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.
Active
$4,500,000
1510 Franceschi Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
3beds
3,250sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1964
0.41 Acres Lot
$4,273,300 Zestimate®
$1,385/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 24 days |
- 2,184 |
- 105 |
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Listed by:
Terri Dimond 01378431 805-709-0934,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 26-1624
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Other
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,250
- Total interior livable area: 3,250 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage, Inside Entrance, Attached, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Patio, Deck
- Exterior features: Yard Irrigation PRT, Drought Tolerant LND
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Islands, Coastline, Ocean, City, Harbor, Panoramic
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Islands,Coastline,Ocean,Harbor
Lot
- Size: 0.41 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 019102030
- Zoning: Other
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Other
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 1964
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: 15 - Riviera/Upper
Location
- Region: Santa Barbara
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,385/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,357,099
- Annual tax amount: $14,382
- Date on market: 5/20/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 25 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
Estimated market value
$4,273,300
$4.06M - $4.49M
$7,470/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,500,000-4.3%$1,385/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 5/3/2026 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,700,000+652%$1,446/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/7/1997 | Sold | $625,000$192/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,382 +1.8% | $1,357,099 +2% |
| 2024 | $14,133 +1.9% | $1,330,490 +2% |
| 2023 | $13,873 +1.8% | $1,304,403 +2% |
| 2022 | $13,631 +2.4% | $1,278,827 +2% |
| 2021 | $13,315 +1% | $1,253,752 +1% |
| 2020 | $13,177 +1.8% | $1,240,897 +2% |
| 2019 | $12,945 +1.5% | $1,216,567 +2% |
| 2018 | $12,759 +3.4% | $1,192,714 +2% |
| 2017 | $12,336 +2.2% | $1,169,329 +2% |
| 2016 | $12,066 +2.8% | $1,146,402 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $11,736 | $1,129,183 +2% |
| 2014 | $11,736 | $1,107,065 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,080,455 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $1,059,270 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,051,354 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,053,853 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,033,190 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,012,932 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $993,071 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $973,600 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $937,018 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $918,646 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $900,635 +20.8% |
| 2000 | -- | $745,700 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Riviera
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Roosevelt Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 1 mi
- 3/10Santa Barbara Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1 mi
- 6/10Santa Barbara Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 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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- California
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- 93103
- Riviera
- 1510 Franceschi Rd




