$4,264,500
SOLD JAN 21, 2025
4 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,468 Sq Ft
1 Acres

Recently Sold

$1,230 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

102 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
  • Spa
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Art Studio
  • RV Access or Parking
  • Panoramic View

About This Home

As of January 2025

Welcome to a truly enchanting and romantic 4-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom residence in the hills of Montecito, where timeless elegance meets breathtaking natural beauty. This distinguished French Normand style 1-acre estate captures the essence of luxury living, offering sweeping mountain views of Montecito Valley and The Valley Club Golf Course that will leave you captivated. As you step into this private architectural masterpiece, you'll be greeted by a gourmet kitchen that transcends ordinary expectations. The space boasts an extremely high beamed ceiling, creating an atmosphere of grandeur and sophistication. A cozy fireplace adds warmth to this culinary haven, making it a delightful place to gather and create memories. The home's thoughtful design ensures a warm ambience, coupled with a great floor plan for entertaining inside and out that effortlessly flows from room to room and beyond to enjoy the enchanting property.
Like a fairytale castle, elegance is woven into every detail, with four European fireplaces and antique finishes that adorn the home, creating a sense of history and refinement. The interior is graced with abundant volume encapsulated by soaring ceilings and floored in old growth hardwood and Saltillo tile floors, offering a perfect blend of classic charm and modern luxury.
Step outside into the oasis of your dreams, where a sparkling pool and spa invite you to relax and enjoy the California sun. Mature landscape surrounds the property, enhancing the spectacular Montecito vistas that unfold before you, creating a private paradise for your enjoyment. From the lower section of the property, private and direct access to the Valley Club Trail and the Coffin Family Trail supplies unlimited adventure.
The primary bedroom suite is a sanctuary unto itself, featuring its own private den or office which might also be utilized as a nursery or media room. Each of the rooms in the primary suite offer full bathrooms with private closets.
Additionally, the separate studio apartment boasts a private entrance and kitchenette, offering flexibility and convenience for guests, nanny quarters, in-laws, or possibly a teenager.
This multifaceted Montecito gem is more than just a residence; it's a lifestyle of privacy and sophistication. Immerse yourself in the beauty of French Normandy architecture, sweeping valley views and embrace the warmth and charm of this home. This is a rare opportunity to lease a home that transcends the ordinary and embodies the essence of luxury living in Montecito, California.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Charles Brewer

Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara License #01477889

Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara

Co-Listed By

The Epstein Partners

Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara License #00994429

Last Buyer's Agent

Charles Brewer

Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara License #01477889

Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $22,654

Year Built

  • Built in 1988

Lot Details

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Fenced
  • Lot Sloped Down
  • Irrigation
  • Fruit Trees
  • Lawn
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Property is in excellent condition

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • Golf Course
  • City
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Normandy Architecture
  • Split Level Home
  • Raised Foundation
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 3,468 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Great Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • Home Office
  • Library
  • Game Room
  • Art Studio
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Double Oven
  • Built-In Gas Oven
  • Built-In Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Reverse Osmosis System

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Maid or Guest Quarters

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Security System Leased
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • Direct Access Garage
  • 6 Open Parking Spaces
  • Driveway
  • RV Access or Parking

Pool

  • Spa
  • Outdoor Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Fireplace in Patio
  • Shed

Location

  • Property is near a park
  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Summerland Elementary School
  • S.B. Jr. Middle School
  • S.B. Sr. High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Septic System
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
  • Groom or Foreman Quarters

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 005-020-042
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Foothills
  • Valley

Amenities

  • Restaurant

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$22,654

Year Built

Built in 1988

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Directions: 101 exit Sheffield Drive. Turn left toward N Jameson Ln  331 ft Turn right onto N Jameson Ln  0.1 mi Turn right onto Ortega Hill Rd  0.3 mi Turn left onto Ortega Ridge Rd
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1988
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Gas Hookup, Laundry Room
  • ResoLotFeatures: Valley, Sloped Down
  • Road Frontage Type: Easement
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Security Camera, Security System, Security System Leased, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Co List Office Mls Id: kwrc3
  • Co List Office Phone: 805-456-3600
  • Architectural Style: FR Normand
  • Reso Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Split Level, Two, Outside Stairs
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1988
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 1.0
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Summerland
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • View Panoramic2: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Condition Excellent: 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
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced ALL2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Drought Tolerant LND2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Rooms Family Room4: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Bedroom2: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Bar2: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Laundry Laundry Room2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Bath2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Kitchen2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Disposal3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Microwave3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security Security System: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • Property Information Main House SqFt: 3468.0
  • Construction Two Story2: Yes
  • Other Buildings ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit): Yes
  • Other Buildings Studio: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Proximity Restaurants: Yes
  • Rooms Art Studio2: Yes
  • Rooms Office3: Yes
  • Dining In Kitchen4: Yes
  • Amenities Guest House2: Yes
  • Amenities Guest Quarters2: Yes
  • Amenities Wet Bar2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Built-In Gas Range: Yes
  • Appliances Included Rev Osmosis2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Dining Room2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Family Room3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Gas8: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Primary Bedroom: Yes
  • Security Security Camera2: Yes
  • Construction Split Level: Yes
  • WaterSewer Septic In: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Spa - Outside: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Hot Tub2: Yes
  • Other Buildings Shed: Yes
  • Other Buildings Employee Quarters2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Total # Uncovered Spaces: 6.0
  • LocationTopo Downslope2: Yes
  • Site Improvements Cable TV3: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Permeable Driveway2: Yes
  • Laundry Gas Hookup2: Yes
  • Construction Materials AtticCrawl Hatchway(s) Insulated: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Covered2: Yes
  • Foundation Raised: Yes
  • Rooms:Den: Yes
  • Rooms LbryStudy: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Patio3: Yes
  • View City4: Yes
  • LocationTopo Foothills2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Valley2: Yes
  • WaterSewer Meter In: Yes
  • ParkingGarage RV: Yes
  • Rooms Game Room3: Yes
  • View Golf Course5: Yes
  • Style FR Normand2: Yes
  • Security Security System Leased2: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Built-In Gas Range, Built-In Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Rev Osmosis, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Family Room, Dining Room, Gas, Patio
  • Other Rooms:Great Room: Yes
  • Other Rooms:Media Room: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Double Oven2: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Built-In Gas Oven: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Other
  • View: Mountain(s), City, Golf Course, Panoramic
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 1.0
  • Topography: Downslope, Valley, Foothills
  • Exterior Features: Pool, Patio Open, Patio Covered, SPA-Outside, Hot Tub, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation T/O, Fenced: ALL, Drought Tolerant LND, Permeable Driveway
  • Foundation Details: Raised

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces: 6.0
  • Parking Features: Gar #2, RV, Interior Access, Attached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • 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: Summerland
  • High School: S.B. Sr.
  • Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 005-020-042
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 43560.0
  • 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
01/21/2025 01/21/25 Sold $4,264,500 -0.2% $1,230 / Sq Ft
12/21/2024 12/21/24 Pending -- -- --
12/20/2024 12/20/24 Price Changed $4,275,000 -5.0% $1,233 / Sq Ft
12/05/2024 12/05/24 Price Changed $4,499,000 0.0% $1,297 / Sq Ft
12/05/2024 12/05/24 For Sale $4,499,000 -6.3% $1,297 / Sq Ft
11/18/2024 11/18/24 Pending -- -- --
11/16/2024 11/16/24 Price Changed $4,799,000 -3.1% $1,384 / Sq Ft
11/01/2024 11/01/24 Price Changed $4,950,000 -3.9% $1,427 / Sq Ft
10/25/2024 10/25/24 Price Changed $5,150,000 -1.9% $1,485 / Sq Ft
10/16/2024 10/16/24 Price Changed $5,250,000 -4.5% $1,514 / Sq Ft
10/02/2024 10/02/24 Price Changed $5,499,000 -5.1% $1,586 / Sq Ft
09/10/2024 09/10/24 For Sale $5,795,000 -- $1,671 / 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
2024 $22,654 $2,155,627 $798,378 $1,357,249
2023 $22,249 $2,113,361 $782,724 $1,330,637
2022 $21,886 $2,071,924 $767,377 $1,304,547
2021 $21,427 $2,031,299 $752,331 $1,278,968
2020 $21,215 $2,010,471 $744,617 $1,265,854
2019 $20,768 $1,971,051 $730,017 $1,241,034
2018 $20,473 $1,932,403 $715,703 $1,216,700
2017 $20,120 $1,894,514 $701,670 $1,192,844
2016 $19,773 $1,857,367 $687,912 $1,169,455
2014 $18,383 $1,793,633 $664,307 $1,129,326
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $3,800,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $1,950,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $942,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $1,000,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $1,000,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $4,264,500 Fidelity National Title Compan
Grant Deed -- Equity Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed -- First American Title
Source: Public Records

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Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 24-2992

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 005-020-042