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    908 Via Los Padres, Santa Barbara, CA 93111

    5beds
    4,075sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1981
    0.86 Acres Lot
    $3,841,500 Zestimate®
    $980/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    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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    Listed by:

    Steve Heller 00929496 805-252-2749,

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties,

    John Finseth 01336897,

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 26-702MLS Logo

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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

        DateEventPrice
        3/5/2026Listed for sale$3,995,000$980/sqft
        Source: SBMLS #26-702 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax 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

        Getting around

        6 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        19 / 100
        Minimal Transit
        25 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        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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