It's 1925 meets 2025 in this historic single-level Spanish colonial home, fully renovated with the absolute highest finishes throughout. Live life overlooking the downtown harbor and Channel Islands from almost every room! One of the Riviera originals, this timeless property offers the rare combination of authentic history mixed with all of life's modern conveniences (including ample parking, 6 cars!). Fully renovated by renowned contractor DD Ford in 2020 (and continually maintained by their team) - it will take your breath away! This is a home that only gets better in person, a true ''must see'' to grasp the quality and scale, and a generational opportunity for Riviera single-level living that doesn't come available often. All reports/inspections on file - top notch and ready to go. A historical house of merit, this 4bed/4.5 bath home has been lovingly restored with the absolute highest finishes throughout for personal use, leaving nothing untouched, while simultaneously honoring the original Santa Barbara and Spanish colonial history it represents. Highlights include 180° harbor/island views from all living areas and primary bedrooms/baths, custom milled woodwork and glass throughout, stunning Heath tile kitchen and bathrooms, refinished original floors throughout, striking original 10ft coved ceilings...nothing has been left untouched! All reports/inspections on hand with super clean results.
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$7,250,000
1420 Alameda Padre Serra, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
4beds
4,039sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
0.5 Acres Lot
$7,299,500 Zestimate®
$1,795/sqft
$25,530 Estimated rent
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Refinished original floors throughout
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Listed by:
Charlie Bogue 01803038 805-837-4213,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Bought with:
Vanessa Shotwell, 02071607
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Team Shotwell, 02071607 / 02227938
Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 26-291
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
Bedroom 4
- Level: First
Bonus room
- Level: First
Bonus room
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Garage
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Other
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Freezer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Refrigerator, Built-In Gas Range, Built-In Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Smart Thermostat
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,039
- Total interior livable area: 4,039 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Garage, Open
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: Single Story
- Patio & porch: Patio, Deck, Covered
- Exterior features: Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation T/O, Permeable Driveway
- Fencing: Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Islands, Ocean, Harbor, Panoramic
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Islands,Ocean,Harbor
Lot
- Size: 0.5 Acres
- Features: Level
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 019193011
- Zoning: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Spanish
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Raised, Pier & Post, Rock
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Excellent
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Pre-Wired for Electric Vehicle Charging
- Utilities for property: Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Santa Barbara
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,795/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,970,804
- Annual tax amount: $41,932
- Date on market: 1/28/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 73 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/26/2026 | Sold | $7,250,000-2.7%$1,795/sqft |
Source:  SBMLS #26-291 Report a problem | ||
| 2/10/2026 | Pending sale | $7,450,000$1,845/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #26-291 Report a problem | ||
| 1/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $7,450,000-4.4%$1,845/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #26-291 Report a problem | ||
| 1/2/2026 | Listing removed | $7,795,000$1,930/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #25-3726 Report a problem | ||
| 12/4/2025 | Contingent | $7,795,000$1,930/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #25-3726 Report a problem | ||
| 10/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $7,795,000+132.7%$1,930/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #25-3726 Report a problem | ||
| 8/23/2016 | Sold | $3,350,000-4.1%$829/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #16-1755 Report a problem | ||
| 8/10/2016 | Pending sale | $3,495,000$865/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Montecito #16-1755 Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2016 | Price change | $3,495,000-2.8%$865/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Montecito #16-1755 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2016 | Listed for sale | $3,595,000$890/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Montecito #16-1755 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $41,932 +1.6% | $3,970,804 +2% |
| 2024 | $41,287 +1.8% | $3,892,946 +2% |
| 2023 | $40,537 +1.7% | $3,816,615 +2% |
| 2022 | $39,840 +2.3% | $3,741,781 +2% |
| 2021 | $38,931 +1.5% | $3,668,709 +1.5% |
| 2020 | $38,373 +1.8% | $3,616,246 +2% |
| 2019 | $37,704 +3.2% | $3,545,340 +3.8% |
| 2018 | $36,543 +3.4% | $3,417,000 +2% |
| 2017 | $35,337 +47.4% | $3,350,000 +45.7% |
| 2016 | $23,971 +14.7% | $2,299,000 +10% |
| 2015 | $20,901 | $2,090,000 +5% |
| 2014 | $20,901 | $1,990,000 +10% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,809,000 -10% |
| 2011 | -- | $2,010,880 -3.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $2,080,400 -3.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $2,160,000 -28.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $3,003,114 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $2,944,230 +84.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,597,014 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $1,565,700 +72.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $906,867 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $889,087 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $871,655 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $854,564 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Riviera
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Roosevelt Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.7 mi
- 3/10Santa Barbara Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 6/10Santa Barbara Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Roosevelt
- Middle: S.B. Jr.
- High: S.B. Sr.
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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