Charming remodeled home in Montecito's Birnam Wood Country Club. Conveniently located at the end of a quiet cul de sac, lies an enchanting property with mountain views, privacy, swimming pool, & detached office. This single story 3 bed, 2.5 bath home with 2 car garage has been updated with elevated finishes and brand new appliances. Slide open the wall of glass doors to expand your living space al fresco. Enjoy separate outdoor spaces, enhancing your livable space to take advantage of the 1.6 acre lot and enjoy the view of a magical lake on the 14th fairway. The primary suite has a walk-in closet & full bath with heated floors & steam shower. Entertain in the new custom kitchen or head to the club for drinks. Within the MUS school district & minutes from Upper Village, hiking, & beaches.
Single-familyProperty Type
1979Year Built
1.6 acresLot Size
$3,169Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Nora B. Lieber•DRE #02220863• Village Properties
Bought with Ryan Malmsten•DRE #01867047• Santa Barbara Brokers, Inc.
Birnam Wood Opportunity! Located in Montecito's gated Birnam Wood golf community and adjacent to the 14th fairway, this idyllic, privately situated home awaits transformation into a custom dream home. Light filled living room, two bedrooms, plus a den and two bathrooms. The home features a pool surrounded by custom tile mural, multiple, beautifully landscaped gardens, and golf course views. Enjoy relaxed sophistication, located convenient to world-class beaches and Montecito's Upper and Lower Villages. Incredible potential! See reports under Document tab.
SBMLS #93-3506
May 2, 1994
Listing Removed
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Sep 28, 1993
Listed
$895,000
$433/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$44,415 (+1.8%)
$4,080,000 + $2,448,000
$6,528,000
2024
$43,620 (+1.8%)
$3,077,503 + $1,061,208
$4,138,711
2023
$42,832 (+1.5%)
$3,017,160 + $1,040,400
$4,057,560
2022
$42,194 (+163.8%)
$2,958,000 + $1,020,000
$3,978,000
2021
$15,997 (+0.7%)
$2,900,000 + $1,000,000
$3,900,000
2020
$15,881 (+4.0%)
$863,640 + $510,325
$1,373,965
2019
$15,268 (+1.8%)
$854,785 + $505,093
$1,359,878
2018
$14,997 (+2.3%)
$838,025 + $495,190
$1,333,215
2017
$14,667 (+3.2%)
$805,485 + $475,962
$1,281,447
2016
$14,213 (+2.7%)
$805,485 + $475,962
$1,281,447
2015
$13,845 (+1.5%)
$789,692 + $466,630
$1,256,322
2014
$13,638 (+0.4%)
$762,595 + $450,618
$1,213,213
2013
$13,584 (+2.5%)
$762,595 + $450,618
$1,213,213
2012
$13,250 (+1.9%)
$759,149 + $448,582
$1,207,731
2011
$13,009 (+2.0%)
$744,264 + $439,787
$1,184,051
2009
$12,752 (+3.4%)
$724,218 + $427,942
$1,152,160
2008
$12,337
$711,705 + $420,549
$1,132,254
Tax history for 1968 Inverness Ln
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$44,415 (+1.8%)
$4,080,000 + $2,448,000
$6,528,000
2024
$43,620 (+1.8%)
$3,077,503 + $1,061,208
$4,138,711
2023
$42,832 (+1.5%)
$3,017,160 + $1,040,400
$4,057,560
2022
$42,194 (+163.8%)
$2,958,000 + $1,020,000
$3,978,000
2021
$15,997 (+0.7%)
$2,900,000 + $1,000,000
$3,900,000
2020
$15,881 (+4.0%)
$863,640 + $510,325
$1,373,965
2019
$15,268 (+1.8%)
$854,785 + $505,093
$1,359,878
2018
$14,997 (+2.3%)
$838,025 + $495,190
$1,333,215
2017
$14,667 (+3.2%)
$805,485 + $475,962
$1,281,447
2016
$14,213 (+2.7%)
$805,485 + $475,962
$1,281,447
2015
$13,845 (+1.5%)
$789,692 + $466,630
$1,256,322
2014
$13,638 (+0.4%)
$762,595 + $450,618
$1,213,213
2013
$13,584 (+2.5%)
$762,595 + $450,618
$1,213,213
2012
$13,250 (+1.9%)
$759,149 + $448,582
$1,207,731
2011
$13,009 (+2.0%)
$744,264 + $439,787
$1,184,051
2009
$12,752 (+3.4%)
$724,218 + $427,942
$1,152,160
2008
$12,337
$711,705 + $420,549
$1,132,254
*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
2
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1.6 Acres
Year renovated
1979
Sq. Ft.
2,066
Year built
1979
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
007400028
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Gar #2, Interior Access, Attached
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: Yes
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
Patio Enclosed
Office
Ground Floor Primary
Ground Floor Bedroom 2
Dining Information
Formal
Dining Area
Breakfast Bar
Breakfast Area
Interior Features
Laundry Features: In Unit
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Appliances: Refrigerator, Built-In Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Hardwood, Stone, Tile
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed
Foundation Details: Slab
Exterior Features: Pool, Deck, Patio Open, Patio Covered, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation T/O, Yard Irrigation PRT, Fenced: PRT
Construction Materials: Stucco
Roof: Composition
Property Information
Architectural Style: Contemporary
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Other Structures: Work Shop
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled, Excellent
Levels: Entry Lvl(No Stairs), Single Story
Lot Information
View: Mountain(s), Wooded, Golf Course
Lot Features: Level, On Golf Course, Cul-De-Sac, Near Public Transit
Zoning: Other
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling Available: Yes
Cooling: Central Air
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Utilities Information
Water Source: Meter In, Mont Wtr
Sewer: Sewer Hookup
Utilities: Underground Util
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
HOA Information
Association: No
Association Amenities: Other, Tennis Court(s), Clubhouse, Golf Course, Lake, Security, Gym, Guest Parking
School Information
Elementary School: Mont Union
Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.
High School: S.B. Sr.
Location Information
Cross Street: Crocker Sperry Drive
Directions: San Ysidro toward mountains, right on East Valley, right into Birnam Wood (be nice to gate person). Through gate, right on Crocker Sperry, right on Inverness, at the end of cul de sac
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,066
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.6 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1979
Year Renovated: 1979
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 007400028
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
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Schools
Montecito Union School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.0mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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8 days above 86° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$6.22M – $7.53M
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