1523 Portesuello Avenue, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105 (MLS# 24-3871)

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1523 Portesuello Avenue, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105

$2,850,000

5BD/3.5BA turn-key home offering nearly 2,700SF of living space on a .35-acre manicured lot.

Custom tiled staircase, wrought iron railing and chandelier highlight the entry.

Sunny gourmet kitchen with custom Cherry cabinetry and newer Sub Zero refrigerator.

Viking professional appliances, induction cooktop, granite counters and center island.

Thoughtful layout enhancing the indoor-outdoor living experience.

Features a sandstone fireplace with unique Sycamore mantel.

Flooded with natural light and enhanced by warm Hickory hardwood flooring.

Designed for optimal flow into the kitchen or outdoor patio.

The covered patio is ideal for entertaining and al fresco dining.

Enjoy a private and lushly landscaped .35-acre lot.

Lush landscaping, stone driveway and finished 2-car garage.

Spacious and comfortable, the primary suite is a serene retreat.

Features dual closets, walnut flooring and expansive views.

Custom cabinets and tile, with handicap access shower.

Features hardwood floors and expansive views.

Features hardwood floors and serene views of the backyard.

En suite featuring serene views of the backyard.

Property includes an upper terrace, fruit trees, covered entertaining patio and spa.

Enjoy sweeping sunset vistas from the upper terrace.

Hardscaped with flagstone for optimal enjoyment.

Just .5 miles to 230-acre Elings Park and 1.4 miles to Hendry's Beach.

Just moments to downtown Santa Barbara or freeway access.

Property Type: Res Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 3.5 Square Footage: 2,642 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 15,246 Status: Closed

Current Price: $2,850,000 List Date: 12/04/2024 Last Modified: 2/21/2025

Overview

Description

Nestled in desirable Bel Air Knolls, this turnkey 5BD/3.5BA home offers nearly 2,700SF of living space on a private .35-acre lot. The home boasts exceptional flow from the living areas to the expansive backyard, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor experience. Enjoy sweeping sunset vistas from the upper terrace and tranquil views from all bedrooms. The spacious backyard features lush landscaping, fruit trees, a dining patio, and a spa. Upgrades include a gourmet kitchen, remodeled bathrooms, hardwood floors, a finished garage, and energy-efficient systems. The home's thoughtful design includes custom cabinetry, built-in sound systems, and high-end finishes. Just minutes from Hendry's Beach and Elings Park via the Los Positas bike path, this home blends convenience, style and privacy.

Supplements: Perfect for those seeking a serene yet accessible coastal retreat in Santa Barbara.

Listing Details MLS# 24-3871

Location Info

District: 20 - SB/WEST OF STATE
Street #: 1523
Street Name: Portesuello
Street Suffix: Avenue
State: CA
Country: US
Postal Code: 93105
Compass Map: Santa Barbara
Map Grid: M12
County: Santa Barbara
Parcel Number: 049-261-019
Cross Street: Las Positas
Development Name: Bel Air Knolls

Contract Info

Price: 2895000
Seller Consider Concessions: Yes
Affordable Housing: No
Begin Date: 2024-12-04

Status Information

Sold Date: 2025-02-21
Under Contract Date: 2025-01-27

Property Information

TYP: Home/Estate
Total Bedrooms: 5
Total Bathrooms: 3.5
Total Full Baths: 3
Total Half Baths: Yes
Year Built: 1971
Total SqFt.: 2642
Source: Measured
Apx # Acres: 0.35
ADU: No
Within City Limits Y/N: Yes
Total # Units in Development: Yes
Recurring Fees: No

NeighborhoodSchools

Neighborhood: 20 - Bel Air Knolls

Remarks

Directions: Las Positas to Portesuello Ave.
Hot Sheet Comment: price

More Information

Owner Info

Deposit: 3

Neighborhood/Schools

Elementary School: Harding
Junior High School: LaCumbre
High School: San Marcos

Condition

Excellent: Yes
Updated/Remodeled: Yes

Style

Spanish: Yes
Tract: Yes

Roof

Tile: Yes

Foundation

Slab: Yes

Exterior

Stucco: Yes

Parking/Garage

Gar #2: Yes
Inside Entrance: Yes
Attached: Yes

Grounds/Landscaping

Yard Irrigation PRT: Yes
Hot Tub: Yes
Lawn: Yes
Fruit Trees: Yes

Patio and Porch Features

Patio Open: Yes
Covered: Yes

Location/Topo

Level: Yes
Upslope: Yes

Fencing

Fenced: BCK: Yes

View

Mountain(s): Yes
Setting: Yes

Site Improvements

Sidewalks: Yes

Proximity

Near Bus: Yes
Near Hospital: Yes
Near Ocean: Yes
Near Park(s): Yes
Near Restaurants: Yes
Near School(s): Yes
Near Shopping: Yes

Rooms

Family Room: Yes
Primary Bedroom: Yes

Dining

Breakfast Bar: Yes
Dining Area: Yes
In Living Room: Yes

Laundry

220V Elect: Yes
Gas Hookup: Yes
In Garage: Yes

Amenities

Dual Pane Window: Yes
Remodeled Bath: Yes
Remodeled Kitchen: Yes
Sound System: Yes

Appliances Included

Built-In Electric Oven: Yes
Built-In Electric Range: Yes
Gas Tankless Water Heater: Yes
Dishwasher: Yes
Dryer: Yes
Microwave: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
Washer: Yes
Wtr Softener/Owned: Yes

Fireplace(s)

LR: Yes

Security

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
NHD: Yes
Sewer Lateral: Yes

Sales Excludes

Potted Plants: Yes

Terms

Cash: Yes
Conventional: Yes

Cooling

Attic Fan: Yes

Heating

Forced Air: Yes

Flr/Wdw Coverings

Carpet: Yes
Hardwood: Yes
Tile: Yes

Pub Listing Details

None: Yes

Property Features

Condition: Excellent; Updated/Remodeled Style: Spanish; Tract Roof: Tile Foundation: Slab Exterior: Stucco Fencing: Fenced: BCK Patio and Porch Features: Covered; Patio Open View: Mountain(s); Setting Site Improvements: Sidewalks Proximity: Near Bus; Near Hospital; Near Ocean; Near Park(s); Near Restaurants; Near School(s); Near Shopping Rooms: Family Room; Primary Bedroom Dining: Breakfast Bar; Dining Area; In Living Room Laundry: 220V Elect; Gas Hookup; In Garage Amenities: Dual Pane Window; Remodeled Bath; Remodeled Kitchen; Sound System Appliances Included: Built-In Electric Oven; Built-In Electric Range; Gas Tankless Water Heater; Dishwasher; Dryer; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer; Wtr Softener/Owned Fireplace(s): LR Security: Smoke Detector(s) Cooling: Attic Fan Heating: Forced Air Zoning: E-1 Reports Available: TDS; Home Inspection; Pest Inspection; Prelim; NHD; Sewer Lateral Sales Excludes: Potted Plants Terms: Cash; Conventional Pub Listing Details: None

Documents

Floor Plan ›

Seller Upgrades ›

Preliminary Title Report ›

Natural Hazard Disclosure ›

Listing Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Last Updated: February - 21 - 2025

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