Nestled on a picturesque street in Santa Barbara's beloved Samarkand neighborhood, this beautifully remodeled 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers privacy and effortless California living. Extensively renovated in 2022, it features a gated entrance, light-filled interiors, European oak floors, upgraded windows, and an open floor plan. The kitchen boasts quartz countertops, a spacious island, and professional-grade appliances. Upstairs, the primary suite offers panoramic mountain views, two walk-in closets, and a spa-inspired bath. Additional highlights include a new metal roof, solar panels, Tesla battery, and fully approved plans for a 900-square-foot ADU. Enjoy a short walk to neighborhood coffee shops and restaurants. storage, dual-zone heating and air conditioning, and a tankless water heater. Lush fruit trees and drought-tolerant landscaping enhance the serene outdoor setting, while a gated driveway and two-car garage provide ample parking. Fully permitted plans for an approximately 900-square-foot ADU offer additional possibilities.
Ideally located near parks, shopping, restaurants, and downtown Santa Barbara, this exceptional property is perfectly suited as a full-time residence or an easy lock-and-leave second home.
Private, beautifully updated, and effortlessly turnkey--a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the Santa Barbara lifestyle.
Instagram posts: Tucked away in Santa Barbara's storybook Samarkand neighborhood, this beautifully remodeled residence offers gated privacy, timeless charm, and modern luxury. A hidden gem in the heart of Santa Barbara.
Beautifully reimagined in 2022. Thoughtfully designed for today. This turnkey Samarkand retreat offers effortless luxury, exceptional privacy, and the best of Santa Barbara living.
Your Santa Barbara escape awaits. Private, gated, and beautifully updated, this exceptional home offers the ultimate lock-and-leave lifestyle. Arrive, unwind, and enjoy.
Wide, tree-lined streets. Storybook surroundings. A peaceful, private setting just minutes from everything Santa Barbara has to offer. Welcome to Samarkand.
European oak floors, sun-filled interiors, a stunning chef's kitchen, and thoughtful modern upgrades. Every detail designed for effortless California living.
A little privacy. A lot of charm. Effortless luxury.
Discover a beautifully remodeled, gated retreat in Santa Barbara's enchanting Samarkand neighborhood.
Active
$2,695,000
2921 Serena Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
3beds
1,935sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1992
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$2,589,200 Zestimate®
$1,393/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Gated entranceLush fruit treesTwo-car garageEuropean oak floorsGated drivewaySpacious islandUpgraded windows
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tiffany Dore 01806890 805-689-1052,
Village Properties,
Marla Gamberdella 02139725 805-570-3407,
Village Properties
Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 26-3778
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Wine Refrigerator, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Built-In Gas Range, Tankless Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,935
- Total interior livable area: 1,935 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Garage, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Patio, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Lawn, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation PRT, Drought Tolerant LND
- Fencing: Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Setting
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
- Features: Level, Near Public Transit
- Topography: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Other
- Parcel number: 051201012
- Zoning: R-3
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean,Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab, Raised, Mixed
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Excellent
- Year built: 1992
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
- Sewer: Sewer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks
- Subdivision: 20 - Samarkand
Location
- Region: Santa Barbara
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,393/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,440,777
- Date on market: 11/11/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 3 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Exclusions: Garden Hoses, Mirror
Estimated market value
$2,589,200
$2.46M - $2.72M
$5,795/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,695,000+17.2%$1,393/sqft |
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| 2/7/2023 | Sold | $2,300,000-4.2%$1,189/sqft |
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| 2/1/2023 | Pending sale | $2,400,000$1,240/sqft |
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| 1/11/2023 | Listed for sale | $2,400,000$1,240/sqft |
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| 12/30/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/15/2022 | Price change | $2,400,000-2.6%$1,240/sqft |
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| 11/9/2022 | Listed for sale | $2,465,000+0.6%$1,274/sqft |
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| 4/12/2022 | Sold | $2,450,000+22.5%$1,266/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #22-885 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2022 | Pending sale | $1,999,999$1,034/sqft |
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| 3/23/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,999,999+119.3%$1,034/sqft |
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| 8/30/2019 | Sold | $912,000-8.8%$471/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #19-1894 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2019 | Pending sale | $999,999$517/sqft |
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| 8/2/2019 | Price change | $999,999-9%$517/sqft |
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| 8/1/2019 | Pending sale | $1,099,000+9.9%$568/sqft |
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| 8/1/2019 | Price change | $999,999-9%$517/sqft |
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| 7/25/2019 | Pending sale | $1,099,000$568/sqft |
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| 7/5/2019 | Price change | $1,099,000-5.2%$568/sqft |
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| 6/11/2019 | Price change | $1,159,000-3.4%$599/sqft |
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| 5/15/2019 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000$620/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $2,440,777 +2% |
| 2025 | $25,196 +1.7% | $2,392,920 +2% |
| 2024 | $24,764 +0.3% | $2,346,000 +0.8% |
| 2023 | $24,684 +146.5% | $2,328,000 +147.8% |
| 2022 | $10,013 +2.4% | $939,567 +2% |
| 2021 | $9,782 +1% | $921,145 +1% |
| 2020 | $9,681 +276.7% | $911,700 +270.8% |
| 2019 | $2,570 +1.5% | $245,857 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,532 +3.5% | $241,038 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,447 +3.1% | $236,313 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,374 -1.1% | $231,681 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,399 | $228,202 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,399 | $223,732 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $218,354 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $214,074 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $212,475 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $212,980 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $208,805 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $204,712 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $200,699 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $196,765 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $189,373 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $185,661 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $182,022 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $178,454 |
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Neighborhood: Samarkand
Nearby schools
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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