Miscellaneous (Residential)Residential
Last sold for $1,350,000 on Aug 22, 2024
273 BELL ST
LOS ALAMOS, CA 93440
2
Beds
1
Baths
882 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,350,000 · Aug 22, 2024
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,453 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$877,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$244,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$632,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$860,000
Climate Risk
Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.44
63
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
57
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
18
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
30
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
56
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.28 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Miscellaneous (Residential)
CountySANTA BARBARA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
Transaction History(6)
Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
EH
Olga Reed School K-8B+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.4 mi
Ernest Righetti High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 12.4 mi
District: Santa Maria Joint Union High School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 93440These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.
CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.403
Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.
Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.830
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.53 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,124
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,493
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.18 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.75%
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How this home compares
273 Bell St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.
- Smaller than 95% of homes in Santa Barbara County
- Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Santa Barbara County
- Older than 97% of homes in Santa Barbara County
How it measures up in Los Alamos 93440
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Los Alamos 93440.
Living area882 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,652 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 7% of homes nearby
Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger
Bigger than 26% of homes nearby
Year built1920
OlderTypical 1994Newer
Newer than 7% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Los Alamos 93440 | Santa Barbara County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 882 ft² | 7% of homes | 5% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.11 ac | 26% of homes | 25% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1920 | 7% of homes | 3% of homes |
About 273 Bell St
When did 273 Bell St, Los Alamos, CA last sell?
273 Bell St, Los Alamos, CA last sold on Aug 22, 2024 for $1,350,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.
How big is 273 Bell St, Los Alamos, CA?
273 Bell St, Los Alamos, CA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 882 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.
When was 273 Bell St, Los Alamos, CA built?
273 Bell St, Los Alamos, CA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old.
What schools serve 273 Bell St, Los Alamos, CA?
273 Bell St, Los Alamos, CA is assigned to Olga Reed School K-8 (elementary), rated B+; Ernest Righetti High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Santa Maria Joint Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 273 Bell St, Los Alamos, CA compare to other homes in Los Alamos 93440?
Among the 614 homes in Los Alamos 93440, it is bigger than 7% of them (882 ft² against a typical 1,652 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1920 against a typical 1994). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 273 Bell St, Los Alamos, CA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 273 Bell St, Los Alamos, CA was $9,453. The county assessed it at $877,200.
More homes on Bell St
- 825 Bell St$1.9M3 bd · 1 ba · 1,196 ft² · Sold $212K · Feb 2021
- 800 Bell St1.88 ac · Sold $543K · Jan 2021
- 325 Bell St1 bd · 1 ba · 616 ft² · Sold $1M · Feb 2020
- 990 Bell St$790K3 bd · 2 ba · 1,632 ft² · Sold $151K · Jun 2016
- 490 Bell St0.33 ac · Sold $288K · Nov 2012
- 245 Bell St$497K1 bd · 1.5 ba · 616 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 660 Bell St0.63 ac · Sold Jan 1900
- 800 Bell St # 25520 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 800 Bell St # 26566 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 800 Bell St # 151 ba · 648 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 800 Bell St # 16660 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 800 Bell St # 17566 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
Closest homes
- 155 St Joseph St$495K121 ft · 2 bd · 1 ba · 864 ft² · Sold $118K · Jul 2002
- 245 Bell St$497K159 ft · 1 bd · 1.5 ba · 616 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 233 St Joseph St$902K281 ft · 3 bd · 1 ba · 1,920 ft² · Sold $800K · Apr 2024
- 265 Waite St$1.2M287 ft · 3 bd · 2.8 ba · 3,200 ft² · Sold $205K · May 1998
- 255 Leslie St$761K308 ft · 3 bd · 1.5 ba · 840 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 305 Leslie St$515K300 ft · 2 bd · 1 ba · 904 ft² · Sold $500K · Oct 2025
- 325 Bell St284 ft · 1 bd · 1 ba · 616 ft² · Sold $1M · Feb 2020
- 130 St Joseph St$405K337 ft · 3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,206 ft² · Sold $360K · Jul 2018
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- 290 Perkins St$885K3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,680 ft² · Sold $920K · Aug 2026
- 354 Perkins St$849K3 bd · 1.8 ba · 1,569 ft² · Sold $844K · Aug 2026
- 137 Main St$965K4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,266 ft² · Sold $965K · Jul 2026
- 290 Main St$775K2 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,000 ft² · Sold $728K · Jul 2026
- 674 Shaw St$853K3 bd · 2.8 ba · 1,692 ft² · Sold $850K · Jun 2026
- 220 Coiner St$1.5M4 bd · 3 ba · 2,278 ft² · Sold $1.1M · May 2026
- 24 Gonzales Ln$800K3 bd · 2 ba · 1,402 ft² · Sold $794K · May 2026
- 265 Perkins St$736K3 bd · 2 ba · 1,893 ft² · Sold $730K · May 2026
- 200 Coiner St$1.4M4 bd · 3 ba · 2,000 ft² · Sold $1M · May 2026
- 95 St Joseph St$2.4M3 bd · 3.3 ba · 1,891 ft² · Sold $2.3M · Apr 2026
- 738 Hill St$885K3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,859 ft² · Sold $875K · Apr 2026
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