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1720 Villa Avenue
1720 Villa Avenue
1720 Villa Avenue
1720 Villa Avenue
1720 Villa Avenue
1720 Villa Avenue
1720 Villa Avenue
1720 Villa Avenue
1720 Villa Avenue
1720 Villa Avenue
1720 Villa Avenue
1720 Villa Avenue
1720 Villa Avenue
1720 Villa Avenue
1720 Villa Avenue
1720 Villa Avenue
1720 Villa Avenue
1720 Villa Avenue
1720 Villa Avenue
1720 Villa Avenue
1720 Villa Avenue
1720 Villa Avenue
1720 Villa Avenue
1720 Villa Avenue
1720 Villa Avenue
1720 Villa Avenue
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Courtesy of The Santa Barbara Group, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
$1,495,000

1720 Villa Avenue

2 Beds 1 Bath 801 Sq.Ft. 5,227.2 Sq.Ft.

Open House

9/5/2026 2:00PM - 4:00PM PDT
9/6/2026 1:00PM - 4:00PM PDT

Description

Offered for the first time since 1960, this charming 1926 Spanish Craftsman is located on Santa Barbara's Westside, convenient to schools, parks, shopping, and neighborhood amenities. Lovingly held by the same family for more than 65 years, the property blends vintage character with thoughtful updates and wonderful indoor-outdoor living.
A covered front porch framed by graceful arches welcomes you the original French door opening into a warm and inviting living room featuring a gas fireplace, original crown molding, and built-in bookcases and curio cabinets. The kitchen offers newer appliances, new flooring, oak cabinetry, tile countertops and backsplash, a casual dinette area, and direct access to the backyard. The home features two surprisingly spacious bedrooms for a residence of this vintage, with new flooring in the bedrooms and hallway and a convenient hall linen closet. The beautifully remodeled bathroom features a shower over tub, handsome Spanish-style tile, pedestal sink, and additional built-in storage.



Out back, a large covered patio and entertainment area with built-in barbecue and sink creates an ideal setting for outdoor dining and gatherings. For generations, this backyard has been the setting for family celebrations and parties accommodating large groups -- a tradition the next owner can easily continue.



The property provides parking for up to three vehicles plus a carport. The original garage was converted many years ago and currently includes a laundry area, bathroom with shower, and additional exercise/office/craft space, offering intriguing possibilities for future use. Buyers may wish to investigate the potential for permitting or conversion to an ADU.



A separate detached structure provides even more flexibility and could make an excellent workshop, art or craft studio, exercise room, or private home office.



Mature producing fruit trees, low-maintenance drought-tolerant landscaping, fresh interior and exterior paint, dual-pane windows, a new wall heater, and updated hardware add comfort and convenience, while carefully preserved original fixtures and architectural details retain the character that makes this home special.



After more than six decades in the same family, this beloved Westside property is ready for its next chapter.

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Location

1720 Villa Avenue, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101

Status

For Sale

Property Amenities

Interior
Laundry room Gas Hookup, In Garage
Fireplace Living Room, Gas
Appliances Refrigerator, Built-In Gas Range, Built-In Gas Oven, Dryer, Washer
Flooring Carpet
Total Bedrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 1
Area & Lot
Open house

9/5/2026 2:00PM - 4:00PM PDT

9/6/2026 1:00PM - 4:00PM PDT

Lot Area 5,227.2 Sq.Ft.
Living area 801 Sq.Ft.
MLS® ID 26-2898
Year Built 1925
High School San Marcos
Middle School LaCumbre
Elementary School Harding
Architecture Styles Spanish
Type Residential
Status For Sale
Exterior
Heat type Wall Furnace
Water Source Meter Poss, SB Wtr
Sewer Sewer Hookup
Other Exterior Features Fruit Trees, Drought Tolerant LND
Parking Carport
Lot Features Interior Lot, Level, Near Public Transit
Roof Composition, Tile
Finance
Sales Price $1,495,000

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