109 Rametto Rd Santa Barbara, CA 93108
Eucalyptus Hill NeighborhoodEstimated payment $103,328/month
Highlights
- Ocean View
- Outdoor Pool
- Mediterranean Architecture
- Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Great Room
About This Home
Reminiscent of Hollywood's ''Golden Era,'' this magnificent 1920's Montecito estate boasts breathtaking ocean/island views and embodies a rare blend of stunning architecture and unmatched quality. Originally constructed for C.K.G. Billings and designed by the renowned architect Carleton Winslow, this palatial property overlooks the Montecito Club and Bird Refuge, seamlessly uniting seclusion with close proximity to world-class restaurants, upscale boutiques,
and pristine beaches. Featuring grand public areas, bedrooms, libraries, offices, living and dining spaces. With 10 fireplaces and 14 baths, every facet of this residence exudes regal splendor. The pool area evokes the ambiance of both the Beverly Hills Hotel and the legendary Neptune Pool at Hearst Castle, ......... ......... offering sweeping Pacific Ocean/Channel Island vistas,
expansive terraces, and lavish dressing rooms. Elevating entertainment to unparalleled heights, the home enjoys an
envy-inducing game room, a remarkable home theater, and an exquisite wine cellar. "El Descanso" stands as a testament
to luxury living from a bygone era that will endure for generations to come.
Open House Schedule
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Sunday, April 27, 20251:00 to 4:00 pm4/27/2025 1:00:00 PM +00:004/27/2025 4:00:00 PM +00:00First Public Open House!Add to Calendar
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $185,045
Year Built
- Built in 1923
Lot Details
- 1.11 Acre Lot
- Gated Home
- Lawn
Parking
- Direct Access Garage
Property Views
- Ocean
- Island
- Harbor
- City
Home Design
- Mediterranean Architecture
- Tile Roof
Interior Spaces
- 12,692 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Great Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Library
- Game Room
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Pool
- Patio
Schools
- Cleveland Elementary School
- S.B. Jr. Middle School
- S.B. Sr. High School
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 015-211-007
- Seller Considering Concessions
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $185,045 | $17,152,835 | $2,143,660 | $15,009,175 |
| 2022 | $178,581 | $16,816,506 | $2,101,628 | $14,714,878 |
| 2021 | $165,232 | $15,610,000 | $2,341,000 | $13,269,000 |
| 2020 | $143,693 | $13,574,000 | $2,036,000 | $11,538,000 |
| 2019 | $144,012 | $13,574,000 | $2,036,000 | $11,538,000 |
| 2018 | $141,980 | $13,308,000 | $1,996,000 | $11,312,000 |
| 2017 | $133,371 | $12,674,000 | $1,901,000 | $10,773,000 |
| 2016 | $125,846 | $12,070,000 | $1,810,000 | $10,260,000 |
| 2015 | $114,894 | $10,973,000 | $1,646,000 | $9,327,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $10,451,000 | $1,568,000 | $8,883,000 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/24/2025 02/24/25 | For Sale | $15,750,000 | 0.0% | $1,241 / Sq Ft |
| 02/17/2025 02/17/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/08/2025 01/08/25 | Price Changed | $15,750,000 | -10.0% | $1,241 / Sq Ft |
| 04/17/2024 04/17/24 | For Sale | $17,500,000 | 0.0% | $1,379 / Sq Ft |
| 03/28/2024 03/28/24 | Off Market | $17,500,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/20/2024 02/20/24 | For Sale | $17,500,000 | 0.0% | $1,379 / Sq Ft |
| 01/16/2024 01/16/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/08/2024 01/08/24 | For Sale | $17,500,000 | -- | $1,379 / Sq Ft |
Deed History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | -- | Chicago Title | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $1,115,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $5,000,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $1,200,000 | Unknown |
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service
MLS Number: 24-62
APN: 015-211-007
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