1290 N Ontare Road, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105 (MLS# 26-3463)

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1290 N Ontare Road, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105

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$1,995,000

Walls of glass and distinctive corner windows frame sweeping views across the foothills toward the coastline.

A winding stone pathway meanders through lush, established gardens beneath mature shade trees, alongside the home's distinctive walls of glass.

The open connection between the living area and sunroom highlights the home's inviting floor plan.

The dining area connects to the living room and sunroom, with views visible beyond.

Large windows and an open connection to the sunroom bring the outdoors into the dining area.

The home's architecture is framed by mature trees and established landscaping.

Wood cabinetry, tile counters, and vintage details offer a starting point for a future kitchen renovation.

The open kitchen features generous cabinetry and a window overlooking mature greenery.

A spacious covered patio offers a front-row seat to the gardens and distant coastal views.

Mature trees, layered plantings, and a quiet seating area create an inviting place to enjoy the scenery.

Natural pathways wind through the hillside garden, with the Santa Ynez Mountains beyond.

Steps connect the home's exterior with the surrounding landscape and ocean views.

An elevated perspective captures the home's peaceful setting, mature landscape, and surrounding foothills.

A large picture window frames the surrounding landscape and distant views.

Original wood cabinetry and shelving provide storage and reflect the home's period craftsmanship.

A broad driveway leads to the single-level residence and attached garage, surrounded by mature landscaping.

Overhead view illustrates the home's footprint, driveway, and relationship to the surrounding grounds.

Property Type: Res Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 2,194 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 25,700 Status: Active

Current Price: $1,995,000 List Date: 10/14/2026 Last Modified: 10/16/2026

Overview

Description

Nestled near the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in the desirable San Roque Hills neighborhood, this 1957 Paul Greene home offers a rare opportunity to restore a mid-century classic. Set on over half an acre overlooking open space near the Jesusita Trail, the property enjoys a peaceful, private setting and sweeping south-facing views toward the coastline and ocean. Distinctive corner windows, a brick fireplace and vintage built-ins reflect the craftsmanship and character of the era. The light-filled floor plan includes a spacious sunroom and covered patio overlooking established gardens with mature fruit trees, winding stone pathways, and inviting spaces to relax and enjoy the views. Largely original, the home offers an ideal canvas for thoughtful updates while preserving its architectural charm

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Listing Details MLS# 26-3463

Location Info

District: 15 - SB/EAST OF STATE
Street #: 1290
Dir: N
Street Name: Ontare
Street Suffix: Road
State: CA
Country: US
Postal Code: 93105
County: Santa Barbara
Parcel Number: 055-143-009
Cross Street: Celine Dr.
Development Name: San Roque Hils

Contract Info

Price: 1995000
Seller Consider Concessions: Yes
Affordable Housing: No
Begin Date: 2026-10-14

Property Information

TYP: Home/Estate
Total Bedrooms: 3
Total Bathrooms: 2
Total Full Baths: 2
Year Built: 1957
Total SqFt.: 2194
Source: Measured
Apx # Acres: 0.59
ADU: No
Within City Limits: Santa Barbara
Within Coastal Zone: No
Recurring Fees: No

NeighborhoodSchools

Neighborhood: 15 - San Roque/Above Foothill

Remarks

Directions: From State Street, head north on Ontare Road. Cross Foothill Road and continue to N. Ontare. 1290 is on your right.
Hot Sheet Comment: new

Owner Info

Deposit: 3
Deposit Type: %
COE: ASAP

More Information

Neighborhood/Schools

Elementary School: Peabody
Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
High School: S.B. Sr.

Condition

Average: Yes

Style

Ranch: Yes
Mid-Century Modern: Yes

Construction

Single Story: Yes

Roof

Composition: Yes

Foundation

Slab: Yes

Exterior

Stucco: Yes

Parking/Garage

Garage: Yes
Inside Entrance: Yes
Attached: Yes
Total # Garage Spaces: 2

Grounds/Landscaping

Yard Irrigation PRT: Yes
Fruit Trees: Yes
Mature Hedges: Yes

Other Buildings

Greenhouse: Yes

Patio and Porch Features

Patio Open: Yes
Covered: Yes

Location/Topo

Combo: Yes
Foothills: Yes

Fencing

Fenced: BCK: Yes
Fenced: PRT: Yes

View

Ocean: Yes
Mountain(s): Yes
City: Yes
Islands: Yes

Proximity

Near Grocery: Yes
Near Park(s): Yes
Near Restaurants: Yes
Near School(s): Yes
Near Shopping: Yes

Rooms

Ground Floor Bedroom: Yes
Ground Floor Primary: Yes
Office: Yes
Primary Bedroom: Yes
Sun Room: Yes

Dining

Formal: Yes

Laundry

Laundry Room: Yes
Gas Hookup: Yes

Amenities

Room Addition: Yes
Skylight: Yes

Appliances Included

Built-In Electric Oven: Yes
Built-In Gas Range: Yes
Dishwasher: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes

Fireplace(s)

Gas Supply: Yes
LR: Yes

Security

Carbon Monoxide Detector: Yes
Smoke Detector(s): Yes

Water/Sewer

S.B. Wtr: Yes
Sewer Hookup: Yes

Zoning

E-1: Yes

Reports Available

TDS: Yes
Home Inspection: Yes
Pest Inspection: Yes
Prelim: Yes
Build Plans: Yes
NHD: Yes
Sewer Lateral: Yes

Terms

Cash: Yes
Conventional: Yes

Cooling

Central Air: Yes

Heating

Forced Air: Yes

Flr/Wdw Coverings

Carpet: Yes
Tile: Yes
Other: Yes
Laminate: Yes

Pub Listing Details

Estate Sale: Yes

Property Features

Condition: Average Style: Ranch; Mid-Century Modern Construction: Single Story Roof: Composition Foundation: Slab Exterior: Stucco Fencing: Fenced: BCK; Fenced: PRT Patio and Porch Features: Covered; Patio Open Other Buildings: Greenhouse View: Ocean; Mountain(s); Islands Proximity: Near Grocery; Near Park(s); Near Restaurants; Near School(s); Near Shopping Rooms: Ground Floor Bedroom; Ground Floor Primary; Office; Primary Bedroom; Sun Room Dining: Formal Laundry: Gas Hookup; Laundry Room Amenities: Room Addition; Skylight Appliances Included: Built-In Electric Oven; Built-In Gas Range; Dishwasher; Refrigerator Fireplace(s): Gas Supply; LR Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector; Smoke Detector(s) Cooling: Central Air Heating: Forced Air Zoning: E-1 Reports Available: TDS; Home Inspection; Pest Inspection; Prelim; Build Plans; NHD; Sewer Lateral Terms: Cash; Conventional Pub Listing Details: Estate Sale

Documents

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Natural Hazard Disclosure ›

Offer Guidelines ›

Listing Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Last Updated: October - 16 - 2026

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