Perched high above Santa Barbara's Riviera, this exceptional Spanish Colonial Revival residence captures breathtaking ocean, coastline, city, and mountain views from nearly every room. Originally designed by renowned architect Reginald Johnson and meticulously rebuilt in 1978 to honor the home's iconic architectural heritage, this is a rare opportunity to own this very special home. Offering 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, the home beautifully blends timeless elegance with comfortable modern living. The dramatic living room, anchored by a spectacular picture window, frames sweeping views. Both the living and dining rooms feature multiple French doors that open to expansive patios and lush lawns, creating seamless indoor-outdoor living and effortless entertaining in classic Santa Barbara style The sophisticated kitchen is both stylish and functional, showcasing premium appliances, custom cabinetry, and exquisite tilework. Also on the main level is a beautifully appointed ensuite bedroom, ideal for guests or as an elegant home office. The lower level offers a spacious media room, perfect for movie nights or relaxing with family and friends. Upstairs, two luxurious primary suites each feature beautifully designed bathrooms, cedar-lined walk-in closets, and private balconies where you can enjoy the spectacular coastal vistas. Set on approximately 0.56± acres, the property is offered together with the adjacent vacant parcel at 1029 Las Alturas, creating a remarkable combined offering of approximately 0.97± acres in one of the Riviera's most sought-after locations. This is a truly rare opportunity in one of Santa Barbara's most prestigious neighborhoods.
Single-familyProperty Type
1978Year Built
0.56 acresLot Size
$1,393Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Angela Moloney•DRE #01221588• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Riviera, located between Downtown Santa Barbara and the Santa Ynez Mountains, is a hillside and coastal Santa Barbara neighborhood with terraced streets and ocean-view overlooks. The character concentrates around the El Encanto area on Mission Ridge Road, where a quiet, resort-like pocket meets winding lanes and garden courtyards. Spanish Colonial Revival estates and midcentury view homes line the slopes above Alameda Padre Serra, with palms and stone walls shaping the streetscape. The Riviera Theatre and the Santa Barbara Bowl act as cultural anchors for film nights and live music. Mission Canyon’s trailheads and the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden add a nature-forward rhythm to the neighborhood.
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Offer insights
1021/1029 Las Alturas Rd · $3,995,000
$4.12M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $4.12M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
4 days
The average home goes pending in 36 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.1%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Drapes on windows
Fireplaces in the living room and primary bedroom
Stair lift for accessibility
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom
Media room
Ground floor secondary bedroom
Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Gas range
Dishwasher
Disposal
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer
Laundry area located in the garage
Flooring
Carpet
Tile
Heating & cooling
Central air conditioning
Forced air heating
Exterior features
Lawn
Level lot
Views of mountains, ocean, city, and surroundings
Home design
Colonial and Spanish architectural influences
Two-level home
Home/Estate property type
Good overall condition
Parking
Attached 2-car garage
Construction
Stucco exterior
Tile roof
Raised foundation
Utilities
Seller-owned solar PV
Pre-wired for electric vehicle charging
Electricity and solar
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Overlooking the Riviera’s spectacular city & coastline views, this classic Santa Barbara Med., rebuilt from its original Reginald Johnson design, captures the area’s iconic style. With ocean & city views from almost every corner, this 2 bdrm(+den w/full bath) estate is the epitome of style & sophistication. 2 legal parcels offers opportunity for expansion.
SBMLS #11-1204
Jun 10, 2011
Sold
$2,739,400
$955/sq ft
Apr 5, 2011
Listed
$2,894,000
$1,009/sq ft
+12
Overlooking the Riviera’s spectacular city and coastline views, this classic Santa Barbara Mediterranean, rebuilt from its original Reginald Johnson design, captures the area’s iconic style. With ocean and city views from almost every corner, this 2 bedroom(+den with full bath) estate is the epitome of style & sophistication. 2 legal parcels offer opportunity for expansion.
Public Records
Jul 2, 2008
Sold
$2,242,500
$782/sq ft
SBMLS #08-339
Jan 24, 2008
Listed
$2,449,000
$854/sq ft
SBMLS #06-698
Dec 6, 2007
Listing Removed
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Feb 10, 2006
Listed
$2,899,000
$1,011/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$26,342 (+1.7%)
$1,502,813 + $1,031,580
$2,534,393
2024
$25,890 (+1.9%)
$1,473,347 + $1,011,353
$2,484,700
2023
$25,419 (+1.8%)
$1,444,458 + $991,523
$2,435,981
2022
$24,981 (+2.3%)
$1,416,136 + $972,082
$2,388,218
2021
$24,408 (+1.0%)
$1,388,369 + $953,022
$2,341,391
2020
$24,156 (+1.8%)
$1,361,147 + $934,336
$2,295,483
2019
$23,735 (+1.4%)
$1,347,191 + $924,756
$2,271,947
2018
$23,398 (+3.4%)
$1,320,776 + $906,624
$2,227,400
2017
$22,626 (+2.6%)
$1,269,490 + $871,420
$2,140,910
2016
$22,054 (+1.1%)
$1,269,490 + $871,420
$2,140,910
2015
$21,812 (+1.7%)
$1,244,599 + $854,334
$2,098,933
2014
$21,454 (+0.5%)
$1,201,891 + $825,019
$2,026,910
2013
$21,357 (+3.0%)
$1,201,891 + $825,019
$2,026,910
2012
$20,727 (+26.3%)
$1,196,460 + $821,291
$2,017,751
2011
$16,410 (+20.6%)
$1,173,000 + $805,188
$1,978,188
2009
$13,613 (+694.0%)
$912,831 + $650,852
$1,563,683
2008
$1,714
$56,162 + $99,745
$155,907
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
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Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.56 Acres
Year renovated
1990
Finished Sq. Ft.
—
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,867
Year built
1978
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
019113053
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
RS-1A
One-Family Residence Zone
This zone is intended to provide areas for single-unit housing on individual lots at appropriate low densities of one unit per legal lot with allowances for an Accessory Dwelling Unit or Two-Unit Residential Development when certain standards are met. Designators (e.g. -25, -15) refer to minimum lot size in thousands of square ft or, in the case of RS-1A, acres. The regulations for the RS Zone are intended to limit activities which would be inharmonious with or injurious to the preservation and character of a residential environment. Nonresidential uses are limited to those that support daily life of neighborhoods and complement surrounding residential development. Nonresidential uses are strictly limited in order to mitigate impacts associated with nonresidential uses such as: traffic, increased parking demand, light, glare, and noise.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Livestock production
Garden center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
May 17, 2024 • Final
Historic permits
Remodel the interior laundry room, garage, and basement stairs. Rebuild an existing deck with structural improvements. Replace the furnace, relocate the water heater, and perform associated electrical and plumbing work.
Remodel
Oct 5, 2022 • Final
Residential revision
Install additional caissons and grade beams.
Addition
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 84° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
13 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Santa Barbara, CA • 93103
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 1021/1029 Las Alturas Rd
$4,008,517
$14K over list price of $4.00M
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