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Santa Barbara, CA

$3,195,000

1720 Mission Ridge Road, Santa Barbara, CA
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,202
Sq Ft
1970
Built
62
Days listed

About this home

Enjoy life on the American Riviera in this playfully reimagined home with Gaud-inspired curves and signature David Shelton ironwork. Seductive south-facing views bring inspiring Pacific Ocean scenery, soothing sunsets, and romantic city lights into the living spaces. Located in one of the Riviera's most prestigious neighborhoods, moments from the El Encanto Hotel, the iconic Santa Barbara Mission, the home makes a striking first impression blending vibrant gardens, whimsical character with the soulful spirit of Santa Barbara. A dramatic Spanish-inspired entry ascends to the light-filled great room with soaring ceilings, large picture windows and Juliet balconies showcasing ocean & city views. The home offers 3 bedrooms, 3 baths with a mezzanine floor ideal for a home office or studio. The magical back yard features private botanical gardens with meandering paths, bountiful fruit trees and level terraces with inspiring vistas providing a perfect spot for daily relaxation or an artistic haven.

Facts & features

Interior
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3 full, 0 half
Living area
2,202 sq ft
Interior features
Block Walls, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Multiple Staircases, Loft
Appliances
Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Purifier
Flooring
Bamboo, Carpet
Fireplace
Great Room, Living Room
Heating
Forced Air
Levels
Multi Split
Spa
None
Exterior & lot
Lot size
0.34 acres (14,810 sq ft)
Pool
None
View
City Lights, Coastline, Harbor, Hills, Landmark, Marina, Mountains, Panoramic, Trees Woods, Water
Architectural style
Spanish
Year built
1970
Parking
Door Multi, Driveway, Garage, Private, Tandem
Parking spaces
3
Community
Area
VC 81 - Santa Barbara
County
Santa Barbara
Listing details
Status
Active
Property type
Single Family Residence
Days on market
62
Listed
2026-02-24
Original price
$3,495,000
Parcel #
019090003
MLS #
26656155
Listed by
Katherine Henry · Sotheby's International Realty

Location

Price history

Listed
$3,495,000 · 2026-02-24
Price reduced
$3,195,000 (−$300,000)
Days on market
62
Current price
$3,195,000
Financing

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Estimated monthly payment
$20,043
$16,156 principal & interest · $3,887 taxes & insurance
$639,000
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Loan $2,556,000

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