SOLD FEB 6, 2025

516 Alameda Padre Serra Santa Barbara, CA 93103

Riviera Neighborhood
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,270 Sq Ft
0.28 Acres

Recently Sold

$1,207 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

106 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Spa
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Spanish Architecture

About This Home

As of February 2025

Discover your dream home on the American Riviera, where breathtaking ocean, island, and downtown Santa Barbara views provide a picturesque backdrop to your everyday life. Set on nearly a third of an acre, this three-bedroom, three-bathroom residence beautifully blends Spanish charm with modern luxury. The spacious primary suite with walk-in closet features a romantic Juliet balcony overlooking the lush grounds, while two guest bedrooms with en suite bathrooms provide comfort and privacy. The gourmet kitchen boasts state-of-the-art appliances, including a top-of-the-line Sub Zero refrigerator and Viking range, seamlessly flowing into inviting living and dining areas. Enjoy effortless indoor-outdoor living with elegantly designed spaces that connect to a tranquil, expansive backyard - your own personal oasis, complete with hot tub and stunning views. Centrally located (convenient to all the best amenities Santa Barbara has to offer), yet incredibly private, this home offers the ideal setting for both entertaining and relaxation.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marisa Garber

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #02153765

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Ali Evans

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01846603

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $18,112

Year Built

  • Built in 1945

Lot Details

  • 0.28 Acre Lot
  • Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Irrigation
  • Lawn
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • Detached Garage

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Island
  • Coastline
  • Harbor
  • City

Home Design

  • Spanish Architecture
  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Raised Foundation
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,270 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Sound System
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Built-In Gas Range
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Shed

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 15 Riviera/Lower Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Chandelier
  • Assessor Parcel Number 019-333-012
  • Seller Concessions Offered
  • Seller Will Consider Concessions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,112

Year Built

Built in 1945

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1945
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Laundry Room
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Sloped Up
  • Subdivision Name: 15 - Riviera/Lower
  • Architectural Style: Medit, Spanish
  • Reso Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1945
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.28
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Cleveland
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Lawn2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced ALL2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Drought Tolerant LND2: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Bedroom2: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Laundry Laundry Room2: Yes
  • Amenities Dual Pane Window2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Disposal3: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • Construction Two Story2: Yes
  • Amenities Sound System: Yes
  • Appliances Included Built-In Gas Range: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Family Room3: Yes
  • Roof:Tile2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation PRT: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Hot Tub2: Yes
  • Other Buildings Shed: Yes
  • ViewOcean: Yes
  • View Coastline: Yes
  • View Islands: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Detached: Yes
  • Style Medit2: Yes
  • Style Spanish2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Covered2: Yes
  • Foundation Raised: Yes
  • View Harbor2: Yes
  • View City4: Yes
  • LocationTopo Upslope2: Yes
  • Cooling Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Built-In Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Appliances Included:ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile
  • View: Islands, Coastline, Ocean, City, Harbor
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 0.28
  • Topography: Upslope, Level
  • Exclusions: Chandelier
  • Exterior Features: Patio Open, Patio Covered, Hot Tub, Lawn, Yard Irrigation PRT, Fenced: ALL, Drought Tolerant LND
  • Foundation Details: Raised

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Detached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: SB Wtr
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 019-333-012
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 12196.8
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/17/2025 03/17/25 For Rent $8,900 0.0% --
02/06/2025 02/06/25 Sold $2,740,000 -1.8% $1,207 / Sq Ft
01/16/2025 01/16/25 Pending -- -- --
12/26/2024 12/26/24 For Sale $2,790,000 0.0% $1,229 / Sq Ft
12/25/2024 12/25/24 Off Market $2,790,000 -- --
11/14/2024 11/14/24 Price Changed $2,790,000 -5.4% $1,229 / Sq Ft
10/30/2024 10/30/24 Price Changed $2,950,000 -4.8% $1,300 / Sq Ft
10/02/2024 10/02/24 For Sale $3,100,000 -- $1,366 / Sq Ft
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

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
2023 $18,112 $1,673,694 $992,556 $681,138
2022 $17,472 $1,640,878 $973,095 $667,783
2021 $17,068 $1,608,705 $954,015 $654,690
2020 $16,892 $1,592,210 $944,233 $647,977
2019 $16,595 $1,560,991 $925,719 $635,272
2018 $16,358 $1,530,384 $907,568 $622,816
2017 $15,816 $1,500,377 $889,773 $610,604
2016 $15,444 $1,470,959 $872,327 $598,632
2014 $13,433 $1,269,000 $752,000 $517,000
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $532,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $554,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $591,700 New Conventional
Previous Owner $600,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $880,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $868,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $209,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $672,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $645,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $645,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $2,740,000 First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed -- Chicago Title Company
Grant Deed -- Equity Title Company
Source: Public Records

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Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 24-3276

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 019-333-012