
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
Analysis of 790 Rockbridge Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93108 is currently available with a list price of $16,495,000. 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.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
This property underwent an extensive high-end renovation in 2022, bringing all components up to modern luxury standards. The kitchen features sleek, contemporary cabinetry with premium integrated appliances and designer lighting, while the bathrooms are outfitted with high-end finishes, floating vanities, and freestanding tubs. The overall quality of the flooring, fixtures, and architectural details reflects a virtually new condition with no deferred maintenance.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 110207, living area = 5369.
Extensively renovated in 2022, this single-level compound features modern architectural design and turn-key luxury, eliminating the need for immediate capital improvements.
Situated on 2.53 acres in the prestigious Riven Rock neighborhood, the property offers rare scale and privacy with a chef's garden, fruit trees, and a pool.
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 5369, other record living area = 4783. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 6, other record bedroom count = 4.
At a listing price of $17.95M, the property sits at a highly competitive ultra-luxury tier where buyers often expect expansive ocean views, whereas this property primarily features mountain views.
The 2.53-acre lot with its elaborate gardens, pool, and multiple outdoor entertaining zones requires substantial ongoing maintenance and staffing to preserve its pristine condition.
Inside the gates of Riven Rock, the storied 1896 McCormick estate, this 2.53-acre property rests beneath a canopy of 200-year-old oaks. Rebuilt over 3 years, the original 1958 house was taken down to the earth. What stands today is a newly constructed single-level residence and detached guest house, designed to sit quietly within the landscape. Vaulted shiplap ceilings, blackened steel windows, Venetian plaster, Italian marble, brushed brass, white oak, and walls of glass open to the oak grove and gardens beyond. The grounds unfold with decomposed-granite paths, a natural-edge pool, sunken firepit beneath a century-old oak, chef's garden, fruit trees, and original stone bridges from the historic estate. Cold Spring School District. Moments to the Upper Village and Butterfly Beach.
No exterior & parking available.
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 6.0 | 4.0 | 90% |
| Baths | 6.0 | 5.0 | 79% |
| Square foot | 5,369 | 3,732.5 | 90% |
| Lot Size | 110,207 | 41,382 | 94% |
| Price | $16.50M | $5.30M | 98% |
| Price per sq ft | $3.1K | $1.8K | 92% |
| Built year | 1958 | 1978 | 25% |
| HOA | $250 | $0 | 75% |
| Days on market | 69 | 224 | 2% |
May 20, 2026
$16,495,000
$17,950,000
-8% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Apr 6, 2026
$17,950,000
Initial Listing
Sep 10, 2020
$2,700,000
Public Record
Apr 4, 1995
$920,000
Public Record
Dec 29, 1993
$900,000
Public Record