780 Mission Canyon Road

SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105

Beds

4

Baths

6

Square Ft.

6,034

Closed

Residential

$3,490,000

Here's a rare opportunity to own a legacy estate in the Upper East, near Mission Canyon. Villa Firenze, a 16 room classic estate, was recently restored to exacting details, and sits on 2, flat, pvt lots totaling 1.2 acres. The home features a grand Living Room w/18' ceilings & 11'… Read More windows, guest wing, beautifully remodeled kitchen, large (upstairs) master suite flex offices & studio spaces (MORE). Here is a rare opportunity to own a private Santa Barbara estate on more than one acre, in the coveted Upper East, at the gateway to Mission Canyon. Villa Firenze, a magical 6,000+ sq ft legacy estate superbly sited on 1.2 acres, features more than 16 rooms, with an ideal floor plan for entertaining. Over the years the Villa, as the home of American composer, Mildred Couper, has been the site of many musical and literary salons, with luminaries in the arts and business alike gathering to share conversation and enjoy live concerts. The grand living room welcomes guests with 18 foot high ceilings, 11-foot original windows, the original fireplace, and a spacious dining area. The home also offers a gourmet kitchen with top of the line appliances, a breakfast room, 4 bedroom (suites), 4 full baths and 2 half-baths, solarium, den, media room, laundry room, 2 separate offices with meeting rooms, 3 car garage, motor court and curated gardens with specimen fruit trees, flowers and exotic plants. Originally built in 1919 the main house was added to in the 1980s, and beginning in 2003, underwent a complete remodel that incorporated designer/owner Angela Gresser's gorgeous aesthetic with important green design principles. The overhaul, truly a labor of love, cost more than $2 million, and took more than four years to complete. Today, Villa Firenze offers an unparalleled lifestyle of inspired elegance, stunning gardens, and inviting public and private spaces. Nourished by abundant sunlight and surrounded by lovely fountains and gardens this 1.2 acre property includes more than 20 varieties of fruit-bearing trees and bushes and has become a refuge for birds and butterflies. The Mediterranean gardens and orchards were planned to optimize water conservation and feature many plants native to California and other drought resilient species. Stately oaks, cedars, pines and cypresses, a rose garden, grape arbor, bamboo grove, and many large boulders create a dramatic yet tranquil landscape. Vine covered pergolas, custom-designed by the owner, and an expansive lawn are ideal for entertaining. Located in the prestigious Upper East, a short distance to the Santa Barbara Mission, neighboring parks and downtown Santa Barbara, Villa Firenze offers a once in a lifetime opportunity to secure the amenities of a private, history rich estate near downtown Santa Barbara. Read Less

Courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties.

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

304

Last Updated

Jun 14, 2025

Property Type

Home/Estate

Beds

4

Full Baths

4

Partial Baths

2

Square Ft.

6,034

Lot Size

1.2 Acres

Year Built

1919

MLS Number

15-751

30 Days Snapshot Of 93105

$2.05M

-18%

(avg) sold price

20

+42%

homes sold

50

+6%

(avg) days on market

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Property Access

Road Frontage Type: "Easement"

Appliances & Equipment

Appliances: "Refrigerator", "Gas Range", "Dishwasher", "Disposal", "Double Oven", "Dryer", "Rev Osmosis", "Wtr Softener/Owned"

Building

Built in 1919, Living Area: 0, Construction Materials: "Stucco", Building Area Total: 6,034, Architectural Style: "Medit", "Estate"

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: "Patio Open", "Lawn", "Fruit Trees", "Fenced: ALL", "Drought Tolerant LND", "Permeable Driveway"

Fireplaces

Features: "Living Room"

Floors

Flooring: "Hardwood", "Stone"

Foundation

Foundation Details: "Slab", "Raised", "Mixed"

Heating

Heating Included, Heating: "Forced Air", "Radiant"

Laundry

Features: "Laundry Room"

Lot

Square Feet: 52,272, Features: "Level", "Near Public Transit", Area: 1.2, 1 acres

Parking

Features: "Gar #3", "Unc #4", "Detached"

Pets Policy

Pets Allowed: "Yes"

Property

Zoning: Other, R-1, View: "Mountain(s)", "Setting", Property Condition: "Excellent", Parcel Number: 023-230-016

Roof

Roof: "Tile"

Sewer

Sewer: "Sewer Hookup"

Utilities

Water Source: "SB Wtr"

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