Dramatic clean lines, as formal or casual as you wish, this chic, modern 6168 square foot estate is set in a prime location with exceptional privacy on 1.3 amazing level acres in the very heart of Montecito, a very short distance to Montecito Union Elementary School, Manning Park, Montecito Y, Upper Village and beyond to Miramar Beach and The Rosewood. Southern exposure, high ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows and doors blend interiors with a magnificent lush outdoor environment; interior spaces invite art, sculpture, artifacts. An excellent floorplan, thoughtfully expanded by the current owner, features a contemporary great room as it's hub, with two separate, flexible wings for family, guests, offices, and home entertainment. The serene courtyard entry with Zen fountain leads to a formal living/dining room, warming fireplace and French doors to gardens. The primary bedroom on the second level features a dedicated balcony overlooking the south garden, luxurious adjacent bath, and expansive walk-in closet. There are six bedrooms, five baths in the main residence, media room, plus two additional large bonus rooms: one suitable as an office suite with deck and garden views, the other currently a playroom that could inspire a dance, art or exercise studio. A spacious deck off the great room leads to a sparkling pool, spa, plus a 715 square foot pool house enclosed with multi-fold glass doors, sixth full bath and sauna. Magical gardens are graced by oaks, olives, seasonal rock-lined stream with stone bridge, bamboo meditation forest, fruit orchard, and rose garden...your personal Eden. For the young and young-at-heart, a wonderland: climbing structure, sports court, tree swings, and putting green; there is even an outdoor shower for beach sand and a wash station for Fido! An 831 square foot two-car garage plus third bay "sports" garage and exceptional outdoor space in the gated motor court provide excellent parking. Truly a safe haven...with all the fun of Montecito just outside the gates!
Single-familyProperty Type
1968Year Built
1.31 acresLot Size
$1,518Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by • Sotheby's International Realty
Listed by • Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Riskin Partners Group•DRE #01815307 / 01447045 / 01954177 / 01951069• Village Properties
Bought with Riskin Partners Group•DRE #01815307 / 01447045 / 01954177 / 01951069• Village Properties
STEP INTO COLOR AND LIGHT as you enter this spacious 4,700+ sqft modern masterpiece. Southern exposure and floor-to-ceiling windows & doors infuses central hub of the home with light and air, while blending the magnificent indoor-outdoor spaces. Well situated on a private and lush 1.3 acre lot, the offering includes pool, spa, pavilion, and much more!
SBMLS #10-3031
Aug 24, 2010
Listed
$4,295,000
$696/sq ft
SBMLS #09-1618
May 4, 2009
Listed
$5,450,000
$884/sq ft
SBMLS #08-1816
May 5, 2008
Listed
$5,750,000
$932/sq ft
SBMLS #04-2723
Oct 1, 2004
Sold
$3,300,000
$535/sq ft
Sep 14, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Aug 12, 2004
Listed
$3,595,000
$583/sq ft
SBMLS #02-2271
Mar 17, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Jul 26, 2002
Listed
$3,559,000
$577/sq ft
SBMLS #99-3385
Jan 14, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Dec 17, 1999
Listed
$2,900,000
$470/sq ft
SBMLS #97-2525
Oct 15, 1997
Sold
$1,635,000
$265/sq ft
Oct 6, 1997
Listing Removed
—
Aug 15, 1997
Listed
$1,795,000
$291/sq ft
SBMLS #97-2488
Oct 14, 1997
Sold
$1,635,000
$265/sq ft
Sep 2, 1997
Listing Removed
—
Aug 15, 1997
Listed
$1,795,000
$291/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$80,508 (+1.9%)
$3,714,228 + $4,085,650
$7,799,878
2024
$79,042 (+1.9%)
$3,641,400 + $4,005,540
$7,646,940
2023
$77,588 (+51.1%)
$3,570,000 + $3,927,000
$7,497,000
2022
$51,348 (+2.1%)
$3,500,000 + $3,850,000
$7,350,000
2021
$50,289 (+1.0%)
$1,810,921 + $2,987,804
$4,798,725
2020
$49,809 (+2.5%)
$1,775,413 + $2,929,220
$4,704,633
2019
$48,605 (+1.9%)
$1,757,209 + $2,899,185
$4,656,394
2018
$47,680 (+1.9%)
$1,722,754 + $2,842,339
$4,565,093
2017
$46,795 (+11.6%)
$1,655,858 + $2,731,968
$4,387,826
2016
$41,941 (+5.2%)
$1,655,858 + $2,731,968
$4,387,826
2015
$39,851 (+1.6%)
$1,623,391 + $2,342,812
$3,966,203
2014
$39,222 (+0.4%)
$1,567,685 + $2,132,051
$3,699,736
2013
$39,056 (+2.6%)
$1,567,685 + $2,132,051
$3,699,736
2012
$38,082 (+0.4%)
$1,560,600 + $2,122,416
$3,683,016
2011
$37,936 (+1.1%)
$1,530,000 + $2,080,800
$3,610,800
2009
$37,541 (+2.4%)
$2,807,652 + $755,905
$3,563,557
2008
$36,643
$2,759,140 + $742,845
$3,501,985
Tax history for 495 Santa Rosa Ln
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$80,508 (+1.9%)
$3,714,228 + $4,085,650
$7,799,878
2024
$79,042 (+1.9%)
$3,641,400 + $4,005,540
$7,646,940
2023
$77,588 (+51.1%)
$3,570,000 + $3,927,000
$7,497,000
2022
$51,348 (+2.1%)
$3,500,000 + $3,850,000
$7,350,000
2021
$50,289 (+1.0%)
$1,810,921 + $2,987,804
$4,798,725
2020
$49,809 (+2.5%)
$1,775,413 + $2,929,220
$4,704,633
2019
$48,605 (+1.9%)
$1,757,209 + $2,899,185
$4,656,394
2018
$47,680 (+1.9%)
$1,722,754 + $2,842,339
$4,565,093
2017
$46,795 (+11.6%)
$1,655,858 + $2,731,968
$4,387,826
2016
$41,941 (+5.2%)
$1,655,858 + $2,731,968
$4,387,826
2015
$39,851 (+1.6%)
$1,623,391 + $2,342,812
$3,966,203
2014
$39,222 (+0.4%)
$1,567,685 + $2,132,051
$3,699,736
2013
$39,056 (+2.6%)
$1,567,685 + $2,132,051
$3,699,736
2012
$38,082 (+0.4%)
$1,560,600 + $2,122,416
$3,683,016
2011
$37,936 (+1.1%)
$1,530,000 + $2,080,800
$3,610,800
2009
$37,541 (+2.4%)
$2,807,652 + $755,905
$3,563,557
2008
$36,643
$2,759,140 + $742,845
$3,501,985
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
6
Baths
6
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
57,063
Year renovated
2025
Sq. Ft.
6,168
Year built
1968
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
007270025
Parking Spaces
3
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views, Pool
Last updated by owner on Nov 22, 2025.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Gar #3, Interior Access, Attached, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: Yes
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 6
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
Office
Media Room
Ground Floor Bedroom 2
Great Room
Exercise Room 2
Den
Art Studio 2
Dining Information
In Kitchen
Formal
Breakfast Bar
Breakfast Area
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Gas Hookup, Laundry Room
Fireplace Features: Family Room, 2, Gas, LR
Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Gas Stove, Microwave, Rev Osmosis, Washer, Wtr Softener/Owned
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Wood, Carpet
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Mixed
Exterior Features: Pool, Pool House, Deck, Patio Open, Patio Covered, SPA-Outside, Sauna, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation PRT, Fenced: ALL, Drought Tolerant LND