Jun 26, 2024 at 7:38pm (EDT)
SOLD | $18.7M
DescriptionThis one-of-a-kind, multi-structure estate is one of the most breathtaking trophy properties in all of Southern California. A City of Santa Barbara designated historic landmark, 2300 Garden Street was a part of the original iconic Santa Barbara Mission lands and once served as a theological college and as various private schools dating back to the early 1900's. The entire site features six institutionally sized building structures, multipurpose sports field, tennis/basketball courts, gardens, additional portable's, several parking lots and 360-degree stunning Pacific Ocean and Santa Ynez Mountain views. Zoned RE-15 with approved educational use, the entire 11.37± acre site has numerous potential uses; imagine a Spanish-Colonial boutique hotel, a spiritual or holistic wellness center, assisted living facility, the family compound of your dreams, or continuing its storied history as a top-tier educational facility (New/different use is subject to all local/State/required approvals.). Residential and potential commercial opportunities abound. Structures on the property include the Grand Main building, Gymnasium, Chapel and Bell Tower, Arts and Sciences Building, Workshop, and Library/Dining Hall—some ready for immediate use and others primed for reimagination. The Spanish-style architecture and original fixtures like exterior sandstone walls, stained glass, wooden doors, and sculptures add to the original historic character to the buildings. The estate site sits in the heart of Santa Barbara’s Upper East residential neighborhood, just next door to the Old Santa Barbara Mission. With its coveted location, amenities, and rich history, this property is the perfect purchase for a savvy investor. Property and opportunity details provided by seller or others; Buyer to verify information and any/all potential or alternative uses and conduct their own due diligence regarding a possible need for any Conditional Use Permits (CUP). (Subject to all local/State/required approvals).
Total
123,764± sf | 6 Mixed-Use Buildings | 6 Classroom & Office Portables | 11.37± acres
Architectural Features
Designated Santa Barbara City historical landmark; Stunning Spanish-style architecture with stone and stucco exterior and red-tiled roofing; structural and seismic renovations made from 2005–2010; Walled and gated property; A variety of potential future uses including luxury senior/assisted living, education, hospitality, and group residential
Interior Features
Historic arched doorways, stone walls, and floors; Some spaces in construction condition including a service wing with foundation.
Grand Main building
40,308±sf; four-story, Romanesque-style, rock-faced coursed ashlar sandstone lower floors; stucco-clad Spanish Renaissance top two floors; central sandstone entry pavilion; three two-story high arches
Gymnasium
22,262±sf; two-story, Spanish Colonial Revival style; open first level
Chapel
10,927±sf; one-story Romanesque Chapel with a mezzanine; transept wing; clergy oratory; one-story arcade on the south; stained glass windows
Bell Tower
3,978±sf; seven-story, Spanish Colonial Revival tower standing as one of the tallest buildings in the City of Santa Barbara; connects the main building to the chapel; central location to property site
Muir Building
14,880±sf; two-story Spanish Colonial Revival building adjacent to gymnasium; serving currently as classrooms; spaces include a recording studio, offices, black box theater workshop, and tech/computer lab; parking lot for building; grass lawn; mountain and ocean views
Refectory/Library/Dining Hall
28,879±sf; three-story building; renovated; elevator access to all floors; commercial kitchen; teaching kitchen; cafeteria; multiple classrooms; large library; studio rooms
Workshop/Garage
2,530±sf; originally served as wood/metal shop
Additional Spaces
6 portable classrooms
Outdoor Features
Sprawling grass field; basketball/tennis courts; gardens; mountain and ocean views
Other Property Features
Driveway access from E. Los Olivos Street and Garden Street
Location
2 minutes to State Street; 4 minutes to prestigious Cottage Hospital; 6 minutes to Downtown Santa Barbara and the historic Theater District; 7 minutes to Montecito; 20 minutes from Santa Barbara Airport
Auction
Property and opportunity details provided by seller or others; buyer to verify. Concierge may also, in its discretion, offer additional incentives to one or more pre-auction bidders, including but not limited to guarantees and purchase terms that differ from the Purchase and Sale Contract.
Deposit
Deposit | $100,000 bidder deposit required.
Buyer's Premium
12%
Buyer shall pay to Concierge a “Buyer's Premium” in addition to the Purchase Price for the Property. The Buyer's Premium is not a real estate commission; it is the fee that Concierge charges to bidders for bringing the Property to auction.
Co-Broker Compensation
1.5%
Compensation will be paid to any properly registered Broker whose client is the successful Buyer at the Auction and whose client completes the purchase of the Property pursuant to Concierge Auctions' Bidder Terms and Conditions.
2300 Garden Street, Santa Barbara, California 93105
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