$2,360,000
SOLD JUN 20, 2025

1697 San Roque Rd Santa Barbara, CA 93105

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,116 Sq Ft
370,696 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,115 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Custom Home
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Fruit Trees
  • Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
  • 8.51 Acre Lot
  • Hilly Lot

About This Home

As of June 2025

Purposefully designed and masterfully built in 2011 by local architect Wade Davis, this single-level Japanese-inspired custom home is a rare blend of architectural integrity and serene natural beauty - nestled on 8.5 acres of unmatched privacy all just minutes from Santa Barbara's Upper State street. From the moment you arrive to the end of the road in an ultra-private setting, the home welcomes you into a world of calm: clean architectural lines, rich woodwork, and handcrafted details create a warm, grounding atmosphere throughout. Shoji-style sliding doors and a tea-room-inspired dining area with courtyard access offer an authentic nod to Japanese aesthetics, while natural materials and a soft, neutral palette connect the indoors with the surrounding landscape. The gourmet kitchen, outfitted with custom cabinetry and electric appliances, blends functionality with minimalist beauty. The primary suite offers a peaceful escape, with doors to the view patio, walk-in closet, and modern bathroom with radiant heated stone floors. Two additional bedrooms, both with sliding doors to the patio and gorgeous hall bathroom with radiant heated floors complete the space. Other home features include an all-electric infrastructure, open-concept kitchen, living and dining areas with access to outdoor spaces, gorgeous stone fireplace, separate laundry room, central air conditioning and pass through garage. Step outside to explore the many patio spaces, terraced gardens, winding footpaths with fruit trees, serene oak trees, and 360-degree views of the quiet rolling foothills ideal for meditation, morning tea, or sunset gatherings. Every detail reflects a deep reverence for nature and a modern approach to wellness within a private canyon setting. Experience the best of Santa Barbara living close to all the amenities of Upper State Street, trailheads and downtown Santa Barbara and within the coveted Peabody Charter School district. Please, no drive-bys - property is not visible from the street and access is gated. www.1697sanroquerd.com

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Calcagno

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01499736 / 01129919 Listed on: 04/21/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Sara Guthrie

Sotheby's International Realty License #01294545

Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 2011

Lot Details

  • 8.51 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Hilly Lot
  • Mountainous Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • Direct Access Garage

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Custom Home
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Cottage
  • Slab Foundation
  • Tile Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,116 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Built-In Electric Oven
  • Electric Range

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Radiant Floor
  • Stone

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed

Schools

  • Peabody Elementary School
  • S.B. Jr. Middle School
  • S.B. Sr. High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Septic System

Additional Features

  • Stepless Entry
  • Property is near park, public transit, schools, shops, and bus stop

Community Details

  • 15 San Roque/Above Foothill Subdivision
  • Restaurant

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 023-310-011
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 2011

Lot Details

8.51 Acres

Listing Details

  • Directions: Last house at the end of San Roque Rd.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2011
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Laundry Room
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Mountain, Near Public Transit
  • Subdivision Name: 15 - San Roque/Above Foothill
  • Architectural Style: Other, Custom Built, Cal Cottage, Contemporary
  • Reso Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Stone
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Entry Lvl(No Stairs), Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent, Good
  • Property Information Year Built2: 2011
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 8.51
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Peabody
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • LocationTopo Hilly2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Mountain3: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Style Cal Cottage: Yes
  • Construction Entry Lvl(No Stairs)2: Yes
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior Wood Siding: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Interior Access: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Attached: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Drought Tolerant LND2: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Laundry Laundry Room2: Yes
  • Amenities Dual Pane Window2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • View Wooded3: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Proximity Restaurants: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Stone2: Yes
  • Condition Good2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • Style:Contemporary2: Yes
  • WaterSewer Septic In: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Carpet: Yes
  • Roof:Tile2: Yes
  • Other Buildings Shed: Yes
  • Appliances Included Electric Range2: Yes
  • Electric All Electric: Yes
  • Style Custom Built: Yes
  • Cooling Heat Pump2: Yes
  • Status Information Seller Concessions3: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Electric Range, Built-In Electric Oven, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Appliances Included:Built-In Electric Oven: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile
  • View: Mountain(s), Setting, Wooded
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding, Stucco
  • Acres: 8.51
  • Topography: Mountain, Hilly, Level
  • Exterior Features: Patio Open, Fruit Trees, Drought Tolerant LND
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Gar #2, Interior Access, Attached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
  • Heating: Electric, Heat Pump, Radiant Floor
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: SB Wtr
  • Heating:Radiant Floor: Yes
  • Heating:Electric: Yes
  • Heating:Heat Pump: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Unit 1 Amenities:Cathedral Ceiling(s)2: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Peabody
  • High School: S.B. Sr.
  • Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 023-310-011
  • Zoning: Other
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 370695.6
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 21, 2025
Closed on
Jun 10, 2025
Sold by
Galbraith Trust and Reiko And Mamoru Takeuchi Living Trust
Bought by
Donald E Pedersen And Patricia A Pedersen Rev and Pedersen
Seller's Agent
Michael Calcagno
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Sara Guthrie
Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$2,395,000
Sold Price
$2,360,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$35,000
-1.46%
Views
51
Current Estimated Value
$2,393,253

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$33,253
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.81%
Original Mortgage
$2,298,375
Outstanding Balance
$2,280,194
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$113,059

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 2, 2025
Sold by
Reiko And Mamoru Takeuchi Living Trust and Galbriath Trust
Bought by
Reiko And Mamoru Takeuchi Living Trust and Galbraith Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 5, 2013
Sold by
Galbraith Clinton and Galbraith Kathleen
Bought by
Galbraith Clinton P and Galbraith Kathleen M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 12, 2003
Sold by
Galbraith Clinton
Bought by
Galbraith Reiko and Takeuchi Reiko

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 10, 2003
Sold by
Galbraith Reiko and Takeuchi Reiko
Bought by
Takeuchi Reiko G and Takeuchi Mamoru G
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $2,360,000 First American Title
Quit Claim Deed -- First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $2,298,375 VA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/20/2025 06/20/25 Sold $2,360,000 -1.5% $1,115 / Sq Ft
05/01/2025 05/01/25 Pending -- -- --
04/21/2025 04/21/25 For Sale $2,395,000 -- $1,132 / Sq Ft
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $1,864 $176,459 $76,467 $99,992
2023 $1,864 $169,609 $73,499 $96,110
2022 $1,792 $166,284 $72,058 $94,226
2021 $1,744 $163,025 $70,646 $92,379
2020 $1,725 $161,354 $69,922 $91,432
2019 $1,693 $158,191 $68,551 $89,640
2018 $1,667 $155,090 $67,207 $87,883
2017 $1,610 $152,050 $65,890 $86,160
2016 $1,680 $149,070 $64,599 $84,471
2014 $1,635 $143,957 $62,383 $81,574
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 25-1559

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 023-310-011

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