Just above the cafes & shops of Coast Village Road yet a world apart! Spectacular 1930's villa secluded down a gated private lane. Respectfully restored & updated to perfection with stylish accents. Breathtaking close-up panoramic ocean & coastline views over treetops & sprawling pool terrace. Private gated motor court, Garden entry courtyard, paneled Office, 2 double Garages, separate 1-bedroom Guest apartment with private Garden Terrace, grotto Wine Cellar, plus much more!
Single-familyProperty Type
1938Year Built
0.95 acresLot Size
4 car garageParking
Listed by Randy Solakian•DRE #00622258• Coldwell Banker Realty
Listed by Deanna Solakian•DRE #01895788• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Randy Solakian•DRE #00622258• Coldwell Banker Realty
Endless ocean views, a premier, central location & chic finishes coalesce at this fabulous 1930s estate, recently reimagined for the 21st century. Pass through the central courtyard to glamorous spaces where period details mingle with contemporary comforts. Single level living with nearly 5500 sf includes a grand living/dining rm, spectacular kitchen/family rm, breathtaking master suite, 2 offices, cozy den & 2 guest suites. Additionally the estate is host to a dreamy guest hm, a wine grotto & poetic gardens to explore. Venetian plaster walls shimmer & mimic the sparkle of the sea, but the estate’s biggest star is endless coastal views. The seemingly infinite ocean, expansive terraces & coveted “urban” experience in the seaside village of Montecito make this the ultimate California Dream!
TheMLS #17-200100
May 4, 2017
Pending
—
Mar 17, 2017
Price Changed
*
Feb 7, 2017
Listed
*
NSBCRMLS #1073102
Apr 6, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Nov 21, 2016
Listed
$8,250,000
SBMLS #16-3794
Jan 1, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Nov 21, 2016
Listed
$8,250,000
TheMLS #16-151152
Oct 11, 2016
Delisted
—
Aug 8, 2016
Listed
*
SBMLS #16-2618
Oct 11, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Aug 8, 2016
Listed
$8,800,000
Public Records
Mar 28, 2008
Sold
$4,821,500
SBMLS #07-4360
Mar 28, 2008
Sold
$4,821,240
Dec 5, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Oct 15, 2007
Listed
$4,950,000
SBMLS #98-689
May 31, 1999
Sold
$2,250,000
May 26, 1999
Listing Removed
—
Mar 23, 1998
Listed
$2,250,000
Public Records
Sep 1, 1989
Sold
$1,400,000
Public Records
Nov 20, 1985
Sold
$651,500
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$78,831 (+1.9%)
$3,569,658 + $4,071,642
$7,641,300
2024
$77,395 (+1.9%)
$3,499,665 + $3,991,806
$7,491,471
2023
$75,970 (+1.7%)
$3,431,045 + $3,913,536
$7,344,581
2022
$74,673 (+2.1%)
$3,363,770 + $3,836,800
$7,200,570
2021
$73,116 (+1.0%)
$3,297,814 + $3,761,569
$7,059,383
2020
$72,401 (+2.4%)
$3,233,151 + $3,687,813
$6,920,964
2019
$70,723 (+2.0%)
$3,200,000 + $3,650,000
$6,850,000
2018
$69,365 (+20.0%)
$3,121,200 + $3,584,178
$6,705,378
2017
$57,817 (+3.1%)
$3,395,319 + $2,061,230
$5,456,549
2016
$56,065 (+1.6%)
$3,395,319 + $2,061,230
$5,456,549
2015
$55,155 (+1.6%)
$3,328,745 + $2,020,814
$5,349,559
2014
$54,277 (+0.4%)
$3,214,519 + $1,951,470
$5,165,989
2013
$54,045 (+2.6%)
$3,214,519 + $1,951,470
$5,165,989
2012
$52,693 (+2.0%)
$3,199,992 + $1,942,651
$5,142,643
2011
$51,671 (+0.9%)
$3,137,248 + $1,904,560
$5,041,808
2009
$51,199 (+106.0%)
$3,052,747 + $1,853,261
$4,906,008
2008
$24,849
$1,226,004 + $1,132,870
$2,358,874
Tax history for 136 Middle Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$78,831 (+1.9%)
$3,569,658 + $4,071,642
$7,641,300
2024
$77,395 (+1.9%)
$3,499,665 + $3,991,806
$7,491,471
2023
$75,970 (+1.7%)
$3,431,045 + $3,913,536
$7,344,581
2022
$74,673 (+2.1%)
$3,363,770 + $3,836,800
$7,200,570
2021
$73,116 (+1.0%)
$3,297,814 + $3,761,569
$7,059,383
2020
$72,401 (+2.4%)
$3,233,151 + $3,687,813
$6,920,964
2019
$70,723 (+2.0%)
$3,200,000 + $3,650,000
$6,850,000
2018
$69,365 (+20.0%)
$3,121,200 + $3,584,178
$6,705,378
2017
$57,817 (+3.1%)
$3,395,319 + $2,061,230
$5,456,549
2016
$56,065 (+1.6%)
$3,395,319 + $2,061,230
$5,456,549
2015
$55,155 (+1.6%)
$3,328,745 + $2,020,814
$5,349,559
2014
$54,277 (+0.4%)
$3,214,519 + $1,951,470
$5,165,989
2013
$54,045 (+2.6%)
$3,214,519 + $1,951,470
$5,165,989
2012
$52,693 (+2.0%)
$3,199,992 + $1,942,651
$5,142,643
2011
$51,671 (+0.9%)
$3,137,248 + $1,904,560
$5,041,808
2009
$51,199 (+106.0%)
$3,052,747 + $1,853,261
$4,906,008
2008
$24,849
$1,226,004 + $1,132,870
$2,358,874
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
6
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.95 Acres
Year renovated
1960
Sq. Ft.
5,548
Year built
1938
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
009230007
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
20-R-1
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.
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
Mar 1, 2019 • Final
Historic permits
Replace an existing forced air unit with a new one in the same location.
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Gar #4, Interior Access, Attached