Perched at the top of the Bel Air Knolls neighborhood, this reimagined single-level 4-bed, 3-bath modern retreat offers sweeping views of Santa Barbara, the mountains, and ocean. Set on over 1/3 acre of mostly flat land, the expansive backyard features multiple patios, a firepit, & room to add a pool or ADU. Updates include Milgard windows, vaulted ceilings, Whispering White Oak floors, HVAC, & custom lighting. The chef's kitchen showcases Calacatta gold quartz counters, Sub-Zero & Thermador appliances, & a pass-through awning window for effortless indoor/outdoor living. The primary suite offers a steam shower, dual vanity, walk-in closet, & private patio with outdoor shower. Just minutes to Hendry's Beach, Elings Park, & downtown Santa Barbara -this is modern coastal living at its finest
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$3,795,000
1228 Bel Air Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
4beds
2,127sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1963
0.35 Acres Lot
$3,872,500 Zestimate®
$1,784/sqft
$7,948 Estimated rent
Home value
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Alan Siebenaler 01405400 805-331-1776,
eXp Realty of California, Inc.,
Zia Group 01710544 805-364-9009,
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Bought with:
Valerie Menke, 02192021
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 25-2627
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Gas Cooktop, Washer
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
Features
- Smart Thermostat, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,127
- Total interior livable area: 2,127 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Single Story
- Patio & porch: Patio Open
- Exterior features: Lawn, Yard Irrigation T/O, Yard Irrigation PRT, Drought Tolerant LND
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Ocean, City, Setting, Trees/Woods, Partial/Filtered
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
Lot
- Size: 0.35 Acres
- Features: Sloped Down, Near Public Transit
- Topography: Downslope, Hilly
Details
- Parcel number: 049231017
- Zoning: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-century Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Excellent
- Year built: 1963
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks
- Subdivision: 20 - Bel Air Knolls
Location
- Region: Santa Barbara
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,784/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,040,000
- Annual tax amount: $21,550
- Date on market: 7/8/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 41 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Ctnl
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/16/2025 | Sold | $3,795,000+1.2%$1,784/sqft |
Source:  SBMLS #25-2627 Report a problem | ||
| 8/18/2025 | Pending sale | $3,750,000$1,763/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #25-2627 Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/2025 | Price change | $3,750,000-5.1%$1,763/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #25-2627 Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,950,000+89.6%$1,857/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #25-2627 Report a problem | ||
| 3/21/2025 | Sold | $2,083,000+4.2%$979/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2024 | Sold | $2,000,000$940/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #24-120 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $21,550 +2.1% | $2,040,000 +1435.4% |
| 2024 | $21,108 +1464.3% | $132,868 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,349 +1.9% | $130,263 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,324 +2.6% | $127,710 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,290 +1.1% | $125,206 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,276 +1.9% | $123,923 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,252 +1.6% | $121,494 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,233 +3.5% | $119,112 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,190 -4.6% | $116,777 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,247 +2.8% | $114,488 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,213 | $112,769 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,213 | $110,561 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $107,906 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $105,791 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $105,001 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $105,251 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $103,188 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $101,166 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $99,183 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $97,239 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $93,587 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $91,753 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $89,955 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $88,192 |
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Neighborhood: Bel Air
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Harding University PartnershipGrades: K-6Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10La Cumbre Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10San Marcos Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Harding
- Middle: LaCumbre
- High: San Marcos
Source: SBMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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