285 Las Alturas Road, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103, SANTA BARBARA, 93103 - 2 bed, 2 bath

285 Las Alturas Road, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103 home-pic-0

285 Las Alturas Road

SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103

ACTIVE
CONDITION: EXCELLENT
2Beds
2Baths
1,451Sq Ft
Lot Size

Property Price

LIST PRICE$3,298,000
EST. MARKET VALUE
$2,898,012
13% AboveMARKET VALUE

SUMMARY

Estimated Market Value

$2,898,012
Based on Realkey algorithm analyzing recent comparable sales in SANTA BARBARA.

Comparable Sales Map

Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently

Address Sold Price BedsBathsSq Ft$/SqftDistance
285 Las Alturas Road
Subject
$3,298,000*
List Price
221,451$1,997-
A
128 Las Alturas Road
Sold
$3,249,000331,913$1,6980.2 mi
B
1322 E Cota Street
Active
$2,850,000
List Price
321,606$1,7750.2 mi

* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.

Condition Analysis

OVERALL CONDITION SCORE

Excellent
TeardownExcellent

Property is new construction or fully renovated.

Although originally built in 1972, this property has undergone an extensive, high-end renovation within the last few years, meeting the highest quality standards. The kitchen is equipped with top-of-the-line Wolf, Sub-Zero, and ASKO appliances, modern flat-panel cabinetry, and premium stone backsplashes. The bathrooms feature luxury upgrades including a freestanding soaking tub, stone accent walls, floating vanities, and backlit mirrors. With updated flooring, recessed lighting, and a move-in-ready interior that shows no signs of deferred maintenance, the home effectively functions as a new construction.

PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES

  • 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 = 52272, living area = 1451.

  • Prime Riviera Location

    Situated in the highly sought-after Riviera/Upper neighborhood, this property offers prestige and proximity to Santa Barbara's most desirable amenities.

  • Spectacular Coastal Views

    The home features unobstructed vistas of the harbor, Channel Islands, and breathtaking sunsets, which are premium value drivers in this market.

CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES

  • High Price Per Square Foot

    At a list price of $3,298,000 for 1,451 square feet, the property is priced at a significant premium of over $2,200 per square foot.

  • Limited Bedroom Count

    The two-bedroom configuration may limit the buyer pool, particularly for growing families or those requiring multiple home offices.

  • Split-Level Layout

    The split-level floor plan, while architecturally interesting, may pose accessibility challenges for some buyers compared to a single-level home.

About 285 Las Alturas Road

Beautifully updated mid century modern split- level home features a spacious open floor plan with beamed ceilings and spectacular island and harbor views. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets over the sea and unobstructed vistas of the channel islands from a peaceful and private setting. Tastefully renovated throughout and move in ready, this home offers timeless design, abundant natural light, and serene surroundings in one of Santa Barbara's most sought after locations. Top of the line appliances include Wolf, Sub-Zero and ASKO-combining luxury with function in the heart of the home. Beyond the main residence, the property offers exceptional future flexibility. There is ample space on the grounds for Guest house/ADU.

Property Details

Public Facts

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1972
Lot Size
-

Interior

Total Bedrooms
2
Total Bathrooms
2 (2 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)
Beds2.03.0
31%
Baths2.02.0
50%
Square foot1,4511,922
36%
Lot Size-10,018.8
11%
Price$3.30M$2.13M
80%
Price per sq ft$2.3K$1.0K
93%
Built year19721949
73%
HOA$0$0
50%
Days on market243208
60%

Pricing History

Listed for Sale

Feb 1, 2026

$3,298,000

$3,500,000

-6% Price Drop

Initial Listing

Price Change

Jul 7, 2025

$3,500,000

Initial Listing

Sold

Mar 26, 2019

$2,275,000

Public Record

Sold

Apr 17, 2017

$1,325,000

Public Record

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