#25-1613, Jon Mahoney, Listing office: Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara
$3,950,000 List price
1228 Bel Air Dr Santa Barbara, CA 93105
4 beds
3 full
2,127 sqft
0.3 acres
$1,857 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1228 Bel Air Dr
Perched at the top of the Bel Air Knolls neighborhood, this reimagined single-level 4-bed, 3-bath modern retreat offers sweeping views of Santa Barbara, the mountains, and ocean. Set on over 1/3 acre of mostly flat land, the expansive backyard features multiple patios, a firepit, & room to add a pool or ADU. Updates include Milgard windows, vaulted ceilings, Whispering White Oak floors, HVAC, & custom lighting. The chef's kitchen showcases Calacatta gold quartz counters, Sub-Zero & Thermador appliances, & a pass-through awning window for effortless indoor/outdoor living. The primary suite offers a steam shower, dual vanity, walk-in closet, & private patio with outdoor shower. Just minutes to Hendry's Beach, Elings Park, & downtown Santa Barbara -this is modern coastal living at its finest
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air
Size2,127 sqft
Lot size0.35 Acres
Year built1963
ParkingGar #2, Unc #2, Interior Access, Attached
MLS #25-2627
Attached garage2 spaces
ViewMountain(s), Ocean, City, Trees/Woods
Virtual tour
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Gas Oven, Washer
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile
- Interior: Smart Thermostat
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Gar #2, Unc #2, Interior Access, Attached
- View: Mountain(s), Ocean, City, Trees/Woods
- Exterior: Patio, Irrigation System
- Architectural Style: Mid-century Modern
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
- List Price: $3,950,000
- Price/SqFt: $1,857
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,376
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Sloped Down, Near Public Transit
- Directions: Las Positas Rd, turn onto Portesuello Ave. Right turn at Bel AIr Drive. Property on the left side past Crestline Dr..
- Year Built: 1963
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 2,127 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.35 Acres
- MLS Number: 25-2627
- MLS Name: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service
- Office Name: eXp Realty of California, Inc.
- Office Phone: (805) 364-9009
- Office Email: ca.broker@exprealty.net
- Listing Agent: Alan Siebenaler, Zia Group
The data relating to real estate for sale on this web site comes from the Internet Data Exchange Program of the Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service. Real estate listings held by other are marked with the “MLS” logo and detailed information about them includes the name of the listing brokers. Based on information from the Santa Barbara MLS. Display of MLS data is usually deemed reliable but is NOT guaranteed accurate by the MLS. Buyers are responsible for verifying the accuracy of all information and should investigate the data themselves or retain appropriate professionals. Information from sources other than the Listing Agent may have been included in the MLS data. Unless otherwise specified in writing, Broker/Agent has not and will not verify any information obtained from other sources. The Broker/Agent providing the information contained herein may or may not have been the Listing and/or Selling Agent. Displays of minimal information (e.g., “thumbnails”, text messages, “tweets”, etc., of two hundred [200] characters or less) are exempt from this requirement but only when linked directly to a display that includes all required disclosures. Audio delivery of listing content is exempt from this disclosure requirement only when all required disclosures are subsequently delivered electronically to the registered consumer performing the property search or linked to through the device’s application. Copyright 2025 Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service. All rights reserved.
Data displayed may be a portion of, and not a complete set of all listings published in the MLS.
Last updated on: 7/30/2025, 5:40:33 PM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.
Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 08, 2024 | Home Sold | $2,000,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $132,868 | $1,376 |
| 2023 | $130,263 | $1,349 |
| 2022 | $127,710 | $1,324 |
| 2021 | $125,206 | $1,290 |
| 2020 | $123,923 | $1,275 |
| 2019 | $121,494 | $1,232 |
| 2018 | $119,112 | $1,232 |
| 2017 | $116,777 | $1,190 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Santa Barbara Community Academy
Public District KG-6
0.3 mi
•850 Portesuello Ave
6
Harding University Partnership School
Public District PK-6
0.6 mi
•1625 Robbins St
7
Adams Elementary School
Public District PK-6
0.9 mi
•2701 Las Positas Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $71,591. The most common annual income of people living in Santa Barbara, CA is between $35k-100k. Typical family type is married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
9%
<35k
48%
35k-100k
29%
100k-200k
14%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
35%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
41%
Married, No Kids
18%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
9%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
19%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
18%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Men's Tennis
Skiing/snowboarding
PGA/LPGA
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
Nordstrom
Chico's
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bonefish Grill
California Pizza Kitchen
Starbucks
What do the neighbors drive?
Lexus
BMW
Cadillac
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Talk/Personality
Classical
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
Similar homes for sale
1 day on Rocket
#25-2865, Randy G Glick, Glick Real Estate Associates, Listing office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
#25-2183, Summer Knight, Listing office: Sun Coast Real Estate
#25-2717, Knight Real Estate Group, Listing office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
2 days on Rocket
#25-2851, Deborah Samuel, Listing office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
#25-2380, Jose Munoz, Listing office: Santa Barbara Realty
#25-1682, Daniel E Encell, Listing office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
22 hours on Rocket
#25-2882, The Hall Team, Listing office: Compass
1 day on Rocket
#25-2874, Dusty Baker Group, Listing office: Sotheby's International Realty
#25-2721, Team Shotwell, Vanessa Shotwell, Listing office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Frequently asked questions
About 1228 Bel Air Dr
The listing price of 1228 Bel Air Dr property is $3,950,000.
The property 1228 Bel Air Dr is a house located in Santa Barbara, California, 93105.
Active Listing: 1228 Bel Air Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1228 Bel Air Dr are: Santa Barbara Community Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Harding University Partnership School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Adams Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), La Cumbre Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Santa Barbara Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), La Colina Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), La Cuesta Continuation High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Alta Vista Alternative High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $1,376 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on January 8, 2024 for $2,000,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1228 Bel Air Dr has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 1228 Bel Air Dr is 2,127 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1228 Bel Air Dr is 1963.
This home is located at 1228 Bel Air Dr in Santa Barbara, CA and zip code 93105 in the Bel Air neighborhood. This 2,127 square foot home, which was built in 1963, sits on a 0.35 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 8, 2025 and is currently priced at $3,950,000.
In June 2025, from all listings sold in Santa Barbara, CA there were more than 26 sold above asking price, over 46 sold below and more than 10 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Santa Barbara, CA increased by 5.9% between May and June 2025. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 35 days, the median list price was $2,127,620.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.