Warm, welcoming, and full of soul, this four bedroom, two and a half bath Eucalyptus Hill home is tucked peacefully off the street, offering an easy charm that makes you feel instantly at ease. Sunlight streams through picture windows, rich hardwood floors add warmth underfoot, and French doors open the interiors to lush gardens beyond.
The inviting living room, with its tray ceiling and fireplace, feel equally suited to quiet afternoons and evenings with friends. The open kitchen flows naturally into the family and dining room, where another fireplace, vaulted ceiling, and garden views create a relaxed gathering place at the heart of the home. Three bedrooms are thoughtfully positioned near the front of the residence, each enjoying views of the surrounding greenery. The primary suite is a retreat of its own, with a high beamed ceiling, cozy fireplace, and French doors opening to the garden beyond. A generous walk in closet and spacious bath, complete with a soaking tub beneath a picture window, complete the mood.
Surrounded by established gardens on approximately 0.3 acres, the property feels wonderfully private, yet remains just minutes from both Montecito and Santa Barbara. This is a home with heart--comfortable, inviting, and filled with character.
Active
$3,950,000
505 Alston Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
4beds
2,357sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
0.36 Acres Lot
$3,894,300 Zestimate®
$1,676/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Garden viewsVaulted ceilingTray ceilingRich hardwood floors
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listed by:
Maureen M McDermut 01175027 805-570-5545,
Sotheby's International Realty
Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 26-3152
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Tankless Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s), Double Vanity, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,357
- Total interior livable area: 2,357 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Single Story
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Setting
Lot
- Size: 0.36 Acres
- Features: Level, Rolling Slope
- Topography: Rolly, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 015110012
- Zoning: Other
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- Excellent
- Year built: 1960
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: 15 - Eucalyptus Hill
Location
- Region: Santa Barbara
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,676/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,361,669
- Date on market: 9/18/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 11 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
Estimated market value
$3,894,300
$3.70M - $4.09M
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,950,000+98%$1,676/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 11/10/2016 | Sold | $1,995,000$846/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 10/22/2016 | Listed for sale | $1,995,000+398.8%$846/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Montecito #16-3517 Report a problem | ||
| 12/18/1996 | Sold | $400,000$170/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $2,361,669 +2% |
| 2025 | $24,556 +1.7% | $2,315,362 +2% |
| 2024 | $24,134 +1.9% | $2,269,964 +2% |
| 2023 | $23,695 +1.8% | $2,225,456 +2% |
| 2022 | $23,287 +2.4% | $2,181,821 +2% |
| 2021 | $22,752 +1% | $2,139,041 +1% |
| 2020 | $22,517 +1.8% | $2,117,109 +2% |
| 2019 | $22,124 +1.4% | $2,075,598 +2% |
| 2018 | $21,810 +3.4% | $2,034,900 +2% |
| 2017 | $21,090 +224.8% | $1,995,000 +226.5% |
| 2016 | $6,494 +2.8% | $611,059 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $6,316 | $601,881 +2% |
| 2014 | $6,316 | $590,091 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $575,908 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $564,617 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $560,398 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $561,730 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $550,717 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $539,920 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $529,334 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $518,956 +10.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $468,196 +2.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $456,078 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $447,136 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $438,370 |
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Neighborhood: Eucalyptus Hill
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cleveland
- 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.





