Courtesy of Anca C. Horovitz, Anca Horovitz 323-481-9550
Property Description
Welcome to 3978 Laguna Blanca Drive, an exceptional and expansive estate set on approximately 1.23 acres in the heart of the prestigious Hope Ranch community of Santa Barbara. On the market for the first time in 50 years, this substantial residence offers approximately 8,735 square feet of living space with 12 bedrooms and 12 bathrooms, providing remarkable flexibility for grand-scale living, multi-generational households, guest accommodations, or estate-style entertaining. Privately positioned behind mature landscaping, the property offers a rare combination of scale, privacy, and presence within one of the Central Coasts most coveted neighborhoods. Built in 1970, the home is defined by generous proportions, abundant natural light, and a flowing floor plan designed to accommodate both everyday living and large gatherings. Multiple fireplaces and expansive living areas create warmth and comfort, while the layout allows for seamless indoor-outdoor connection and significant opportunity for customization or modernization. The size and configuration of the residence lend themselves to a wide range of uses, including home offices, wellness spaces, creative studios, or private guest suites. The grounds unfold as a private retreat, featuring a sweeping motor court, mature trees, open lawn areas, and a swimming pool framed by garden and patio spaces ideal for outdoor dining, relaxation, and recreation. The acreage provides ample room for enhanced outdoor living or future estate-level improvements while maintaining a strong sense of seclusion. Hope Ranch offers a lifestyle unmatche
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Property Details and Features
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Bathrooms
- 12 total bathrooms
- 11 full bathrooms
- 1 half bathroom
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Bedrooms
- 12 total bedrooms
- 12 possible bedrooms
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Building
- Built in 1970
- Building area total: 8735
- 2 stories
- 2 stories total
- Living area: 8735
- Living area units: Sqft
- Building area units: Sqft
- Entry level: 1
- “Mediterranean/Spanish”
- “No Common Walls”
- “2 Story”
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Community
- “Horse Trails”
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Cooling
- “Central Forced Air”
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Exterior Features
- Patio and porch features: “Patio”, “Patio Open”
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Fireplaces
- “FP in Living Room”
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Garage
- 4 spaces
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Water Features
- Water source: “Public”
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Heating
- “Forced Air Unit”
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Home Owner’s Association
- Amenities: “Call for Rules”, “Outdoor Cooking Area”, “Pet Rules”, “Picnic Area”, “Playground”, “Barbecue”, “Horse Trails”, “Security”
- Fee: $3,719
- Fee frequency: Annual
- Fee includes: “Other/Remarks”, “Security”
- Name: Hope Ranch Park Homes Ass
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Interior Features
- “2 Staircases”
- “Beamed Ceilings”
- “Pantry”
- “Wet Bar”
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Listing
- Listing ID: SR26025562
- List price: $9,995,000
- 42 days on market
- Listing contract date: 2026-02-03
- Special listing conditions: “Standard”
- “Cash”
- “Cash To New Loan”
- “Seller May Carry”
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Lot
- 53,579 size sqft
- Size area: 1.23
- Size units: Acres
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Parking
- Total: 4
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Pool
- “Below Ground”
- “Private”
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Property
- Property subtype: Detached
- Property type: Residential
- “Mountains/Hills”
- “Trees/Woods”
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Roof
- “Spanish Tile”
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Schools
- High school district: San Marcos Unified School Distri
- Middle or junior school district: San Marcos Unified School Distri
- Elementary school district: San Marcos Unified School Distri
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Sewer
- “Unknown”
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Spa
- “Private”
- “Private Below Ground”
