Steps away from the Montecito upper village and near the highly-rated Montecito Union School, this gorgeous Craftsman style luxury townhouse ('TH') lives like a private single-family home. There are only two THs in this development and they share just one common wall. Each TH has its own spacious, private yard. There is a large covered patio leading to the front door. The entry way has a soaring two-story ceiling. The living room, dining room, and kitchen are open to each other and look out to another patio and lovely backyard. The first floor also has a bedroom and en suite bathroom which could serve as an office. In addition, there is a guest bathroom downstairs. Upstairs are two large bedrooms either of which can be used as primary with spacious closets, beautiful en suite bathroom which could serve as an office. In addition, there is a guest bathroom downstairs. Upstairs are two large bedrooms either of which can be used as primary with spacious closets, beautiful en suite bathrooms and private balconies with stunning views. View the virtual tour to more fully appreciate the beauty and uniqueness of this unique listing.
CondoProperty Type
2004Year Built
1,306 sq ftLot Size
$1,492Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Calcagno & Hamilton Group•DRE #01499736 / 01129919• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Bought with Calcagno & Hamilton Group•DRE #01499736 / 01129919• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Excellent location down a private lane and steps away from restaurants and shopping in Montecito's upper village. This craftsman style condo is very well appointed with upscale kitchen, large living room with wood burning fireplace, hardwood floors and open to large dining room.
SBMLS #09-735
Feb 26, 2009
Listed
$2,195,000
$932/sq ft
SBMLS #05-2618
Feb 28, 2006
Sold
$2,000,000
$849/sq ft
Dec 22, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Jul 15, 2005
Listed
$2,095,000
$890/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$29,740 (+1.8%)
$1,298,917 + $1,569,526
$2,868,443
2024
$29,200 (+1.9%)
$1,273,449 + $1,538,751
$2,812,200
2023
$28,664 (+1.8%)
$1,248,480 + $1,508,580
$2,757,060
2022
$28,152 (+21.1%)
$1,224,000 + $1,479,000
$2,703,000
2021
$23,250 (+1.0%)
$1,200,000 + $1,450,000
$2,650,000
2020
$23,023 (+2.0%)
$872,029 + $1,307,476
$2,179,505
2019
$22,581 (+1.9%)
$863,088 + $1,294,070
$2,157,158
2018
$22,152 (+1.9%)
$846,165 + $1,268,697
$2,114,862
2017
$21,741 (+3.0%)
$813,308 + $1,219,433
$2,032,741
2016
$21,106 (+1.7%)
$813,308 + $1,219,433
$2,032,741
2015
$20,749 (+2.0%)
$797,361 + $1,195,523
$1,992,884
2014
$20,350 (+46.5%)
$770,000 + $1,154,500
$1,924,500
2013
$13,895 (+0.7%)
$770,000 + $1,154,500
$1,924,500
2012
$13,799 (−9.6%)
$566,000 + $731,000
$1,297,000
2011
$15,269 (−9.0%)
$566,000 + $731,000
$1,297,000
2009
$16,771 (−22.4%)
$648,675 + $837,000
$1,485,675
2008
$21,621
$832,320 + $1,248,480
$2,080,800
Tax history for 1517 E Valley Rd #A
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$29,740 (+1.8%)
$1,298,917 + $1,569,526
$2,868,443
2024
$29,200 (+1.9%)
$1,273,449 + $1,538,751
$2,812,200
2023
$28,664 (+1.8%)
$1,248,480 + $1,508,580
$2,757,060
2022
$28,152 (+21.1%)
$1,224,000 + $1,479,000
$2,703,000
2021
$23,250 (+1.0%)
$1,200,000 + $1,450,000
$2,650,000
2020
$23,023 (+2.0%)
$872,029 + $1,307,476
$2,179,505
2019
$22,581 (+1.9%)
$863,088 + $1,294,070
$2,157,158
2018
$22,152 (+1.9%)
$846,165 + $1,268,697
$2,114,862
2017
$21,741 (+3.0%)
$813,308 + $1,219,433
$2,032,741
2016
$21,106 (+1.7%)
$813,308 + $1,219,433
$2,032,741
2015
$20,749 (+2.0%)
$797,361 + $1,195,523
$1,992,884
2014
$20,350 (+46.5%)
$770,000 + $1,154,500
$1,924,500
2013
$13,895 (+0.7%)
$770,000 + $1,154,500
$1,924,500
2012
$13,799 (−9.6%)
$566,000 + $731,000
$1,297,000
2011
$15,269 (−9.0%)
$566,000 + $731,000
$1,297,000
2009
$16,771 (−22.4%)
$648,675 + $837,000
$1,485,675
2008
$21,621
$832,320 + $1,248,480
$2,080,800
*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
Beds
3
Baths
4
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
2,355
Year built
2004
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
007590001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
7-R-2
Two-Family Residential Zone
The R-2 zone is applied to areas appropriate for residential development in the form of two-family dwellings (duplexes) and to maintain a residential character similar to that of one-family neighborhoods. This zone is intended to ensure the compatibility of duplex development with surrounding multiple and one-family dwellings and neighborhoods.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Community / recreation center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Other
Waste transfer station
Lodging-Full service
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Gar #2, Unc #1
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: No
Open Parking YN: Yes
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Dining Information
Formal
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Fireplace Features: Primary Bedroom, 2, LR
Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Stove, Washer
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Hardwood
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Mixed
Exterior Features: Lawn, Wooded
Construction Materials: Stucco
Roof: Tile
Property Information
Architectural Style: Craftsman
Property Sub Type: Condo/Co-Op
Property Condition: Excellent
Levels: Two
Lot Information
View: Setting
Lot Features: Level, Near Public Transit
Zoning: R-2
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Utilities Information
Water Source: Mont Wtr
Sewer: Sewer Hookup
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
HOA Information
Association: Yes
Association FeeInc ludes: Insurance, Exterior Maint
CondoCO-OPPUD Association Fee: $537
School Information
Elementary School: Mont Union
Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.
High School: S.B. Sr.
Location Information
Cross Street: San Ysidro
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,355
Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 2004
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 007590001
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Montecito Union School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.3mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 86° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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13 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$3.34M – $4.04M
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