“April is a true professional in every sense of the word. Her work ethic, communication skills, knowledge, expertise and care are second to none. If you are looking for the very best, look no further!”
Century 21 Hometown Realty
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Geoff Rue
5.0
(10)
Compass
8 recent sales (1 in Riviera)
$635K-$3.15M price range
$1.3M median price
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Learn more about what Riviera has to offer.
Riviera offers residents stunning ocean views, easy beach access, a close-knit community, and a balanced mix of tranquil homes with convenient access to parks, dining, and outdoor recreation.
Riviera in Santa Barbara sits on the hills above downtown, offering dramatic city and ocean views along curving residential streets. Many homes are terraced into the slopes, so buyers will want to weigh driveway access, stairways, and parking layouts along with those views and abundant natural light.
Despite its hillside setting, Riviera connects easily to daily needs. It is minutes from Downtown Santa Barbara, where you will find shopping, services, and dining along State Street. Residents enjoy quick access to Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, Old Mission Santa Barbara, and outdoor space at Franceschi Park, which doubles as a local lookout point. Nearby Santa Barbara Bowl brings in major concerts, an important lifestyle draw for many buyers.
Commutes are relatively straightforward. Riviera connects down to the US 101 corridor and to Santa Barbara MTD bus routes, supporting both drivers and transit users. Local schools such as Santa Barbara High School and Santa Barbara City College are within practical reach for households that prioritize education access.
Whether you are evaluating hillside maintenance, short term rental rules, or resale potential in this competitive part of Santa Barbara County, a knowledgeable local agent can streamline decisions. Agent Pronto connects both buyers and sellers with Riviera specialists who reduce stress by knowing the terrain, the regulations, and the real values behind those panoramic views.
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“Everything was quick and professionally done in such a quick and efficiently done. I was beyond impressed and satisfied with his service.”
Century 21 Masters
“Amy is an outstanding agent who helped my family with a home sale during a very stressful time. She made everything extremely easy. She thought of things no one else did, to head off issues before they became issues. She gave great advice that was practical. Amy’s involvement and creativity yielded multiple offers and an above asking price sale. She was reassuring and professional. She brought a lot of knowledge and experience to the table. She is also just a great person who put me at ease straight away. I trust her completely. This went as smoothly as it possibly could have. I cannot recommend Amy enough.”
Century 21 Peak
“Melissa did a excellent job , I would recommend her to anyone. She took care of any issues that came up and got the job done . I commend her professionalism throughout the entire process of selling our house. 👍👍👍👍👍”
eXP Realty
“From the very first meeting with Kyle, I felt very comfortable with his profesionalism...not only in how he handled himself, but also taking into consideration his knowledge of the real estate business. Kyle was not pushy nor was he forcefully opinionated. Kyle did not "play games" as he presented the realities of the property I wanted to sell, and he gave me a very good idea of value and expectations up front...no attempts to dissuade me over to his possible personal likings or personal opinions. Kyle mostly listened, and then quickly gave me legitimate and honest feedback on each item. Kyle was easy to contact throughout the sale process, which made everything seem easier than it might have been had Kyle not ben my agent.”
Coldwell Banker Premier Real Estate
“I cannot recommend Pam enough! She recently helped my family sell my late mother's house. Not only was she highly professional, knowledgeable, and efficient, but she also showed us so much compassion during a very emotional time. She took the stress out of the process and truly went above and beyond for us. Thank you, Pam!”
Century 21 Hometown Realty
“Elisabeth Braithwaite was a pleasure ro work with. She was right on top of everything.”
Century 21 Masters
“Sandy is a wonderful person. We were happy she was on our side. She is very patient, accessible, professional, has great personality and delightful attitude. She worked with the seller a lot better than we could have ever done on our own.”
Century 21 Masters Luxury
“Jack Hernandez was fantastic to work with throughout our home buying process. He was always responsive and communicative, keeping us informed at every step. His knowledge of the local market and ability to clearly explain things made the process much less stressful. He’s also very personable and genuinely empathetic, which made us feel supported the whole time. Overall, we had a great experience and would highly recommend him.”
LPT Realty
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