Quintessential D'Alphonso Spanish home! Absolutely charming and romantic 1940's character has been retained and enhanced with modern amenities. 3 Bedroom and 2 baths, primarily single level living with 'guest quarters downstairs. Plans for 3rd bath are available! Gaze over the large and level fully fenced back yard to enjoy ocean and city views. Two entertaining decks, main deck for views and sun, deck below for relaxing in the shade, your choice! Lovely landscaping creates a cozy yet 'estate-like' ambiance. Lovely upgrades. Convenient access to downtown.
Single-familyProperty Type
1947Year Built
9,148 sq ftLot Size
$1,222Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by • Village Properties - 1
Bought with Marilyn Moore•DRE #01255085• Village Properties
This classic D’Alfonso Spanish home offers irresistible 1940’s charm combined with modern amenities from a recent extensive renovation. It is just high enough to feature romantic ocean & city views while still offering easy access to downtown amenities. Another unique feature is the spacious grounds complete with level lawns, gardens & fruit trees.
SBMLS #08-3426
Oct 30, 2009
Sold
$900,000
$415/sq ft
Sep 9, 2008
Listed
$925,000
$426/sq ft
SBMLS #96-2403
Nov 15, 1996
Sold
$425,000
$196/sq ft
Oct 22, 1996
Listing Removed
—
Aug 9, 1996
Listed
$439,000
$202/sq ft
SBMLS #95-1542
Dec 18, 1995
Sold
$399,900
$184/sq ft
May 9, 1995
Listed
$399,900
$184/sq ft
SBMLS #92-3543
Dec 3, 1992
Listing Removed
—
Aug 17, 1992
Listed
$469,000
$216/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 28, 1989
Sold
$439,000
$202/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 19, 1986
Sold
$275,000
$127/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,831 (+1.8%)
$853,369 + $961,463
$1,814,832
2024
$18,506 (+1.9%)
$836,637 + $942,611
$1,779,248
2023
$18,167 (+1.8%)
$820,233 + $924,129
$1,744,362
2022
$17,851 (+2.4%)
$804,150 + $906,009
$1,710,159
2021
$17,439 (+1.0%)
$788,383 + $888,245
$1,676,628
2020
$17,258 (+9.2%)
$772,925 + $870,829
$1,643,754
2019
$15,809 (+1.5%)
$765,000 + $861,900
$1,626,900
2018
$15,582 (+3.4%)
$646,434 + $840,363
$1,486,797
2017
$15,066 (+2.4%)
$621,333 + $807,732
$1,429,065
2016
$14,716 (+1.1%)
$621,333 + $807,732
$1,429,065
2015
$14,553 (+43.5%)
$609,150 + $791,895
$1,401,045
2014
$10,138 (+0.5%)
$684,443 + $263,246
$947,689
2013
$10,092 (+3.2%)
$684,443 + $263,246
$947,689
2012
$9,775 (+2.3%)
$681,350 + $262,057
$943,407
2011
$9,553 (+64.9%)
$667,991 + $256,919
$924,910
2009
$5,792 (+2.9%)
$650,000 + $250,000
$900,000
2008
$5,626
$340,983 + $200,032
$541,015
Tax history for 918 Garcia Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,831 (+1.8%)
$853,369 + $961,463
$1,814,832
2024
$18,506 (+1.9%)
$836,637 + $942,611
$1,779,248
2023
$18,167 (+1.8%)
$820,233 + $924,129
$1,744,362
2022
$17,851 (+2.4%)
$804,150 + $906,009
$1,710,159
2021
$17,439 (+1.0%)
$788,383 + $888,245
$1,676,628
2020
$17,258 (+9.2%)
$772,925 + $870,829
$1,643,754
2019
$15,809 (+1.5%)
$765,000 + $861,900
$1,626,900
2018
$15,582 (+3.4%)
$646,434 + $840,363
$1,486,797
2017
$15,066 (+2.4%)
$621,333 + $807,732
$1,429,065
2016
$14,716 (+1.1%)
$621,333 + $807,732
$1,429,065
2015
$14,553 (+43.5%)
$609,150 + $791,895
$1,401,045
2014
$10,138 (+0.5%)
$684,443 + $263,246
$947,689
2013
$10,092 (+3.2%)
$684,443 + $263,246
$947,689
2012
$9,775 (+2.3%)
$681,350 + $262,057
$943,407
2011
$9,553 (+64.9%)
$667,991 + $256,919
$924,910
2009
$5,792 (+2.9%)
$650,000 + $250,000
$900,000
2008
$5,626
$340,983 + $200,032
$541,015
*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
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,148 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1947
Sq. Ft.
2,170
Year built
1947
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
029252003
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
Sep 29, 2022 • Final
Residential addition
Construct a master bathroom addition with a small balcony on the upper level of an existing single-family home.
Addition
Mar 1, 2019 • Final
Historic permits
Perform minor interior alterations including plumbing and electrical work and the removal of interior walls. Permit an existing retaining wall and replace a front window to match the existing style.
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
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Gar #2
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: No
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Room Information
Office
Library/Study
Ground Floor Primary
Family Room 2
Exercise Room 2
Dining Information
Formal
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Fireplace Features: LR
Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Tankless Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Raised
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio Covered, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Fenced: BCK
Construction Materials: Stucco
Roof: Tile
Property Information
Architectural Style: Spanish
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Property Condition: Excellent
Levels: Two
Lot Information
View: Ocean, City
Lot Features: Near Public Transit
Zoning: E-2
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling Available: Yes
Cooling: Central Air
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Utilities Information
Sewer: Sewer Hookup
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
School Information
Elementary School: Franklin
Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.
High School: S.B. Sr.
Location Information
Cross Street: Milpas
Directions: Miplas to Garcia
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,170
Stories: —
Lot Size: 9,148 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1947
Year Renovated: 1947
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 029252003
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
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Schools
Franklin Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.9mi
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Santa Barbara Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
3/10
Santa Barbara Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.2mi
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 84° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
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Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9.9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$2.52M – $3.05M
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