1250 Bel Air Drive, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, Santa Barbara, 93105 - 4 bed, 5 bath

1250 Bel Air Drive, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 home-pic-0

1250 Bel Air Drive

Santa Barbara, CA 93105

CLOSED
CONDITION: EXCELLENT
4Beds
5Baths
3,644Sq Ft
20,473Lot Size

Property Price

LIST PRICE$4,695,000

SUMMARY

Analysis of 1250 Bel Air Drive, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 is currently available with a list price of $4,695,000. The property maintains a Excellent Condition Rating (95/100), indicating excellent structural integrity and modern finishes throughout. This turnkey property requires minimal updates and is ready for immediate occupancy. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Santa Barbara Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.

Condition Analysis

OVERALL CONDITION SCORE

Excellent
TeardownExcellent

Property is new construction or fully renovated.

Despite being built in 1963, this property underwent an extensive, cutting-edge renovation just over a year ago, bringing all major components to a virtually new and high-quality standard. The description highlights a 'showstopper' chef's kitchen with white oak cabinetry, an 11-foot island, and an 8-burner Wolf range, along with a hidden butler's pantry. Bathrooms are all ensuite, with the primary featuring a soaking tub and oversized shower, indicating modern, luxurious finishes. Advanced systems like 4-zone heating/cooling, solar power, and smart home technology further confirm its excellent condition, meeting current quality standards with no deferred maintenance.

PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES

  • Recent Extensive Renovation & Modern Design

    The property underwent a significant, thoughtful renovation just over a year ago, featuring cutting-edge design, warm minimalism, and high-quality materials like white oak and plaster.

  • Advanced Smart Home & Comfort Systems

    Equipped with 8-zone surround sound, solar power, interior fire sprinklers, a hardwired alarm/camera system, and 4-zone heating/cooling, offering modern convenience, safety, and energy efficiency.

  • Exceptional Indoor-Outdoor Living & Views

    Features La Cantina nano doors for seamless indoor-outdoor flow, an outdoor kitchen, putting green, lounge area with fireplace, and offers breathtaking mountain and city views.

CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES

  • High Price Point

    The list price of $4.695 million places it in a very exclusive market segment, potentially limiting the pool of prospective buyers.

  • Specific Design Aesthetic

    The 'bold, high-contrast surfaces' and 'warm minimalism' are strong design choices that, while appealing to some, might not resonate with all luxury buyers, potentially limiting market appeal.

  • Ongoing Maintenance Complexity

    The property's numerous high-tech systems, elaborate landscaping, and luxury amenities (outdoor kitchen, putting green, spa tub, wine cellar) will require significant ongoing maintenance and associated costs, which could be a consideration for buyers.

About 1250 Bel Air Drive

Experience the perfect blend of cutting-edge design, high-tech convenience, and laid-back coastal living in this stunning 3,600-square-foot, 4-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home (plus office) set on nearly half of an acre in coveted Bel Air Knolls. Thoughtfully reimagined just over a year ago, the home underwent an extensive renovation and has since been further enhanced with thoughtful upgrades, including a custom-designed outdoor firepit, spa tub, extensive drainage, new landscaping, and more. Bold, high-contrast surfaces pair with white oak and plaster to create a striking approach to warm minimalism. Meanwhile, features like 8-zone surround sound, solar power, interior fire sprinklers, a hardwired alarm and camera system, and 4-zone heating/cooling blend practicality with sleek, modern design. The living room evokes the scale and drama of a contemporary gallery, with soaring ceilings, expansive walls for art, and La Cantina nano doors that fully open to reveal mountain views and an effortless indoor-outdoor lifestyle. The chef's kitchen is a showstopper, featuring white oak cabinetry, an 11-foot island, an 8-burner Wolf range, and a hidden butler's pantry with a full kitchen for elevated entertaining. A custom bar, dual fireplaces, and a climate-controlled wine cellar make the space perfect for hosting in style. All bedrooms are ensuite, the primary of which features a soaking tub, oversized shower, and a white oak walk-in closet behind arched iron doors - in addition to views and direct access to a bespoke cedar-sided hot tub. Outside, the reimagined landscape includes an outdoor kitchen, putting green, lounge area with a plaster fireplace, antique limestone fountains, and mature olive trees - all set against breathtaking city views. Just moments from Hendry's Beach and Elings Park, "Casa Bella Vista" blends dynamic design with effortless California living, perfectly positioned in the heart of it all.

Property Details

Public Facts

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1963
Lot Size
20,473 Sq. Ft.

Interior

Total Bedrooms
4
Total Bathrooms
5 (5 Full, 0 Half)

Exterior & Parking

No exterior & parking available.

Utilities & Misc

HOA Fee
$0 / Month

Neighborhood Insights

Sensitive Facilities

No sensitive facilities data found.

Neighborhood Comparison

FeatureSubjectAverage HomeNeighborhood Ranking (50 Listings)
Beds4.03.0
61%
Baths5.03.0
91%
Square foot3,6441,967
92%
Lot Size20,47310,018.8
72%
Price$4.49M$2.19M
92%
Price per sq ft$1.2K$1.1K
69%
Built year19631960
59%
HOA$0$0
50%
Days on market201193
56%

Pricing History

No pricing history data available.

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