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Property Description
Experience the perfect blend of cutting-edge design, high-tech convenience, and laid-back coastal living in this stunning 3,600-square-foot, 4-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home (plus office) set on nearly ½ acre in coveted Bel Air Knolls. Thoughtfully reimagined just over a year ago, the home underwent an extensive renovation and has since been further enhanced with thoughtful upgrades, including a custom-designed outdoor firepit, spa tub, extensive drainage, new landscaping, and more. Bold, high-contrast surfaces pair with white oak and plaster to create a striking approach to warm minimalism. Meanwhile, features like 8-zone surround sound, solar power, interior fire sprinklers, a hardwired alarm and camera system, and 4-zone heating/cooling blend practicality with sleek, modern design. The living room evokes the scale and drama of a contemporary gallery, with soaring ceilings, expansive walls for art, and La Cantina nano doors that fully open to reveal mountain views and an effortless indoor-outdoor lifestyle. The chef's kitchen is a showstopper, featuring white oak cabinetry, an 11-foot island, an 8-burner Wolf range, and a hidden butler's pantry with a full kitchen for elevated entertaining. A custom bar, dual fireplaces, and a climate-controlled wine cellar make the space perfect for hosting in style. All bedrooms are ensuite, the primary of which features a soaking tub, oversized shower, and a white oak walk-in closet behind arched iron doors - in addition to views and direct access to a bespoke cedar-sided hot tub. Outside, the reimagined landscape includes an outdoor kitchen, putting green, lounge area with a plaster fireplace, antique limestone fountains, and mature olive trees - all set against breathtaking city views. Just moments from Hendry's Beach and Elings Park, "Casa Bella Vista" blends dynamic design with effortless California living, perfectly positioned in the heart of it all.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1250 Bel Air Dr
General
- Sold For: $4,490,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SBAOR
- MLS ID: 25-3116
- Added to Site: 152 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Smart Thermostat
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Family Room, Gas, Patio
- Appliances: Refrigerator, Built-In Gas Oven, Tankless Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Stove, Microwave, Washer, Water Softener (Owned)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: 220V Elect, Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Improvements: PAved, SideWalks, Street Lights
- Security/Safety: Fire Sprinkler System, Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector
Exterior
- Exterior Features: SPA-Outside, Yard Irrigation T/O, Fenced: ALL
Parking
- Attached garage: Yes
- Parking Features: Gar #2, Attached
- Garage Description: Attached
Location
- Area: 20 - SB/WEST OF STATE
- County: Santa Barbara
- Subdivision: 20 - Bel Air Knolls
- Cross Streets: Portesuello Avenue
- Driving Directions: Heading N on 101 Freeway, exit Las Positas, turn left onto Las Positas, stay straight going over the Modoc intersection, turn left onto Portesuello Ave, then left on Bel Air Dr. house is on the left.
School Information
- Elementary School: Harding
- Middle School: LaCumbre
- High School: San Marcos
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Heat Pump
Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Hookup
- Water: SB Wtr
Structural Information
- # Buildings: 1
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Construction: Stucco
- Exterior Const.: Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Flat
- Square Feet: 3,644
- Year Built: 1963
- Property Condition: Excellent
Lot Features
- Property View: Mountain(s), City
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.47
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 20,473
- Lot Size: 20473
- Zoning: R-1
Financial Considerations
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Reports: Prelim
- Property ID: 049-231-012
Listed by Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara
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Schools
Schools serving 1250 Bel Air Dr
School District:Santa Barbara Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Harding University Partnership 1625 Robbins Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 | PK-6 | 0.6 mi |
La Cumbre Junior High School 2255 Modoc Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 | 7-8 | 0.4 mi |
San Marcos Senior High School 4750 Hollister Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 93110 | 9-12 | 3.5 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 1250 Bel Air Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/04/2025
Sold
$4,490,000
-4.37%
MLS
8/18/2025
Listed
$4,695,000
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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.
1250 Bel Air Drive, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 (MLS# 25-3116) is a Single Family property that was sold at $4,490,000 on November 04, 2025. Want to learn more about 1250 Bel Air Drive? 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.

