1322 E Cota Street, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103 (MLS # 26-1254)
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Move-in ready for summer fun, now with a great new PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Catch the summer breeze from your own backyard. Big ocean views + location + natural light... Perched on Santa Barbara's coveted Lower Riviera / Upper East adjacent to charming Chiquita Road, this classic 1941 Alex d'Alfonso-designed home has been completely updated while preserving its timeless character. Big ocean, island, and downtown views are enjoyed from light-filled spaces wrapped in windows plus over 1,000 square feet of outdoor living and dining terraces. Set behind park-like landscaping, the property lives with rare privacy and features extensive terraced gardens, fruit trees, a fire pit seating area, and hot tub. Creating a true indoor-outdoor retreat. The main upper level offers 2 bedrooms and 1 bath, an open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area with walls of glass framing the views, a gas fireplace, beautiful oak floors, Caesarstone countertops, contemporary lighting, and luxury appliances throughout. Downstairs, a totally private, fully appointed unit with open living, dining, and kitchen, a spacious bedroom, full bath, and additional room (ideal as an office, study, media room, or guest/nanny suite) provides flexible options for multigenerational living, a home office, or potential income. Impeccably maintained and truly turn-key, this Riviera gem pairs architectural pedigree with modern comfort, delivering the quintessential Santa Barbara lifestyle in one outstanding property. Extensive upgrade / maintenance list (including new roof) available upon request.
| LAST UPDATED | 4/17/2026 | TRACT | 15 - Riviera/Lower |
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| YEAR BUILT | 1941 | COMMUNITY | 15 - SB/EAST OF STATE |
| GARAGE SPACES | 1.0 | COUNTY | Santa Barbara |
| STATUS | Active | PROPERTY TYPE(S) | Single Family |
| Elementary School | Franklin |
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| Jr. High School | S.B. Jr. |
| High School | S.B. Sr. |
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| APPLIANCES | Built-In Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator, Washer |
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| AREA | 15 - SB/EAST OF STATE |
| CONSTRUCTION | Stucco |
| FIREPLACE | Yes |
| GARAGE | Attached Garage, Yes |
| HEAT | Wall Furnace |
| LOT | 6098 sq ft |
| PARKING | Attached, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Inside Entrance, Storage |
| STORIES | 2 |
| SUBDIVISION | 15 - Riviera/Lower |
| VIEW | Yes |
| VIEW DESCRIPTION | Ocean, City, Harbor |
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