Privately set on approximately .86 acres in the coveted Park Highlands enclave, this custom-built estate captures sweeping ocean views stretching toward University of California, Santa Barbara and the Santa Barbara Airport, offering an exceptional blend of serenity, scale, and coastal elegance.
Spanning five bedrooms and four-and-a-half baths, the residence is defined by soaring vaulted wood ceilings, rich hardwood floors, and authentic Saltillo tile that lend warmth and architectural character throughout. Designed for both grand entertaining and intimate gatherings, the home features a dramatic living room anchored by a striking stone fireplace, an inviting family room with its own fireplace, and a refined den ideal for a private office or formal dining room.
The gourmet kitchen -- complete with dual islands, an expansive pantry, and generous prep space -- serves as the heart of the home, offering tremendous potential to be reimagined into a truly show-stopping culinary space.
The primary suite provides a peaceful sanctuary with its own fireplace, while spacious secondary bedrooms offer comfort and flexibility for family or guests.
Outdoors, extensive decking invites you to take in the ocean vistas and coastal breezes. A covered patio between the residence and the three-car garage creates a charming, protected entertaining area. The nearly one-acre parcel offers remarkable privacy and presents excellent ADU potential.
While the home would benefit from thoughtful updating, it presents a rare opportunity to personalize and elevate a well-built custom residence in one of the area's most desirable settings -- combining view, scale, and location in a truly compelling offering.
Moments from shopping, parks, and everyday conveniences, this is an exceptional canvas ready for its next chapter.
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$3,995,000
908 Via Los Padres, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
5beds
4,075sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1981
0.86 Acres Lot
$3,841,500 Zestimate®
$980/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 126 days |
- 1,068 |
- 35 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Steve Heller 00929496 805-252-2749,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties,
John Finseth 01336897,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 26-702
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Electric Range, Built-In Electric Oven
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,075
- Total interior livable area: 4,075 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage, Circular Driveway
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Single Story
- Patio & porch: Wrap Around, Covered
- Exterior features: Yard Irrigation PRT
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean, Setting
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
Lot
- Size: 0.86 Acres
- Features: Sloped Down
- Topography: Downslope
Details
- Parcel number: 067270047
- Zoning: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 1981
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Hookup
- Water: Goleta Wtr
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: 35 - Park Highlands
Location
- Region: Santa Barbara
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $980/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,071,889
- Annual tax amount: $12,287
- Date on market: 3/5/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 126 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
Estimated market value
$3,841,500
$3.65M - $4.03M
$6,818/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,995,000$980/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,287 +1.7% | $1,071,889 +2% |
| 2024 | $12,080 +1.5% | $1,050,872 +2% |
| 2023 | $11,898 +1.6% | $1,030,268 +2% |
| 2022 | $11,709 +5.5% | $1,010,068 +2% |
| 2021 | $11,098 +2.7% | $990,264 +1% |
| 2020 | $10,810 +1.8% | $980,111 +2% |
| 2019 | $10,618 +2.1% | $960,894 +2% |
| 2018 | $10,404 +1.7% | $942,054 +2% |
| 2017 | $10,226 +3.1% | $923,583 +2% |
| 2016 | $9,921 +2.4% | $905,474 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $9,692 | $891,874 +2% |
| 2014 | $9,692 | $874,404 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $853,386 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $836,653 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $830,401 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $832,375 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $816,055 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $800,055 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $784,369 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $768,990 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $740,096 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $725,585 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $711,359 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $697,411 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 93111
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Mountain View Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 1.3 mi
- NALearning Tree PreschoolGrades: Distance: 2.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mtn View
- Middle: LaColina
- 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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- 908 Via Los Padres





