HUGE PRICE ADJUSTMENT!! Enjoy this opulent, resort-style property at 438 El Cielito Road. It is situated on an acre of lush landscape with magnificent views of the
ocean and nearby islands. An outdoor gourmet kitchen with a wood-burning pizza oven and fire pit, an invigorating pool and cabana with built-in heaters, a full bar, and al fresco dining areas, are all at your disposal. The interior of the home is just as grand, featuring a primary bedroom suite with a private balcony, fireplace, and sitting area, a kitchen with double ovens, Sub Zero refrigerator/freezer, breakfast nook, and bar, a media room, as well as two bedrooms on the main floor. You can also explore the estate's private botanical gardens and winding paths. Central air, ocean-view terraces complete this exquisite home
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$4,050,000
438 El Cielito Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
4beds
--sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1973
-- sqft lot
$5,170,700 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$8,246 Estimated rent
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Media roomPrivate balconyFull barBuilt-in heatersBreakfast nookOutdoor gourmet kitchenCentral air
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Listed by:
Gail Mintz,
Rodeo Realty, Inc.
Bought with:
Kevin Goodwin, 01376204
Goodwin & Thyne Properties
Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 23-3023
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Built-In Electric Range, Built-In Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Washer
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Drapes
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Primary Bedroom, Family Room
Property
Lot
- Topography: Hilly
Details
- Parcel number: 021073011
- Zoning: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1973
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Santa Barbara
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $3,269,874
- Annual tax amount: $34,548
- Date on market: 10/6/2023
- Cumulative days on market: 145 days
- Listing terms: Cash
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/29/2024 | Sold | $4,050,000+1.3% |
Source:  SBMLS #23-3023 Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/2024 | Pending sale | $3,999,999 |
Source: SBMLS #23-3023 Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/2024 | Contingent | $3,999,999 |
Source:  CLAW #23-313065 Report a problem | ||
| 1/30/2024 | Price change | $3,999,999-7% |
Source: CLAW #23-313065 Report a problem | ||
| 11/10/2023 | Price change | $4,299,000-7.7% |
Source: CLAW #23-313065 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2023 | Listed for sale | $4,659,000+9.6% |
Source: CLAW #23-313065 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2023 | Sold | $4,250,000-5.5% |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2023 | Pending sale | $4,495,000 |
Source: SBMLS #23-726 Report a problem | ||
| 3/21/2023 | Listed for sale | $4,495,000-15.1% |
Source: SBMLS #23-726 Report a problem | ||
| 10/7/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: CLAW #22-151657 Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2022 | Listed for sale | $5,295,000 |
Source: SBMLS #22-1269 Report a problem | ||
| 8/12/2022 | Pending sale | $5,295,000 |
Source: SBMLS #22-1269 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2022 | Price change | $5,295,000-5.4% |
Source: SBMLS #22-1269 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2022 | Listed for sale | $5,595,000+49.2% |
Source: SBMLS #22-1269 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2020 | Sold | $3,750,000-2% |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2020 | Pending sale | $3,825,000 |
Source: Sotheby's International Realty #20-41 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2020 | Price change | $3,825,000-3.8% |
Source: Sotheby's International Realty - Santa Barbara Brokerage #20-41 Report a problem | ||
| 1/6/2020 | Listed for sale | $3,975,000+65.6% |
Source: Sotheby's International Realty #20-41 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2012 | Sold | $2,400,000-19.3% |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2011 | Listing removed | $2,975,000 |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Montecito #11-1529 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2011 | Price change | $2,975,000-5.6% |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Montecito #11-1529 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2011 | Listed for sale | $3,150,000 |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Montecito #11-1529 Report a problem | ||
| 11/25/2010 | Listing removed | $3,150,000 |
Source: NRT California #10-1613 Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2010 | Price change | $3,150,000-7.2% |
Source: NRT California #10-1613 Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2010 | Listed for sale | $3,395,000 |
Source: NRT California #10-1613 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $34,548 -24.8% | $3,269,874 -24.6% |
| 2024 | $45,962 +9.8% | $4,335,000 +10% |
| 2023 | $41,867 +1.7% | $3,941,917 +2% |
| 2022 | $41,147 +2.3% | $3,864,626 +2% |
| 2021 | $40,205 +38.9% | $3,788,850 +39.1% |
| 2020 | $28,948 +1.8% | $2,724,774 +2% |
| 2019 | $28,443 +1.4% | $2,671,348 +2% |
| 2018 | $28,040 +3.4% | $2,618,969 +2% |
| 2017 | $27,114 +2.7% | $2,567,618 +2% |
| 2016 | $26,412 +3.6% | $2,517,274 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $25,483 | $2,479,463 +2.8% |
| 2014 | $25,483 | $2,410,896 -11.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $2,723,929 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $2,670,519 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $2,650,561 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $2,656,859 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $2,604,764 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $2,553,691 +2.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $2,488,620 +11.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $2,233,942 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $2,150,000 +11.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $1,924,740 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $1,887,000 +45.3% |
| 2000 | -- | $1,298,624 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Cielito
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GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Roosevelt Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 1.5 mi
- 3/10Santa Barbara Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 6/10Santa Barbara Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 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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