NEW PRICE! Tucked into the hillside of Santa Barbara's coveted Las Canoas/El Cielito neighborhood, this custom-built Mediterranean residence has been cherished by the same owners for decades. Built in 1997 and thoughtfully oriented to capture sweeping views of the Santa Ynez Mountains, the ocean, and Channel Islands, the home reflects a deep appreciation for both craftsmanship and nature. A gated entrance leads to a private, oak-studded acre where mature trees and established, natural vegetation create a sense of serene arrival. Inside, high ceilings and generously scaled rooms offer a sense of elegance, volume and proportion that is increasingly rare. An array of windows and doors seamlessly connect to the... ...surrounding landscaping. Multiple living areas provide flexibility for entertaining, relaxing, or multigenerational living. The well-appointed kitchen features a center island, walk-in pantry, and views across the pool toward La Cumbre Peak. The generous primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with a sitting area and balcony. A separate guest suite with its own entrance and kitchenette adds versatility for extended stays or hosting with ease. Outdoors, the lifestyle fully unfolds - a sun-filled pool patio surrounded by panoramic mountain views creates a natural backdrop for long afternoons and effortless entertaining. Beyond the property, Las Canoas offers an exceptional connection to nature: cyclists depart from Gibraltar Road, and Parma Park trails are moments away. Lovingly maintained and thoughtfully designed, this is a home defined by space, privacy, and possibility - ready for its next chapter.
Single-familyProperty Type
1997Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$862Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Katinka Goertz•DRE #01871645• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Listed by Anderson Hurst & Associates•DRE #01903215 / 00826530• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Cielito, located between Mission Canyon and the Riviera, is a hillside and residential Santa Barbara neighborhood with winding lanes and canyon views. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Mission Canyon Road corridor near the Santa Barbara Mission, where trailheads, garden paths, and low-key cultural stops set the pace. Spanish Revival and mid-century homes sit on terraced lots, with mature oaks and stone retaining walls shaping the streetscape. The Santa Barbara Botanic Garden and Old Mission Santa Barbara act as local anchors for walks and weekend routines. Nearby, the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History adds a campus-like feel at the canyon edge. A short drive down the slope connects to State Street’s dining and galleries without changing the quiet, elevated atmosphere.
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Market insights
450 El Cielito Rd · $4,495,000
DAYS ON MARKET
123 days
The average home goes pending in 38 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.8%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$4,495,000
Median sale price in this area is $1,126,507. (75% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
1 price drop
18% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Gas fireplace in living room and family room
Water softener (owned)
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom
Ground-floor bedroom
Bathrooms
Four full bathrooms
One half bathroom
Kitchen
Built-in gas range
Built-in gas oven
Double oven
Dishwasher
Garbage disposal
Microwave
Refrigerator
Trash compactor
Laundry & utility
Laundry room with gas hookup
Washer and dryer included
Flooring
Hardwood
Tile
Marble
Carpet
Heating & cooling
Forced-air heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Outdoor spa
Lawn
Automatic yard irrigation throughout
Drought-tolerant landscaping
Panoramic views including mountains, islands, ocean and wooded areas
Home design
Custom-built home/estate
Property in good condition
Zoned A-1
Parking
Attached garage with inside entrance
Three garage spaces
Construction
Stucco exterior
Tile roof
Slab foundation
Utilities
Sewer hookup
Other
Pets allowed
Easement road frontage
Located near Las Canoas Rd
Electricity and solar
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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
Dec 5, 2023 • Final
Historic permits
Remove and replace an existing water heater with a new unit in the garage.
Plumbing
Mar 1, 2019 • Final
Historic permits
Construct a new pool, spa, and deck.
Pool and hot tub
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.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
9 days above 84° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
12 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
88/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 450 El Cielito Rd
$4,229,359
$266K under list price of $4.50M
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $3.0M to $5.4M.