428 Corona Del Mar Drive, Santa Barbara

$3,399,000

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5 Beds
3 Baths
3,088 Sqft
.11 Acre
2 Garages

Between the sea breeze of the Funk Zone and the timeless charm of the Montecito Post, The Sea Captain's House offers 5 bedrooms and 2.5 baths across two units and approximately 3,100 square feet. Restored with care in 2019, the 1911 home balances original craftsmanship with modern coastal living. The main residence features 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, with light spilling through picture windows and wood-beamed ceilings adding warmth to every gathering space. Upstairs, a separate 2 bedroom 1 bath unit includes its own kitchen and living area, filled with natural light and a bright, airy feel, perfect for extended family, private guest quarters, or as a flexible rental opportunity. Framed by gardens and embraced by a classic white picket fence, the home greets you with a cheerful redDutch door. Inside, character and charm unfold in every room, blending history with a sense of openness and calm. A detached garage and small art studio add flexibility for work, hobbies, or quiet retreat.Steeped in nostalgia yet refreshed for modern life, The Sea Captain's House is more than a residence, it's a story of light, charm, and coastal living carried forward for generations.Additionally, this property is a turnkey legal short-term vacation rental property in the Coastal Zone that's been generating steady and substantial monthly income over the past five years. Don't miss this rare high-quality and high-performing investment opportunity.

Essential Information

MLS® #
V1-32910
Price
$3,399,000
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3.00
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Square Footage
3,088
Acres
0.11
Year Built
1911
Type
Residential
Sub-Type
Duplex
Style
Cape Cod
Status
Active

Community Information

Address
428 Corona Del Mar Drive
Area
VC81 - Santa Barbara
City
Santa Barbara
County
Santa Barbara
Zip Code
93103
Senior Community
N

Community Features

Curbs, Street Lights, Sidewalks

Amenities

Parking Spaces
2
# of Garages
2
View
Mountain(s)
Pool
None

Interior

Interior
Carpet, Wood
Interior Features
Bedroom on Main Level
Cooling
None
Fireplace
Yes
Fireplaces
Living Room
Stories
Two

Exterior

Lot Description
Sprinklers None
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Raised

Additional Information

Date Listed
October 13th, 2025
Days on Market
61

Listing Details

Agent
Brooke Ebner
Office
BHHS California Properties

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