Classic, coveted Spanish style estate with red tiled roofs, bougainvillea-covered arches, flagstone walkways and wrought-iron detail, all artfully crafted and lovingly maintained. This Ketzel and Goodman design is an outstanding blend of tradition and innovation. The main house is rich with character and elegant features including three spacious bedroom suites, three full and two half baths, fou r fireplaces, beautiful walnut and old style tile floors, high beamed ceilings, and a fantastic gourmet kitchen with octagonal breakfast room. The gourmet kitchen opens to the great room, and the great room to the south facing, heated and covered veranda. Additionally, there is a large and cozy library, and a lower level with media room, wet bar, wine storage, and exercise area. This home is made for entertaining! Flagstone walkways through the colorful gardens connect to the accessory cottage and it's living room, kitchenette, two bedrooms, laundry and bath. The cottage also features covered parking, two patios and a sport court.
Single-familyProperty Type
2000Year Built
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Kathleen Marvin• Coldwell Banker Realty
Listed by Barbara Koutnik• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Stefani Taliaferro• Sotheby's International Realty
ACROSS FROM BIRNAM WOOD.A CHARMING WEEKEND HME W/A DETACHED GUEST HOUSE.LIKE A COTTAGE AT THE SAN YSIDRO RANCH THERE AREGARDENS OF FRUIT TREES,COLORFUL FLOWERS AND A ROLLING LAWN. THE STRUCTURES ARE SITUATED TOWARD THE REAR OF THE 1.3ACRE LOT ALL BEHIND A MASSIVE&IMPRESSIVE STONE WALL.PLSE CALL LA TO SHOW.RM F/TENNIS COURT&POOL.MAIN HSE&GST ARE EACH 2BEDRMS
Public Records
Apr 12, 1988
Sold
$455,500
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$64,719 (+1.8%)
$2,367,593 + $3,799,700
$6,167,293
2024
$63,559 (+1.8%)
$2,321,170 + $3,725,197
$6,046,367
2023
$62,409 (+1.6%)
$2,275,657 + $3,652,154
$5,927,811
2022
$61,401 (+2.1%)
$2,231,037 + $3,580,544
$5,811,581
2021
$60,144 (+1.0%)
$2,187,292 + $3,510,338
$5,697,630
2020
$59,551 (+2.3%)
$2,144,404 + $3,441,508
$5,585,912
2019
$58,194 (+3.9%)
$2,122,416 + $3,406,220
$5,528,636
2018
$55,989 (+5.9%)
$2,080,800 + $3,339,432
$5,420,232
2017
$52,854 (+60.6%)
$2,000,000 + $3,100,000
$5,100,000
2016
$32,912 (+1.3%)
$2,000,000 + $3,100,000
$5,100,000
2015
$32,485 (+1.6%)
$1,206,371 + $2,002,331
$3,208,702
2014
$31,958 (+0.4%)
$1,164,975 + $1,933,622
$3,098,597
2013
$31,820 (+2.6%)
$1,164,975 + $1,933,622
$3,098,597
2012
$31,000 (+2.0%)
$1,159,710 + $1,924,884
$3,084,594
2011
$30,386 (+0.6%)
$1,136,971 + $1,887,142
$3,024,113
2009
$30,217 (+2.1%)
$1,106,348 + $1,836,313
$2,942,661
2008
$29,603
$1,087,233 + $1,804,585
$2,891,818
Tax history for 1988 E Valley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$64,719 (+1.8%)
$2,367,593 + $3,799,700
$6,167,293
2024
$63,559 (+1.8%)
$2,321,170 + $3,725,197
$6,046,367
2023
$62,409 (+1.6%)
$2,275,657 + $3,652,154
$5,927,811
2022
$61,401 (+2.1%)
$2,231,037 + $3,580,544
$5,811,581
2021
$60,144 (+1.0%)
$2,187,292 + $3,510,338
$5,697,630
2020
$59,551 (+2.3%)
$2,144,404 + $3,441,508
$5,585,912
2019
$58,194 (+3.9%)
$2,122,416 + $3,406,220
$5,528,636
2018
$55,989 (+5.9%)
$2,080,800 + $3,339,432
$5,420,232
2017
$52,854 (+60.6%)
$2,000,000 + $3,100,000
$5,100,000
2016
$32,912 (+1.3%)
$2,000,000 + $3,100,000
$5,100,000
2015
$32,485 (+1.6%)
$1,206,371 + $2,002,331
$3,208,702
2014
$31,958 (+0.4%)
$1,164,975 + $1,933,622
$3,098,597
2013
$31,820 (+2.6%)
$1,164,975 + $1,933,622
$3,098,597
2012
$31,000 (+2.0%)
$1,159,710 + $1,924,884
$3,084,594
2011
$30,386 (+0.6%)
$1,136,971 + $1,887,142
$3,024,113
2009
$30,217 (+2.1%)
$1,106,348 + $1,836,313
$2,942,661
2008
$29,603
$1,087,233 + $1,804,585
$2,891,818
*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
4
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.3 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
5,413
Year built
2000
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
007130023
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Gar #2, Cpt #1, Unc #4
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: No
Carport: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
Room Information
Theatre
Office
Library/Study
Exercise Room 2
Dining Information
Dining Area
Breakfast Area
Interior Features
Laundry Features: 220V Elect, Laundry Room
Fireplace Features: 2+, LR
Appliances: Trash Compactor, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Tankless Water Heater, Oven/Rnge/Blt-in, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Satellite Dish, Wtr Softener/Owned