$2,488,000
OPEN SAT 1PM - 4PM

Estimated payment $13,904/month

Total Views 95
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,507 Sq Ft
$1,651 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Hilly Lot
  • Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • 3-minute walk to Orpet Park

About This Home

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 and Pacific Ocean. From spectacular sunrises and 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 and natural light. A spacious deck and expansive private backyard offer wonderful spaces for entertaining, gardening and outdoor living, with room to imagine an artist studio or creative retreat. Moments from the Mission, Rose Garden, El Encanto and downtown, this is a special opportunity where views, location and possibility come together.

Listing Agent

Hutch Axilrod

Compass License #01939922 Listed on: 08/27/2026

Compass

Open House Schedule

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1936

Lot Details

  • 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Steep Slope
  • Irrigation
  • Hilly Lot
  • Lawn
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned E-1

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Uncovered Parking

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Island
  • Coastline
  • Harbor
  • Panoramic
  • City

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Cottage
  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Raised Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,507 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Family Room
  • Dining Area
  • Home Office
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Built-In Gas Oven
  • Built-In Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessible Approach with Ramp
  • Accessible Ramps
  • Stepless Entry
  • Hand Rail

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Terrace
  • Shed

Location

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

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Water Purifier is Owned
  • Water Softener is Owned

Community Details

  • Riviera Community
  • 15 Riviera/Lower Subdivision
  • Foothills

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Fireplace Equipment, Potted Plants
  • Assessor Parcel Number 027-151-011
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1936

Lot Details

8,276 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Directions: Turn off of APS or Moreno. Park on street, driveway or on Brick off street parking in front of house
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1936
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: In Kitchen
  • ResoLotFeatures: Steep Slope, Sloped Up, Near Public Transit
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name: 15 - Riviera/Lower
  • Reso Accessibility Features: Accessible Approach with Ramp, Hand Rails
  • Architectural Style: Traditional, Cal Cottage
  • Reso Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Unit Levels: Entry Lvl(No Stairs), Single Story, Outside Stairs
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent, Good
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1936
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.19
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Roosevelt
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • View Panoramic2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Hilly2: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Style Cal Cottage: Yes
  • Construction Entry Lvl(No Stairs)2: Yes
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Attached: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Lawn2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Rooms Family Room4: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Bedroom2: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Primary: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Kitchen2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Disposal3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Range2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Microwave3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • Property Information Main House SqFt: 1507.0
  • Rooms Office3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Built-In Gas Range: Yes
  • Property Information Apx Lot SqFt: 8276.0
  • Condition Good2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • Location Info Development Name: Riviera
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation PRT: Yes
  • Other Buildings Shed: Yes
  • ViewOcean: Yes
  • View Coastline: Yes
  • View Islands: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #12: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Unc #12: Yes
  • Appliances Included Wtr SoftenerOwned: Yes
  • Foundation Raised: Yes
  • Rooms:Den: Yes
  • View Harbor2: Yes
  • View City4: Yes
  • LocationTopo Steep2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Foothills2: Yes
  • Laundry In Kitchen3: Yes
  • LocationTopo Upslope2: Yes
  • Cooling Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Appliances Included Water Purifier Owned: Yes
  • Foundation Pier Post: Yes
  • Handicapped Access Ramp2: Yes
  • Architectural Style Traditional: Yes
  • Handicapped Access Hand Rails2: Yes
  • Cooling Window Unit(s): Yes
  • ParkingGarage:Total _pound_ Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Special Features: OpenHouse
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Built-In Gas Range, Built-In Gas Oven, Tankless Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Washer, Wtr Softener/Owned
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Appliances Included:Tankless Water Heater: Yes
  • Bedrooms Basement: Yes
  • Other Rooms:Sun Room2: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Built-In Gas Oven: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Islands, Coastline, Ocean, City, Harbor, Panoramic
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Acres: 0.19
  • Topography: Upslope, Foothills, Hilly
  • Exclusions: Fireplace Equipment, Potted Plants
  • Exterior Features: Lawn, Yard Irrigation PRT
  • Foundation Details: Raised, Mixed, Pier & Post, Caisson/Piling
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Deck, Terrace, Rear Porch, Front Porch, Covered

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Outside, Garage, Storage, Attached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • 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 #: 027-151-011
  • Zoning: E-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8276.0

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Tax History

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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
2026 $3,059 $288,605 $144,057 $144,548
2025 $1,502 $282,947 $141,233 $141,714
2023 $1,502 $132,680 $55,395 $77,285
2022 $1,441 $130,079 $54,309 $75,770
2021 $1,403 $127,530 $53,245 $74,285
2020 $1,387 $126,224 $52,700 $73,524
2019 $1,361 $123,750 $51,667 $72,083
2018 $1,338 $121,324 $50,654 $70,670
2017 $1,292 $118,946 $49,661 $69,285
2016 $1,347 $116,615 $48,688 $67,927
2014 $1,310 $112,615 $47,018 $65,597
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/27/2026 08/27/26 For Sale $2,488,000 -- $1,651 / Sq Ft
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed -- None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $325,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $300,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $200,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $275,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $200,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $250,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $220,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $175,000 Credit Line Revolving
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Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 26-2856

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 027-151-011

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