1701 S Thornburg #143 · Santa Maria, CA
Flood risk 1/10 · Minimal
- FEMA flood zone
- X (unshaded)
- Chance of flooding over 30 yrs
- 0.0%
- Est. flood insurance / yr
- $507 – $1,088
Fire risk 1/10 · Minimal
- Est. fire insurance / yr
- $659 – $1,223
Heat risk 3/10 · Minor
- Hot days now (above 84°F)
- 7 days/yr
- Hot days in 30 yrs
- 16 days/yr
Wind risk 1/10 · Minimal
- Chance of severe wind over 30 yrs
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Air-quality risk 6/10 · Moderate
- Unhealthy air days now
- 8 days/yr
- Unhealthy air days in 30 yrs
- 10 days/yr
Risk factors via First Street. Map © Google.
Why this score? — see what drove the C+ grade
The composite is a weighted blend of 9 inputs, each scored 0–100. Each bar is that input's sub-score; the figure is the points it added to the 100-point composite (weight × sub-score).
- Cash flow +30.0/30.0
- 1% rule +10.0/10.0
- DSCR +10.0/10.0
- Livability +3.6/5.0
- Rent growth +3.1/5.0
- Schools +2.9/10.0
- Condition / age +2.5/5.0
- ARV discount +1.6/15.0
- Appreciation +0.0/10.0
$149,000
🖨 Deal sheet (PDF) 📄 Offer letter ✓ Due diligence
Listing remarks MLS
Welcome to 1701 S Thornburg Space 143, nestled within the charming La Maria Mobile Home 55+ community in Santa Maria. With a generously sized living space, this home offers an open atmosphere that can be transformed into your ideal haven. The interior is a canvas awaiting your creativity with endless possibilities as you reimagine the decor to suit your taste and lifestyle. The features include a large living room, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and laundry room equipped with front-loading Samsung washer and dryer. The kitchen is freshly painted in addition to new stainless steel sink, faucets, garbage disposal, stainless steel range hood and dishwasher. The front porch is covered with tile floor and there are 2 sheds for outside storage. Enjoy time at the clubhouse for various community activities along with a pool and spa to relax at. Conveniently situated in Santa Maria, you'll have access to an array of amenities, services, and attractions that cater to a vibrant lifestyle. Whether you're seeking local dining, shopping, or recreational activities, this location offers a plethora of options to explore and enjoy. Park Approval required. Seller will be installing new carpet
Key facts
- 1,344 sq ft lot
- 2 garage spots
- Built 1973
Property features AI
Finance
- Other: Lot approximately 1,344 sq ft; Building area reported as 1,258 (source: owner)
- HOA & community: Age-restricted community; Pets allowed with restrictions; Monthly land lease (site fee) applies
Exterior
- Parking: 2 garage spaces; Attached carport
- Utilities: Public water service; Public sewer; Natural gas available
- Home design: Manufactured home; Mobile home model: BUDGER; Manufacture make: BUDSGER; Mobile dimensions approximately 56' x 12'
- Construction: Aluminum siding; Shingle roof
- Exterior features: Tool shed; Public water; Public sewer
Interior
- Kitchen: Gas cooktop; Oven; Dishwasher; Refrigerator
- Flooring: Carpet; Wood; Laminate
- Bathrooms: 2 full bathrooms
- Heating & cooling: Natural gas heating
- Interior features: Carpet, wood, and laminate flooring; Laundry located inside
- Laundry & utility: Indoor laundry
Neighborhood map
What this means for you Summary
Snapshot
- This is a 2-bed/2.0-bath manufactured listed at $149k.
Deal economics
- At list price, monthly cash flow is $898 ($11k/yr) — positive.
- The deal already cash-flows at list — no discount required.
- Meets the 1% rule at list price ($2k rent vs $149k).
- Recommended offer: $131k (12.0% below list) — sets the bar for market timing.
- Cap rate 13.5% vs local median 3.5% in Santa Maria — top-decile yield for the area; either an underpriced asset or a hidden risk that comps aren't pricing in. Stress-test before assuming the spread holds.
Location & tenants
- Location reads 71/100 on livability (#202 in CA) — a middle-class / working-renter tenant base. Strengths: amenities A+, commute A+, health & safety A; Watch: schools F, crime F, cost of living F.
- Santa Maria-Bonita (urban): math 26% / reading 34% proficiency, ranked #1,023 of 1,400 in CA (top 73%) — families likely to look elsewhere, expect single-tenant / working-renter base with shorter leases; 72% free/reduced lunch — lower-income household profile, screen leases tightly.
- Market conditions: Rents rising (+2.3%/yr); 54 active listings in the ZIP; 11 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals at typical pace (median 15d on market — plan ~3-4 weeks tenant-placement turnaround); solid renter incomes; 719 units permitted in Santa Barbara County in 2024 (217 in 5+ unit buildings).
- This rent runs 39% of the median local income ($75k/yr) — at the standard rent-burdened threshold; future hikes will face affordability resistance.
Forward outlook
- Local home prices are declining (-3.0%/yr); year-one equity from $1k of loan paydown is wiped out by about $4k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
- Santa Barbara County population projected at +20% by 2050 — long-run rental-demand tailwind backs the buy-and-hold thesis.
- At projected returns (-3.0% appreciation + 2.3% rent growth), your $42k cash investment doubles in ~5 years — after that, you're playing with house money.
Negotiation context
- It's been on market 239 days — a 12% lower offer ($131k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
- 4 sale attempts since 29y ago; this cycle's ask has dropped $66k (31%) from the opening price — seller is motivated, your offer sets the floor, not the list.
- Current owner paid $100k; 49% above their basis — modest negotiation headroom, anchor on the comps not their cost.
Questions for the listing agent
- It's been on market 239 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 12% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
- Built in 1973 — when were the roof, HVAC, electrical panel, plumbing, and water heater last replaced?
- Why hasn't it sold? Are there any deal-killer items the seller is aware of (foundation, flood, title, zoning, code violations)?
- Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
- Schools are F-rated, which usually means shorter tenancies and higher turnover. Who's the typical renter profile here, and what's been the actual vacancy rate?
- Crime grade is F in this area — have there been break-ins, vandalism, or insurance claims at this property in the last 3 years? What carrier currently insures it and at what premium?
- What's the average days-on-market for RENTAL listings here right now (not sales)? A rising rental-DOM trend means longer vacancies and softer asking-rent achievability than the comps imply.
- What's the recent tenant-quality profile in this submarket — average credit score on applications, eviction rate, late-payment / NSF rate, and stable-employment percentage? A property-management company in the area should have these aggregated.
- How much new for-sale + rental construction is in the pipeline within 1–3 miles? Heavy new supply typically softens prices + rents 12–24 months out; constrained supply supports both.
Investment metrics
- 1% rule
- 1.64% ✓
- Cap rate
- 13.52%
- Cash-on-cash
- 25.82%
- DSCR
- 2.15
- GRM
- 5.1
CMA / ARV
- ARV (on-the-fly)
- $131,712
- Comps found
- 6
Show comp detail 6 sales within ~0.75 mi
| Address | Dist | Beds/Ba | Sqft | Sold | Price | $/sf | Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1701 S Thornburg St #139 | 0.04mi | 2/2.0 | 1,368 (+2%) | 21mo | $135,000 | $99 | 78 |
| 1701 S Thornburg St #28 | 0.11mi | 2/2.0 | 1,248 (-7%) | 9mo | $90,000 | $72 | 75 |
| 1701 S Thornburg St #61 | 0.09mi | 2/2.0 | 1,200 (-11%) | 6mo | $84,500 | $70 | 72 |
| 1701 S Thornburg #156 | 0.14mi | 3/2.0 (+1) | 1,434 (+7%) | 9mo | $235,000 | $164 | 69 |
| 1701 S Thornburg St #108 | 0.15mi | 3/2.0 (+1) | 1,200 (-11%) | 4mo | $108,000 | $90 | 67 |
| 1701 S Thornburg St #73 | 0.11mi | 2/2.0 | 1,536 (+14%) | 10mo | $150,000 | $98 | 63 |
Match score weights: distance 35% · size 25% · config 20% · recency 20%. Top-matched comps best support the ARV.
Projected returns pro-forma
-3.0% appreciation · 2.31% rent growth · sell at horizon
- IRR
- 18.7%
- Equity multiple
- 1.75×
- Total profit
- $31,389
- Equity at exit
- $22,216
- IRR
- 26.6%
- Equity multiple
- 3.26×
- Total profit
- $94,301
- Equity at exit
- $12,883
Cash invested: $41,720 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.
Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology
- Overall (STATE)
- 18 Strongly Tenant-Friendly
- State California
- 18 Strongly Tenant-Friendly · D+13
- County
- — inherits STATE
- City
- — inherits STATE
ZIP-level market 93458
- Rents YoY
- 2.3%
- Active inventory
- 54
- Price-to-rent
- 5.1×
Monthly cashflow live
- Estimated rent
- $2,440 high interval (Pro) →
- Mortgage (P&I)
- −$781
- Tax est. 1.5%
- −$186 /mo · $2,235/yr
- Insurance
- −$62
- HOA
- −$0
- Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt
- −$512
- Net cashflow
- $898
Break-even live
Sensitivity live
| Price | -10% $1,001 | -5% $949 | +0% $898 | +5% $846 | +10% $795 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rent | -10% $705 | -5% $801 | +0% $898 | +5% $994 | +10% $1,091 |
| Rate | -1.0pp $973 | -0.5pp $936 | base $898 | +0.5pp $859 | +1.0pp $820 |
UW: 25.0% down · 7.5% · 30yr · 1.5% tax · 5.0% vac · 8.0% maint · 8.0% mgmt
Financing live
Cash to close
- Down payment
- $37,250
- Closing costs
- $4,470
- Reserves months
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- Total cash needed
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Loan-product check · same deal, 3 products live
Conventional
25% down · 7.5% · 30yr
- Down + closing
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- Monthly P&I
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- Monthly cashflow
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- DSCR
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- Eligible?
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Personal DTI + credit; lowest rate.
DSCR
20% down · 8.5% · 30yr
- Down + closing
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- Monthly P&I
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- Monthly cashflow
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- DSCR
- —
- Eligible?
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No personal income docs; deal must DSCR.
Hard money
10% down · 12.0% · 12mo
- Down + closing
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- Monthly P&I
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- Monthly cashflow
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- DSCR
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- Eligible?
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Short-term bridge; refi at stabilization.
Rent comps 11 comps
| Address | Beds | Baths | Sqft | Rent | $/sqft | DOM | Units | Dist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1720 S Depot St Santa Maria, CA | 1.0–4.0 | 1.0–2.0 | 1308 | $2,197 | $1.68 | 14d | 5 | 0.09mi |
| 800 W Battles Rd Santa Maria, CA | 2.0–3.0 | 2.0 | 1104 | $2,403 | $2.18 | 14d | 6 | 0.27mi |
| 983 Dan Blough Dr Santa Maria, CA | 1.0–3.0 | 1.0–3.0 | 1017 | $3,073 | $3.02 | 14d | 45 | 0.46mi |
| 1735 Biscayne St Santa Maria, CA | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1257 | $3,081 | $2.45 | 14d | 9 | 0.56mi |
| 333 E Enos Dr Santa Maria, CA | 1.0–2.0 | 1.0–2.0 | 735 | $2,499 | $3.40 | 14d | 12 | 0.73mi |
| 2299 Carrasco Way Santa Maria, CA | 3.0 | 2.5–3.5 | 1419 | $3,500 | $2.47 | 14d | 2 | 0.84mi |
| 1708 Rio Vista Ln Unit 1 Santa Maria, CA | 2.0 | 2.0 | 1075 | $3,000 | $2.79 | 14d | 1 | 0.87mi |
| 310 E McCoy Ln Santa Maria, CA | 2.0–3.0 | 2.0 | 1130 | $2,200 | $1.95 | 14d | 2 | 1.06mi |
| 620 W Park Ave Santa Maria, CA | 2.0 | 2.0 | 1450 | $2,850 | $1.97 | 14d | 1 | 1.06mi |
| 310 W McCoy Ln Santa Maria, CA | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1130 | $2,600 | $2.30 | 14d | 1 | 1.06mi |
| 703 Meehan St Santa Maria, CA | 3.0 | 1.0–2.0 | 700 | $2,917 | $4.16 | 14d | 14 | 1.13mi |
Listing history 26 events
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2026-06-18days on market $149,000 Active 239 DOM
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2026-06-17days on market $149,000 Active 238 DOM
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2026-06-16days on market $149,000 Active 237 DOM
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2026-06-15days on market $149,000 Active 236 DOM
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2026-06-14days on market $149,000 Active 234 DOM
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2026-06-13days on market $149,000 Active 233 DOM
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2026-06-10days on market $149,000 Active 231 DOM
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2026-06-09days on market $149,000 Active 230 DOM
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2026-06-08days on market $149,000 Active 229 DOM
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2026-06-07days on market $149,000 Active 228 DOM
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2026-06-05statusdays on market $149,000 Active 225 DOM
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2026-03-03price $149,000
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2025-12-09price $175,000
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2025-11-18price $185,000
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2025-11-06price $199,000
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2025-10-15$215,000 Active
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2023-10-30soldstatus $100,000 Closed 1193-char remark
Show marketing remark (1238 chars)
Welcome to 1701 S Thornburg Space 143, nestled within the charming La Maria Mobile Home 55+ community in Santa Maria. With a generously sized living space, this home offers an open atmosphere that can be transformed into your ideal haven. The interior is a canvas awaiting your creativity with endless possibilities as you reimagine the decor to suit your taste and lifestyle. The features include a large living room, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and laundry room equipped with front-loading Samsung washer and dryer. The kitchen is freshly painted in addition to new stainless steel sink, faucets, garbage disposal, stainless steel range hood and dishwasher. The front porch is covered with tile floor and there are 2 sheds for outside storage. Enjoy time at the clubhouse for various community activities along with a pool and spa to relax at. Conveniently situated in Santa Maria, you'll have access to an array of amenities, services, and attractions that cater to a vibrant lifestyle. Whether you're seeking local dining, shopping, or recreational activities, this location offers a plethora of options to explore and enjoy. Park Approval required. NOTE: Seller will be installing new carpeting and new pictures will be taken up completion.
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2023-10-30soldstatus $100,000 Closed Sale 1238-char remark
Show marketing remark (1238 chars)
Welcome to 1701 S Thornburg Space 143, nestled within the charming La Maria Mobile Home 55+ community in Santa Maria. With a generously sized living space, this home offers an open atmosphere that can be transformed into your ideal haven. The interior is a canvas awaiting your creativity with endless possibilities as you reimagine the decor to suit your taste and lifestyle. The features include a large living room, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and laundry room equipped with front-loading Samsung washer and dryer. The kitchen is freshly painted in addition to new stainless steel sink, faucets, garbage disposal, stainless steel range hood and dishwasher. The front porch is covered with tile floor and there are 2 sheds for outside storage. Enjoy time at the clubhouse for various community activities along with a pool and spa to relax at. Conveniently situated in Santa Maria, you'll have access to an array of amenities, services, and attractions that cater to a vibrant lifestyle. Whether you're seeking local dining, shopping, or recreational activities, this location offers a plethora of options to explore and enjoy. Park Approval required. NOTE: Seller will be installing new carpeting and new pictures will be taken up completion.
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2023-09-29status Pending 1193-char remark
Show marketing remark (1238 chars)
Welcome to 1701 S Thornburg Space 143, nestled within the charming La Maria Mobile Home 55+ community in Santa Maria. With a generously sized living space, this home offers an open atmosphere that can be transformed into your ideal haven. The interior is a canvas awaiting your creativity with endless possibilities as you reimagine the decor to suit your taste and lifestyle. The features include a large living room, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and laundry room equipped with front-loading Samsung washer and dryer. The kitchen is freshly painted in addition to new stainless steel sink, faucets, garbage disposal, stainless steel range hood and dishwasher. The front porch is covered with tile floor and there are 2 sheds for outside storage. Enjoy time at the clubhouse for various community activities along with a pool and spa to relax at. Conveniently situated in Santa Maria, you'll have access to an array of amenities, services, and attractions that cater to a vibrant lifestyle. Whether you're seeking local dining, shopping, or recreational activities, this location offers a plethora of options to explore and enjoy. Park Approval required. NOTE: Seller will be installing new carpeting and new pictures will be taken up completion.
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2023-09-29status Pending Sale 1238-char remark
Show marketing remark (1238 chars)
Welcome to 1701 S Thornburg Space 143, nestled within the charming La Maria Mobile Home 55+ community in Santa Maria. With a generously sized living space, this home offers an open atmosphere that can be transformed into your ideal haven. The interior is a canvas awaiting your creativity with endless possibilities as you reimagine the decor to suit your taste and lifestyle. The features include a large living room, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and laundry room equipped with front-loading Samsung washer and dryer. The kitchen is freshly painted in addition to new stainless steel sink, faucets, garbage disposal, stainless steel range hood and dishwasher. The front porch is covered with tile floor and there are 2 sheds for outside storage. Enjoy time at the clubhouse for various community activities along with a pool and spa to relax at. Conveniently situated in Santa Maria, you'll have access to an array of amenities, services, and attractions that cater to a vibrant lifestyle. Whether you're seeking local dining, shopping, or recreational activities, this location offers a plethora of options to explore and enjoy. Park Approval required. NOTE: Seller will be installing new carpeting and new pictures will be taken up completion.
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2023-08-16price $109,500 1238-char remark
Show marketing remark (1238 chars)
Welcome to 1701 S Thornburg Space 143, nestled within the charming La Maria Mobile Home 55+ community in Santa Maria. With a generously sized living space, this home offers an open atmosphere that can be transformed into your ideal haven. The interior is a canvas awaiting your creativity with endless possibilities as you reimagine the decor to suit your taste and lifestyle. The features include a large living room, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and laundry room equipped with front-loading Samsung washer and dryer. The kitchen is freshly painted in addition to new stainless steel sink, faucets, garbage disposal, stainless steel range hood and dishwasher. The front porch is covered with tile floor and there are 2 sheds for outside storage. Enjoy time at the clubhouse for various community activities along with a pool and spa to relax at. Conveniently situated in Santa Maria, you'll have access to an array of amenities, services, and attractions that cater to a vibrant lifestyle. Whether you're seeking local dining, shopping, or recreational activities, this location offers a plethora of options to explore and enjoy. Park Approval required. NOTE: Seller will be installing new carpeting and new pictures will be taken up completion.
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2023-08-15$109,000 Active 1238-char remark
Show marketing remark (1193 chars)
Welcome to 1701 S Thornburg Space 143, nestled within the charming La Maria Mobile Home 55+ community in Santa Maria. With a generously sized living space, this home offers an open atmosphere that can be transformed into your ideal haven. The interior is a canvas awaiting your creativity with endless possibilities as you reimagine the decor to suit your taste and lifestyle. The features include a large living room, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and laundry room equipped with front-loading Samsung washer and dryer. The kitchen is freshly painted in addition to new stainless steel sink, faucets, garbage disposal, stainless steel range hood and dishwasher. The front porch is covered with tile floor and there are 2 sheds for outside storage. Enjoy time at the clubhouse for various community activities along with a pool and spa to relax at. Conveniently situated in Santa Maria, you'll have access to an array of amenities, services, and attractions that cater to a vibrant lifestyle. Whether you're seeking local dining, shopping, or recreational activities, this location offers a plethora of options to explore and enjoy. Park Approval required. Seller will be installing new carpet
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2023-08-15$109,500 Active 1193-char remark
Show marketing remark (1193 chars)
Welcome to 1701 S Thornburg Space 143, nestled within the charming La Maria Mobile Home 55+ community in Santa Maria. With a generously sized living space, this home offers an open atmosphere that can be transformed into your ideal haven. The interior is a canvas awaiting your creativity with endless possibilities as you reimagine the decor to suit your taste and lifestyle. The features include a large living room, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and laundry room equipped with front-loading Samsung washer and dryer. The kitchen is freshly painted in addition to new stainless steel sink, faucets, garbage disposal, stainless steel range hood and dishwasher. The front porch is covered with tile floor and there are 2 sheds for outside storage. Enjoy time at the clubhouse for various community activities along with a pool and spa to relax at. Conveniently situated in Santa Maria, you'll have access to an array of amenities, services, and attractions that cater to a vibrant lifestyle. Whether you're seeking local dining, shopping, or recreational activities, this location offers a plethora of options to explore and enjoy. Park Approval required. Seller will be installing new carpet
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2023-08-14historical $109,000 1238-char remark
Show marketing remark (1238 chars)
Welcome to 1701 S Thornburg Space 143, nestled within the charming La Maria Mobile Home 55+ community in Santa Maria. With a generously sized living space, this home offers an open atmosphere that can be transformed into your ideal haven. The interior is a canvas awaiting your creativity with endless possibilities as you reimagine the decor to suit your taste and lifestyle. The features include a large living room, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and laundry room equipped with front-loading Samsung washer and dryer. The kitchen is freshly painted in addition to new stainless steel sink, faucets, garbage disposal, stainless steel range hood and dishwasher. The front porch is covered with tile floor and there are 2 sheds for outside storage. Enjoy time at the clubhouse for various community activities along with a pool and spa to relax at. Conveniently situated in Santa Maria, you'll have access to an array of amenities, services, and attractions that cater to a vibrant lifestyle. Whether you're seeking local dining, shopping, or recreational activities, this location offers a plethora of options to explore and enjoy. Park Approval required. NOTE: Seller will be installing new carpeting and new pictures will be taken up completion.
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1997-11-26soldstatus $16,900
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1997-10-27$16,900
ⓘ Source: listings_history table (triggers on properties + properties_extension) + one-shot
backfill from property_details.listing_events for pre-trigger history.
Climate risk First Street
- Flood 1/10 Low FEMA zone X (unshaded) · 0% chance over 30 yrs
- Wildfire 1/10 Low
- Heat 3/10 Moderate 7 d/yr ≥84°F today · 16 d/yr by 30 yrs out
- Wind 1/10 Low
- Air quality 6/10 Major 8 unhealthy d/yr today · 10 by 30 yrs out
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Walkable amenities ~0.75 mi
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Taxation est. · year 1
- Rental income
- $29,278
- − Mortgage interest
- −$8,346
- − Property taxes
- −$2,235
- − Insurance
- −$745
- − Repairs & maintenance
- −$2,342
- − Management
- −$2,342
- − Depreciation
- −$4,335
- Taxable income
- $8,933
- Est. tax owed @ 24.0%
- −$2,144
- After-tax cash flow
- $8,629/yr
For passive investors: Depreciation is non-cash, so a rental often shows a tax loss while cash-flowing — sheltering income. Rental losses are passive: they offset passive income freely, and up to $25,000/yr can offset ordinary (W-2) income if you actively participate and your MAGI is under $100k (phasing out to $0 by $150k); unused losses carry forward. On sale, claimed depreciation is recaptured at up to 25%, and gains may owe capital-gains tax (a 1031 exchange can defer both). Figures are a year-1 estimate at your 24.0% rate — not tax advice; consult a CPA.
Schools (NCES district)
- District
- Santa Maria-Bonita
- NCES district ID
- 0605580
- Math proficiency
- 26% ▲ 3.00%
- Reading proficiency
- 34% ▲ 3.00%
- Median HH income
- $50,959
- Composite
- 29.11/100
- National rank
- #11891
- State rank
- #1023 of 1400 in CA
Livability — Santa Maria
- Score
- 71/100
- State rank
- #202
- US rank
- #6519
Category grades
Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.
Census & demographics
- Census place
- Santa Maria, CA
- County
- Santa Barbara County · 410,380 people
- City population
- 145,655
- Metro
- Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA
- Population (ZIP)
- 59,148
- Household income
- $75,257
- Rent vs Own
- Severe rent burden
- 2583.0
Population outlook (Santa Barbara County) Hauer SSP2
- Today (2025)
- 484,679 people
- By 2030
- 505,323 · +4.3%
- By 2040
- 545,783 · +12.6%
- By 2050
- 584,263 · +20.5%
- By 2075
- 682,586 · +40.8%
- By 2100
- 723,188 · +49.2%
Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023
- Neighborhood character
- Predominantly Hispanic (87%)
- Race & ethnicity
- Hispanic / Latino 87% Two or more races 41% White 8% Asian 4% Native American 4%
- Hispanic origin (detail)
- Mexican 83%
- Common ancestry
- Lithuanian 1%
- Foreign-born
- 40% · Canada, Jamaica
- Languages at home
- 21% English-only · Spanish 72% Tagalog/Filipino 2% Other Asian/Pacific 1%
Political lean MEDSL · Santa Barbara
- 2024 margin
- Strong D (+26.7) · D 61.8% · R 35.1% · Other 3.1%
- 2008→2024 swing
- +3.8pp toward D · 2008: 22.9pp · 2024: 26.7pp
- All cycles
- 2024: D+26.7 2020: D+32.1 2016: D+28.2 2012: D+17.1 2008: D+22.9
Not yet ingested
- Civics
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Market trends
- HPI YoY
- ▼ -422.91%
- Current HPI
- 347.9281
- Rent YoY
- ▲ 2.31%
- Metro
- Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA
- State GDP YoY
- ▲ 3.21%
- F500 in state
- 116
Industry mix (Fortune 500 HQ in CA)
| Industry | F500 HQs | Revenue |
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| Technology | 27 | $1,492B |
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| Financial Services | 3 | $174B |
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| Retail | 3 | $44B |
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| Insurance | 3 | $26B |
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| Media / Entertainment | 2 | $115B |
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| Pharmaceuticals / Biotech | 2 | $62B |
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Price history
+781.7% since first listed15 events — show timeline
- 2026-03-03 Price Changed $149,000 NSBCRMLS
- 2025-12-09 Price Changed $175,000 NSBCRMLS
- 2025-11-18 Price Changed $185,000 NSBCRMLS
- 2025-11-06 Price Changed $199,000 NSBCRMLS
- 2025-10-15 Listed $215,000 NSBCRMLS
- 2023-10-30 Sold (MLS) $100,000 CRMLS
- 2023-10-30 Sold (MLS) $100,000 NSBCRMLS
- 2023-09-29 Pending — NSBCRMLS
- 2023-09-29 Pending — CRMLS
- 2023-08-16 Price Changed $109,500 CRMLS
- 2023-08-15 Listed $109,000 CRMLS
- 2023-08-15 Listed $109,500 NSBCRMLS
- 2023-08-14 Coming Soon $109,000 CRMLS
- 1997-11-26 Sold (MLS) $16,900 NSBCRMLS
- 1997-10-27 Listed $16,900 NSBCRMLS
Property tax history
+1.9%/yrLatest (2025): $295 · +4.5% YoY. Source: county tax records.
Cash-flow waterfall
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