1493 Sycamore Canyon Rd

5,909 Sq. Ft.
$1,396 / Sq. Ft.
5,909
Sq. Ft.
$1,396
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Through private gates, across a custom bridge, and up a secluded drive, this estate reveals a rare Santa Barbara Spanish sanctuary set on approximately 1.45 lush acres in one of the area's most private canyon settings. Custom built and thoughtfully enhanced, this exceptional estate offers nearly 6,000 square feet of refined living space across a main residence, pool house, studio, and poolside cantina, designed for both everyday comfort and elevated entertaining. A dramatic tower-style entry introduces...Through private gates, across a custom bridge, and up a secluded drive, this estate reveals a rare Santa Barbara Spanish sanctuary set on approximately 1.45 lush acres in one of the area's most private canyon settings. Custom built and thoughtfully enhanced, this exceptional estate offers nearly 6,000 square feet of refined living space across a main residence, pool house, studio, and poolside cantina, designed for both everyday comfort and elevated entertaining. A dramatic tower-style entry introduces the home, immediately setting the tone with soaring volume, hand-crafted details, and timeless Spanish-inspired architecture throughout. Arched doorways, stone accents, and carefully curated materials evoke the warmth and romance of classic mission estates while offering modern livability.
  1. Listed by Spencer Cole • DRE #02115510 • Village Properties
    P: (805)-689-6673 C: (805)-689-6673 spencercole@listingsb.com

Property Details for 1493 Sycamore Canyon Road

Property Information:Within City Limits
No
Zoning
R-1
Zoning:R-1
Yes
Location Info:Cross Street
Alameda Padre Serra
Architectural Style
Medit, Spanish
Style:Medit
Yes
Style:Spanish
Yes
Construction:Entry Lvl(No Stairs)
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 02/01/2026 12:41 PM

Property Details for 1493 Sycamore Canyon Road

StatusActive
MLS #26-318
Days on Market3
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Home/Estate / Single Family
Year Built2006
Lot Size1.45 AC / 63,162 SF
CountySanta Barbara County

Location

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Building Information for 1493 Sycamore Canyon Road

Stories-Year Built2006Building Size-Lot Size1.45 AC / 63,162 SF

Payment Calculator

$44,191 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$40,209

Property Taxes

$3,982

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1493 Sycamore Canyon Road

Details
Features
  • District: 10 - MONTECITO
  • District: 10 - MONTECITO
  • Amenities:Dual Pane Window: Yes
  • Amenities:Guest House: Yes
  • Amenities:Pantry: Yes
  • Amenities:Remodeled Bath: Yes
  • Amenities:Remodeled Kitchen: Yes
  • Amenities:Sound System: Yes
  • Amenities:Wet Bar: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Built-In Gas Oven: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Gas Range: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Gas Stove: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Microwave: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Diningroom Features: Formal
  • Dining:Formal: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Pool, Pool House, Hot Tub, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation PRT, Pool House2, Hot Tub2, BBQ, Lawn2, Fruit Trees2
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, FR, Other
  • Fireplace(s):2+: Yes
  • Fireplace(s):Family Room: Yes
  • Fireplace(s):LR: Yes
  • Fireplace(s):Other: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings:Hardwood: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings:Tile: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings:Marble: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings:Other: Yes
  • Laundry Features: 220V Elect, Gas Hookup, In Kitchen, Laundry Room
  • Laundry:Laundry Room: Yes
  • Laundry:220V Elect: Yes
  • Laundry:Gas Hookup: Yes
  • Laundry:In Kitchen: Yes
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pets:Yes: Yes
  • Roof: Tile
  • Roof:Tile: Yes
  • Rooms: Art Studio, Den, Exercise Room, Family Room, Game Room, Ground Floor Bedroom, Ground Floor Master
  • Rooms:Art Studio: Yes
  • Rooms:Den: Yes
  • Rooms:Exercise Room: Yes
  • Rooms:Family Room: Yes
  • Rooms:Game Room: Yes
  • Rooms:Ground Floor Bedroom: Yes
  • Rooms:Ground Floor Primary: Yes
  • Security:Gate:Elec: Yes
  • View:Mountain(s): Yes
  • View:Setting: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Pool: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Yard Irrigation PRT: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Pool House: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Hot Tub: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Built-in BBQ: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Lawn: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Fruit Trees: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Marble, Tile
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Security Features: Gate:Elec, Security Camera
  • Kitchen Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Built-In Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Stove, Microwave, Washer
  • View: Mountain, Setting
  • Other Structures: Other, Studio
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Yard And Grounds Features: Built-in BBQ
  • Levels: Entry Lvl(No Stairs), Two Story
  • Room Total: 0
  • Heating: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes
  • Year Built Numeric: 2006
  • Main House SqFt: 4958.0
  • Other Structures SqFt: 603.0
  • Other Buildings:Other: Yes
  • Other Buildings:Studio: Yes
  • Building Area Total: 4958.0
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 019-320-014
  • Association Fee: $.00
Parking/Garage
  • Attached: No
  • Parking Features: Gar #3, RV, Boat, Detached
  • Garages: Yes
  • Parking Garage:RV: Yes
  • Parking Garage:Gar #3: Yes
  • Parking Garage:Boat: Yes
  • Parking Garage:Detached: Yes
  • Parking Garage: RV, Gar #3, Boat, Detached
Room Info
Room Info
  • Total Bathrooms: 8.00
  • Total Half Baths: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Total Full Baths: 6
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 7.00
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 6.20
Location Info
Location Info
  • Directions: From the roundabout, take Sycamore Canyon Rd. Proceed to private gated entrance and follow the private drive across the bridge to the residence.
  • Topography: Level
  • Location Info:Compass Map: Santa Barbara
  • Location Info:Map Grid: Q11
  • LocationTopo:Level: Yes
  • LocationTopo:Combo: Yes
  • Proximity:Near Ocean: Yes
  • Proximity:Near Park(s): Yes
  • Proximity:Near School(s): Yes
  • Number Of Units Buildings: 0
  • Lot Features: Level
Neighborhood/Schools
  • Elementary School: Cleveland
  • Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • High School: S.B. Sr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools:Elementary School: Cleveland
  • NeighborhoodSchools:Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools:High School: S.B. Sr.
Property / Assessor Information
Property / Assessor Info
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 63162.0
  • Lot Size Area: 1.45
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.45
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type Label: Residential
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Condition:Excellent: Yes
  • Property Information:Realtor.com Type: Residential: Single Family
  • Property Information:Year Built: 2006.0
  • Property Information:Source: Measured
  • Property Information:ADU: No
Utility Info
  • WaterSewer:S.B. Wtr: Yes
  • WaterSource: SB Wtr

Property History for 1493 Sycamore Canyon Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 29, 2026

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #26-318

$8,250,000—
Dec 7, 2023

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #23-1550

$4,430,000—
Nov 20, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1523223305

$4,430,000—
Oct 24, 2023

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #23-1550

—
May 31, 2023

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #23-1550

$4,995,000—
May 3, 2023

Expired

Santa Barbara AOR #22-1399

$5,450,000—
May 2, 2022

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #22-1399

$5,900,000—
May 13, 1996

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #96-1457

$260,000—
May 12, 1996

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #96-1457

—
Mar 31, 1996

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #96-1457

$269,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/29/2026

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #26-318

$8,250,000
12/07/2023

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #23-1550

$4,430,000
11/20/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1523223305

$4,430,000
10/24/2023

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #23-1550

—
05/31/2023

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #23-1550

$4,995,000
05/03/2023

Expired

Santa Barbara AOR #22-1399

$5,450,000
05/02/2022

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #22-1399

$5,900,000
05/13/1996

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #96-1457

$260,000
05/12/1996

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #96-1457

—
03/31/1996

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #96-1457

$269,500

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1493 Sycamore Canyon Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,224,000Additions$3,294,600Total$4,518,600
Tax Record2025$47,786 ($3,982 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Total Finished SqFt5,574 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,574 SqFtLot Size46,173 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2006CountySANTA BARBARAAPN019-320-014Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1493 Sycamore Canyon Road

This home is within Santa Barbara Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - K to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Cleveland Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Santa Barbara Junior High School
Public7 to 8

Santa Barbara Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Adelante Charter School
CharterK to 6

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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1493 Sycamore Canyon Road is a single family home for sale in Santa Barbara, CA 93108. This property was listed for sale on January 30, 2026 by Village Properties, it's currently listed at $8,250,000. It has been on the market for a total of 3 days and was last sold on December 8, 2023. This listing's school district is Santa Barbara Unified School District. Nearby schools include Cleveland Elementary School, Santa Barbara Junior High School and Santa Barbara Senior High School. 1493 Sycamore Canyon Road is a 5-bed, 8-bath, 5,909 sqft single family home built in 2006.

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