Gorgeous single-level Mediterranean home on private half-acre lot w/beautiful mtn vws and private beach access nearby. Soaring cathedral ceilings, hardwood floors, large updated kitchen with center island, adjacent family room + sunroom. Master bath just completed with carrera marble,lg.shower and pedestal sinks. Great for entertaining, offering large open spaces, beautiful gardens, and an orchard of over 28 fruit trees and avocados. The property backs to County land, so no homes will be built. This lovely home is the ultimate in comfortable California living, offering privacy as well as a superb country lifestyle at the beach!
Single-familyProperty Type
1990Year Built
0.57 acresLot Size
$1,007Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Spann & Associates Spann•DRE #00907671• Village Properties - 1
Bought with Kathy Hughes•DRE #00521702• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
ELEGANT FAMILY HOME ON PRIVATE MORE MESA.LOCATED DOWN A FLOWER BORDERED DRIVEWAY ON A SECLUDED PLATEAU.THERE IS A PANORAMIC VIEW OF THE MTNS & VALLEY.THE TILED DECK OVERLOOKSA HORSE RANCH & A VISTA OF PALM & TREE NURSERIES.FORMAL DINING AREA.GATED PRIV BEACH.ASSOC FEES $150 YEARLY.GARAGE OFFICE TO BE REMOVED.INCREDIBLE GOURMET KITCHEN.SUNSETS.
Public Records
Jan 18, 1989
Sold
$230,000
$98/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,909 (+1.8%)
$965,976 + $724,479
$1,690,455
2024
$17,590 (+1.6%)
$947,036 + $710,274
$1,657,310
2023
$17,309 (+1.7%)
$928,467 + $696,348
$1,624,815
2022
$17,020 (+1.7%)
$910,262 + $682,695
$1,592,957
2021
$16,741 (+2.7%)
$892,414 + $669,309
$1,561,723
2020
$16,299 (+1.9%)
$874,916 + $656,186
$1,531,102
2019
$16,002 (+2.0%)
$865,945 + $649,458
$1,515,403
2018
$15,684 (+1.7%)
$848,966 + $636,724
$1,485,690
2017
$15,416 (+3.1%)
$816,000 + $612,000
$1,428,000
2016
$14,959 (+80.7%)
$816,000 + $612,000
$1,428,000
2015
$8,280 (+1.2%)
$800,000 + $600,000
$1,400,000
2014
$8,181 (+0.4%)
$349,130 + $387,395
$736,525
2013
$8,152 (+2.5%)
$349,130 + $387,395
$736,525
2012
$7,953 (+2.3%)
$347,553 + $385,645
$733,198
2011
$7,777 (+0.6%)
$340,739 + $378,084
$718,823
2009
$7,730 (+2.7%)
$331,562 + $367,901
$699,463
2008
$7,526
$325,834 + $361,545
$687,379
Tax history for 5266 James Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,909 (+1.8%)
$965,976 + $724,479
$1,690,455
2024
$17,590 (+1.6%)
$947,036 + $710,274
$1,657,310
2023
$17,309 (+1.7%)
$928,467 + $696,348
$1,624,815
2022
$17,020 (+1.7%)
$910,262 + $682,695
$1,592,957
2021
$16,741 (+2.7%)
$892,414 + $669,309
$1,561,723
2020
$16,299 (+1.9%)
$874,916 + $656,186
$1,531,102
2019
$16,002 (+2.0%)
$865,945 + $649,458
$1,515,403
2018
$15,684 (+1.7%)
$848,966 + $636,724
$1,485,690
2017
$15,416 (+3.1%)
$816,000 + $612,000
$1,428,000
2016
$14,959 (+80.7%)
$816,000 + $612,000
$1,428,000
2015
$8,280 (+1.2%)
$800,000 + $600,000
$1,400,000
2014
$8,181 (+0.4%)
$349,130 + $387,395
$736,525
2013
$8,152 (+2.5%)
$349,130 + $387,395
$736,525
2012
$7,953 (+2.3%)
$347,553 + $385,645
$733,198
2011
$7,777 (+0.6%)
$340,739 + $378,084
$718,823
2009
$7,730 (+2.7%)
$331,562 + $367,901
$699,463
2008
$7,526
$325,834 + $361,545
$687,379
*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
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.57 Acres
Year renovated
1991
Sq. Ft.
2,028
Year built
1990
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
065270007
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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.
Exterior Features: Patio Open, Gazebo, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation T/O, Fenced: ALL
Construction Materials: Stucco
Roof: Tile
Property Information
Architectural Style: Medit
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Property Condition: Excellent
Levels: Entry Lvl(No Stairs), Single Story
Lot Information
View: Mountain(s), Setting, Wooded
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Rural, Near Public Transit
Zoning: R-1
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling Available: Yes
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Utilities Information
Water Source: Goleta Wtr
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
HOA Information
Association: Yes
Association FeeInc ludes: Comm Area Maint
CondoCO-OPPUD Association Fee: $475
School Information
Elementary School: Hollister
Middle Or Junior School: LaColina
High School: San Marcos
Location Information
Cross Street: Orchid Drive
Directions: 101 to Patterson, toward ocean. Patterson becomes Orchid, take first right after nurseries at James Road. Call first. No sign. Phyllis Lenker covering June 1 thru 7.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,028
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.57 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1990
Year Renovated: 1991
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 065270007
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
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Schools
Hollister Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.0mi
8/10
La Colina Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.4mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
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5 days above 82° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
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Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$2.24M – $2.72M
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