Versatile living w/ 2 separate homes on nearly 1/2 acre in one of Santa Barbara's most coveted neighborhoods. This lovingly cared-for property features numerous upgrades throughout. The light & bright 3-bed, 2-bath main home boasts oak wood floors, a prominent fireplace hearth, dual-pane windows, spacious bedrooms, renovated bathrooms & dual-living potential w/a finished basement/large den/4th-bedroom. The legal guest house offers charm, high ceilings, newer windows, peaceful views, & a private yard. Wrap-around yards feature fruit trees, manicured gardens, multiple sitting areas, a fountain, & creekside setting. Centrally located near the acclaimed Vieja Valley Elementary. Upside potential w/ 7K/mo rent + additional income potential from the main home. A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.46 acresLot Size
$778Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Kathleen Barnato•DRE #00978386• Kathleen Barnato
Listed by Zia Group•DRE #01710544• eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Bought with Team Shotwell•DRE #02071607 / 02227938• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Versatile living w/ 2 separate homes on nearly 1/2 acre in one of Santa Barbara's most coveted neighborhoods. This lovingly cared-for property features numerous upgrades throughout. The light & bright 3-bed, 2-bath main home boasts oak wood floors, a prominent fireplace hearth, dual-pane windows, spacious bedrooms, renovated bathrooms & dual-living potential w/a finished basement/large den/4th-bedroom. The legal guest house offers charm, high ceilings, newer windows, peaceful views, & a private yard. Wrap-around yards feature fruit trees, manicured gardens, multiple sitting areas, a fountain, & creekside setting. Centrally located near the acclaimed Vieja Valley Elementary. Upside potential w/ 7K/mo rent + additional income potential from the main home. A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!
SBMLS #24-2899
Oct 22, 2024
Sold
$2,495,000
$760/sq ft
Oct 5, 2024
Pending
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Sep 20, 2024
Price Changed
$2,495,000
$760/sq ft
Sep 3, 2024
Listed
$2,585,000
$787/sq ft
SBMLS #10-3940
Nov 22, 2010
Listed
$999,000
$304/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 25, 2006
Sold
$1,200,000
$365/sq ft
SBMLS #06-3173
Aug 25, 2006
Sold
$1,600,000
$487/sq ft
Jul 28, 2006
Listing Removed
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Jun 5, 2006
Listed
$1,639,000
$499/sq ft
SBMLS #06-2661
Aug 25, 2006
Sold
$1,600,000
$487/sq ft
Jul 28, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Jun 5, 2006
Listed
$1,639,000
$499/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 10, 2006
Sold
$1,410,500
$429/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 6, 1998
Sold
$485,000
$148/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 31, 1990
Sold
$415,000
$126/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$27,459 (+18.5%)
$1,326,000 + $1,218,900
$2,544,900
2024
$23,170 (+9.0%)
$1,300,000 + $1,195,000
$2,495,000
2023
$21,262 (+1.7%)
$1,247,837 + $853,781
$2,101,618
2022
$20,905 (+26.0%)
$962,000 + $959,000
$1,921,000
2021
$16,586 (+14.3%)
$943,000 + $940,000
$1,883,000
2020
$14,512 (+1.0%)
$754,000 + $752,000
$1,506,000
2019
$14,367 (+4.9%)
$656,000 + $654,000
$1,310,000
2018
$13,699 (+5.2%)
$656,000 + $654,000
$1,310,000
2017
$13,026 (+10.6%)
$595,000 + $594,000
$1,189,000
2016
$11,782 (+1.5%)
$595,000 + $594,000
$1,189,000
2015
$11,613 (+1.2%)
$541,000 + $540,000
$1,081,000
2014
$11,470 (+5.7%)
$520,000 + $520,000
$1,040,000
2013
$10,851 (+5.1%)
$520,000 + $520,000
$1,040,000
2012
$10,321 (−8.9%)
$495,000 + $495,000
$990,000
2011
$11,332 (−35.9%)
$471,000 + $471,000
$942,000
2009
$17,690 (+1.9%)
$986,037 + $674,657
$1,660,694
2008
$17,361
$969,000 + $663,000
$1,632,000
Tax history for 125 N Arboleda Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$27,459 (+18.5%)
$1,326,000 + $1,218,900
$2,544,900
2024
$23,170 (+9.0%)
$1,300,000 + $1,195,000
$2,495,000
2023
$21,262 (+1.7%)
$1,247,837 + $853,781
$2,101,618
2022
$20,905 (+26.0%)
$962,000 + $959,000
$1,921,000
2021
$16,586 (+14.3%)
$943,000 + $940,000
$1,883,000
2020
$14,512 (+1.0%)
$754,000 + $752,000
$1,506,000
2019
$14,367 (+4.9%)
$656,000 + $654,000
$1,310,000
2018
$13,699 (+5.2%)
$656,000 + $654,000
$1,310,000
2017
$13,026 (+10.6%)
$595,000 + $594,000
$1,189,000
2016
$11,782 (+1.5%)
$595,000 + $594,000
$1,189,000
2015
$11,613 (+1.2%)
$541,000 + $540,000
$1,081,000
2014
$11,470 (+5.7%)
$520,000 + $520,000
$1,040,000
2013
$10,851 (+5.1%)
$520,000 + $520,000
$1,040,000
2012
$10,321 (−8.9%)
$495,000 + $495,000
$990,000
2011
$11,332 (−35.9%)
$471,000 + $471,000
$942,000
2009
$17,690 (+1.9%)
$986,037 + $674,657
$1,660,694
2008
$17,361
$969,000 + $663,000
$1,632,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.46 Acres
Year renovated
1950
Sq. Ft.
1,681
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
061081008
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
20-R-1
D
Single Family Residential Zone
The R-1 zones are applied to areas appropriately located for one-family living at a reasonable range of population densities, consistent with sound standards of public health, safety, and welfare. This zone is intended to protect the residential characteristics of an area and to promote a suitable environment for family life.
Zone overlays
Design Control Overlay Zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Community / recreation center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Waste transfer station
Lodging-Full service
Park & open space
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Room Information
Ground Floor Primary
Ground Floor Bedroom 2
Den
Basement
Dining Information
Formal
Interior Features
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Other
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Laminate, Hardwood
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Raised
Exterior Features: Other, Fruit Trees
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Roof: Composition
Property Information
Architectural Style: Ranch
# Of Buildings: 2
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Other Structures: Other, Shed(s)
Property Condition: Good
Levels: Entry Lvl(No Stairs), Single Story, Two
Lot Information
View: Mountain(s), Setting
Lot Features: Level
Zoning: Other
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling Available: Yes
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Utilities Information
Water Source: La Cumb Wtr
Sewer: Sewer Hookup
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Vieja Valley
Middle Or Junior School: LaColina
High School: San Marcos
Location Information
Cross Street: Hollister Avenue
Directions: State Street westbound to Hollister, continue on Hollister to Arboleda, left. Property on the right side.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,681
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1950
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 061081008
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Vieja Valley Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.3mi
10/10
La Colina Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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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
7/10 Heat Factor
9 days above 82° expected this year, 25 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
6/10 Air Factor
10 unhealthy days expected this year, 10 days in 30 years
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Santa Barbara, CA • 93110
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.9 hours in
June and 5.7 hours in December, placing it above the
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Estimated sale price
$2.43M – $2.94M
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