$3,795,000
OPEN SAT 1PM - 3PM $1M PRICE DROP

Estimated payment $21,079/month

Total Views 34,010
5 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,695 Sq Ft
$1,027 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Hilly Lot
  • Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
  • Fruit Trees
  • 2-Story Property

About This Home

Stunning Modern Retreat with Panoramic Ocean, Island, and City Views

Perched in the hills above Santa Barbara, this stunning modern 5-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home blends luxurious design with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, Channel Islands, and city skyline. Walls of glass immediately draw your eyes to the breathtaking scenery, filling the home with natural light and a profound sense of peace.

The bright, open-concept living room is anchored by a sleek, formal fireplace and flows effortlessly into the elegant dining area—ideal for both quiet evenings and vibrant gatherings. The chef's kitchen features high-end stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a spacious island, and easy access to a scenic patio and expansive view decks perfect for al fresco din ing or weekend BBQs.

Three en-suite bedrooms offer refined comfort, each with updated spa-like bathrooms and generous closet space. The luxurious primary suite boasts a private deck, stunning vistas, and a serene bathroom retreat with a soaking tub and walk-in shower.

Downstairs, a spacious media room, full bath, and fourth bedroom provide flexible living optionsideal for guests, multi-generational living, or an income-producing unit. Additional rooms with custom built-ins are perfect for a home office, art studio, or creative space.

Additional features include:

Attached two-car garage with ample storage

Interior laundry room with washer and dryer

Central air conditioning

New carpeting throughout

Gated driveway with parking for several vehicles

Step outside to your terraced garden and orchard, where you can savor the taste of fresh-picked fruit, including avocados, oranges, lemons, cherimoya, and lemonsan idyllic setting for morning coffee or sunset cocktails.

Located just minutes from downtown Santa Barbara, this extraordinary property offers tranquility, luxury, and proximity to the city's best dining, shopping, and cultural destinations.

Listing Agent

Joel Butera

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01229404 Listed on: 04/08/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,813

Year Built

  • Built in 1978

Lot Details

  • 0.31 Acre Lot
  • Irrigation
  • Hilly Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • Garage

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Beach
  • Coastline
  • Harbor
  • City

Home Design

  • 2-Story Property
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 3,695 Sq Ft Home
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Home Office
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer

Accessible Home Design

  • Stepless Entry

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed

Location

  • Property is near schools
  • City Lot

Schools

  • Cleveland Elementary School
  • S.B. Jr. Middle School
  • S.B. Sr. High School

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Heat Pump System

Community Details

  • 15 Riviera/Upper Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 019-261-005

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,813

Year Built

Built in 1978

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Laundry Room
  • Subdivision Name: 15 - Riviera/Upper
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Reso Flooring: Hardwood
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Entry Lvl(No Stairs), Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1978
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.31
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Cleveland
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • LocationTopo Hilly2: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: Yes
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Construction Entry Lvl(No Stairs)2: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Laundry Laundry Room2: Yes
  • Amenities Dual Pane Window2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Bath2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Kitchen2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Range2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Microwave3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • Construction Two Story2: Yes
  • Rooms Office3: Yes
  • Property Information Apx Lot SqFt: 13504.0
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation PRT: Yes
  • Other Buildings Shed: Yes
  • ViewOcean: Yes
  • View Coastline: Yes
  • View Beach2: Yes
  • Cooling Heat Pump2: Yes
  • View Harbor2: Yes
  • View City4: Yes
  • Special Features: OpenHouse
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Beach, Coastline, Ocean, City, Harbor
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 0.31
  • Topography: Hilly
  • Exterior Features: Patio Open, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation PRT
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Gar #2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: SB Wtr
  • Heating:Heat Pump: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Cleveland
  • High School: S.B. Sr.
  • Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 019-261-005
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 13504.0

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $4,813 $450,480 $98,163 $352,317
2023 $4,813 $432,989 $94,352 $338,637
2022 $4,639 $424,500 $92,502 $331,998
2021 $4,530 $416,178 $90,689 $325,489
2020 $24,631 $2,317,000 $1,122,000 $1,195,000
2019 $22,383 $2,100,000 $1,100,000 $1,000,000
2018 $15,103 $1,405,705 $810,477 $595,228
2017 $14,605 $1,378,143 $794,586 $583,557
2016 $14,269 $1,351,121 $779,006 $572,115
2014 $13,882 $1,304,759 $752,275 $552,484
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/18/2025 08/18/25 Price Changed $3,795,000 -2.6% $1,027 / Sq Ft
07/19/2025 07/19/25 Price Changed $3,895,000 -7.2% $1,054 / Sq Ft
06/04/2025 06/04/25 Price Changed $4,195,000 -12.5% $1,135 / Sq Ft
04/08/2025 04/08/25 For Sale $4,795,000 +74.4% $1,298 / Sq Ft
06/25/2020 06/25/20 Sold $2,750,000 -8.3% $733 / Sq Ft
06/02/2020 06/02/20 Pending -- -- --
05/15/2020 05/15/20 For Sale $2,999,000 +42.8% $800 / Sq Ft
10/31/2018 10/31/18 Sold $2,100,000 -10.6% $737 / Sq Ft
09/26/2018 09/26/18 Pending -- -- --
08/16/2018 08/16/18 For Sale $2,350,000 -- $825 / Sq Ft
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $2,750,000 Chicago Title Company
Grant Deed $1,050,000 None Available
Grant Deed $2,100,000 Chicago Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $845,000 First American Title Ins Co
Gift Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $1,950,000 Commercial
Previous Owner $400,000 Commercial
Previous Owner $522,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $1,600,000 Commercial
Previous Owner $435,000 Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

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Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 25-1366

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 019-261-005