Offered for the first time in 75 years, this special Riviera property presents a rare opportunity to own a home offering ocean and city views, with the ability to add your own creativity.
The main (street) level consists of cathedral ceilings, living room, dining room, kitchen, a full bath, fireplace, expansive ocean views with a covered deck.
Second level down has a primary bedroom, full bath, walk in closet, 2nd bedroom and laundry.
Third level down is a permitted 1-bed/1-bath apartment with private entrance and deck, fireplace and full kitchen.
The property also has an oversized 1-car garage. This home was freshly painted on the interior, has new carpet throughout, new water heater in the apartment, and drought tolerant refreshed landscaping. Located in the highly desirable Lower Riviera, this home offers easy access to downtown Santa Barbara, beaches, dining, and cultural attractions.
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$1,995,000
1803 Grand Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
3beds
2,568sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1923
4,791 Square Feet Lot
$2,055,600 Zestimate®
$777/sqft
$7,914 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,055,600
$1.95M - $2.16M
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Ocean and city viewsWalk in closetPrimary bedroomDining roomDrought tolerant refreshed landscapingCathedral ceilingsNew carpet throughout
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lynda K Elliott 02088606 949-697-8937,
Requisite Luxury Properties
Bought with:
Lisa McCann, 01985174
Requisite Luxury Properties
Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 26-517
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Third
Garage
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Description: looks onto living room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: Third
Living room
- Description: open to dining area
- Level: First
Living room
- Description: open to dining area
- Level: Third
Heating
- Forced Air, Wall Furnace
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: Other, In Unit
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Double Vanity
- Flooring: Laminate, Carpet, Tile
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,568
- Total interior livable area: 2,568 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage, Inside Entrance, Attached
- Has attached garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: Tri-Level
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Drought Tolerant LND
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Islands, Ocean, City, Partial/Filtered
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Islands,Ocean
Lot
- Size: 4,791 Square Feet
- Features: Steep Slope, Sloped Down
- Topography: Downslope
Details
- Parcel number: 027141004
- Zoning: R-2
- Other equipment: Satellite Dish
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other,Custom Built,Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Mixed
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks
- Subdivision: 15 - Riviera/Lower
Location
- Region: Santa Barbara
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $777/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $430,313
- Annual tax amount: $4,589
- Date on market: 2/17/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 17 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Exclusions: Potted Plants
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/25/2026 | Sold | $1,995,000$777/sqft |
Source:  SBMLS #26-517 Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2026 | Contingent | $1,995,000$777/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #26-517 Report a problem | ||
| 2/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,995,000$777/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #26-517 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,589 +1.8% | $430,313 +2% |
| 2024 | $4,507 +1.9% | $421,877 +2% |
| 2023 | $4,422 +1.8% | $413,606 +2% |
| 2022 | $4,342 +2.5% | $405,498 +2% |
| 2021 | $4,238 +1.1% | $397,548 +1% |
| 2020 | $4,193 +1.8% | $393,473 +2% |
| 2019 | $4,118 +1.5% | $385,759 +2% |
| 2018 | $4,057 +3.5% | $378,196 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,922 +0.6% | $370,781 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,899 +1.1% | $363,512 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,855 +1.7% | $358,053 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,792 | $351,040 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $342,604 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $335,888 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $333,379 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $334,172 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $327,621 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $321,198 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $314,901 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $308,727 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $297,128 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $291,303 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $285,592 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $279,993 |
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Neighborhood: Lower Riviera
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GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Roosevelt Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Santa Barbara Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.1 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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