$6,400,000
SOLD FEB 27, 2025

1968 Inverness Ln Santa Barbara, CA 93108

3 Beds
4 Baths
2,066 Sq Ft
1.6 Acres

Recently Sold

$3,098 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • On Golf Course
  • Fitness Center
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
  • Gated with Attendant
  • Property is near an ocean

About This Home

As of February 2025

Charming remodeled home in Montecito's Birnam Wood Country Club. Conveniently located at the end of a quiet cul de sac, lies an enchanting property with mountain views, privacy, swimming pool, & detached office. This single story 3 bed, 2.5 bath home with 2 car garage has been updated with elevated finishes and brand new appliances. Slide open the wall of glass doors to expand your living space al fresco. Enjoy separate outdoor spaces, enhancing your livable space to take advantage of the 1.6 acre lot and enjoy the view of a magical lake on the 14th fairway. The primary suite has a walk-in closet & full bath with heated floors & steam shower. Entertain in the new custom kitchen or head to the club for drinks. Within the MUS school district & minutes from Upper Village, hiking, & beaches.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nora Lieber

Village Properties License #02220863

Last Buyer's Agent

Ryan Malmsten

Santa Barbara Brokers, Inc. License #01867047

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $43,620

Year Built

  • Built in 1979 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 1.6 Acre Lot
  • On Golf Course
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot
  • Irrigation
  • Fruit Trees
  • Lawn
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 5 Open Parking Spaces
  • Guest Parking

Property Views

  • Golf Course
  • Woods
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Cottage
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,066 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Gas Oven
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Stone
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Accessible Home Design

  • Stepless Entry

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Pool
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Deck
  • Enclosed patio or porch
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop

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 Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Underground Utilities
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Sewer Stub Out
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 007-400-028
  • Seller Concessions Offered
  • Seller Will Consider Concessions

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Birnam Wood Community
  • 10 Birnam Wood Subdivision
  • Community Lake

Amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Fitness Center

Security

  • Gated with Attendant

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$43,620

Year Built

Built in 1979 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Directions: San Ysidro toward mountains, right on East Valley, right into Birnam Wood (be nice to gate person). Through gate, right on Crocker Sperry, right on Inverness, at the end of cul de sac
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • Road Frontage Type: Golf Course
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: In Unit
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, On Golf Course, Cul-De-Sac, Near Public Transit
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Gate:Guard, Patrol, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Reso Association Amenities: Other, Tennis Court(s), Clubhouse, Golf Course, Lake, Security, Gym, Guest Parking
  • Subdivision Name: 10 - Birnam Wood
  • Architectural Style: Cal Cottage, Contemporary
  • Reso Flooring: Hardwood, Stone, Tile
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Entry Lvl(No Stairs), Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled, Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1979
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 1.6
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Mont Union
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Site Improvements Underground Util: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Style Cal Cottage: Yes
  • Construction Entry Lvl(No Stairs)2: Yes
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Interior Access: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Attached: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Pool: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation TO: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Lawn2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Bedroom2: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Primary: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Bar2: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Amenities Dual Pane Window2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Bath2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Kitchen2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Disposal3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • WaterSewer Sewer Hookup: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • Property Information Main House SqFt: 2066.0
  • View Wooded3: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Proximity Restaurants: Yes
  • Rooms Office3: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Area2: Yes
  • Dining Formal2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Stone2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • Style:Contemporary2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced PRT: Yes
  • Other Buildings Work Shop2: Yes
  • Location Info Development Name: Birnam Wood
  • Property Condition UpdatedRemodeled: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation PRT: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Deck3: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Total # Uncovered Spaces: 5.0
  • Laundry In Unit2: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Guest Parking: Yes
  • Site Improvements Cable TV3: Yes
  • LocationTopo Cul-De-Sac2: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Covered2: Yes
  • Security GateGuard: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Security: Yes
  • Rooms Patio Enclosed2: Yes
  • WaterSewer Meter In: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Clubhouse: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Tennis Court(s)2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Vented Exhaust Fan: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Golf Course3: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Gym: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Lake: Yes
  • View Golf Course5: Yes
  • LocationTopo Golf Course4: Yes
  • Appliances Included Electric Tankless Water Heater: Yes
  • Security Patrol2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage:Total _pound_ Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Built-In Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Appliances Included:ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Built-In Gas Oven: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountain(s), Wooded, Golf Course
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 1.6
  • Topography: Level
  • Exterior Features: Pool, Deck, Patio Open, Patio Covered, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation T/O, Yard Irrigation PRT, Fenced: PRT
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 5.0
  • Parking Features: Gar #2, Interior Access, Attached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Utilities: Underground Util
  • Water Source: Meter In, Mont Wtr
  • Heating:Forced Air: 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 #: 007-400-028
  • Zoning: Other
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 69696.0
  • 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
02/27/2025 02/27/25 Sold $6,400,000 +0.8% $3,098 / Sq Ft
02/08/2025 02/08/25 Pending -- -- --
02/05/2025 02/05/25 For Sale $6,350,000 +62.8% $3,074 / Sq Ft
10/19/2021 10/19/21 Sold $3,900,000 +11.6% $1,888 / Sq Ft
10/04/2021 10/04/21 Pending -- -- --
10/02/2021 10/02/21 For Sale $3,495,000 -- $1,692 / Sq Ft
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 $43,620 $3,978,000 $2,958,000 $1,020,000
2022 $42,194 $3,900,000 $2,900,000 $1,000,000
2021 $15,997 $1,373,965 $863,640 $510,325
2020 $15,881 $1,359,878 $854,785 $505,093
2019 $15,268 $1,333,215 $838,025 $495,190
2018 $14,997 $1,307,075 $821,594 $485,481
2017 $14,667 $1,281,447 $805,485 $475,962
2016 $14,213 $1,256,322 $789,692 $466,630
2015 $13,845 $1,237,452 $777,831 $459,621
2014 -- $1,213,213 $762,595 $450,618
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $700,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $6,400,000 Chicago Title Company
Grant Deed $3,900,000 Chicago Title Company
Deed -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- First American Title
Source: Public Records

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Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 25-534

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 007-400-028