Set on a lushly landscaped site, this exquisite cottage has been impeccably remodeled and offers surprising privacy. A flexible floor plan with private master suite, office, guest rooms and media room. Dual living possibilities. Conveniently located close to the lower Village of Montecito, shopping and beaches. This is a hidden gem! Not a drive-by. A gated entry welcomes you into this delightful home. Sets of French doors and windows throughout open to the gardens.
Single-familyProperty Type
1947Year Built
0.32 acresLot Size
$1,398Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Bartron Real Estate Group Bartron•DRE #01005021• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Bought with Penny Collins•DRE #01081586• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
WONDERFUL CALIF. COTTAGE, HARDWOOD FLRS-LOADS OF CHARM. LARGE MASTER SUITE W/ WALK IN CLOSET & SITTING AREA. BEAUTIFUL GARDENS AND VERY PRIVATE. 3 BR, 3 BA WITH ADDITIONAL ROOM FOR OFFICE OR PLAY ROOM. DO NOT LET ADDRESS DETER YOU-GREAT VALUE. CO-LISTED WITH PERRY PERKINS-LIFESTYLE REALTY (805) 969-5474
SBMLS #95-1643
Jun 21, 1995
Sold
$745,000
$270/sq ft
May 23, 1995
Listing Removed
—
May 17, 1995
Listed
$799,000
$290/sq ft
SBMLS #95-1644
Jun 21, 1995
Sold
$745,000
$270/sq ft
May 23, 1995
Listing Removed
—
May 17, 1995
Listed
$799,000
$290/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 26, 1992
Sold
$745,000
$270/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 27, 1990
Sold
$410,000
$149/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$22,327 (+1.7%)
$1,375,414 + $656,445
$2,031,859
2024
$21,948 (+1.8%)
$1,348,446 + $643,574
$1,992,020
2023
$21,571 (+1.6%)
$1,322,006 + $630,955
$1,952,961
2022
$21,236 (+2.0%)
$1,296,085 + $618,584
$1,914,669
2021
$20,815 (+1.6%)
$1,270,672 + $606,455
$1,877,127
2020
$20,481 (+1.5%)
$1,245,757 + $594,564
$1,840,321
2019
$20,179 (+1.8%)
$1,232,984 + $588,468
$1,821,452
2018
$19,813 (+2.1%)
$1,208,808 + $576,930
$1,785,738
2017
$19,403 (+3.2%)
$1,161,869 + $554,528
$1,716,397
2016
$18,810 (+2.1%)
$1,161,869 + $554,528
$1,716,397
2015
$18,416 (+1.5%)
$1,139,088 + $543,655
$1,682,743
2014
$18,137 (+17.5%)
$1,100,000 + $525,000
$1,625,000
2013
$15,436 (+2.6%)
$1,100,000 + $525,000
$1,625,000
2012
$15,052 (+1.9%)
$873,690 + $499,252
$1,372,942
2011
$14,767 (+1.9%)
$856,559 + $489,463
$1,346,022
2009
$14,494 (+3.7%)
$833,488 + $476,280
$1,309,768
2008
$13,978
$819,088 + $468,051
$1,287,139
Tax history for 183 Hot Springs Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$22,327 (+1.7%)
$1,375,414 + $656,445
$2,031,859
2024
$21,948 (+1.8%)
$1,348,446 + $643,574
$1,992,020
2023
$21,571 (+1.6%)
$1,322,006 + $630,955
$1,952,961
2022
$21,236 (+2.0%)
$1,296,085 + $618,584
$1,914,669
2021
$20,815 (+1.6%)
$1,270,672 + $606,455
$1,877,127
2020
$20,481 (+1.5%)
$1,245,757 + $594,564
$1,840,321
2019
$20,179 (+1.8%)
$1,232,984 + $588,468
$1,821,452
2018
$19,813 (+2.1%)
$1,208,808 + $576,930
$1,785,738
2017
$19,403 (+3.2%)
$1,161,869 + $554,528
$1,716,397
2016
$18,810 (+2.1%)
$1,161,869 + $554,528
$1,716,397
2015
$18,416 (+1.5%)
$1,139,088 + $543,655
$1,682,743
2014
$18,137 (+17.5%)
$1,100,000 + $525,000
$1,625,000
2013
$15,436 (+2.6%)
$1,100,000 + $525,000
$1,625,000
2012
$15,052 (+1.9%)
$873,690 + $499,252
$1,372,942
2011
$14,767 (+1.9%)
$856,559 + $489,463
$1,346,022
2009
$14,494 (+3.7%)
$833,488 + $476,280
$1,309,768
2008
$13,978
$819,088 + $468,051
$1,287,139
*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
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.32 Acres
Year renovated
1947
Sq. Ft.
2,135
Year built
1947
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
009151005
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
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Cpt #2, Unc #3
Attached Garage: No
Carport: Yes
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Room Information
Patio Enclosed
Family Room 2
Dining Information
Formal
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Fireplace Features: LR
Appliances: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Stove, Microwave
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Hardwood, Stone
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed
Foundation Details: Raised, Mixed
Exterior Features: Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation PRT, Fenced: ALL
Construction Materials: Stucco
Roof: Metal
Property Information
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Property Condition: Excellent, Good
Levels: Single Story
Lot Information
View: Setting
Lot Features: Near Public Transit
Zoning: R-1
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Utilities Information
Water Source: Mont Wtr
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Cold Spring
Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.
High School: S.B. Sr.
Location Information
Cross Street: Hermosillo Dr
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,135
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1947
Year Renovated: 1947
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 009151005
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Cold Spring Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.3mi
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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, 17 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
$3.66M – $4.43M
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