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
ACTIVE$4,950,000/sqft
1250 Bel Air Drive, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105
4Beds
5Baths
Sqft
20,473.199Lot

Price Vs. Estimate

Estimation data not available

Key pros and cons

Top Pros:
High Available Lot Utilization: The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 20473, living area = 3598.
Top Cons:
High Price Point & Rapid Appreciation: The current list price of $4.95M represents a substantial increase from its $4.4M sale in April 2024, which may be perceived as aggressive pricing and could limit immediate appreciation potential for a new buyer.

Compared to the nearby listings

Price:$4.95M vs avg $2.28M (+$2,670,000)92%
Size: sqft vs avg 1,780.5 sqft21%
Price/sqft:$0 vs avg $1.1K23%

More Insights

Built in 1963 (63 years old).
Condition: This property underwent an extensive and impeccable remodel in 2024, making it virtually new in terms of condition and features. The kitchen is a chef's dream with top-of-the-line Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, custom cabinetry, and luxurious marble finishes. All bathrooms are high-end, featuring modern fixtures, freestanding tubs, and stylish tiling. Throughout the home, new light wood flooring, contemporary light fixtures, and bespoke finishes are evident, indicating no deferred maintenance and meeting the highest current quality standards. The comprehensive renovation, both interior and exterior, places this property firmly in the 'excellent' category.
Year Built
1963
Close
-
List price
$4.95M
Original List price
-
Price/Sqft
$0
HOA
$0
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
25-2381
Home ConditionExcellent
Features
Excellent View:
Deck
Spa
Patio
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About this home

Modern Elegance in the Heart of Santa Barbara Located on one of Santa Barbara's most coveted streets, this impeccably remodeled single-level residence blends refined luxury with effortless California living. Featuring 4 bedrooms + office and 4.5 baths, the home offers sweeping vistas of the Riviera and the Santa Ynez Mountains, all set on nearly half an acre of beautifully landscaped grounds. Reimagined in 2024 with bespoke finishes throughout, the open-concept layout is anchored by a spacious living room with soaring ceilings and a warm fireplace. The chef's kitchen is a true showpiece, boasting a generous center island, top-of-the-line appliances including a 48'' Wolf range and 66'' Sub-Zero refrigerator, and a butler's pantry with a second oven—ideal for seamless entertaining. Recent Upgrades. Additions and Amenities include: Exterior / Landscape Full professional landscape redesign featuring Santa Barbara sandstone throughout the entire yard; Native Santa Barbara plantings for a beautiful, lush, yet drought-conscious aesthetic; Installation of sprinkler system with proper drainage; Five gorgeous and mature olive trees, multiple citrus and fruit trees, avocado trees, and raised garden beds; Privacy-enhancing hedges along perimeter fencing and pea gravel side yards; Gorgeous vintage stone fountains in both the front and back yards; High-end, automatic landscape lighting throughout, including stunning hanging lanterns in the oak trees; Custom-designed 5-hole putting green with natural Santa Barbara sandstone accents; New concrete hardscape with an enlarged front porch landing, updated front walkway, and expansive back patio; Custom Ipe wood fencing with a rich, natural finish encloses the garbage area and secures both sides of the yard with locking gates for added privacy and security; Outdoor shower with copper rain shower head, handheld shower wand, and Ipe wood shower enclosure for privacy; Luxury Nordic Crown XL 84" spa with cedar siding and custom surround decking; Oversized smooth plaster outdoor fireplace with ceramic fireballs for added warmth and ambiance. Infrastructure & Systems Wired internet with hot spots added throughout the house and garage; Reverse osmosis system installed in the kitchen; Water softener added for improved water quality. Interior Added built-in storage in the laundry room and garage; Installed Samsung frameless TV in primary bedroom that stays with the house; Custom high-end linen blackout window coverings in all bedrooms and elegant privacy roller shades in all bathrooms; Refinished bi-fold doors in the bedroom and living room for a polished, elevated finish; Repairs made to powder bath, including toilet and stucco work; Brand new, high-quality furnishings and artwork throughout the main living areas, featuring pieces from Restoration Hardware available upon interest.

J
Jim Alzina
Listing Agent

Price History

Date
Event
Price
07/01/94
Sold
$217,500
04/08/24
Sold
$4,400,000
04/07/23
Sold
$2,017,000
Condition Rating
Excellent

This property underwent an extensive and impeccable remodel in 2024, making it virtually new in terms of condition and features. The kitchen is a chef's dream with top-of-the-line Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, custom cabinetry, and luxurious marble finishes. All bathrooms are high-end, featuring modern fixtures, freestanding tubs, and stylish tiling. Throughout the home, new light wood flooring, contemporary light fixtures, and bespoke finishes are evident, indicating no deferred maintenance and meeting the highest current quality standards. The comprehensive renovation, both interior and exterior, places this property firmly in the 'excellent' category.
Pros & Cons

Pros

High Available Lot Utilization: The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 20473, living area = 3598.
Prime Location & Panoramic Views: Situated on one of Santa Barbara's most coveted streets in Bel Air Knolls, the residence offers sweeping vistas of the Riviera and the Santa Ynez Mountains, enhancing its prestige and desirability.
Extensive 2024 Remodel & High-End Finishes: The property underwent an impeccable and comprehensive remodel in 2024, featuring bespoke finishes throughout, soaring ceilings, a chef's kitchen with top-of-the-line Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, and custom window coverings.
Luxurious Outdoor Living & Landscaping: Nearly half an acre of professionally redesigned and beautifully landscaped grounds includes mature olive, citrus, and avocado trees, a custom 5-hole putting green, an outdoor shower, a luxury spa, and an oversized outdoor fireplace, creating an exceptional outdoor oasis.
Modern Amenities & Infrastructure: The home is equipped with modern conveniences such as wired internet with hot spots, a reverse osmosis system in the kitchen, and a water softener, ensuring comfort and quality of living.
Spacious & Functional Single-Level Layout: Offering 4 bedrooms plus an office and 4.5 baths in an open-concept, single-level design, the residence provides a highly functional and elegant layout suitable for refined living and entertaining.

Cons

High Price Point & Rapid Appreciation: The current list price of $4.95M represents a substantial increase from its $4.4M sale in April 2024, which may be perceived as aggressive pricing and could limit immediate appreciation potential for a new buyer.
Potential for Limited Cooling System: Despite the extensive and recent remodel, the property description does not explicitly mention a central air conditioning system, which could be a notable omission for some luxury buyers, particularly during warmer periods.
Ongoing Landscape Maintenance: The nearly half-acre of meticulously landscaped grounds, featuring mature trees, a putting green, and a spa, will require significant ongoing maintenance and associated costs for the new owner.
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