Courtesy: Sotheby's International Realty
805-969-4755
Nestled in the sought-after Hope Ranch Annex, this one-of-a-kind property offers an ideal blend of privacy, versatility, and Santa Barbara lifestyle on nearly half an acre. Spanning approximately 3,407± square feet, the residence combines the warmth of rustic architecture with comfortable indoor-outdoor living. The thoughtfully designed main residence features four bedrooms, three-and-a-half bathrooms, and multiple flexible living spaces, including a dedicated home office, den, and cozy sitting area that easily adapt to today's changing needs. Natural wood finishes, vaulted ceilings, and abundant natural light create an inviting atmosphere throughout. Outside, a recently renovated pool, mature fruit trees, and generous outdoor entertaining areas provide the ideal setting for relaxing afternoons, gatherings, or weekend entertaining. Adding to the home's flexibility is an attached two-story guest space featuring a loft-style bedroom and one-and-a-half bathrooms. Offering privacy while remaining connected to the main residence, this adaptable space is ideal for extended family, guests, a private home office, or creative workspace. The oversized two-and-a-half-car garage is complemented by an expansive approximately 650± square foot attic, presenting additional possibilities for storage, hobbies, or a future studio or recreation space. Beautiful mountain views and an outstanding location complete the setting. With an 84 Bike Score, the Obern Bike Trail is just moments away, providing easy access to Hope Ranch Trails, More Mesa Beach, Vieja Valley School, San Marcos High School, and many of Santa Barbara's favorite outdoor destinations.
Courtesy: Village Properties - 1
805-681-8800
Located in the highly desirable Rancho Goleta community, this well-maintained 3 bed, 2 bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and location. Notable features include vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light and a large open-concept layout with newer appliances, a breakfast bar and a gas fireplace. The sun-filled primary bedroom offers an en-suite spa-like bath with a soaking tub, walk-in shower and large walk-in closet. Another spacious bedroom sits across the hall from the third bedroom currently configured as a convenient office and laundry space. The sizable back deck is a private retreat, surrounded by lush landscaping and a mature lemon tree, creating a serene, garden-like setting. 2 storage sheds are also included. Beautiful Rancho Goleta is the area's premier all-ages, resident owned park. Residents in this highly sought after community enjoy exceptional amenities such as a heated pool, spa, fitness center, clubhouse, shuffleboard courts and a beautiful lakeside recreation area with fishing and boating. Ideally located next to scenic farm fields, there is easy access to the Goleta Beach/UCSB bike path. A wide variety of stores and restaurants are just a few minutes drive away. This is a rare opportunity to own a newer, well maintained home in one of Goleta's most welcoming communities.
Courtesy: eXp Realty of California, Inc.
805-364-9009
4-bed 3-bath Santa Barbara retreat w/ pool house in the desirable Mountain View School District. Set on a lush, private property with mountain views, the home offers character, customizations, privacy & resort-style outdoor living. Vaulted exposed-beam ceilings, Saltillo tile, skylights & arched details bring texture throughout the main residence. The kitchen anchors the home w/ custom cabinetry, black granite counters, Wolf cooktop, Viking hood, dual ovens & an entertainer's bar. The vaulted primary suite opens directly to the pool & patios. Outside, enjoy a remodeled saltwater pool, travertine patios, shaded seating areas & tropical, drought-tolerant landscaping. A detached pool house & converted garage suite create flexible spaces for guests, work, poolside living, or extended stays.
Courtesy: Village Properties
805-969-8900
This well maintained Santa Barbara duplex at 124 Citrus Avenue is a rare opportunity on the lively Lower East Side. Tucked away at the end of a quiet street for maximum privacy, it's conveniently located less than five minutes to Trader Joe's, restaurants, freeway access, and the Municipal Tennis Courts. Each of the two separate units offers two bedrooms and one bathroom, along with in-unit washer and dryers, sizable deck and yard space, and plenty of secure parking. With updated finishes throughout and a generous lot, this R-2 zoned property delivers flexibility for multigenerational living, house hacking, or strong rental income.
Courtesy: Richardson Real Estate Services, Inc.
805-963-1704
This custom-built Santa Barbara home offers a rare combination of privacy, modern construction, and an exceptional indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Built in 1999 and thoughtfully designed with today's living in mind, the spacious 2,500+ sq. ft. floor plan is a standout in the highly desirable Bel Air Knolls neighborhood. This is one of very few newer homes in this established neighborhood offering contemporary amenities and infrastructure. The heart of the home is an expansive open-concept great room featuring vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, a fireplace, and easy access to the private outdoor spaces. The chef's kitchen is designed for gathering, complete with a large center island, Viking range, pantry, generous cabinetry, and ample workspace. The primary suite occupies its own wing with vaulted ceilings, a fireplace, walk-in closet, spa-inspired bath, and direct access to the backyard. Two additional bedrooms and an updated bathroom provide flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. A two-car garage with direct interior access is attached. The outdoor area features multiple patios, a pergola, hot tub, and beautifully mature grounds that create a peaceful, treehouse-like setting. Additional features include central air conditioning, owned Sunrun solar panels, a formal laundry room, built-in speakers, and abundant off-street parking. Just beyond the driveway, in the southwest corner of the property, is an ideal location for a potential ADU. This area offers an excellent opportunity to add value by creating a detached unit that could be used for rental income, multigenerational living, or comfortable guest accommodations. Ideally located just minutes from Hendry's Beach, the Mesa, Downtown Santa Barbara, Las Positas Golf Course, shopping, dining, and hiking trails, this is a rare opportunity to own a newer custom home in one of Santa Barbara's most sought-after neighborhoods.
Beautiful Days. Cherished Memories. The story of Bedford House began in 1916, where what is now the 2bd guest quarters served as the carriage house to one of Glen Oaks' storied estates. Reimagined in 2002, the original home was transformed to create a family estate in the heart of Montecito. Behind 2 gates & mature hedges in the MUS school district, the home unfolds into a private world of sun-drenched lawns, gardens & spaces that invite both gathering & stillness. A covered porch w outdoor living & dining wraps around the 5bd/4.5ba main residence, where mornings begin tending to the garden & evenings unfold over bocce, dinner by the fire & time spent together. Inside, shared living spaces, a media room & generous bedrooms build a home for every season & a legacy for generations to come.
Set behind a manicured front lawn and welcoming covered porch, this picturesque four-bedroom, two-bathroom residence blends timeless architectural character with thoughtful modern updates. The light-filled interior offers an easy, functional floor plan with comfortable living and dining spaces, updated bathrooms, new flooring, new drywall, enhanced insulation, recessed lighting, and a clean, refined aesthetic throughout. The home’s inviting layout flows naturally to a series of peaceful outdoor spaces surrounded by mature trees, established hedging, and lush landscaping. A private stone patio creates an intimate setting for outdoor dining and entertaining, while the expansive grounds offer abundant space for gardening, recreation, and the addition of an ADU. Situated on an impressive 9,147-square-foot lot, the property offers a rare sense of openness and possibility in the heart of Santa Barbara. Its R-MH zoning provides meaningful long-term flexibility, accommodating single- and multi-unit residential uses, ADUs, and residential care uses. The largely undeveloped portion of the lot creates an exceptional opportunity for additional housing, multigenerational living, rental income, or future expansion while preserving the home’s existing garden setting. Conveniently located near downtown Santa Barbara, State Street, Cottage Hospital, shopping, dining, and neighborhood amenities, 319 W Mission Street offers the charm of a classic Santa Barbara residence, the comfort of a thoughtfully renovated interior, and the lasting value of a generous and versatile property. --
Courtesy: Douglas Elliman of California, Inc.
949-270-0440
Hear the Mission Bells ring atop Santa Barbara's Casa Riviera- 825 Paseo Alicante presents a rare opportunity in an enclave where residences seldom become available. Surrounded by impeccably maintained grounds and lush landscaping, the residence captures peek ocean and Island views. Iconic red tile roofs showcase the classic Spanish-style architecture Santa Barbara is celebrated for. This beautifully designed split-level home offers 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a versatile office or den, adaptable to your lifestyle needs. Upstairs invites conversation, dinners, and sunset gatherings, while downstairs becomes quiet, comfortable sleeping quarters. Residents enjoy access to a sparkling pool while being just minutes from the iconic El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, distinguished schools, the vibrant Riviera Theatre district, and nearby business centers.
Designed by a local architect for elevated everyday living, this contemporary modern home in Samarkand was completely redesigned, extensively remodeled and enlarged, including an addition of a new garage, in 2008. The result is a sophisticated residence with clean lines and chic, understated style. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and flexibility for a third, the home showcases high ceilings, an open kitchen with a breakfast bar, and light-filled living spaces with a fireplace and expansive picture windows. Accordion glass doors open to a view deck with sleek railing and a terraced, native-landscaped yard, creating seamless indoor-outdoor flow. A detached 2-car garage, ample parking, and a private end-of-street location complete the setting, just moments from shopping, dining, and schools.
Courtesy: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
805-687-2666
Elevated living, redefined. Commanding a dramatic vantage point above the coastline, this extraordinary residence captures sweeping panoramic views from Point Mugu to Point Conception. Designed and thoughtfully built by a master craftsman as his personal residence, the home reflects exceptional quality, timeless design, and a deep connection to its natural surroundings. Expansive walls of glass frame the ever-changing horizon, filling the interiors with natural light and creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. Multiple terraces, a resort-style pool and beautifully integrated entertaining spaces offer an unforgettable setting for both intimate moments and large-scale gatherings. Rarely does a home so perfectly unite craftsmanship, privacy and world-class views.
Courtesy: Century 21 Masters
805-563-2121
Rare opportunity in Santa Barbara's Westside. This 1915-built 4BD/2BA home sits on a sizable ~6,534 sq ft lot and offers exceptional potential for investors, builders, or owner-users looking to create value. The home features multiple living spaces, a flexible floor plan, and abundant potential for customization, expansion, or investment. The spacious lot presents opportunities for outdoor entertaining, gardening, or possible ADU potential (buyer to verify). Whether you're looking for a primary residence, income property, or value-add opportunity, this property delivers exceptional versatility in one of Santa Barbara's most dynamic and centrally located communities.
INCREDIBLE NEW PRICE! Privately nestled at the top of a secluded drive, this exceptional Santa Barbara retreat offers breathtaking panoramic ocean, island, and city views paired with a rare sense of tranquility and privacy. Thoughtfully designed and impeccably maintained, the residence blends timeless architecture with warm, inviting living spaces and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Vaulted ceilings, expansive windows, and multiple view decks capture the stunning coastal vistas from nearly every angle, while the beautifully landscaped gardens create a peaceful, resort-like setting. The spacious floor plan features generously sized bedrooms, inviting gathering spaces, and a well-appointed kitchen that opens to dining and entertaining areas, designed to take full advantage of the spectacular surroundings. The luxurious primary suite offers a private sanctuary complete with sitting area, fireplace, spa-like bath, and direct access to outdoor spaces. Additional highlights include two expansive decks, a private patio, solar, abundant natural light, and an attached two-car garage.A rare offering combining privacy, quality construction, and extraordinary views--just moments from the heart of Santa Barbara.
Sophisticated corner 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence showcasing a fireplace and dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows with sweeping views of the mountains and Montecito foothills and natural light throughout. Ideally positioned just moments from Butterfly Beach, the Music Academy, and the iconic Biltmore, this home embodies effortless coastal luxury. Enjoy close proximity to the bike path, the new Post center, and the vibrant dining and boutiques of the Lower Village. Residents enjoy exclusive amenities including a pool, gated garage parking with 2 spaces. Enjoy the Montecito Lifestyle!
Courtesy: Sotheby's International Realty
805-969-4755
Ten Acre Ocean View Property: Previously entitled for a 6,673± sq ft estate compound incl residence, garage, decks, and pool. The property currently features a newer guest residence, state of the art workshop, extensive infrastructure, and active expansion plans, representing a rare largescale coastal estate property within Santa Barbara city limits. A beautifully engineered gated drive curves through meadows, pepper trees and palms, arriving at sweeping mountain, coastline, and island views that unfold across the property beneath Gibraltar and a panorama of Santa Barbara's front country, framed by majestic scenery and a remarkable sense of scale and drama. Substantial infrastructure includes 3-phase power, a 2-inch agricultural water meter, 1-inch domestic water meter supporting agricultural, creative, and workshop uses. With substantial groundwork already completed, the property offers a compelling blend of privacy, utility, scale, and flexibility within Santa Barbara city limits. The parcel's size, infrastructure, and existing access configuration may also present additional estate planning or development opportunities, subj to City approvals. A rare lifestyle opportunity on Mountain Drive with convenient access to Montecito, the Upper East, and downtown Santa Barbara.
Courtesy: Sun Coast Real Estate
805-682-4304
Flexible Dual-Living Mountain Retreat with Views & Privacy. Just 10 minutes above Santa Barbara, this private 4-acre retreat offers sweeping mountain & ocean views, privacy, & access to the highly regarded Mountain View School. Designed for dual living or multi-generational use, the approximately 2,700 sq. ft. home features two distinct living spaces. The main level includes 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, an open kitchen, laundry, & light-filled living areas leading to expansive view decks. The lower level offers a private, self-contained living space with its own entrance, full kitchen, living room, bedroom, bath, laundry, & workspace-ideal for extended guests, independent living, or flexible use. The acreage has multiple usable level areas for outbuildings, recreation or gardening, and is surrounded by a seasonal creek, native boulders, oaks, pines and manzanitas. Bring your personal vision to this property. Existing outdoor features include walking paths, a cedar sauna and hot tub, chicken coop, and detached workshop. This is a rare opportunity for those seeking space, flexibility, and a connection to the land--just minutes from town.
Courtesy: Real Brokerage Technologies, Inc
855-450-0442
Welcome to San Marcos Trout Club, a special 55-acre private community where neighbors know each other and nature is part of everyday life, just 10 minutes from State Street. Enjoy ocean and island views from the living room and kitchen. Built in 2003, this thoughtfully crafted log cabin offers approximately 2,500 sq ft of living space, featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms on the main level with soaring wood-beamed ceilings that create a warm yet refined mountain ambiance. The lower level features a spacious 4th bedroom with a full bathroom, ideal for guests, extended family, or flexible living. It is surrounded by scenic hiking trails, private swimming holes, and expansive night skies. Located within the highly regarded Mountain View School District, the setting offers both tranquility and a true sense of community. A rare opportunity to enjoy elevated mountain living with effortless access to Santa Barbara, Santa Ynez & wine tasting.
Epic views stretch across the horizon at this newly refreshed Montecito estate, where scale and effortless elegance align beautifully. Usable grounds and thoughtful design create a home that lives as easily as it presents, with nearly every room opening to expansive ocean views. The Spanish Colonial-inspired residence has been reimagined with a refined modern sensibility, featuring arched passageways, expansive verandas, and Venetian plaster interiors. The home offers four bedroom suites on one level, including a luxe primary suite, along with formal and casual living spaces anchored by a sunlit kitchen/great room. A guest apartment, gym, game room, and 1.88 acres with pool/spa, tennis court, and gardens complete this private Upper Village offering.
Bordered by the iconic McCormick-era stone walls, this recently rebuilt residence is quietly nestled among stunning mature oaks in Montecito's coveted Riven Rock neighborhood. Down a long, gated driveway on 1.1 acres, the property offers exceptional privacy, timeless charm, and effortless living. The thoughtfully designed estate features a beautifully crafted 4bd main home plus a separate 1b/1ba guest cottage with upstairs exercise room. Light filled t/o with dream gourmet kitchen and expansive primary suite. Lush gardens, sprawling lawns, water well, mountain views, and an outdoor kitchen create an idyllic setting for quiet moments surrounded by nature. Mere moments from Montecito's scenic hiking trails, in Cold Spring School District. Not impacted by recent fires or flooding.
Courtesy: Compass
805-253-7700
Experience effortless coastal living in this beautifully positioned ground-floor 2 bedroom, 2 bath villa in the highly sought-after El Escorial community. Designed for both comfort and connection to the outdoors, this residence offers easy, single-level access and an expansive private patio--perfect for morning coffee, sunset unwinding, or seamless indoor-outdoor entertaining. Filled with a relaxed beachside ambiance, the home invites you to slow down and settle into the rhythm of Santa Barbara living. Whether you're searching for a full-time coastal retreat or the ideal second home escape, this villa delivers both convenience and inspiration. Located just moments from the sand, this gated community offers resort-style amenities including pool, spa, tennis, fitness center, and beautifully maintained grounds--all contributing to a lifestyle that feels like a permanent vacation. Priced to sell, this is an exceptional opportunity to own a piece of the coast in one of the area's most desirable enclaves.
Courtesy: eXp Realty of California, Inc.
805-364-9009
Charming duplex offering character, flexibility & indoor-outdoor living in the desirable Bungalow District. This 2-story property features two 2-bed 1-bath units, with the upper unit positioned at street level and the lower unit opening to its own patios below along the natural slope of the lot. The upper unit is filled with natural light and showcases mountain views, a sunroom, wood floors, vintage details, original windows, a fireplace, and a Jack & Jill bath. The lower unit features an updated kitchen with stainless appliances, Carrera marble counters, a spa-like bath with jet tub, and a large private outdoor sitting area. Both units enjoy in-unit laundry, separate water heaters, storage, and a well-maintained setting in a prime Santa Barbara location with charming details throughout
Courtesy: LPT Realty, Inc.
877-366-2213
Casa Vista De Amor, perched in the coveted Riviera, offers unobstructed ocean and island views in a fully redeveloped home that blends modern luxury with timeless design. The main residence features 4 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, complete with custom cabinetry and unique, high-end finishes throughout. Expansive balconies and floor-to-ceiling bifold doors create seamless indoor-outdoor living, complemented by a rooftop deck with panoramic coastal views. An attached 2-bedroom, 1-bath ADU provides flexibility for guests or additional income. The chef's kitchen showcases a Taj Mahal quartzite island, white oak cabinetry, and designer lighting, while the outdoor deck features a built-in kitchen, integrated audio, and heating for year-round enjoyment.
Floating above the Pacific with sweeping ocean-to-island views, this Montecito estate commands one of Pepper Hill's most breathtaking vantage points. Perched atop Montecito's coveted Pepper Hill enclave, this extraordinary estate commands sweeping panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, Channel Islands, and Santa Ynez Mountains from one of the area's most elevated and private vantage points. Set on approximately 1.02 acres, the ~8,600-square-foot residence offers 7 bedrooms, 8 full baths, and 2 half baths, thoughtfully designed for both grand-scale entertaining and refined everyday living.Rich in history, the property occupies land once part of the original Pepper Hill estatedeveloped in 1916 by industrialist David Benton Jones and designed by renowned architect David Adler with landscape architect Edward H. Bennettimbuing the home with a rare sense of legacy and place. Today, the residence embraces Montecito's signature indoor-outdoor lifestyle, with expansive terraces, balconies, and entertaining spaces framing breathtaking ocean-to-mountain vistas, including views of Anacapa, Santa Cruz, and Santa Rosa Islands.The grounds are both whimsical and timeless, featuring a pond, water wheel, garden structures, and limestone patios embedded with ancient marine fossilssubtle reminders of the land's geological history. Positioned on decomposed granite terrain known for its natural stability, the property offers a unique blend of beauty and resilience.Located just minutes from Montecito's Upper and Lower Villages and in close proximity to Highway 101, Pepper Hill is one of the area's most exclusive hillside communities, defined by one-acre minimum parcels, architectural individuality, and limited turnover. As a rare offering within this storied enclave, the estate captures the essence of Montecito livingprivacy, history, and unparalleled coastal views.
Santa Barbara is located in California. Santa Barbara, California has a population of 89,132. Santa Barbara is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 24.59% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 31.69%.
The median household income in Santa Barbara, California is $89,243. The median household income for the surrounding county is $84,356 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Santa Barbara is 39.1 years.
The average high temperature in July is 73.1 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 43.1 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 18.5 inches per year, with 0 inches of snow per year.
