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5057 Via Alba, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93111

$6,000,000
Property Type: Res Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 5 Square Footage: 5,684 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 1,718,006 Status: Closed
Current Price: $6,000,000 List Date: 2/17/2025 Last Modified: 12/22/2025

Overview

Description

Welcome to Rancho La Buena Vida, a rare and exceptional offering situated on nearly 40 acres atop a gently elevated knoll in the heart of Santa Barbara. Surrounded by expansive ranch land, this income-producing property boasts over 33 acres planted with thriving avocado, citrus, and other fruiting trees. Its breathtaking 360-degree views encompass the Pacific Ocean, Channel Islands, and Santa Ynez Mountains, creating a serene and picturesque backdrop. At the heart of the ranch is a 5,600+ square foot Spanish-style residence, offering timeless architectural charm and a solid foundation for transformation. Whether you choose to restore the home to its former glory or reimagine it entirely, this property provides boundless opportunities to create your ideal retreat. Supported by a well

Supplements: and Goleta AG meter, the estate is perfectly suited for agricultural pursuits or the development of equestrian facilities. Whether you dream of a luxurious, in-town sanctuary, an equestrian haven, or a multi-functional ranch estate, Rancho La Buena Vida delivers the versatility to make your vision a reality. Conveniently located just minutes from ...

Listing Details MLS# 25-686

Location Info

District
35 - SB/GOL NORTH
Street #
5057
Street Name
Via Alba
State
CA
Country
US
Postal Code
93111
Compass Map
Santa Barbara
Map Grid
I9
County
Santa Barbara
Parcel Number
067-030-017
Cross Street
N. San Marcos Rd.

Contract Info

Price
6495000
Seller Consider Concessions
Yes
Affordable Housing
No
Begin Date
2025-02-17

Status Information

Sold Date
2025-12-22
Under Contract Date
2025-10-30

Property Information

TYP
Ranch
Total Bedrooms
3
Total Bathrooms
5
Total Full Baths
4
Total Half Baths
2
Year Built
1980
Total SqFt.
5684
Source
Measured
Main House SqFt
5684
Other Structures SqFt
132
Apx # Acres
39.44
ADU
No
Within City Limits
No
Total # Units in Development
Yes
Recurring Fees
No

NeighborhoodSchools

Neighborhood
35 - Rancho San Antonio

Remarks

Directions
**ACCESS OFF OF N. San Marcos Rd** Cathedral Oaks Rd. to N San Marcos Rd. to Via Campobello, to Via Alba. Continue on Via Alba. Ranch access to right. Creek crossing so appropriate vehicles only.
Hot Sheet Comment
price

More Information

Owner Info

Deposit
3

Neighborhood/Schools

Elementary School
Foothill
Junior High School
Gol Valley
High School
San Marcos

Condition

Good
Yes

Style

Spanish
Yes
Custom Built
Yes

Construction

Two Story
Yes

Roof

Tile
Yes

Foundation

Mixed
Yes

Exterior

Stucco
Yes

Parking/Garage

Attached
Yes
Cpt #4
Yes
Total # Carport Spaces
4
Total # Uncovered Spaces
10

Pool Features

Pool
Yes

Grounds/Landscaping

Yard Irrigation PRT
Yes
SPA-Outside
Yes
Lawn
Yes
Fruit Trees
Yes

Other Buildings

Pool House
Yes
Shed
Yes
Employee Quarters
Yes

Patio and Porch Features

Patio Open
Yes
Covered
Yes
Enclosed
Yes

Location/Topo

Hilly
Yes
River/Stream
Yes
Rural
Yes

Fencing

Fenced: PRT
Yes

View

Ocean
Yes
Mountain(s)
Yes
Setting
Yes
Panoramic
Yes
Coastline
Yes
Other
Yes
Islands
Yes

Proximity

Near Park(s)
Yes
Near School(s)
Yes

Rooms

Family Room
Yes
Game Room
Yes
Ground Floor Bedroom
Yes
Office
Yes
Primary Bedroom
Yes

Dining

Breakfast Area
Yes
Dining Area
Yes
In Living Room
Yes
Nook
Yes

Laundry

Laundry Room
Yes
220V Elect
Yes
Gas Hookup
Yes

Amenities

Dual Pane Window
Yes
Pantry
Yes
Skylight
Yes
Wet Bar
Yes

Interior Features

Cathedral Ceilings
Yes

Appliances Included

Built-In Electric Oven
Yes
Dishwasher
Yes
Double Oven
Yes
Electric Range
Yes
Refrigerator
Yes

Fireplace(s)

2+
Yes
Family Room
Yes
Free Standing
Yes
Gas Supply
Yes
LR
Yes
Primary Bedroom
Yes
Wood Burning Stove
Yes

Security

Smoke Detector(s)
Yes
Other
Yes

Water/Sewer

Goleta Wtr
Yes
Pvt Well In
Yes
AG Water Avail
Yes
Septic Tank
Yes

Zoning

Other
Yes

Reports Available

Home Inspection
Yes
Pest Inspection
Yes
Prelim
Yes
Septic
Yes
NHD
Yes

Sales Excludes

Other
Yes

Terms

Cash
Yes
Conventional
Yes

Heating

Forced Air
Yes

Flr/Wdw Coverings

Carpet
Yes
Hardwood
Yes
Tile
Yes

Pub Listing Details

Estate Sale
Yes

Property Features

Condition: Good Style: Spanish; Custom Built Construction: Two Story Roof: Tile Foundation: Mixed Exterior: Stucco Fencing: Fenced: PRT Patio and Porch Features: Covered; Enclosed; Patio Open Other Buildings: Shed; Pool House; Employee Quarters View: Ocean; Mountain(s); Setting; Panoramic; Coastline; Islands; Other Proximity: Near Park(s); Near School(s) Rooms: Family Room; Game Room; Ground Floor Bedroom; Office; Primary Bedroom Dining: Breakfast Area; Dining Area; In Living Room; Nook Laundry: 220V Elect; Gas Hookup; Laundry Room Amenities: Dual Pane Window; Pantry; Skylight; Wet Bar Interior Features: Cathedral Ceilings Appliances Included: Built-In Electric Oven; Dishwasher; Double Oven; Electric Range; Refrigerator Fireplace(s): 2+; Family Room; Free Standing; Gas Supply; LR; Primary Bedroom; Wood Burning Stove Security: Smoke Detector(s); Other Heating: Forced Air Pool Features: Pool Zoning: Other Reports Available: Home Inspection; Pest Inspection; Prelim; Septic; NHD Sales Excludes: Other Terms: Cash; Conventional Pub Listing Details: Estate Sale
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Listing Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Last Updated: December - 22 - 2025
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