$6,595,000
SOLD JUL 1, 2025
4 Beds
6 Baths
4,815 Sq Ft
0.53 Acres

Recently Sold

$1,370 Per Sq Ft

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Pool House
  • Wood Flooring
  • Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

As of July 2025

First time on the market in 60 years, this exceptional home is nestled on a private cul-de-sac and has been meticulously expanded and redesigned over the decades with premium engineering and high end materials. Features include custom solid cherry doors, hand crafted cherry kitchen cabinetry and built-ins, quartersawn oak flooring, and hand made imported Mexican roof tiles. The home boasts a limestone entry, smooth plaster finishes, a custom wrought iron entry door designed by Handleman, a local sandstone fireplace and vintage lighting throughout. Offering sweeping views of the ocean, islands and city with no power lines. Poolside entertaining in the ''Grotto'' or covered patio with changing rooms and bath. A rare opportunity to own a timeless estate in one of the most desirable areas. Designed by architect James Taylor and built by trusted local contractors, the home offers sweeping views of the ocean, islands, city and harbor from nearly every room. Multiple ocean view decks and balconies including spacious terraces off the living room, enhance the indoor-outdoor life style. The large private backyard features multi-level terraces with a pool, expansive lawn area, mature landscaping, fruit trees, ancient oaks, and a majestic Canary Island pine. Sandstone paths were created from on site materials, adding to the home's character. The property includes an unfinished workshop and dedicated poolside entertaining spaces as well as a pool bath and changing rooms. Located just one block from Sunday brunch and Jazz at the El Encanto hotel, and two blocks from the Riviera theater, this is a rare opportunity to own a timeless estate in one of the areas most desirable neighborhoods.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bartron Real Est Group

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01005021 / 01950975 / 00966870 / 01976075 Listed on: 05/14/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Co-Listed By

Lorie Bartron

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01005021

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,789

Year Built

  • Built in 1951

Lot Details

  • 0.53 Acre Lot
  • Fenced
  • Irrigation
  • Lawn
  • Property is in good condition

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Island
  • City

Home Design

  • Spanish Architecture
  • Raised Foundation
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 4,815 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Library
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Built-In Electric Oven
  • Built-In Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Direct Access Garage
  • Open Parking

Pool

  • Pool House
  • Outdoor Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop

Schools

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

Additional Features

  • City Lot
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • 15 Riviera/Upper Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 019-090-024
  • Seller Concessions Offered
  • Seller Will Consider Concessions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,789

Year Built

Built in 1951

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Laundry Room
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Co List Office Mls Id: prucal
  • Co List Office Phone: 805-687-2666
  • Subdivision Name: 15 - Riviera/Upper
  • Architectural Style: Spanish
  • Reso Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Other Structures: Work Shop
  • Reso Property Condition: Good
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1951
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.53
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Roosevelt
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Interior Access: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Pool: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Lawn2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced ALL2: Yes
  • Rooms Family Room4: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Bedroom2: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Laundry Laundry Room2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Disposal3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • Construction Two Story2: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Area2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Built-In Gas Range: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Family Room3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Primary Bedroom: Yes
  • Property Information Apx Lot SqFt: 23087.0
  • Condition Good2: Yes
  • Other Buildings Work Shop2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Carpet: Yes
  • Roof:Tile2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation PRT: Yes
  • ViewOcean: Yes
  • View Islands: Yes
  • Style Spanish2: Yes
  • Foundation Raised: Yes
  • Rooms LbryStudy: Yes
  • View City4: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Unc #22: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Pool House2: Yes
  • Status Information Seller Concessions3: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Built-In Gas Range, Built-In Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Family Room
  • Appliances Included:Built-In Electric Oven: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile
  • View: Islands, Ocean, City
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 0.53
  • Exterior Features: Pool, Pool House, Patio Open, Lawn, Yard Irrigation PRT, Fenced: ALL
  • Foundation Details: Raised

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Gar #2, Unc #2, Interior Access

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: SB Wtr
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 019-090-024
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 23087.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 14, 2025
Closed on
Jun 16, 2025
Sold by
Wisehart Trust and Bowie Cynthia
Bought by
Kruse Family Trust and Kruse
Seller's Agent
Bartron Real Est Group
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Carmen Galzerano
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$6,595,000
Sold Price
$6,595,000
Views
53

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-33.77%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 4, 1997
Sold by
Wisehart William R and Wisehart Valerie H
Bought by
Wisehart William R and Wisehart Valerie H
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $6,595,000 First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $100,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/01/2025 07/01/25 Sold $6,595,000 0.0% $1,370 / Sq Ft
05/27/2025 05/27/25 Pending -- -- --
05/14/2025 05/14/25 For Sale $6,595,000 -- $1,370 / Sq Ft
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $8,789 $841,215 $68,213 $773,002
2023 $8,789 $808,552 $65,565 $742,987
2022 $8,474 $792,699 $64,280 $728,419
2021 $8,275 $777,157 $63,020 $714,137
2020 $8,189 $769,189 $62,374 $706,815
2019 $8,044 $754,107 $61,151 $692,956
2018 $7,927 $739,321 $59,952 $679,369
2017 $7,664 $724,826 $58,777 $666,049
2016 $7,531 $710,615 $57,625 $652,990
2014 $7,325 $686,232 $55,649 $630,583
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 25-1921

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 019-090-024