967 Garcia Road

Closed 9/27/24Virtual Tour
Closed 9/27/24Virtual Tour
Storybook treasure on the Riviera
Gorgeous unobstructed ocean/island views
Entry level living for all main rooms
Over-sized backyard with views
Deck views - dine and relax al fresco!
Living room with views, deck access
Open dining area, living room
Living room looking to front door
Spacious kitchen w/backyard access
Primary bedroom with views, deck access
Office in primary suite, or 2nd bedroom
3rd bedroom
Guest bedroom suite off entry
Separate-entry suite living area
Separate-entry suite bedroom
Backyard is a true gardener's delight!
A unique Riviera home and grounds
Poppies everywhere in the Spring!
Ocean, city and island views
Sunset at 967 Garcia Road
Sold
Last Sold Price
$2,800,000
4 beds1,984 sqft$1,411/sqft
967 Garcia Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.32 acresLot Size
1946Year Built
$1,411/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

A surprising treasure on Santa Barbara's Lower Riviera, 967 Garcia Road provides a rare combination of unobstructed ocean and city views, entry-level easy living, and a magical over-sized gently-sloping backyard offering every possibility of entertaining, gardening and relaxation. The nearly 1/3-acre parcel is well-positioned to maximize views with the house at the top, while leaving most of the property as a private oasis ideal for adding a pool and/or a new Accessory Dwelling Unit. 3-4 beds/office...A surprising treasure on Santa Barbara's Lower Riviera, 967 Garcia Road provides a rare combination of unobstructed ocean and city views, entry-level easy living, and a magical over-sized gently-sloping backyard offering every possibility of entertaining, gardening and relaxation. The nearly 1/3-acre parcel is well-positioned to maximize views with the house at the top, while leaving most of the property as a private oasis ideal for adding a pool and/or a new Accessory Dwelling Unit. 3-4 beds/office are on the entry level with a spacious covered ocean-view deck, plus a separate-entry full living suite below. Recent upgrades incl. refinished oak hardwood floors, new windows, new electrical, new sewer lateral. Off-the-charts upside and fantastic value as-is under 3 million for A+ views!
  • Listed by: Ken Switzer 805.680.4622 kenswitzer1@yahoo.com DRE #01245644 • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Listing closed: 09/26/2024 05:00 PM • Source: Santa Barbara AOR, MLS#: 24-1327

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$2,795,000

Avg days on market

30

Sale-to-list ratio

98.5%

Santa Barbara, CA

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Property Information for 967 Garcia Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Home/Estate / Single Family
  • County: Santa Barbara County
  • MLS Neighborhood: 15 - Riviera/Lower
  • Property Information:Within City Limits: No
  • Zoning: E-1
  • Zoning:E-1: Yes
  • Location Info:Cross Street: Medio
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Style:Traditional: Yes
  • Construction:Entry Lvl(No Stairs): Yes
  • Construction:Two Story: Yes
  • Property Information:Recurring Fees: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1946
  • Lot Size: 0.32 AC / 13,939 SF
Details
Features
  • District: 15 - SB/EAST OF STATE
  • District: 15 - SB/EAST OF STATE
  • Virtual Tour URLUnbranded: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=Bc62XXPzD4n&mls=1
  • Amenities:Guest Quarters: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Gas Range: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Diningroom Features: Dining Area
  • Dining:Dining Area: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio Covered, Fruit Trees, Fenced: BCK, Deck3, Patio Covered2, Fruit Trees2, Fenced BCK
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings:Carpet: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings:Hardwood: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings:Other: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Laundry:In Garage: Yes
  • Roof: Tile
  • Roof:Tile: Yes
  • Rooms: Basement, Office
  • Rooms:Office: Yes
  • View:Ocean: Yes
  • View:Mountain(s): Yes
  • View:City: Yes
  • View:Harbor: Yes
  • View:Islands: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Deck: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Patio Covered: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Fruit Trees: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Fenced: BCK: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Heating: Gravity
  • Kitchen Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher
  • View: Mountain, Islands, Ocean, City, Harbor
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Levels: Entry Lvl(No Stairs), Two Story
  • Room Total: 0
  • Heating: Yes
  • Rooms:Basement: Yes
  • Heating:Gravity: Yes
  • Year Built Numeric: 1946
  • Building Area Total: 1984.0
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 029-202-006
  • Association Fee: $.00
Parking/Garage
  • Attached: Yes
  • Parking Features: Gar #1, RV, Interior Access, Attached
  • Garages: Yes
  • Parking Garage:Gar #1: Yes
  • Parking Garage:RV: Yes
  • Parking Garage:Interior Access: Yes
  • Parking Garage:Attached: Yes
  • Parking Garage: Gar #1, RV, Interior Access, Attached
Room Info
Room Info
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Total Half Baths: 0
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Total Full Baths: 3
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 3.00
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 3.00
Location Info
Location Info
  • Directions: Access from either Alameda Padre Serra or Milpas Street, 967 Garcia Road is about 2 blocks up the hill towards APS, on the downhill side. Park in driveway.
  • Topography: Rolly
  • Location Info:Compass Map: Santa Barbara
  • Location Info:Map Grid: P11
  • LocationTopo:Rolly: Yes
  • Number Of Units Buildings: 1
  • Lot Features: Rolling Slope
Neighborhood/Schools
  • Elementary School: Franklin
  • Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • High School: S.B. Sr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools:Elementary School: Franklin
  • NeighborhoodSchools:Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools:High School: S.B. Sr.
Property / Assessor Information
Property / Assessor Info
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 13939.0
  • Lot Size Area: 13939.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.32
  • Property Type Label: Residential
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Foundation:Raised: Yes
  • Condition:Good: Yes
  • Property Information:Realtor.com Type: Residential: Single Family
  • Property Information:Year Built: 1946.0
  • Property Information:Source: Public Records
  • Property Information:ADU: No
Utility Info
  • WaterSewer:S.B. Wtr: Yes
  • WaterSource: SB Wtr

Property History for 967 Garcia Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 26, 2024

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #24-1327

$2,800,000—
Sep 6, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1541513468

$2,800,000—
Sep 2, 2024

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #24-1327

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/26/2024

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #24-1327

$2,800,000
09/06/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1541513468

$2,800,000
09/02/2024

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #24-1327

—

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Public Records for 967 Garcia Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,734,000Additions$1,122,000Total$2,856,000
Tax Record2025$29,664 ($2,472 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3.8Total Finished SqFt1,984 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,984 SqFtStories2Lot Size13,939 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1946Year Renovated1946ZoningE1CountySANTA BARBARAAPN029-202-006

Schools near 967 Garcia Road

This home is within Santa Barbara Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Franklin Elementary School
Public - K to 6
Santa Barbara Junior High School
Public - 7 to 8
Santa Barbara Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
La Cuesta Continuation High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Franklin 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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Nearby home values

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This home: 967 Garcia Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
$2,800,000
4
1,984
13,939
975 Garcia Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
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2
1.75
1,119
14,810
955 Garcia Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
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9,147
970 Garcia Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
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