Perched near the top of Portesuello Ave in coveted Bel Air Knolls, this single-level home commands panoramic mountain views from nearly every room -- just one mile from the world-class beaches of Santa Barbara.
Fully remodeled in 2018, the open floor plan unfolds through gracious living and dining rooms into a large kitchen with a substantial island. The primary suite is a true retreat: walk-in closet, dual sinks, and a spa-inspired bath with a Jacuzzi tub and rain-style walk-in shower. The guest bedroom opens directly to the patio through a slider, and the laundry/closet space can convert back to a 3rd bedroom. A detached ~200 sf ADU adds rare flexibility -- complete with kitchenette, three-quarter bath, mountain views, and its own private deck. Ideal for guests, extended family, or income.
Outside, the entertaining continues on a massive/ private 2,100 sf deck with a Bullfrog Stil spa, two firepits, and a full outdoor kitchen -- all framed by sweeping, unobstructed mountain views. The private patio offers the same, with mature fruit trees (lemon, blood orange, apricot, plum) and native landscaping front and back.
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$2,649,000
1440 Portesuello Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
2beds
2,024sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$17,410/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1963
0.39 Acres Lot
$2,539,600 Zestimate®
$1,309/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Bullfrog stil spaOpen floor planFull outdoor kitchenWalk-in closetDual sinksTwo firepitsSweeping unobstructed mountain views
- 4 days |
- 800 |
- 32 |
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Listed by:
Burke Real Estate Group 0183877 / 02109565 / 01121836 805-905-5330,
eXp Realty of California Inc.
Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 26-2429
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Built-In Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s), Recessed Lighting
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Dining Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,024
- Total interior livable area: 2,024 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Single Story
- Patio & porch: Patio, Deck, Screened, Covered
- Exterior features: Dog Run, Fruit Trees
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: SPA-Outside
- Fencing: Partial,Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Panoramic
Lot
- Size: 0.39 Acres
- Topography: Hilly
Details
- Additional structures: ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit)
- Parcel number: 049262003
- Zoning: E-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled,Excellent
- Year built: 1963
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: 20 - Bel Air Knolls
Location
- Region: Santa Barbara
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,309/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,207,002
- Annual tax amount: $12,770
- Date on market: 7/22/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 5 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,VA Loan,FHA,1031 Exchange
- Exclusions: Other
Estimated market value
$2,539,600
$2.41M - $2.67M
$7,620/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,649,000+154.7%$1,309/sqft |
Source: eXp Realty #26-2429 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2017 | Listing removed | $4,000$2/sqft |
Source: RPM Santa Barbara Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2017 | Listed for rent | $4,000$2/sqft |
Source: RPM Santa Barbara Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2017 | Sold | $1,040,000$514/sqft |
Source:  SBMLS #17-1299 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,770 +1.7% | $1,207,002 +2% |
| 2024 | $12,552 +1.8% | $1,183,336 +2% |
| 2023 | $12,324 +1.7% | $1,160,134 +2% |
| 2022 | $12,112 +2.4% | $1,137,387 +2% |
| 2021 | $11,834 +1% | $1,115,087 +1% |
| 2020 | $11,712 +1.8% | $1,103,655 +2% |
| 2019 | $11,508 +1.4% | $1,082,016 +2% |
| 2018 | $11,345 +712.8% | $1,060,800 +678.3% |
| 2017 | $1,396 -3.5% | $136,297 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,447 +2.8% | $133,626 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,407 | $131,620 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,407 | $129,043 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $125,943 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $123,474 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $122,552 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $122,844 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $120,437 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $118,076 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $115,762 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $113,493 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $109,230 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $107,090 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $104,991 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $102,934 |
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Neighborhood: Bel Air
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Harding University PartnershipGrades: K-6Distance: 1 mi
- 6/10La Cumbre Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 8/10San Marcos Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Adams
- 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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