Ocean air. Golden sunsets. Endless potential.
Welcome to 635 Ricardo—a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home located on a peaceful hillside in the Mesa, one of Santa Barbara's most sought-after neighborhoods.
With nearly 1,500 sq ft of living space on a spacious 10,000 sq ft lot, this property offers a rare blend of comfort, charm, and opportunity. Plantation shutters, an upgraded paver driveway, and warm natural light create a sense of ease the moment you arrive.
Whether you're looking to move right in or customize the home to your style, 635 Ricardo offers the perfect starting point—along with captivating ocean views.
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$2,300,000
635 Ricardo Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
3beds
1,494sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1961
-- sqft lot
$2,329,200 Zestimate®
$1,539/sqft
$6,174 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,329,200
$2.12M - $2.56M
$6,174/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: November 10, 2025 at 05:00pm
Listed by:
Roylin Downs 01065591 805-850-5443,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Bought with:
Jim Callahan, 01997946
Compass
Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 25-3918
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,494
- Total interior livable area: 1,494 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 4
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Single Story
- Exterior features: Drought Tolerant LND
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Hot Tub
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean, Partial/Filtered
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
Details
- Parcel number: 035291005
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Other
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 1961
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Hookup
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Santa Barbara
- Subdivision: 20 - Mesa
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Ctnl
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/10/2025 | Sold | $2,300,000+0.2%$1,539/sqft |
Source:  SBMLS #25-3918 Report a problem | ||
| 11/8/2025 | Pending sale | $2,295,000$1,536/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #V1-33009 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2025 | Contingent | $2,295,000$1,536/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #V1-33009 Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,295,000+595.5%$1,536/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #V1-33009 Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/1996 | Sold | $330,000+3.4%$221/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $19,020 +236.5% | $1,800,000 +234.9% |
| 2024 | $5,652 +1.9% | $537,447 +2% |
| 2023 | $5,547 +1.8% | $526,910 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Alta Mesa
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Washington Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10La Cumbre Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 8/10San Marcos Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Washington
- Middle: LaCumbre
- 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.
- California
- Santa Barbara County
- Santa Barbara
- 93109
- Alta Mesa
- 635 Ricardo Ave