Home of the Day: A modern view above Santa Barbara

The hillside vantage from this Spanish-inspired modern residence takes in 180-degree views of the coastline, mountains and downtown Santa Barbara. Polished interiors feature warming hardwoods, picture windows and free-flowing common rooms set beneath cathedral ceilings.

Location: 603 E. Calle Laureles, Santa Barbara, 93105

Price: $3.175 million

Year built: 2004

House size: 4,099 square feet, four bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms

Lot size: 3 acres

Features: Hardwood flooring, cathedral ceilings, open-space floor plan, living room with fireplace, dining room, center-island kitchen, media room, balcony, patio, barbecue, detached guesthouse, two-car garage

About the area: The median sale price for single-family homes in the 93105 ZIP Code in January was $896,000 based on 12 sales, according to CoreLogic DataQuick. That represents an increase in median price of more than 9% year-over-year.

Agents: Troy Hoidal, Truly Great Homes, (805) 689-6808

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