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Property Description
Gated and thoughtfully updated, this Spanish-style residence rests on 1.02 acres in one of Montecito's most desirable locations. Enjoy peaceful glimpses of the Santa Barbara Harbor, mature trees, and beautifully landscaped grounds just minutes from Cold Spring School and both Upper and Lower Villages. The main level flows effortlessly across multiple gathering spaces, including a formal living room, a gracious dining room, and a spacious family room with exposed beam ceilings. The thoughtfully designed kitchen featuring custom cabinetry, a large center island, and premium appliances connects seamlessly to an inviting casual living area ideal for daily life and entertaining. The serene primary suite offers direct access to the patio and gardens through a set of French doors, inviting a seamless indoor-outdoor connection. The home also includes four additional bedrooms, which includes a playful bunk room and well-appointed guest accommodations - designed with comfort and flexibility in mind. The bedrooms are complemented by a separate upstairs office retreat featuring a fireplace, balcony, and harbor views - an inspiring space for work or quiet reflection. Outdoors, a sweeping veranda opens to a pool and spa surrounded by lush lawn and vibrant gardens. Olive trees and a custom fountain accent the welcoming motor court, setting the tone for this classic yet livable Montecito retreat.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1029 Alston Rd
General
- Sold For: $6,780,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: CLAW
- MLS ID: 25557083
- Added to Site: 220 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Other
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Other
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 5
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Room
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: In-Ground
- Spa: Yes
- Spa Description: In-Ground
- Other Features: None
Parking
- Garage Description: Garage - 3 Car
Location
- Area: Montecito
- County: Santa Barbara
- Driving Directions: Montecito
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Spanish
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 4,157
- Sq. Ft. Source: Vendor Enhanced
- Year Built: 1948
- Year Built Source: Vendor Enhanced
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: None
Lot Features
- Property View: Ocean
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.02
- Lot Size: 44431
- Lot Size Source: Vendor Enhanced
- Zoning: A-2
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $1,682.7
- Assessment Year: 1948
Disclosures and Reports
- Disclosures/Reports: None
- APN: 009-091-002
Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Propert, Cristal Clarke
Sold by Out Of Area, OUT OF AREA
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Schools
Schools serving 1029 Alston Rd
School Districts:Cold Spring Elementary School District, Santa Barbara Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Cold Spring Elementary School 2243 Sycamore Canyon Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93108 | K-6 | 1 mi |
Santa Barbara Junior High School 721 East Cota Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103 | 7-8 | 2 mi |
Santa Barbara Senior High School 700 East Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103 | 9-12 | 2.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1029 Alston Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/16/2025
Sold
$6,780,000
-3.07%
MLS
8/07/2025
Price Reduced
$6,995,000
-12.29%
MLS
6/10/2025
Listed
$7,975,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
1029 Alston Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108 (MLS# 25557083) is a Single Family property that was sold at $6,780,000 on September 16, 2025. Want to learn more about 1029 Alston Rd? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Santa Barbara? You can browse all Santa Barbara real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

