Contract Signed
3 beds1,507 sqft

823 Arguello Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93103

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.19 acresLot Size
1936Year Built
$1,589/sq ftPrice per sq ft
6 carsParking Spaces

Description

First time on the market in over 50 years! Perched on a quiet street above downtown Santa Barbara, 823 Arguello Road is a rare offering with breathtaking panoramic views spanning the city skyline, harbor, Channel Islands & Pacific Ocean. From spectacular sunrises & sunsets to Fourth of July fireworks shimmering over the waterfront, the setting is quintessentially Santa Barbara. This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is filled with warmth, character & natural light. A spacious deck & expansive private...First time on the market in over 50 years! Perched on a quiet street above downtown Santa Barbara, 823 Arguello Road is a rare offering with breathtaking panoramic views spanning the city skyline, harbor, Channel Islands & Pacific Ocean. From spectacular sunrises & sunsets to Fourth of July fireworks shimmering over the waterfront, the setting is quintessentially Santa Barbara. This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is filled with warmth, character & natural light. A spacious deck & expansive private backyard offer wonderful spaces for entertaining, gardening & outdoor living, with room to imagine an artist studio or creative retreat. Moments from the Riviera Theater, El Encanto, Rose Gardens, SB Bowl & downtown, this is a special opportunity where views, location & possibility come together
Listing Agent
  1. Hutch Axilrod

    Hutch Axilrod

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01939922

    P: (805) 637-6378

    M: (805) 637-6378

5 days on Market
Last updated: 09/25/2026 01:34 PM • Source: Santa Barbara AOR, MLS#: 26-3125

Location

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Property Taxes

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Property Information for 823 Arguello Road

Property Details

  • MLS Type: Residential / Home/Estate / Single Family
  • MLS Neighborhood: 15 - Riviera/Lower
  • Zoning: E-1
  • Zoning:E-1: Yes
  • Location Info:Cross Street: Alameda Padre Serra
  • Architectural Style: Traditional, Cal. Cottage
  • Style:Cal. Cottage: Yes
  • Style:Traditional: Yes
  • Construction:Entry Lvl(No Stairs): Yes
  • Construction:Single Story: Yes
  • Construction:Outside Stairs: Yes
  • Property Information:Recurring Fees: No

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1936
  • Lot Size: 0.19 AC / 8,276 SF

Details

Features
  • District: 15 - SB/EAST OF STATE
  • District: 15 - SB/EAST OF STATE
  • Amenities:Remodeled Kitchen: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Built-In Gas Oven: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Built-In Gas Range: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Water Purifier Owned: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Disposal: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Gas Range: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Microwave: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Wtr Softener/Owned: Yes
  • Diningroom Features: Dining Area
  • Dining:Dining Area: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Lawn, Yard Irrigation PRT, Lawn2
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplace(s):Gas: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings:Hardwood: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings:Tile: Yes
  • Handicapped Access:Wheelchair Access: Yes
  • Handicapped Access:Ramp: Yes
  • Handicapped Access:Hand Rails: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Kitchen
  • Laundry:In Kitchen: Yes
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pets:Yes: Yes
  • Roof: True
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Rooms: Basement, Den, Family Room, Ground Floor Bedroom, Ground Floor Master, Office, Primary Bedroom2, Sun Room
  • Rooms:Den: Yes
  • Rooms:Family Room: Yes
  • Rooms:Ground Floor Bedroom: Yes
  • Rooms:Ground Floor Primary: Yes
  • Rooms:Office: Yes
  • Rooms:Primary Bedroom: Yes
  • Rooms:Sun Room: Yes
  • Security:Smoke Detector(s): Yes
  • View:Ocean: Yes
  • View:City: Yes
  • View:Harbor: Yes
  • View:Panoramic: Yes
  • View:Coastline: Yes
  • View:Islands: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Yard Irrigation PRT: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Deck: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Patio Open: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Lawn: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Fenced: PRT: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Accessibility Features: Customized Wheelchair Accessible, Ramp, Hand Rails
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Security Features: Smoke Detc
  • Kitchen Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Built-In Gas Range, Built-In Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Washer, Wtr Softener/Owned
  • View: Islands, Coastline, Ocean, City, Harbor, Panoramic
  • Other Structures: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
  • Levels: Entry Lvl(No Stairs), Single Story, Outside Stairs
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Deck, Terrace, Rear Porch, Front Porch, Covered
  • Room Total: 0
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Rooms:Basement: Yes
  • Cooling:Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Cooling:Window Unit(s): Yes
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes
  • Year Built Numeric: 1936
  • Main House SqFt: 1507.0
  • Other Buildings:Shed: Yes
  • Building Area Total: 1507.0
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 027-151-011
  • Association Fee: $.00
Parking/Garage
  • Attached: Yes
  • Total # Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Open Parking Spaces: 4.00
  • Parking Features: Outside, Garage, Storage, Attached
  • Parking Garage:Gar #1: Yes
  • Parking Garage:Attached: Yes
  • Parking Garage:Unc #1: Yes
  • Parking Garage:Total # Uncovered Spaces: 4.00
  • Parking Garage: Storage, Gar #1, Attached, Unc #12

Room Info

Room Info
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Total Half Baths: 0
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Total Full Baths: 2
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 2.00

Location Info

Location Info
  • Topography: Upslope, Foothills, Hilly
  • Location Info:Compass Map: Santa Barbara
  • Location Info:Map Grid: O11
  • LocationTopo:Hilly: Yes
  • LocationTopo:Steep: Yes
  • LocationTopo:Foothills: Yes
  • LocationTopo:Upslope: Yes
  • Proximity:Near Bus: Yes
  • Proximity:Near Park(s): Yes
  • Proximity:Near School(s): Yes
  • Lot Features: Steep Slope, Sloped Up, Near Public Transit
  • Location Info:Development Name: Riviera
Neighborhood/Schools
  • Elementary School: Roosevelt
  • Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • High School: S.B. Sr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools:Elementary School: Roosevelt
  • NeighborhoodSchools:Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools:High School: S.B. Sr.

Property / Assessor Information

Property / Assessor Info
  • Reports Available:TDS: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Raised, Mixed, Pier & Post, Caisson/Piling
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 8276.0
  • Lot Size Area: 8276.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.19
  • Property Type Label: Res
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Foundation:Raised: Yes
  • Foundation:Mixed: Yes
  • Foundation:Pier & Post: Yes
  • Foundation:Caisson/Piling: Yes
  • Condition:Excellent: Yes
  • Condition:Good: Yes
  • Property Information:Realtor.com Type: Residential: Single Family
  • Property Information:Year Built: 1936.0
  • Property Information:Source: Other/See Remarks
  • Property Information:ADU: No
Utility Info
  • WaterSewer:S.B. Wtr: Yes
  • WaterSource: SB Wtr

Property History for 823 Arguello Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 22, 2026

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #26-3125

—
Sep 16, 2026

Expired

Santa Barbara AOR #26-2856

$2,488,000—
Sep 16, 2026

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #26-3125

$2,395,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/22/2026

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #26-3125

—
09/16/2026

Expired

Santa Barbara AOR #26-2856

$2,488,000
09/16/2026

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #26-3125

$2,395,000

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

Public records

823 Arguello Road

Beds

3

Baths

2

Total Finished SqFt

1,507 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,507 SqFt

Stories

1

Lot Size

8,276 SqFt

Schools near 823 Arguello 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
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Roosevelt Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Santa Barbara Junior High School
Public7 to 8

Santa Barbara Senior High School
Public9 to 12

La Cuesta Continuation High School
Public9 to 12

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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