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Santa Barbara, CA

$2,680,000

1322 E Cota Street, Santa Barbara, CA
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,606
Sq Ft
1941
Built
138
Days listed

About this home

Newly Priced at $2,680,000 Lower Riviera Living, Reimagined.Some homes ask you to imagine the life you could live. This one simply delivers it. Perched on Santa Barbara's coveted Lower Riviera, this 1941 Alex d'Alfonso original frames the kind of views people move to California for sweeping ocean, island, and downtown panoramas that shift with the light and stay with you long after you've left. Walls of glass draw the outside in, and more than 1,000 square feet of terraces invite you to linger over morning coffee, evening wine, or long summer dinners in the open air. The craftsmanship is exceptional. Completely updated while honoring d'Alfonso's timeless architectural pedigree, the home moves effortlessly between warmth and refinement beautiful oak floors, Caesarstone countertops, a gas fireplace, contemporary lighting, and luxury appliances throughout. Every detail has been thoughtfully considered. Every surface, impeccably maintained.Step outside and the lifestyle deepens: terraced gardens, mature fruit trees, a fire pit for cool coastal evenings, and a hot tub set within grounds that feel more like a private park than a backyard. A fully appointed lower-level unit its own living / dining / kitchen, bedroom, full bath, flexible additional room, and laundry offers gracious options for guests, family, or income, without sacrificing an ounce of privacy. This is the quintessential Santa Barbara life, delivered turn-key and ready for summer. Now at a compelling new price. Extensive upgrade and maintenance list - including a new roof - available upon request.

Facts & features

Interior
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2 full, 0 half
Living area
1,606 sq ft
Interior features
Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fans, Separate Formal Dining Room, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Storage
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Flooring
Tile
Fireplace
Living Room
Heating
Wall Furnace
Cooling
None
Laundry
In Kitchen, Outside
Levels
Two
Spa
Above Ground
Exterior & lot
Lot size
0.14 acres (6,098 sq ft)
Pool
None
View
City Lights, Harbor, Ocean, Panoramic
Architectural style
Mid Century Modern
Year built
1941
Parking
Door Single, Driveway, Garage
Parking spaces
3
Community
Area
VC 81 - Santa Barbara
County
Santa Barbara
Listing details
Status
Active
Property type
Single Family Residence
Days on market
138
Listed
2026-02-02
Original price
$2,850,000
Parcel #
031262018
MLS #
26645959
Listed by
Lisa Foley · Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Location

Price history

Listed
$2,850,000 · 2026-02-02
Price reduced
$2,680,000 (−$170,000)
Days on market
138
Current price
$2,680,000
Financing

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Estimated monthly payment
$16,812
$13,552 principal & interest · $3,261 taxes & insurance
$536,000
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Loan $2,144,000

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Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties. © 2026. The multiple listing data appearing on this website is owned and copyrighted by California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. ("CRMLS") and is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Information provided is for the consumer's personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties the consumer may be interested in purchasing. All data, including but not limited to all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. The listing broker's offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed. Last updated July 26, 2026 Equal Housing Opportunity.

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