
516 Alameda Padre Serra Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Riviera NeighborhoodHighlights
- Ocean View
- Spa
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- Spanish Architecture
About This Home
As of February 2025Discover 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
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #02153765

Last Buyer's Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01846603

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
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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