Enjoy serene sunrises & sunsets from this stunning contemporary home. With dramatic ocean, island, & city views from nearly every room of this 1,415 sq. ft. home, plenty of parking, and even a private & usable yard, this home offers all of the benefits of the Riviera without the usual drawbacks. Whether you enjoy al fresco dining w/ ocean views or sunsets next to the fire, come enjoy a lifestyle of tranquility & relaxation. The home’s interior flows seamlessly to multiple outdoor patios & backyard complete with drought tolerant landscaping, Jacuzzi & outdoor speaker system. Prime location w/ easy access to all of SB’s favorite amenities including the Beach (2.1 miles), Downtown SB (1.7 Miles) and the popular Funk Zone (2 miles). Arguably the BEST views in Santa Barbara at this price! You'll never want to leave the dramatic views of 5 Rubio Road. Whether you enjoy al fresco dining with ocean and island views or unsurpassed sunsets next to the fire, tranquility and relaxation are all part of this two-bedroom, two-bathroom home on the lower Riviera. The 1,415 square feet home flows well to exterior patio spaces and will accommodate your needs of rejuvenation or entertaining. It is hard not to pause when you first enter the living room as the wide, open windows bring you an uninhibited view of the ocean and Channel Islands. The fireplace beckons you to sit and soak in each sunrise and sunset from the comfort of your sofa. Yet with multiple, secluded patios, it's hard to resist the call of the outdoor Santa Barbara Vacation lifestyle. From the master suite, you step out the French doors to a private patio. Enjoy a cup of coffee or glass of wine as the city bustles below and the ocean glistens in front of you. The large en suite bathroom has a large walk-in shower and beautifully, blue tiled counters and shower. The bedroom offers plenty of storage with two closets including a large walk-in. The backyard is secluded by large trees and affords you usable space and privacy not typical for the Riviera. The backyard features drought tolerant landscaping, synthetic grass, outdoor speaker system, spa and deck all accessed through the second bedroom or office. With its prime location on Santa Barbara's coveted lower Riviera, enjoy access to all of Santa Barbara's most popular amenities without the hustle and bustle of downtown. Nearby amenities include: the beach (2.1 miles away), downtown shopping & dining (State Street, 1.7 miles), Milpas Shopping & Dining (1 mile to Los Agaves) and wine tasting in the Funk Zone (2 miles). Don't miss out on your opportunity to enjoy some of Santa Barbara's most dramatic Ocean and city views rarely seen at this price point!
Single-familyProperty Type
1975Year Built
5,663 sq ftLot Size
$1,474Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Zia Group Group•DRE #01710544• Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara
Bought with Bowen Lee•DRE #01968703• Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara
Bought with Zia Group Group•DRE #01710544• Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara
Source:SBMLS #17-1439
Redfin Estimate
$1,990,704
$916K since sold in December 2020$40K since August
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 18% higher than the average sale price ($1.69M) of 5 comparable homes.
Enjoy serene sunrises & sunsets from this stunning contemporary home. With dramatic ocean, island, & city views from nearly every room of this 1,415 sq. ft. home, plenty of parking, and even a private & usable yard, this home offers all of the benefits of the Riviera without the usual drawbacks. Whether you enjoy al fresco dining w/ ocean views or sunsets next to the fire, come enjoy a lifestyle of tranquility & relaxation. The home’s interior flows seamlessly to multiple outdoor patios & backyard complete with drought tolerant landscaping, Jacuzzi & outdoor speaker system. Prime location w/ easy access to all of SB’s favorite amenities including the Beach (2.1 miles), Downtown SB (1.7 Miles) and the popular Funk Zone (2 miles). Arguably the BEST views in Santa Barbara at this price! You'll never want to leave the dramatic views of 5 Rubio Road. Whether you enjoy al fresco dining with ocean and island views or unsurpassed sunsets next to the fire, tranquility and relaxation are all part of this two-bedroom, two-bathroom home on the lower Riviera. The 1,415 square feet home flows well to exterior patio spaces and will accommodate your needs of rejuvenation or entertaining. It is hard not to pause when you first enter the living room as the wide, open windows bring you an uninhibited view of the ocean and Channel Islands. The fireplace beckons you to sit and soak in each sunrise and sunset from the comfort of your sofa. Yet with multiple, secluded patios, it's hard to resist the call of the outdoor Santa Barbara Vacation lifestyle. From the master suite, you step out the French doors to a private patio. Enjoy a cup of coffee or glass of wine as the city bustles below and the ocean glistens in front of you. The large en suite bathroom has a large walk-in shower and beautifully, blue tiled counters and shower. The bedroom offers plenty of storage with two closets including a large walk-in. The backyard is secluded by large trees and affords you usable space and privacy not typical for the Riviera. The backyard features drought tolerant landscaping, synthetic grass, outdoor speaker system, spa and deck all accessed through the second bedroom or office. With its prime location on Santa Barbara's coveted lower Riviera, enjoy access to all of Santa Barbara's most popular amenities without the hustle and bustle of downtown. Nearby amenities include: the beach (2.1 miles away), downtown shopping & dining (State Street, 1.7 miles), Milpas Shopping & Dining (1 mile to Los Agaves) and wine tasting in the Funk Zone (2 miles). Don't miss out on your opportunity to enjoy some of Santa Barbara's most dramatic Ocean and city views rarely seen at this price point!
Public Records
Jun 13, 1988
Sold
$365,000
$270/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,197 (+1.8%)
$883,263 + $386,427
$1,269,690
2024
$12,968 (+1.9%)
$865,945 + $378,850
$1,244,795
2023
$12,730 (+1.8%)
$848,966 + $371,422
$1,220,388
2022
$12,507 (−4.0%)
$832,320 + $364,140
$1,196,460
2021
$13,025 (−8.7%)
$816,000 + $357,000
$1,173,000
2020
$14,268 (+2.3%)
$800,000 + $425,000
$1,225,000
2019
$13,944 (+1.5%)
$848,966 + $488,155
$1,337,121
2018
$13,744 (+2.9%)
$832,320 + $478,584
$1,310,904
2017
$13,362 (+110.5%)
$800,000 + $460,000
$1,260,000
2016
$6,348 (+1.1%)
$800,000 + $460,000
$1,260,000
2015
$6,278 (+1.6%)
$266,786 + $323,376
$590,162
2014
$6,177 (+0.4%)
$257,632 + $312,280
$569,912
2013
$6,150 (+3.5%)
$257,632 + $312,280
$569,912
2012
$5,942 (+2.3%)
$256,468 + $310,869
$567,337
2011
$5,807 (+0.7%)
$251,440 + $304,774
$556,214
2009
$5,768 (+2.9%)
$244,668 + $296,566
$541,234
2008
$5,604
$240,442 + $291,443
$531,885
Tax history for 5 Rubio Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,197 (+1.8%)
$883,263 + $386,427
$1,269,690
2024
$12,968 (+1.9%)
$865,945 + $378,850
$1,244,795
2023
$12,730 (+1.8%)
$848,966 + $371,422
$1,220,388
2022
$12,507 (−4.0%)
$832,320 + $364,140
$1,196,460
2021
$13,025 (−8.7%)
$816,000 + $357,000
$1,173,000
2020
$14,268 (+2.3%)
$800,000 + $425,000
$1,225,000
2019
$13,944 (+1.5%)
$848,966 + $488,155
$1,337,121
2018
$13,744 (+2.9%)
$832,320 + $478,584
$1,310,904
2017
$13,362 (+110.5%)
$800,000 + $460,000
$1,260,000
2016
$6,348 (+1.1%)
$800,000 + $460,000
$1,260,000
2015
$6,278 (+1.6%)
$266,786 + $323,376
$590,162
2014
$6,177 (+0.4%)
$257,632 + $312,280
$569,912
2013
$6,150 (+3.5%)
$257,632 + $312,280
$569,912
2012
$5,942 (+2.3%)
$256,468 + $310,869
$567,337
2011
$5,807 (+0.7%)
$251,440 + $304,774
$556,214
2009
$5,768 (+2.9%)
$244,668 + $296,566
$541,234
2008
$5,604
$240,442 + $291,443
$531,885
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning and permits
Zoning
Permits
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
Oct 5, 2022 • Final
Residential miscellaneous
Repair a cantilevered fireplace and replace a garage header. No other interior or exterior alterations are included.
Remodel
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 Full Baths: 2
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Type: Central
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 4
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Good
Building Style Type: Contemporary
Construction Type: Frame
Building Construction Quality: Average
Exterior Wall: Wood Siding
Building Type: Detached
View Information
View: Ocean
Property Information
Subdivision Name: GARCIA HEIGHTS 03
Living Sq. Ft: 1,351
Building Sq. Ft: 1,351
# of Stories: 1
Legal Description: GARCIA HTS 3 LOT 9
Parking & Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Type: Built-In Garage
Garage / Carport Type: Built In
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 5,663
Legal Lot Number: 9
Municipality Name: CITY OF SANTA BARBARA CITY
Acres: 0.13
Depth Footage: 100
Front Footage: 59
Zoning Code: E-1
County Use Description: SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE
Utility Information
Sewer Type: Public
Water Service Type: Public
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Tax Area: CITY OF SANTA BARBARA CITY
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,351
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,663 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1975
Year Renovated: 1975
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 029341021
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Franklin Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.0mi
8/10
Santa Barbara Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
3/10
Santa Barbara Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
6/10
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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
6/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 84° expected this year, 21 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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Santa Barbara, CA • 93103
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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
$1.80M – $2.18M
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