Nestled down a long driveway, this San Roque masterpiece is a secluded oasis in the heart of Santa Barbara. Featuring superior craftsmanship with an emphasis on GREEN technology and materials, the like-new residence seamlessly blends a casually elegant California lifestyle with modern-day efficiency. A private, gated courtyard leads to the decorative entrance of the home, which reveals a functional yet open floorplan boasting a dramatic beamed ceiling, gorgeous natural stone flooring, ''Santa Barbara-style'' French doors, and wood framed dual-pane windows. The living/dining area flows to a beautifully appointed kitchen featuring polished wood cabinetry, sophisticated countertops made from recycled materials, a granite farmhouse sink, cork flooring, Energy Star stainless-steel appliances and dual ovens. An office/den with custom cabinetry and French-door access to the rear yard is located next to a spacious en-suite bedroom, while a second primary suite boasting a romantic corner fireplace and balcony is located on the upper level. The residence is completed by two additional bedrooms sharing a beautifully tiled bathroom, a laundry room/pantry, and an attached, two-car garage. Exceptionally private yet located mere blocks away from Upper State conveniences, this eco-chic sanctuary will surprise and delight the most discerning buyers.
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$929Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Knight Real Estate Group•DRE #01463617• Village Properties - 1
Bought with Karina Matic•DRE #01726170• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Efficient Luxury! Reduce your global footprint at this virtually new 4 bedroom, 3 bath Mediterranean style home highlighting Environmentally Green technology that blends the comfortable California casual lifestyle with modern day efficiency. Spacious and bright living room with beamed ceiling, fireplace, and an abundance of windows and French doors looking out onto the front courtyard and back yard all working to create a wealth of natural indoor light and a welcoming living environment. Beautifully appointed kitchen with eco counter tops, stainless steel appliances, and a granite farmhouse style sink. Two light and bright master bedrooms, one upstairs and one down, along with two more bedrooms downstairs. The upstairs master suite features Saltillo tile floors with radiant heat, fireplace, sitting room and his and her separate closets. Adjacent to the kitchen is a separate laundry room/Butler's Pantry with hidden washer, dryer, and utility sink. Additional amenities include solar hot water, solar electric, attached two-car garage, an office and spacious dining room.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$26,648 (+4.8%)
$1,092,836 + $1,523,834
$2,616,670
2024
$25,430 (+4.3%)
$1,071,408 + $1,417,485
$2,488,893
2023
$24,383 (+1.7%)
$1,040,400 + $1,334,692
$2,375,092
2022
$23,967 (+34.2%)
$1,020,000 + $1,254,600
$2,274,600
2021
$17,855 (+1.1%)
$1,000,000 + $1,230,000
$2,230,000
2020
$17,665 (+3.1%)
$696,931 + $991,786
$1,688,717
2019
$17,140 (+2.0%)
$689,785 + $981,617
$1,671,402
2018
$16,804 (+272.5%)
$676,260 + $962,370
$1,638,630
2017
$4,511 (+5.1%)
$242,655 + $192,002
$434,657
2016
$4,291 (+10.5%)
$242,655 + $192,002
$434,657
2015
$3,882 (+4.2%)
$237,898 + $174,747
$412,645
2014
$3,727 (+1.3%)
$229,735 + $125,777
$355,512
2013
$3,680 (+2.8%)
$229,735 + $125,777
$355,512
2012
$3,578 (+4.8%)
$228,697 + $125,489
$354,186
2011
$3,415 (+19.4%)
$224,213 + $124,245
$348,458
2009
$2,860 (+0.3%)
$218,176 + $100,568
$318,744
2008
$2,851
$214,407 + $59,522
$273,929
Tax history for 494 N La Cumbre Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$26,648 (+4.8%)
$1,092,836 + $1,523,834
$2,616,670
2024
$25,430 (+4.3%)
$1,071,408 + $1,417,485
$2,488,893
2023
$24,383 (+1.7%)
$1,040,400 + $1,334,692
$2,375,092
2022
$23,967 (+34.2%)
$1,020,000 + $1,254,600
$2,274,600
2021
$17,855 (+1.1%)
$1,000,000 + $1,230,000
$2,230,000
2020
$17,665 (+3.1%)
$696,931 + $991,786
$1,688,717
2019
$17,140 (+2.0%)
$689,785 + $981,617
$1,671,402
2018
$16,804 (+272.5%)
$676,260 + $962,370
$1,638,630
2017
$4,511 (+5.1%)
$242,655 + $192,002
$434,657
2016
$4,291 (+10.5%)
$242,655 + $192,002
$434,657
2015
$3,882 (+4.2%)
$237,898 + $174,747
$412,645
2014
$3,727 (+1.3%)
$229,735 + $125,777
$355,512
2013
$3,680 (+2.8%)
$229,735 + $125,777
$355,512
2012
$3,578 (+4.8%)
$228,697 + $125,489
$354,186
2011
$3,415 (+19.4%)
$224,213 + $124,245
$348,458
2009
$2,860 (+0.3%)
$218,176 + $100,568
$318,744
2008
$2,851
$214,407 + $59,522
$273,929
*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
4
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,712 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1954
Sq. Ft.
2,997
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
057170058
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
RS-7.5
USS
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
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
Dec 23, 2025 • Final
Residential
Construct a bedroom addition to a single-family home.
Addition
Feb 24, 2025 • Final
Residential
Construct a new swimming pool and spa. Install a gas line, electrical conduit, and a deck.
Grading
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: Inside Entrance, Attached
Attached Garage: Yes
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Room Information
Office
Ground Floor Primary
Ground Floor Bedroom 2
Dining Information
Dining Area
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Appliances: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Stove, Solar Hot Wtr, Washer
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Carpet, Stone, Tile
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed
Foundation Details: Slab
Exterior Features: Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation PRT, Drought Tolerant LND
Construction Materials: Stucco
Roof: Other, Tile
Property Information
Architectural Style: Spanish
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Property Condition: Excellent
Levels: Two
Lot Information
View: Mountain(s), City
Lot Features: Level, Near Public Transit
Zoning: E-3
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling Available: Yes
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air, Radiant
Utilities Information
Sewer: Sewer Hookup
Utilities: Underground Utilities
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Monte Vista
Middle Or Junior School: LaColina
High School: S.B. Sr.
Location Information
Cross Street: Sunset Road
Directions: State Street north to N. La Cumbre Road. Property is located down a long driveway, second home on the left after Sunset Rd.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,997
Stories: —
Lot Size: 8,712 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: 1954
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 057170058
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Monte Vista Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.4mi
10/10
La Colina Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
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
4/10 Fire Factor
0.93% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
11 days above 83° expected this year, 28 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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In this area, properties receive around 9.9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$2.58M – $3.13M
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