#25-1174, Knight Real Estate Group, Listing Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
$3,495,000 List price
2870 Holly Rd Santa Barbara, CA 93105
3 beds
2 full, 1 partial
2,600 sqft
1.9 acres
$1,344 / sqft
House
Property details
About 2870 Holly Rd
Experience World Class Views & Extraordinary Privacy
Panoramic scenes define this Mediterranean Modern, perfectly positioned atop a knoll just minutes to downtown Santa Barbara. This spectacular home features 3BD/3BA, 2,600±sqft of beautifully upgraded living space, expansive wraparound decks, and triple-pane windows artfully framing cinematic views spanning the mountains, ocean, islands, city & harbor. The sleek kitchen, with its Wolf cooktop, flows into the inspiring dining area. The south-facing primary suite is appointed with a spa-like bath & skyline deck to soak in morning light & coastal breezes. Recent upgrades incl: Backup Batteries, Elevator, Flooring, HVAC, Laundry x2, Roof, Solar Panels, Windows, etc. A spacious garage provides ample storage. A 749±sqft ADU permit in proc offering future value. Prime location by the SB Botanic Gardens, SB Tennis Club, the Old Mission, just 3.5mi to museums, coffee shops, theaters & dining & 10mi to the airport.(If this home sparks interest for you or someone you know, seller financing makes it even more compelling. The door is open for creative deals, including 1031 exchanges & potential trades.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
CoolingAttic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Size2,600 sqft
Lot size1.93 Acres
Year built1988
ParkingGar #2, Unc #1, Interior Access, Attached, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
MLS #25-1336
Attached garage2 spaces
FireplaceLiving Room, Dining Room
ViewMountain(s), Other, Ocean, City, Harbor, Panoramic
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Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Refrigerator, Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Oven, Microwave, Washer
- Flooring Type: Carpet, T/O, Concrete
- Interior: Smart Thermostat
- Fireplace: Living Room, Dining Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Gar #2, Unc #1, Interior Access, Attached, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
- View: Mountain(s), Other, Ocean, City, Harbor, Panoramic
- Exterior: Deck, Patio/Covered, Fruit Trees
- Architectural Style: Contemporary, Medit
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
- List Price: $3,495,000
- Price/SqFt: $1,344
- Annual Tax Amount: $19,403
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Sloped Down
- Year Built: 1988
- Living Area: 2,600 SqFt
- Lot Size: 1.93 Acres
- MLS Number: 25-1336
- MLS Name: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service
- Office Name: Sotheby's International Realty
- Office Phone: (805) 969-4755
- Listing Agent: Robert Heckes
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 15, 2020 | Home Sold | $1,725,000 |
| Aug 17, 1994 | Home Sold | $540,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,830,583 | $19,403 |
| 2023 | $1,794,690 | $19,051 |
| 2022 | $1,759,500 | $18,724 |
| 2021 | $1,725,000 | $18,294 |
| 2020 | $1,275,787 | $13,542 |
| 2019 | $1,250,772 | $13,043 |
| 2018 | $1,226,248 | $13,043 |
| 2017 | $1,202,205 | $12,611 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Peabody Charter School
Public Charter KG-6
1.5 mi
•3018 Calle Noguera
7
Roosevelt Elementary School
Public District KG-6
1.6 mi
•1990 Laguna St
7
Monte Vista Elementary School
Public District KG-6
1.9 mi
•730 N Hope Ave
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 $118,250. Residents of Santa Barbara, CA typically earn between $100k-200k each year. The most common type of family is single, 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?
25%
<35k
18%
35k-100k
37%
100k-200k
20%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
43%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
32%
Married, No Kids
21%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
11%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
12%
18-34 yrs old
50%
35-64 yrs old
21%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
PGA/LPGA
Men's Tennis
Skiing/snowboarding
Where do the neighbors shop?
Chico's
Bloomingdales
Nordstrom
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bonefish Grill
California Pizza Kitchen
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
Lexus
BMW
What do the neighbors listen to?
Classical
News
Talk/Personality
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 2870 Holly Rd
The listing price of 2870 Holly Rd property is $3,495,000.
The property 2870 Holly Rd is a house located in Santa Barbara, California, 93105.
Active Listing: 2870 Holly Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 2870 Holly Rd are: Peabody Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Roosevelt Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Monte Vista Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), La Colina Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), La Cumbre Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Santa Barbara Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Santa Barbara High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), 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 $19,403 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on December 15, 2020 for $1,725,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 2870 Holly Rd has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 2870 Holly Rd is 2,600 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 2870 Holly Rd is 1988.
This home is located at 2870 Holly Rd in Santa Barbara, CA and zip code 93105 in the Mission Canyon neighborhood. This 2,600 square foot home, which was built in 1988, sits on a 1.93 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 5, 2025 and is currently priced at $3,495,000.
Santa Barbara, CA housing market in April 2025 saw over 25 listings sold above listed price, more than 24 sold at listed price and over 43 sold below. The number of listings in Santa Barbara, CA increased by 17.3% between March and April 2025. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $2,151,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 30 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.