This charming California cottage is located on a picturesque tree-lined street just a short distance to Montecito's Upper and Lower Villages. Recently remodeled, it was built in the 1880's, and the owners added thoughtfully designed modern conveniences without losing any of the original charm. This two bedroom, three bath home has a bright, open floor plan and large windows. It offers the warmth of hardwood floors, a tranquil décor, and unique architectural features, such as ceiling fans, skylights, custom lighting, crown molding, original baseboards, a cozy stone fire-place, beamed ceilings and wide decks. It is surrounded by lush gardens with high hedges for privacy, and fruit trees - plum, apple, apricot, and orange. There is a detached office building, and a separate garden shed.
Single-familyProperty Type
1880Year Built
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Gary Goldberg•DRE #01172139• Coastal Properties
Bought with Bartron Real Estate Group•DRE #01005021 / 01950975 / 00966870 / 01976075• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Impeccably restored magical bungalow circa 1880 offering the utmost in charm & character. The sun-filled open floor plan boasts hardwood floors, French doors, pitched beamed ceilings and great indoor/outdoor living. Sun decks overlook an elaborate native garden and pathways winding toward an artist's studio, the quintessence of Montecito living.
Public Records
Aug 1, 2006
Sold
$1,637,000
SBMLS #02-1244
May 29, 2002
Listing Removed
—
May 2, 2002
Listed
$1,190,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$21,242 (+1.8%)
$1,003,964 + $948,188
$1,952,152
2024
$20,874 (+1.8%)
$984,279 + $929,597
$1,913,876
2023
$20,509 (+1.6%)
$964,980 + $911,370
$1,876,350
2022
$20,186 (+2.0%)
$946,059 + $893,500
$1,839,559
2021
$19,786 (+0.9%)
$927,509 + $875,981
$1,803,490
2020
$19,602 (−9.8%)
$909,323 + $858,805
$1,768,128
2019
$21,740 (+1.9%)
$900,000 + $850,000
$1,750,000
2018
$21,342 (+2.1%)
$1,538,482 + $425,828
$1,964,310
2017
$20,903 (+3.2%)
$1,478,742 + $409,294
$1,888,036
2016
$20,261 (+2.3%)
$1,478,742 + $409,294
$1,888,036
2015
$19,814 (+1.1%)
$1,449,748 + $401,269
$1,851,017
2014
$19,599 (+0.8%)
$1,639,404 + $149,729
$1,789,133
2013
$19,447 (+2.5%)
$1,639,404 + $149,729
$1,789,133
2012
$18,965 (+1.9%)
$1,631,995 + $149,053
$1,781,048
2011
$18,611 (+1.6%)
$1,599,996 + $146,131
$1,746,127
2009
$18,322 (+2.9%)
$1,556,901 + $142,196
$1,699,097
2008
$17,797
$1,530,000 + $139,740
$1,669,740
Tax history for 514 Parra Grande
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$21,242 (+1.8%)
$1,003,964 + $948,188
$1,952,152
2024
$20,874 (+1.8%)
$984,279 + $929,597
$1,913,876
2023
$20,509 (+1.6%)
$964,980 + $911,370
$1,876,350
2022
$20,186 (+2.0%)
$946,059 + $893,500
$1,839,559
2021
$19,786 (+0.9%)
$927,509 + $875,981
$1,803,490
2020
$19,602 (−9.8%)
$909,323 + $858,805
$1,768,128
2019
$21,740 (+1.9%)
$900,000 + $850,000
$1,750,000
2018
$21,342 (+2.1%)
$1,538,482 + $425,828
$1,964,310
2017
$20,903 (+3.2%)
$1,478,742 + $409,294
$1,888,036
2016
$20,261 (+2.3%)
$1,478,742 + $409,294
$1,888,036
2015
$19,814 (+1.1%)
$1,449,748 + $401,269
$1,851,017
2014
$19,599 (+0.8%)
$1,639,404 + $149,729
$1,789,133
2013
$19,447 (+2.5%)
$1,639,404 + $149,729
$1,789,133
2012
$18,965 (+1.9%)
$1,631,995 + $149,053
$1,781,048
2011
$18,611 (+1.6%)
$1,599,996 + $146,131
$1,746,127
2009
$18,322 (+2.9%)
$1,556,901 + $142,196
$1,699,097
2008
$17,797
$1,530,000 + $139,740
$1,669,740
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.37 Acres
Year renovated
1950
Sq. Ft.
1,611
Year built
1880
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
011171016
Parking Spaces
3
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Mar 19, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Gar #2
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: No
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Room Information
Sun Room
Office
Art Studio 2
Dining Information
Dining Area
Breakfast Area
Interior Features
Laundry Features: 220V Elect, Laundry Room
Fireplace Features: LR
Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Stove, Washer
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Hardwood
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Raised
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio Open, Fruit Trees, Drought Tolerant LND
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Roof: Composition
Property Information
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Other Structures: Shed(s), Work Shop
Property Condition: Excellent
Levels: Entry Lvl(No Stairs), Single Story
Lot Information
View: Wooded
Lot Features: Level
Zoning: R-1
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Utilities Information
Water Source: Mont Wtr
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Mont Union
Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.
High School: S.B. Sr.
Location Information
Cross Street: E Valley
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,611
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: 3
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.37 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1880
Year Renovated: 1950
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 011171016
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on Mar 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Montecito Union School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.7mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 84° expected this year, 21 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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Estimated sale price
$3.46M – $4.19M
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