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1st Time On The Market In Decades 1825 Chapala St 40 Unit Apartment Building $12,495,000 ($312,375/Unit) 5% Cap Rate Santa Barbara, CA 93101



INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS
- PRICE REDUCED TO $12,495,000 / 5.00% CAP RATE.
- 35 space parking lot resurfaced & re-striped in 2025.
- Current-to-market rent spread: 9.02%
- Roofs replaced in 2023.
- Several units feature upgraded interiors including quartz countertops, new cabinetry, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and newer windows.
- Other amenities include a central courtyard with a stone table and barbecue, a large laundry facility, and a secure storage room.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
PRICE REDUCTION! NOW OFFERED AT $12,495,000 / 5.00% CAP RATE.
1825 Chapala Street is a 40-unit multifamily property located in the heart of Santa Barbara’s highly desirable Oak Park neighborhood. Perfectly situated just blocks from Cottage Hospital, downtown State Street, and a wide array of shopping, dining, and entertainment, the property offers residents unmatched convenience while maintaining a peaceful residential atmosphere. Its central location ensures consistent tenant demand, drawing from major employers, public transit, and the vibrant downtown core.
The property is comprised of three well-maintained buildings, each containing junior one-bedroom, one-bath units ranging from approximately 300 to 330 square feet. These efficient layouts feature open bedroom areas without doors, full kitchens, and private bathrooms, with several units offering private patios or fenced yards. Many interiors have been upgraded to modern standards with quartz countertops, new cabinetry, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and newer windows that enhance both comfort and appeal.
Significant capital improvements have been completed, including the full replacement of all roofs in 2023 and the complete resurfacing and re-striping of the parking lot in 2025. Residents enjoy ample on-site parking with 35 standard spaces plus one designated handicap space, as well as a central courtyard with a stone table and barbecue, a large laundry facility, and a secure storage room.
With strong in-place income and considerable room for rental growth, 1825 Chapala Street presents an exceptional value-add opportunity in one of California’s most supply-constrained and consistently high-demand rental markets. The combination of its prime location, desirable unit mix, modern upgrades, and recent major building improvements positions this property for long-term stability and sustained income growth.
1825 Chapala Street is a 40-unit multifamily property located in the heart of Santa Barbara’s highly desirable Oak Park neighborhood. Perfectly situated just blocks from Cottage Hospital, downtown State Street, and a wide array of shopping, dining, and entertainment, the property offers residents unmatched convenience while maintaining a peaceful residential atmosphere. Its central location ensures consistent tenant demand, drawing from major employers, public transit, and the vibrant downtown core.
The property is comprised of three well-maintained buildings, each containing junior one-bedroom, one-bath units ranging from approximately 300 to 330 square feet. These efficient layouts feature open bedroom areas without doors, full kitchens, and private bathrooms, with several units offering private patios or fenced yards. Many interiors have been upgraded to modern standards with quartz countertops, new cabinetry, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and newer windows that enhance both comfort and appeal.
Significant capital improvements have been completed, including the full replacement of all roofs in 2023 and the complete resurfacing and re-striping of the parking lot in 2025. Residents enjoy ample on-site parking with 35 standard spaces plus one designated handicap space, as well as a central courtyard with a stone table and barbecue, a large laundry facility, and a secure storage room.
With strong in-place income and considerable room for rental growth, 1825 Chapala Street presents an exceptional value-add opportunity in one of California’s most supply-constrained and consistently high-demand rental markets. The combination of its prime location, desirable unit mix, modern upgrades, and recent major building improvements positions this property for long-term stability and sustained income growth.
PROPERTY FACTS
| Price | $12,495,000 | Apartment Style | Low-Rise |
| Price Per Unit | $312,375 | Building Class | C |
| Sale Type | Investment | Lot Size | 0.66 AC |
| Cap Rate | 5% | Building Size | 30,248 SF |
| No. Units | 40 | No. Stories | 2 |
| Property Type | Multifamily | Year Built | 1966 |
| Property Subtype | Apartment | Parking Ratio | 2.39/1,000 SF |
| Zoning | R4 | ||
| Price | $12,495,000 |
| Price Per Unit | $312,375 |
| Sale Type | Investment |
| Cap Rate | 5% |
| No. Units | 40 |
| Property Type | Multifamily |
| Property Subtype | Apartment |
| Apartment Style | Low-Rise |
| Building Class | C |
| Lot Size | 0.66 AC |
| Building Size | 30,248 SF |
| No. Stories | 2 |
| Year Built | 1966 |
| Parking Ratio | 2.39/1,000 SF |
| Zoning | R4 |
AMENITIES
UNIT AMENITIES
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Oven
- Range
- Tub/Shower
SITE AMENITIES
- 24 Hour Access
- Controlled Access
- Laundry Facilities
- Walk-Up
UNIT MIX INFORMATION
| DESCRIPTION | NO. UNITS | AVG. RENT/MO | SF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1+1 | 40 | - | 302 |
Walk Score®
Very Walkable (86)
PROPERTY TAXES
| Parcel Number | 027-022-026 | Improvements Assessment | $2,917,910 |
| Land Assessment | $2,220,249 | Total Assessment | $5,138,159 |
PROPERTY TAXES
Parcel Number
027-022-026
Land Assessment
$2,220,249
Improvements Assessment
$2,917,910
Total Assessment
$5,138,159
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