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Property Description
Welcome to 959 Palermo Drive, a beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home ideally situated on a desirable corner lot in Santa Barbara's highly sought-after Hidden Valley neighborhood. Offering over 1,700 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, this home blends timeless character with modern comforts in one of the area's most convenient locations--perfectly positioned between Santa Barbara and Goleta with ease of access to the beach or downtown. Step inside to discover beautiful original hardwood floors, fresh interior paint, granite countertops, and a refreshed kitchen featuring new stainless steel appliances, including a cooktop, oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, and sink. Smart home lighting throughout allows you to customize your home's ambiance with the touc ambiance with the touch of a button, while the premium LifeSource whole-house water system with granulated charcoal filtration and de-scaler delivers clean, conditioned water to every faucet without the need for bottled water or salt. The spacious backyard is a private retreat with newly refreshed landscaping, mature avocado and orange trees, and plenty of room to entertain, garden, or simply unwind in Santa Barbara's incredible year-round climate. A detached garage, generous driveway, and abundant on- and off-street parking provide exceptional convenience for family and guests alike. Located just a short stroll--approximately 700 feet--from the neighborhood park, this home also enjoys convenient access to Santa Barbara's expanding bike path network, making it easy to explore the city on two wheels. Ride west to Hendry's (Arroyo Burro) Beach for a morning surf or sunset picnic, cruise downtown for coffee or dinner, or enjoy miles of scenic pathways connecting Santa Barbara and Goleta. With beaches, hiking trails, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences just minutes away, this exceptional location offers the perfect balance of accessibility, outdoor recreation, privacy, and tranquility. Whether you're enjoying a quiet evening under the trees, entertaining friends in the backyard, or taking advantage of everything the Santa Barbara lifestyle has to offer, 959 Palermo Drive is a rare opportunity to own a move-in-ready home in one of the city's most beloved neighborhoods.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 959 Palermo Dr
General
- Sold For: $2,212,600
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SBAOR
- MLS ID: 26-2438
- Added to Site: 78 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room
- Appliances: Refrigerator, Built-In Gas Range, Built-In Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Improvements: Public, SideWalks, Street Lights
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Lawn, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation PRT
Parking
- Attached garage: Yes
- Parking Features: Garage, Attached
- Garage Description: Attached
Location
- Area: 20 - SB/WEST OF STATE
- County: Santa Barbara
- Subdivision: 20 - Hidden Valley
- Cross Streets: Barcelona Dr
School Information
- Elementary School: Adams
- Middle School: LaCumbre
- High School: San Marcos
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pet Restrictions: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s)
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Composition
- Square Feet: 1,725
- Year Built: 1959
- Property Condition: Excellent
Lot Features
- Property View: Setting
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,840.8
- Lot Size: .18
- Lot Features: Corner Lot, Near Public Transit
- Zoning: R-1
Financial Considerations
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 049-132-006
Listed by eXp Realty of California
Sold by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
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Schools
Schools serving 959 Palermo Dr
School District:Santa Barbara Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Adams Elementary School, Santa Barbara, CA 2701 Las Positas Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 | PK-6 | 1 mi |
La Cumbre Junior High School 2255 Modoc Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 | 7-8 | 1.1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 959 Palermo Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/18/2026
Sold
$2,212,600
-0.56%
MLS
8/26/2026
Price Reduced
$2,225,000
-3.22%
MLS
7/23/2026
Listed
$2,299,000
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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.
959 Palermo Drive, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 (MLS# 26-2438) is a Single Family property that was sold at $2,212,600 on September 18, 2026. Want to learn more about 959 Palermo 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.

