$6,850,000
SOLD APR 9, 2025

145 Butterfly Ln Santa Barbara, CA 93108

6 Beds
5.5 Baths
4,105 Sq Ft
0.29 Acres

Recently Sold

$1,669 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Guest House
  • Home Theater
  • Solar Power System
  • Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Updated Kitchen

About This Home

As of April 2025

Nestled in the heart of Montecito's coveted coastal zone, this exceptional property on Butterfly Lane offers an unparalleled blend of sophistication, comfort, and effortless California living. Ideally located just moments from the Lower Village on Coast Village Road, the pristine sands of Butterfly Beach, and the prestigious Montecito Club, this residence embodies refined coastal luxury.

The main home, thoughtfully designed with an open-concept layout, features four bedrooms and four-and-a-half baths. The expansive primary suite is a sanctuary of its own, boasting dual walk-in closets and a spa-like ensuite with a walk-in shower and soaking tub. The seamless indoor-outdoor flow is enhanced by bi-fold doors that open to an exquisite outdoor entertaining area, complete with a custom kitchen and BBQ, perfect for hosting in style. A spacious media room with a built-in bar, along with a three-car garage, further elevates this residence.

A beautifully appointed detached guest home offers two bedrooms, one bath, and dedicated parking, providing a private retreat for guests or extended family.

Recently remodeled with the finest finishes, both homes are completely turnkey. The newly designed landscaping enhances the property's natural beauty while ensuring privacy, creating a serene oasis just moments from Montecito's most desirable destinations.

Experience the pinnacle of coastal elegance in this extraordinary Montecito retreat.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cameron Chesley

Carolwood Partners Inc. License #01976155

Carolwood Partners Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

John Henderson

Village Properties License #00780607

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $37,517

Year Built

  • Built in 1920 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 0.29 Acre Lot
  • Lawn
  • Property is in excellent condition

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Tri-Level Property
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 4,105 Sq Ft Home
  • Sound System
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Home Theater
  • Home Gym
  • Mountain Views
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Gas Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Remodeled Bathroom

Home Security

  • Smart Thermostat
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Parking

  • Direct Access Garage
  • Open Parking

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Power System
  • Solar owned by seller

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Patio
  • Built-In Barbecue

Additional Homes

  • Guest House

Location

  • Property is near a park
  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a bus stop

Schools

  • Mont Union Elementary School
  • S.B. Jr. Middle School
  • S.B. Sr. High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Water Purifier is Owned
  • Water Softener is Owned

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 009-221-001
  • Seller Concessions Offered
  • Seller Will Consider Concessions

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 2 Units

Amenities

  • Restaurant

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$37,517

Year Built

Built in 1920 | Remodeled

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Directions: Coast Village Road to North on Butterfly Lane
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Reso Interior Features: Smart Thermostat
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Laundry Room
  • ResoLotFeatures: Near Public Transit
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s), Fire Sprinkler System
  • Architectural Style: Traditional, Craftsman
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Tri-Level
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled, Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1920
  • Property Information Total #Units: 2
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.29
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Mont Union
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Interior Access: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Attached: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Lawn2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Rooms Family Room4: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Laundry Laundry Room2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Bath2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Kitchen2: Yes
  • Amenities Skylight2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Range2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Stove3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • Security Fire Sprinkler System: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • Property Information Main House SqFt: 4105.0
  • ParkingGarage Gar #33: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Built-in BBQ: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Proximity Restaurants: Yes
  • Rooms Exercise Room2: Yes
  • Amenities Guest House2: Yes
  • Amenities Sound System: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Primary Bedroom: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • Property Condition UpdatedRemodeled: Yes
  • Amenities Solar PV2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Wtr SoftenerOwned: Yes
  • Electric Solar PV Seller Owned: Yes
  • Rooms Theatre2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Water Purifier Owned: Yes
  • Style Craftsman2: Yes
  • Construction Tri-Level2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Unc #22: Yes
  • Architectural Style Traditional: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Gas Range, Gas Stove, Wtr Softener/Owned
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom
  • Other Rooms:Media Room: Yes
  • Interior Features:Smart Thermostat: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Acres: 0.29
  • Exterior Features: Patio Open, Lawn
  • Foundation Details: Mixed

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Gar #3, Unc #2, Interior Access, Attached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Zoned
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Mont Wtr
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes
  • Heating:Zoned: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Association/Amenities

  • Unit 1 Amenities:Cathedral Ceiling(s)2: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Mont Union
  • High School: S.B. Sr.
  • Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 009-221-001
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 12632.4
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/09/2025 04/09/25 Sold $6,850,000 +1.1% $1,669 / Sq Ft
02/24/2025 02/24/25 Pending -- -- --
02/21/2025 02/21/25 For Sale $6,775,000 +78.3% $1,650 / Sq Ft
05/24/2024 05/24/24 Sold $3,800,000 0.0% $1,706 / Sq Ft
04/23/2024 04/23/24 For Sale $3,800,000 -- $1,706 / Sq Ft
04/22/2024 04/22/24 Pending -- -- --
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

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 $37,517 $3,350,201 $1,207,278 $2,142,923
2022 $36,238 $3,284,511 $1,183,606 $2,100,905
2021 $35,512 $3,220,110 $1,160,399 $2,059,711
2020 $35,178 $3,187,093 $1,148,501 $2,038,592
2019 $34,477 $3,124,602 $1,125,982 $1,998,620
2018 $33,844 $3,063,336 $1,103,904 $1,959,432
2017 $33,160 $3,003,271 $1,082,259 $1,921,012
2016 $32,123 $2,944,385 $1,061,039 $1,883,346
2014 $30,957 $2,843,349 $1,024,630 $1,818,719
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,000,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $4,000,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,942,500 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $1,100,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $250,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $850,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $850,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $125,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $599,900 Unknown
Previous Owner $600,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $6,850,000 Chicago Title Company
Grant Deed $3,800,000 Orange Coast Title
Grant Deed $2,775,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Individual Deed -- First American Title
Grant Deed -- First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

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Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 25-767

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 009-221-001