As you walk up to this 4 bd 5.5 ba Tudor perched on an acre of picturesque grounds you immediately experience the unique and timeless setting of this expertly appointed home. George Washington Smith, a revered architect of the 1920's in California was the designer.To this day a ''GWS'' home, as they are commonly referred to, commands quite a following. The home has been meticulously cared for down to the most minute detail. You are greeted in the entry with warm hardwood floors and a beautiful dining and living room, truly a storybook setting. The grace of this house flows into the remodeled kitchen with windows overlooking the beautiful grounds. Upstairs you find two en-suite bedrooms, laundry, and the primary suite with private bath . The fourth en-suite bedroom is located on the first floor with a private entrance. The home is centered around the pool, with large french doors guiding you to the outdoors. Dine under the romantic pagoda, lounge poolside, walk the grounds or discover the orchard with an incredible assortment of fruit trees. The 1 bd 1 ba guest house, adjacent to the home and orchard, features a private patio to enjoy the views of the raised garden beds. This private gated estate is nearly equal distance from upper and lower village and in close proximity to the beach. The beautiful estate features a two car garage with plentiful uncovered parking.
Single-familyProperty Type
1929Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$1,895Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Maureen McDermut•DRE #01175027• Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with The Ebbin Group•DRE #01488213• Compass
Located in the heart of Montecito sits this exquisitely restored George Washington Smith carriage house. Situated on a private acre the four-bedroom, four-bath main residence is comprised of just over 4,000 sq. ft. and has been carefully renovated through out. In addition to the main residence the grounds offer pool, guest cottage, sprawling lawns and gardens.
SBMLS #11-1342
Jul 8, 2011
Sold
$1,600,000
$414/sq ft
Apr 14, 2011
Listed
$1,795,000
$464/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$27,017 (+4.5%)
$1,318,317 + $1,121,753
$2,440,070
2024
$25,861 (+1.8%)
$1,292,468 + $1,099,758
$2,392,226
2023
$25,405 (+1.5%)
$1,267,126 + $1,078,195
$2,345,321
2022
$25,041 (−52.5%)
$1,242,281 + $1,057,054
$2,299,335
2021
$52,696 (+37.3%)
$1,217,923 + $1,036,328
$2,254,251
2020
$38,382 (+2.5%)
$2,200,000 + $2,740,000
$4,940,000
2019
$37,450 (+1.8%)
$1,576,376 + $1,976,101
$3,552,477
2018
$36,775 (+1.9%)
$1,545,467 + $1,937,354
$3,482,821
2017
$36,076 (+3.1%)
$1,485,455 + $1,862,125
$3,347,580
2016
$34,979 (+1.9%)
$1,485,455 + $1,862,125
$3,347,580
2015
$34,343 (+1.6%)
$1,456,329 + $1,825,613
$3,281,942
2014
$33,804 (+0.4%)
$1,406,356 + $1,762,967
$3,169,323
2013
$33,662 (+89.1%)
$1,406,356 + $1,762,967
$3,169,323
2012
$17,801 (+427.7%)
$1,400,000 + $1,755,000
$3,155,000
2011
$3,374 (+8.9%)
$1,300,000 + $325,000
$1,625,000
2009
$3,098 (+5.3%)
$56,963 + $156,683
$213,646
2008
$2,942
$55,980 + $153,977
$209,957
Tax history for 1321 School House Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$27,017 (+4.5%)
$1,318,317 + $1,121,753
$2,440,070
2024
$25,861 (+1.8%)
$1,292,468 + $1,099,758
$2,392,226
2023
$25,405 (+1.5%)
$1,267,126 + $1,078,195
$2,345,321
2022
$25,041 (−52.5%)
$1,242,281 + $1,057,054
$2,299,335
2021
$52,696 (+37.3%)
$1,217,923 + $1,036,328
$2,254,251
2020
$38,382 (+2.5%)
$2,200,000 + $2,740,000
$4,940,000
2019
$37,450 (+1.8%)
$1,576,376 + $1,976,101
$3,552,477
2018
$36,775 (+1.9%)
$1,545,467 + $1,937,354
$3,482,821
2017
$36,076 (+3.1%)
$1,485,455 + $1,862,125
$3,347,580
2016
$34,979 (+1.9%)
$1,485,455 + $1,862,125
$3,347,580
2015
$34,343 (+1.6%)
$1,456,329 + $1,825,613
$3,281,942
2014
$33,804 (+0.4%)
$1,406,356 + $1,762,967
$3,169,323
2013
$33,662 (+89.1%)
$1,406,356 + $1,762,967
$3,169,323
2012
$17,801 (+427.7%)
$1,400,000 + $1,755,000
$3,155,000
2011
$3,374 (+8.9%)
$1,300,000 + $325,000
$1,625,000
2009
$3,098 (+5.3%)
$56,963 + $156,683
$213,646
2008
$2,942
$55,980 + $153,977
$209,957
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.