From the moment you enter the lushly landscaped yard you will fall in love with the old world character of this property, and knocked out by the ocean, city views. Beautifully remodeled with the highest level of finishes, this soulful Spanish charmer is a favorite of the neighborhood and has been lovingly restored with great attention to detail, retaining the vintage elements of the 1920's while incorporating today's modern amenities. Special features are the stenciled wood beam ceilings, classic wrought iron elements (chandeliers, sconces, curtain rod, railings, gates), archways, niches, colorful tile-lined stairways, french doors and picturesque balconies. The dramatic living room boasts a fireplace and an abundance of doors and windows overlooking the lush gardens with vistas out to the city, harbor, islands and ocean beyond. French doors beckon one to the adjacent terrace - a perfect place for entertaining. The enchanting kitchen is a chef's dream with a spacious terrace for larger gatherings, and to watch the incredible sunsets. The sun-lit master offers breathtaking ocean, city, island and harbor views by day and twinkling city & harbor lights at night. The luxurious master bath is graced with Carrara marble flooring, counters and spacious shower, and also offers captivating ocean and city views. There are 2 additional bedrooms with vintage character, 3 more baths, a lower level family room with built-in entertainment center and a sunroom/office that opens to the Saltillo tiled patio and spa. An enchanting courtyard, stonewall and fruit trees complete this beautifully landscaped, low maintenance property. Located on Santa Barbara's coveted Upper Riviera near the gorgeous El Encanto Resort & Riviera Theatre and just 5 minutes to downtown Santa Barbara. A true jewel, perfect for those wanting a lock and leave lifestyle
Single-familyProperty Type
1932Year Built
7,405 sq ftLot Size
$1,805Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Sally Hanseth•DRE #00902225• Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Wendy Gragg•DRE #01304471• Distinctive Real Estate
Prepare to fall in love with this ocean and city view Riviera gem! Set above the red tile roofs, the home features 1920’s vintage charm while incorporating today’s modern amenities. The light and bright home includes 3 bedrooms, 4 baths, sun drenched living room, renovated kitchen, lower level family room/den, sun room, laundry room and 2-car garage. Classic architectural details include stenciled wood beam ceilings, wrought iron elements, arched doorways, colorful tile-lined stairways, French doors and picturesque balconies. Beyond the patios, there is a private, fairytale garden, fountains, and drought tolerant landscaping. Coveted Upper Riviera location, this hillside haven is an entertainer’s dream! arched doorways, colorful Spanish tile-lined stairways, large windows and romantic balconies. Beyond the patios, an extensive yard gives way to a private, fairytale garden offering fountains, pathways, and drought tolerant landscaping. Situated on Santa Barbara's coveted Upper Riviera, walking distance to the El Encanto Resort and historic Riviera Theatre, this hillside haven sits privately, above it all.
SBMLS #01-1061
Sep 28, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Apr 12, 2001
Listed
$1,349,000
$528/sq ft
SBMLS #15-3184
Jan 4, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Nov 7, 2015
Price Changed
$2,650,000
$1,036/sq ft
Sep 22, 2015
Listed
$2,800,000
$1,095/sq ft
SBMLS #15-365
Mar 24, 2015
Sold
$2,599,000
$1,016/sq ft
Feb 9, 2015
Contingent
—
Feb 3, 2015
Listed
$2,599,000
$1,016/sq ft
SBMLS #14-1723
Aug 25, 2014
Listing Removed
—
May 29, 2014
Listed
$2,749,000
$1,075/sq ft
SBMLS #09-1665
Apr 30, 2010
Sold
$1,825,000
$714/sq ft
May 6, 2009
Listed
$1,995,000
$780/sq ft
Public Records
May 18, 2005
Sold
$2,599,000
$1,016/sq ft
SBMLS #05-955
Apr 10, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Mar 25, 2005
Listed
$2,599,000
$1,016/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 26, 2004
Sold
$1,965,000
$768/sq ft
SBMLS #04-418
Feb 14, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Feb 11, 2004
Listed
$1,895,000
$741/sq ft
SBMLS #01-1060
Sep 28, 2001
Sold
$1,200,000
$469/sq ft
Aug 28, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Apr 12, 2001
Listed
$1,349,000
$528/sq ft
SBMLS #00-2706
Mar 26, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Oct 1, 2000
Listed
$1,495,000
$585/sq ft
SBMLS #00-2726
Mar 23, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Oct 1, 2000
Listed
$1,495,000
$585/sq ft
Public Records
May 1, 1990
Sold
$685,000
$268/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 29, 1986
Sold
$320,000
$125/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$30,673 (−0.4%)
$1,272,605 + $1,688,172
$2,960,777
2024
$30,796 (+1.9%)
$1,247,652 + $1,655,071
$2,902,723
2023
$30,236 (+1.8%)
$1,422,285 + $1,478,061
$2,900,346
2022
$29,715 (+2.3%)
$1,394,398 + $1,449,080
$2,843,478
2021
$29,034 (+1.0%)
$1,367,057 + $1,420,667
$2,787,724
2020
$28,735 (+1.8%)
$1,340,252 + $1,392,811
$2,733,063
2019
$28,234 (+1.4%)
$1,326,510 + $1,378,530
$2,705,040
2018
$27,834 (−1.5%)
$1,300,500 + $1,351,500
$2,652,000
2017
$28,248 (+2.7%)
$1,346,221 + $1,329,652
$2,675,873
2016
$27,512 (+39.9%)
$1,346,221 + $1,329,652
$2,675,873
2015
$19,667 (+8.0%)
$1,319,825 + $1,303,581
$2,623,406
2014
$18,203 (+9.9%)
$1,035,000 + $682,000
$1,717,000
2013
$16,567 (+1.1%)
$1,035,000 + $682,000
$1,717,000
2012
$16,389 (−9.6%)
$941,000 + $620,000
$1,561,000
2011
$18,124 (−33.0%)
$941,000 + $620,000
$1,561,000
2009
$27,051 (−5.6%)
$1,692,000 + $751,060
$2,443,060
2008
$28,641
$1,910,174 + $847,904
$2,758,078
Tax history for 1933 Mission Ridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$30,673 (−0.4%)
$1,272,605 + $1,688,172
$2,960,777
2024
$30,796 (+1.9%)
$1,247,652 + $1,655,071
$2,902,723
2023
$30,236 (+1.8%)
$1,422,285 + $1,478,061
$2,900,346
2022
$29,715 (+2.3%)
$1,394,398 + $1,449,080
$2,843,478
2021
$29,034 (+1.0%)
$1,367,057 + $1,420,667
$2,787,724
2020
$28,735 (+1.8%)
$1,340,252 + $1,392,811
$2,733,063
2019
$28,234 (+1.4%)
$1,326,510 + $1,378,530
$2,705,040
2018
$27,834 (−1.5%)
$1,300,500 + $1,351,500
$2,652,000
2017
$28,248 (+2.7%)
$1,346,221 + $1,329,652
$2,675,873
2016
$27,512 (+39.9%)
$1,346,221 + $1,329,652
$2,675,873
2015
$19,667 (+8.0%)
$1,319,825 + $1,303,581
$2,623,406
2014
$18,203 (+9.9%)
$1,035,000 + $682,000
$1,717,000
2013
$16,567 (+1.1%)
$1,035,000 + $682,000
$1,717,000
2012
$16,389 (−9.6%)
$941,000 + $620,000
$1,561,000
2011
$18,124 (−33.0%)
$941,000 + $620,000
$1,561,000
2009
$27,051 (−5.6%)
$1,692,000 + $751,060
$2,443,060
2008
$28,641
$1,910,174 + $847,904
$2,758,078
*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
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,405 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1950
Sq. Ft.
2,286
Year built
1932
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
019170004
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
RS-15
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
Jul 15, 2019 • Final
Residential alteration
Perform an exterior remodel including the demolition of a kitchen fireplace on the first floor. Remodel the exterior wall at the second-floor rear balcony and extend the balcony. Perform a kitchen remodel.
Remodel
Mar 1, 2019 • Final
Historic permits
Remove existing roof tile to install new underlayment and reinstall the same tile.
Roofing
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Gar #2
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: No
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
Family Room 2
Dining Information
In Kitchen
Dining Area
Breakfast Area
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Gas Hookup
Fireplace Features: LR
Appliances: Refrigerator, Built-In Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave