Showcasing an editorial-worthy renovation, this 4BD/4BA modern retreat offers open-concept living with uncompromising attention to detail, set in a central location with picturesque views. The 2,129 sq ft interior is thoughtfully designed for flexibility and flow, featuring a dedicated office and a generous Jr. ADU or fourth bedroom complete with an ensuite bath, kitchenette, and wall-to-wall Nano doors opening to the backyard. Wide-plank floors, a striking stone fireplace, and floor-to-ceiling bathroom tile elevate the home's refined aesthetic, while the expansive great room with vaulted ceilings is anchored by a large picture window framing panoramic mountain views and the iconic spire of St. Anthony's Seminary. The open kitchen - finished in a creamy palette with quartz counters and a breakfast bar - creates a chic, cohesive complement to the home's inviting entertaining spaces. The grounds of the 0.21-acre lot are equally well designed, with sun-washed lavender shrubs and olive trees framing an inviting front approach. In the rear, a spacious turf lawn extends the living area, while apple, peach, fig, and apricot trees offer homegrown refreshments. A unique highlight, the oversized detached three-car garage spans over 1,000 square feet, ideal for storage, hobbies, or a prized car collection. Walkable to Handlebar coffee, Los Agaves, Trader Joes, Validation Ale, and Golf Lounge, this turnkey home combines elevated living and thoughtful design in one of Santa Barbara's most beloved locations.
Single-familyProperty Type
1951Year Built
9,147 sq ftLot Size
$1,386Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Ali Evans•DRE #01846603• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Bought with Lori Akers•DRE #01081260• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Est. $6,779 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 2720 El Prado Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
SBMLS #26-290
Apr 3, 2026
Sold
$2,950,000
$1,386/sq ft
Feb 9, 2026
Contingent
—
Jan 28, 2026
Listed
$2,950,000
$1,386/sq ft
SBMLS #24-2615
Dec 3, 2024
Sold
$2,685,000
$1,261/sq ft
Oct 14, 2024
Pending
—
Sep 23, 2024
Price Changed
$2,699,000
$1,268/sq ft
Aug 7, 2024
Listed
$2,799,000
$1,315/sq ft
+21
Welcome to 2720 El Prado, nestled in the sought-after neighborhood of Samarkand. This remodeled 2,129-SF residence boasts 3 bedrooms, a niche office, 4 bathrooms, and a Junior ADU that can be used as a 4th bedroom, entertainment room, or secondary living unit for visiting friends. A unique offering of this home is something you rarely find in Santa Barbara, a 1,020-SF detached garage/workshop, providing ample space for car storage or creative endeavors. The home sits on an expansive lot with stunning views of St. Anthonys Seminary from the living room and kitchen. As you walk through the door, you'll encounter a seamless fusion of modern elegance and enduring design, culminating in a stylish and inviting living space for all to enjoy. Here is your chance to acquire a renovated home in a superb location just a short walk away from Handlebar Coffee, Los Agaves, and Trader Joe's.
SBMLS #24-1633
Jul 25, 2024
Listing Removed
—
May 20, 2024
Listed
$2,995,000
$1,407/sq ft
SBMLS #23-3454
Nov 16, 2023
Sold
$1,650,000
$775/sq ft
Nov 16, 2023
Listed
$1,650,000
$775/sq ft
SBMLS #21-2091
Jul 6, 2021
Sold
$1,500,000
$705/sq ft
Jun 21, 2021
Pending
—
Jun 9, 2021
Listed
$1,549,000
$728/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$28,275 (+60.5%)
$1,122,000 + $1,616,700
$2,738,700
2024
$17,620 (+8.5%)
$1,100,000 + $1,585,000
$2,685,000
2023
$16,238 (+1.7%)
$800,000 + $863,000
$1,663,000
2022
$15,959 (+1,115.8%)
$816,000 + $714,000
$1,530,000
2021
$1,313 (+1.1%)
$800,000 + $700,000
$1,500,000
2020
$1,298 (+1.9%)
$37,371 + $89,991
$127,362
2019
$1,274 (+1.6%)
$36,988 + $89,069
$126,057
2018
$1,254 (+3.5%)
$36,263 + $87,323
$123,586
2017
$1,211 (−4.4%)
$34,855 + $83,933
$118,788
2016
$1,267 (+1.2%)
$34,855 + $83,933
$118,788
2015
$1,252 (+1.6%)
$34,172 + $82,288
$116,460
2014
$1,232 (+0.4%)
$33,000 + $79,465
$112,465
2013
$1,227 (+6.4%)
$33,000 + $79,465
$112,465
2012
$1,154 (+2.4%)
$32,851 + $79,106
$111,957
2011
$1,127 (+0.7%)
$32,207 + $77,555
$109,762
2009
$1,119 (+7.2%)
$31,341 + $75,467
$106,808
2008
$1,044
$30,800 + $74,164
$104,964
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,148 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1951
Sq. Ft.
1,564
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
051282022
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
RS-7.5
USS
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.
Zone overlays
Upper State Street Area Overlay Zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Livestock production
Garden center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
May 13, 2026 • Active
Like-for-like reroofing
Remove and replace composition roofing with the same material.
Roofing
May 9, 2024 • Final
Residential
Revise the existing building permit to include work on the master bathroom, laundry room, and master bedroom closet walls and doors. Install new plumbing and electrical for the bathroom, move a post, remove a wall, and replace a sub-standard beam. Update the junior accessory dwelling unit bathroom and address the sauna installation.
ADU
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
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
Room Information
Office
Dining Information
Dining Area
Interior Features
Laundry Features: In Unit
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Appliances: Gas Range, Dryer, Washer
Fireplace: Yes
ADU 1 Information
# of Bedrooms: 1
# of Bathrooms: 1
Year Built: 2024
ADU Type: Junior ADU
Attached: Yes
Kitchen Features - Range: Yes
Kitchen Features - Sink: Yes
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Slab
Exterior Features: Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation PRT, Drought Tolerant LND
Construction Materials: Stucco
Roof: Composition
Property Information
# Of Buildings: 2
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Property Condition: Excellent
Levels: Two
Lot Information
View: Mountain(s)
Lot Features: Near Public Transit
Zoning: Other
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling Available: Yes
Cooling: Central Air, Other
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Utilities Information
Utilities: Underground Utilities
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Adams
Middle Or Junior School: LaCumbre
High School: San Marcos
Location Information
Cross Street: Stanley
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,564
Stories: —
Lot Size: 9,148 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: 1951
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 051282022
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Adams Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.4mi
7/10
La Cumbre Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
6/10
San Marcos Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.4mi
8/10
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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
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 84° expected this year, 23 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 • 93105
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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
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.9 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$3.16M – $3.82M
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