1226 Alameda Padre Serra, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103
$3,700,000
Property Type:
Res
Bedrooms:
3
Baths:
4
Square Footage:
2,762
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
10,454
Status:
Closed
Current Price:
$3,700,000
List Date:
1/05/2026
Last Modified:
1/31/2026
Description
Iconic Riviera.
A Quintessential Spanish Masterpiece.
Experience the pinnacle of Santa Barbara living in this meticulously reimagined Spanish estate. Perched in the heart of the coveted Upper Riviera, this residence has undergone a comprehensive, ''down-to-the-studs'' renovation, blending timeless architectural romance with the effortless luxury of a brand-new build.
A Masterclass in Design & Utility
Forget the worries of historic maintenance—virtually every inch of this home is brand new. From a completely redesigned floorplan to modern infrastructure, no detail has been overlooked:
Systems: All-new electrical + upgraded panel, tankless water heater + plumbing, high-efficiency air conditioning & HVAC.
*SEE TEXT OVERFLOW*
Supplements: Exterior: New driveways, patios, professional landscaping, robust retaining walls & drainage system. Garage & Parking: An attached 2-car garage & 2 driveways offer rare, abundant parking for resident & guests. The Ultimate Suite Retreat The new floorplan prioritizes privacy and sophistication, featuring three spacious bedrooms, each boasting its own private en-suite bathroom. Whether hosting guests or catering to a modern family, these sanctuaries offer a level of comfort rarely found in traditional Spanish architecture. World-Class Views & Location Step outside to a panoramic theater of Santa Barbara's most iconic sights. Enjoy sweeping, unobstructed views of: The Pacific Ocean & Channel Islands The Santa Barbara Harbor The twinkling lights of Downtown Located within the prestigious Roosevelt School District, this property is perfectly positioned for both peace and play. You are directly adjacent to the serene Sylvan Park and just a short, scenic stroll from the world-renowned El Encanto Hotel for sunset cocktails or fine dining. Turn-Key & Move-In Ready Complete with new top-of-the-line appliances and high-end finishes throughout, this is a true turn-key opportunity. Simply bring your toothbrush and start living the California dream.
More Information MLS# 26-32
Location Info
Country: US
Compass Map: Santa Barbara
Map Grid: P11
Cross Street: Dover Road
District: 15 - SB/EAST OF STATE
Street #: 1226
Street Name: Alameda Padre Serra
State: CA
Postal Code: 93103
County: Santa Barbara
Parcel Number: 019-203-007
Contract Info
Seller Consider Concessions: Yes
Affordable Housing: No
Current Price: $3,700,000
Price: 3675000
Begin Date: 2026-01-05
Status: Closed
Status Information
Financing: Cash
Sold Date: 2026-01-30
Sold Price: $3,700,000
Under Contract Date: 2026-01-12
Property Information
Year Built: 1929
Apx # Acres: 0.24
Total #Units: 1
Main House SqFt: 2762
Source: Public Records
Recurring Fees: No
ADU: No
Within City Limits: Yes
TYP: Home/Estate
Total Bedrooms: 3
Total Bathrooms: 4
Total Full Baths: 3
Total Half Baths: 1
Total SqFt.: 2762
Neighborhood/Schools
Elementary School: Roosevelt
Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
High School: S.B. Sr.
Owner Info
Deposit: 3
Remarks
Hot Sheet Comment: new
Directions: Take APS to Dover Road. Property is positioned at the corner of APS & Dover, across the street from Sylvan Park.
Geo Lat: 34.437476
Geo Lon: -119.693461
Condition
Excellent: 1
Style
Spanish: 1
Construction
Other: 1
Roof
Tile: 1
Flat: 1
Foundation
Slab: 1
Mixed: 1
Pier & Post: 1
Exterior
Stucco: 1
Parking/Garage
Gar #2: 1
Inside Entrance: 1
Attached: 1
Total # Garage Spaces: 2
Total # Uncovered Spaces: 6
Grounds/Landscaping
Yard Irrigation T/O: 1
Drought Tolerant LND: 1
Other: 1
Patio and Porch Features
Patio Open: 1
Covered: 1
Location/Topo
Wooded: 1
Level: 1
Hilly: 1
Corner Lot: 1
Fencing
Fenced: PRT: 1
View
Ocean: 1
City: 1
Harbor: 1
Panoramic: 1
Coastline: 1
Islands: 1
Site Improvements
Other: 1
Proximity
Near Park(s): 1
Near School(s): 1
Other: 1
Restaurants: 1
Rooms
Sun Room: 1
Dining
Breakfast Bar: 1
Dining Area: 1
In Kitchen: 1
Laundry
Laundry Room: 1
Amenities
Other: 1
Dual Pane Window: 1
Insul:T/O: 1
Remodeled Bath: 1
Remodeled Kitchen: 1
Skylight: 1
Interior Features
Cathedral Ceilings: 1
Smart Thermostat: 1
Appliances Included
Built-In Gas Oven: 1
Built-In Gas Range: 1
Gas Tankless Water Heater: 1
Vented Exhaust Fan: 1
Dishwasher: 1
Disposal: 1
Dryer: 1
Microwave: 1
Other: 1
Tankless Water Heater: 1
Washer: 1
Fireplace(s)
2: 1
LR: 1
Primary Bedroom: 1
Security
Smoke Detector(s): 1
Other: 1
Water/Sewer
S.B. Wtr: 1
Pets
Yes: 1
Handicapped Access
Wide Doors: 1
Hand Rails: 1
Other: 1
Occupancy
Occ All Ages: 1
Zoning
R-1: 1
Reports Available
TDS: 1
Prelim: 1
Roof: 1
NHD: 1
Other: 1
Terms
Cash: 1
Cooling
Central Air: 1
Heating
Forced Air: 1
Flr/Wdw Coverings
Hardwood: 1
Tile: 1
Pub Listing Details
Standard: 1
NeighborhoodSchools
Neighborhood: 15 - Riviera/Upper
Property Features
Condition: Excellent
Style: Spanish
Construction: Other
Roof: Tile; Flat
Foundation: Slab; Mixed; Pier & Post
Exterior: Stucco
Fencing: Fenced: PRT
Patio and Porch Features: Covered; Patio Open
View: Ocean; Harbor; Panoramic; Coastline; Islands
Site Improvements: Other
Proximity: Near Park(s); Near School(s); Other; Restaurants
Rooms: Sun Room
Dining: Breakfast Bar; Dining Area; In Kitchen
Laundry: Laundry Room
Amenities: Dual Pane Window; Insul:T/O; Other; Remodeled Bath; Remodeled Kitchen; Skylight
Interior Features: Smart Thermostat; Cathedral Ceilings
Appliances Included: Built-In Gas Oven; Built-In Gas Range; Gas Tankless Water Heater; Vented Exhaust Fan; Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Microwave; Other; Tankless Water Heater; Washer
Fireplace(s): 2; LR; Primary Bedroom
Security: Smoke Detector(s); Other
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Forced Air
Pets: Yes
Handicapped Access: Wide Doors; Hand Rails; Other
Occupancy: Occ All Ages
Zoning: R-1
Reports Available: TDS; Prelim; NHD; Other
Terms: Cash
Pub Listing Details: Standard
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Listing Office:
Compass
Last Updated: January - 31 - 2026
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