Enjoy life on the American Riviera in this playfully reimagined home with Gaudí-inspired curves and signature David Shelton ironwork. Seductive south-facing views bring inspiring Pacific Ocean scenery, soothing sunsets, and romantic city lights into the living spaces. Located in one of the Riviera's most prestigious neighborhoods, moments from the El Encanto Hotel, the iconic Santa Barbara Mission, the home makes a striking first impression blending vibrant gardens, whimsical character with the soulful spirit of Santa Barbara. A dramatic Spanish-inspired entry ascends to the light-filled great room with soaring ceilings, large picture windows and Juliet balconies showcasing ocean & city views. The home offers 3 bedrooms, 3 baths with a mezzanine floor ideal for a home office or studio The magical back yard features private botanical gardens with meandering paths, bountiful fruit trees and level terraces with inspiring vistas providing a perfect spot for daily relaxation or an artistic haven.
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Price cut: $100K (3/10)
$3,395,000
1720 Mission Ridge Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
3beds
2,202sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1970
0.34 Acres Lot
$3,254,500 Zestimate®
$1,542/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Bountiful fruit treesDramatic spanish-inspired entrySouth-facing viewsRomantic city lightsVibrant gardensLarge picture windowsSoaring ceilings
- 47 days |
- 3,361 |
- 105 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 16, 2026 at 07:39pm
Listed by:
Kathy Henry 01403548 805-637-4400,
Sotheby's International Realty,
Chris A Palme 00989478 805-448-3066,
Sotheby's International Realty
Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 26-302
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,202
- Total interior livable area: 2,202 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation PRT
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean, City, Harbor, Panoramic
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean,Harbor
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 019090003
- Zoning: Other
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Spanish
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Excellent
- Year built: 1970
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: 15 - Riviera/Upper
Location
- Region: Santa Barbara
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,542/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,696,725
- Annual tax amount: $18,035
- Date on market: 1/29/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 48 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
Estimated market value
$3,254,500
$3.09M - $3.42M
$6,993/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/10/2026 | Price change | $3,395,000-2.9%$1,542/sqft |
Source:  SBMLS #26-302 Report a problem | ||
| 2/18/2026 | Price change | $3,495,000-5.4%$1,587/sqft |
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| 1/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,695,000+85.2%$1,678/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #26-302 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2012 | Listing removed | $1,995,000$906/sqft |
Source: Sotheby's International Realty - #12-1928 Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2012 | Price change | $1,995,000-5%$906/sqft |
Source: Sotheby's International Realty - #12-1928 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2012 | Price change | $2,099,000-5%$953/sqft |
Source: Sotheby's International Realty - #12-1928 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2012 | Listed for sale | $2,210,000+121%$1,004/sqft |
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| 6/20/2002 | Sold | $1,000,000$454/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,035 +1.7% | $1,696,725 +2% |
| 2024 | $17,725 +1.9% | $1,663,457 +2% |
| 2023 | $17,401 +1.8% | $1,630,842 +2% |
| 2022 | $17,101 +2.4% | $1,598,866 +2% |
| 2021 | $16,707 +1% | $1,567,517 +1% |
| 2020 | $16,535 +1.8% | $1,551,445 +2% |
| 2019 | $16,246 +1.4% | $1,521,025 +2% |
| 2018 | $16,015 +3.4% | $1,491,202 +2% |
| 2017 | $15,486 +2.4% | $1,461,963 +2% |
| 2016 | $15,125 +2.8% | $1,433,298 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $14,714 | $1,411,769 +2% |
| 2014 | $14,714 | $1,384,116 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,350,845 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $1,324,358 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,314,462 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,317,182 +1.7% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,294,689 +1.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,272,637 -2.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,311,018 +23.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $1,059,822 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $1,020,000 +45.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $702,544 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $688,769 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $675,265 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$20,025/mo
Principal & interest
$16998
Property taxes
$3027
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Riviera
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Roosevelt Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Santa Barbara Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 6/10Santa Barbara Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 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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