Spectacular View Home For Lease In Bel Air Knolls

Perched in the highly sought-after Bel Air Knolls neighborhood, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers approximately 2,015 sq. ft. of turnkey living with breathtaking city, mountain, rolling hill, and sunset views. Designed for effortless indoor-outdoor living, the property offers an exceptional lifestyle in one of Santa Barbara’s most desirable neighborhoods.
The home’s expansive backyard is an entertainer’s dream, featuring a heated pool and spa with mobile control, lush tropical landscaping with fruit trees, a spacious lawn, covered patio, and multiple gathering areas perfect for relaxing or hosting guests. Enjoy outdoor dining beneath a large adjustable umbrella, unwind on Restoration Hardware teak lounge chairs, or gather around the natural gas fire pits while taking in the stunning views. Additional outdoor amenities include a private poolside bathroom with an outdoor shower, outdoor refrigerator/freezer, patio heater, and a large natural gas BBQ grill.
Inside, the home is thoughtfully equipped with modern comforts and technology, including a Sonos indoor/outdoor speaker system, multiple large-screen TVs (including a 98” living room display), air conditioning with Nest thermostat, and a solar-powered backup generator capable of powering the entire home during outages. The property also features a water softener and reverse osmosis filtration system, double ovens, newer washer and dryer, and a private safe in the primary closet.
The finished garage includes custom cabinetry, epoxy flooring, and an additional freezer, providing excellent storage and functionality.
To ensure effortless living, the lease includes gardening service, pool service, pest control, and periodic housekeeping. The home also benefits from solar power, helping to offset energy costs.
Located on a quiet and private street with abundant parking, this exceptional residence offers both tranquility and convenience.
A true entertainer’s retreat with spectacular views this Bel Air Knolls home must be experienced to be fully appreciated.
Rental Terms:
Lease start date: April 15th, 2026
Rent: $9,800/month
Term: 1-year lease
Unfurnished *some select furnishings to stay*
Security Deposit - $15,750 (1.5x rent)
Owner pays: gardener, pool service, pest control as needed, periodic house cleaner, and water softener/RO system
Tenant pays: all utilities (water, trash, electric, gas, cable/internet)
Owner may consider one small pet with 2x security deposit
Renter's insurance required (minimum $500,000 in liability)
No co-signers
Qualifications:
- Credit score of 700+
- Gross income 3x the rent**
- Good credit history
- Clear source of monthly income
- References
- No smoking of any kind
Included Furnishings:
Restoration Hardware patio furniture
3 outdoor fire pit tables in the backyard
Dining room table & buffet cabinet
All existing TV's
**Should all or part of the applicant's income derives from any public assistance program, 3x gross income qualification shall apply only to the portion of the rent that Tenant is responsible for after the voucher amount has been deducted.
Equal Housing Opportunity. All applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age, or because all or part of the applicant's income derives from any public assistance program.
Tenants will be required to purchase renter's insurance naming the property owner and Richardson Real Estate Services, Inc. (Property Manager) as additional insured with a minimum liability coverage of $500,000.
The application fee is $50 and is non-refundable.
Please call 805-965-4300 to schedule or email rentals@mrrealtors.com. We require a rental application for everyone over the age of 18. All applications are accepted electronically through our website www.mrrealtors.com.