$7,669,375
SOLD JUN 24, 2025

880 Knollwood Dr Santa Barbara, CA 93108

3 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,669 Sq Ft
1.41 Acres

Recently Sold

$2,090 Per Sq Ft

12% Below List Price

140 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Additional Residence on Property
  • Ocean View
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
  • Fruit Trees
  • Laundry Room

About This Home

As of June 2025

This timeless updated and remodeled mid-century home, designed by the esteemed architect Lutah Maria Riggs, is gracefully set in a sought-after Montecito location, showcasing peaceful mountain views and ocean vistas. Thoughtfully crafted with expansive windows that welcome an abundance of natural light, beamed ceilings, and oak floors, this single-story residence effortlessly marries elegance with comfort. Spacious rooms open to charming patios and lush gardens, while the main house includes three private bedroom suites, an office, a cozy den and living room. The estate also features a delightful one-bedroom guest house with a generous living room featuring large windows and a unique drive-through garage, offering both versatility and privacy for visitors. The meticulously landscaped grounds create a serene retreat with vibrant lawns surrounded by rich greenery, a koi pond, and sandstone terraces. A pergola adorned with hanging lanterns provides a stunning spot for al fresco dining, inviting relaxation amid the natural beauty of Montecito's foothills.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cristal Clarke

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #00968247 Listed on: 01/06/2025

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Last Buyer's Agent

Non Member Agent

Non Member Office

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $45,266

Year Built

  • Built in 1966

Lot Details

  • 1.41 Acre Lot
  • Fruit Trees

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Flat Roof Shape

Interior Spaces

  • 3,669 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Additional Homes

  • Additional Residence on Property

Schools

  • Mont Union Elementary School
  • S.B. Jr. Middle School
  • S.B. Sr. High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Septic System

Community Details

  • 2 Units

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 007-070-007
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$45,266

Year Built

Built in 1966

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1966
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Laundry Room
  • Unit Levels: Single Story
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1966
  • Property Information Total #Units: 2
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 1.41
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Mont Union
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • Laundry Laundry Room2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • Dining Formal2: Yes
  • Amenities Guest House2: Yes
  • WaterSewer Septic In: Yes
  • Other Buildings Second Residence2: Yes
  • ViewOcean: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Flat
  • View: Mountain(s), Ocean
  • Acres: 1.41
  • Exterior Features: Fruit Trees
  • Foundation Details: Mixed
  • ConstructionSiding:Roof Flat: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Radiant
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Mont Wtr
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes
  • Heating:Radiant: Yes

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 007-070-007
  • Zoning: Other
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 61419.6
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 27, 2020
Closed on
Sep 21, 2020
Sold by
Fischer Virginia and The Virginia Palme Living Trus
Bought by
Levion Jenny M
Seller's Agent
Chris Palme
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Frank Abatemarco
Pitts & Bachmann Realtors
List Price
$4,195,000
Sold Price
$4,118,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$77,000
-1.84%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.48%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 6, 2007
Sold by
Palme Virginia M
Bought by
Palme Virginia

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 18, 2004
Sold by
Fisher Evelyn M
Bought by
Palme Virginia M

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 4, 1999
Sold by
Fisher Evelyn M
Bought by
Fisher Evelyn M
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $4,118,000 Wfg National Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/24/2025 06/24/25 Sold $7,669,375 -3.5% $2,090 / Sq Ft
05/26/2025 05/26/25 Pending -- -- --
05/19/2025 05/19/25 Price Changed $7,950,000 -4.8% $2,167 / Sq Ft
03/19/2025 03/19/25 Price Changed $8,350,000 -4.0% $2,276 / Sq Ft
01/06/2025 01/06/25 For Sale $8,695,000 +111.1% $2,370 / Sq Ft
09/24/2020 09/24/20 Sold $4,118,000 -1.8% $1,122 / Sq Ft
09/02/2020 09/02/20 Pending -- -- --
07/28/2020 07/28/20 For Sale $4,195,000 -- $1,143 / 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 $45,266 $4,457,453 $2,381,350 $2,076,103
2023 $45,266 $4,284,367 $2,288,880 $1,995,487
2022 $43,707 $4,200,360 $2,244,000 $1,956,360
2021 $42,779 $4,118,000 $2,200,000 $1,918,000
2020 $3,144 $280,173 $89,643 $190,530
2019 $2,868 $274,681 $87,886 $186,795
2018 $2,811 $269,296 $86,163 $183,133
2017 $2,762 $264,017 $84,474 $179,543
2016 $2,725 $258,841 $82,818 $176,023
2014 $2,646 $249,960 $79,977 $169,983
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 25-39

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 007-070-007