First time on the market in over 50 years! Perched on a quiet street above downtown Santa Barbara, 823 Arguello Road is a rare offering with breathtaking panoramic views spanning the city skyline, harbor, Channel Islands and Pacific Ocean. From spectacular sunrises and sunsets to Fourth of July fireworks shimmering over the waterfront, the setting is quintessentially Santa Barbara. This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is filled with warmth, character and natural light. A spacious deck and expansive private backyard offer wonderful spaces for entertaining, gardening and outdoor living, with room to imagine an artist studio or creative retreat. Moments from the Mission, Rose Garden, El Encanto and downtown, this is a special opportunity where views, location and possibility come together.
Active
$2,488,000
823 Arguello Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
3beds
1,507sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1936
8,276 Square Feet Lot
$2,446,400 Zestimate®
$1,651/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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- 418 |
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Hutch Axilrod 01939922 805-637-6378,
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Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 26-2856
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Built-In Gas Range, Built-In Gas Oven, Tankless Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: In Kitchen
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,507
- Total interior livable area: 1,507 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Outside, Garage, Storage, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Approach with Ramp, Hand Rails
Features
- Levels: Entry Lvl(No Stairs),Single Story,Outside Stairs
- Patio & porch: Patio, Deck, Terrace, Rear Porch, Front Porch, Covered
- Exterior features: Lawn, Yard Irrigation PRT
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Islands, Coastline, Ocean, City, Harbor, Panoramic
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Islands,Coastline,Ocean,Harbor
Lot
- Size: 8,276 Square Feet
- Features: Steep Slope, Sloped Up, Near Public Transit
- Topography: Upslope, Foothills, Hilly
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 027151011
- Zoning: E-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Raised, Mixed, Pier & Post, Caisson/Piling
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Excellent,Good
- Year built: 1936
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: 15 - Riviera/Lower
Location
- Region: Santa Barbara
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,651/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $288,605
- Date on market: 8/27/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 2 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Exclusions: Fireplace Equipment, Potted Plants
Estimated market value
$2,446,400
$2.32M - $2.57M
$7,512/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,488,000$1,651/sqft |
Source:  SBMLS #26-2856 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $288,605 +2% |
| 2025 | $3,059 +1.9% | $282,947 +109.1% |
| 2024 | $3,003 +104.2% | $135,332 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,470 +2% | $132,680 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,441 +2.7% | $130,079 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,403 +1.1% | $127,530 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,387 +2% | $126,224 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,361 +1.7% | $123,750 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,338 +3.5% | $121,324 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,292 -4.1% | $118,946 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,347 +2.8% | $116,615 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,310 | $114,864 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,310 | $112,615 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $109,910 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $107,756 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $106,951 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $107,206 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $105,105 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $103,045 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $101,026 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $99,046 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $95,326 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $93,458 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $91,626 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $89,830 |
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Neighborhood: Lower Riviera
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Roosevelt Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Santa Barbara Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 6/10Santa Barbara Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Roosevelt
- Middle: S.B. Jr.
- High: S.B. Sr.
Source: SBMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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