A rare opportunity for a lovely home in an exclusive neighborhood located just steps away from Butterfly Beach, the Miramar, the Biltmore and Coral Casino with convenient access to Coast Village Road and Montecito's premier shopping and fine dining. The property is tucked away at the end of a private drive where you are welcomed by a majestic mature oak tree that leads to 2BD/2BA cottage with a rich history of charm and elegance as one of the original Biltmore cottages. Located on a generous lot, it offers space for a pool or ADU or the opportunity to create your own dream for a primary residence, beach getaway or investment rental. A newly constructed sound fence ensures privacy and serenity enhancing its ultimate use and enjoyment -all within the desirable Montecito School District.
Single-familyProperty Type
1951Year Built
0.43 acresLot Size
$3,343Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Dave Burge•DRE #02159941• Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara
Bought with The Jason Team•DRE #01834496• Douglas Elliman of California, Inc.
Est. $4,943 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1136 Hill Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
SBMLS #26-2816
Oct 5, 2026
Sold
$4,015,000
$3,343/sq ft
Sep 2, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 23, 2026
Listed
$4,200,000
$3,497/sq ft
SBMLS #96-1694
Sep 28, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Jun 1, 1996
Listed
$529,000
$440/sq ft
SBMLS #94-361
Sep 28, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Feb 1, 1994
Listed
$579,000
$482/sq ft
SBMLS #93-444
Sep 28, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Feb 1, 1993
Listed
$675,000
$562/sq ft
SBMLS #98-3163
Nov 9, 1998
Listed
$685,000
$570/sq ft
SBMLS #94-2434
Sep 6, 1995
Listing Removed
—
Jul 9, 1994
Listed
$579,000
$482/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 19, 1990
Sold
$660,000
$550/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 23, 1989
Sold
$440,000
$366/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,719 (+2.4%)
$799,530 + $307,743
$1,107,273
2024
$12,420 (+1.7%)
$783,853 + $301,709
$1,085,562
2023
$12,215 (+1.4%)
$768,484 + $280,107
$1,048,591
2022
$12,050 (+1.9%)
$753,416 + $274,615
$1,028,031
2021
$11,825 (+0.9%)
$738,644 + $269,231
$1,007,875
2020
$11,722 (+2.5%)
$724,161 + $263,952
$988,113
2019
$11,441 (+1.7%)
$716,736 + $261,246
$977,982
2018
$11,246 (+2.4%)
$702,683 + $256,124
$958,807
2017
$10,980 (+3.2%)
$675,398 + $246,179
$921,577
2016
$10,637 (+3.1%)
$675,398 + $246,179
$921,577
2015
$10,316 (+1.5%)
$662,155 + $241,352
$903,507
2014
$10,168 (+0.4%)
$639,434 + $233,071
$872,505
2013
$10,129 (+2.5%)
$639,434 + $233,071
$872,505
2012
$9,883 (+1.8%)
$636,545 + $232,018
$868,563
2011
$9,709 (+2.5%)
$624,064 + $227,469
$851,533
2009
$9,471 (+3.8%)
$607,256 + $221,343
$828,599
2008
$9,120
$596,764 + $217,519
$814,283
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.43 Acres
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
1,101
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
009351007
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 2026.
20-R-1
HC
Single Family Residential Zone
The R-1 zones are applied to areas appropriately located for one-family living at a reasonable range of population densities, consistent with sound standards of public health, safety, and welfare. This zone is intended to protect the residential characteristics of an area and to promote a suitable environment for family life.
Zone overlays
Highway 101 Corridor Overlay Zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Community / recreation center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Waste transfer station
Lodging-Full service
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Attached Garage: No
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Dining Information
Dining Area
Interior Features
Window Features: Blinds
Laundry Features: In Garage
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal
Fireplace: Yes
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Slab
Exterior Features: Fruit Trees
Walls Insulated
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Property Condition: Good
Levels: Single Story
Lot Information
View: Setting
Zoning: R-1
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Utilities Information
Water Source: Mont Wtr
Sewer: Sewer Hookup
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Mont Union
Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.
High School: S.B. Sr.
Location Information
Cross Street: Olive Mill Road
Directions: Olive Mill Road to Hill Road, Down shared lane on mountain side of Hill
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,101
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.43 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 009351007
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 15, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Montecito Union School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.2mi
10/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 84° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
13 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Santa Barbara, CA • 93108
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 15% for direct sun exposure in Santa Barbara. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.5 hrs
6.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$3.75M – $4.54M
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