A surprising treasure on Santa Barbara's Lower Riviera, 967 Garcia Road provides a rare combination of unobstructed ocean and city views, entry-level easy living, and a magical over-sized gently-sloping backyard offering every possibility of entertaining, gardening and relaxation. The nearly 1/3-acre parcel is well-positioned to maximize views with the house at the top, while leaving most of the property as a private oasis ideal for adding a pool and/or a new Accessory Dwelling Unit. 3-4 beds/office are on the entry level with a spacious covered ocean-view deck, plus a separate-entry full living suite below. Recent upgrades incl. refinished oak hardwood floors, new windows, new electrical, new sewer lateral. Off-the-charts upside and fantastic value as-is under 3 million for A+ views!
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Tax assessed value
$2,800,000
967 Garcia Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
4beds
1,984sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1946
0.32 Acres Lot
$3,246,500 Zestimate®
$1,411/sqft
$7,822 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,246,500
$2.92M - $3.64M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ken Switzer 01245644 805-680-4622,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Bought with:
Kristin Arntz, 01817970
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 24-1327
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Gravity
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,984
- Total interior livable area: 1,984 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Attached
- Has attached garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: Entry Lvl(No Stairs)
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio Covered
- Exterior features: Fruit Trees
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Islands, Ocean, City, Harbor
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Islands,Ocean,Harbor
Lot
- Size: 0.32 Acres
- Features: Rolling Slope
- Topography: Rolly
Details
- Parcel number: 029202006
- Zoning: E-1
- Special conditions: Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 1946
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: 15 - Riviera/Lower
Location
- Region: Santa Barbara
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,411/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,800,000
- Annual tax amount: $29,664
- Date on market: 4/26/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 130 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Ctnl
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2025 | Listing removed | $8,500$4/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #25-1899 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2025 | Listed for rent | $8,500-5.6%$4/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #25-1899 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2025 | Listing removed | $9,000$5/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #25-746 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2025 | Price change | $9,000-18.2%$5/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #25-746 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2025 | Listed for rent | $11,000$6/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #25-746 Report a problem | ||
| 9/27/2024 | Sold | $2,800,000-5.1%$1,411/sqft |
Source:  SBMLS #24-1327 Report a problem | ||
| 9/3/2024 | Pending sale | $2,950,000$1,487/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #24-1327 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2024 | Price change | $2,950,000-7.7%$1,487/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #24-1327 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2024 | Price change | $3,195,000-5.9%$1,610/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #24-1327 Report a problem | ||
| 4/26/2024 | Listed for sale | $3,395,000$1,711/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #24-1327 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $29,664 +169.7% | $2,800,000 +170.8% |
| 2024 | $10,997 +709.5% | $1,033,872 +746.7% |
| 2023 | $1,359 +2.1% | $122,106 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,331 +2.7% | $119,713 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,296 +1.2% | $117,366 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,281 +2% | $116,163 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,256 +1.7% | $113,886 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,235 +3.6% | $111,654 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,193 -4.6% | $109,466 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,250 +2.8% | $107,320 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,216 | $105,709 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,216 | $103,639 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $101,149 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $99,166 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $98,425 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $98,659 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $96,726 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $94,830 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $92,972 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $91,150 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $87,728 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $86,009 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $84,323 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $82,670 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Lower Riviera
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Franklin Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.9 mi
- 3/10Santa Barbara Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Santa Barbara Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Franklin
- 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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