Spanish tile and arched details to warm, inviting spaces and beautiful rustic finishes. Tucked into beloved San Roque, the setting is quintessentially Santa Barbara. Outside, winding stone pathways, raised garden beds, and a fun elevated party cabana with stunning sunset views create a magical backyard escape. Who needs a vacation when you can live like this every day?

## Location

- **Address:** 3842 Center Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
- **County:** Santa Barbara
- **Neighborhood:** 15 - San Roque
- **Coordinates:** 34.453456, -119.748551
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=34.453456,-119.748551

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Dianne and Brianna Johnson
- **Brokerage:** Village Properties, Inc.
- **Broker Phone:** (805) 565-8868
- **Listing URL:** [View original listing](https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/3842-Center-Ave_Santa-Barbara_CA_93110_M10593-98066?f=listhub&s=SBMLSCA-26&m=2602&c=propsimple)

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**MLS#:** 26-2602 | **Updated:** 2026-10-27
**Source:** listhub

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