Tucked off the street down a shared drive, 1.17 serene & usable acres await the Montecito dreamer. Built in 1935 & recently refreshed, this 3 bed, 2 bath mountain view home enjoys high vaulted ceilings, a wood burning fireplace, shiplap walls, wood floors, numerous French doors, & vintage light fixtures. Studded w/ mature oaks, gravel gardens, & a lush lawn, the ample backyard offers future opportunity for a pool, playground, sports court, or future estate site. A separate, quaint guest apartment w/ a fireplace, adjoining garage, & carport complete the gated property. Located within the coveted MUS District, enjoying the natural wonders of local trails or the convenience of nearby golf clubs, this charming property grants access to some of the magical moments Montecito has to offer.
Single-familyProperty Type
1935Year Built
1.17 acresLot Size
$2,566Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Marsha Kotlyar Estate Group•DRE #01426886• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Bought with Sheela Hunt•DRE #01103376• Village Properties
Tucked off the street down a shared drive, 1.17 serene & usable acres await the Montecito dreamer. This is an opportunity to build your ideal Montecito estate in the coveted Montecito Union School district. Fully fenced and gated, the property is a flag lot graced with mountain views, an existing 3 bedroom residence & quaint guest studio, with an adjoining garage. Enjoying the natural wonders of local trails or the convenience of nearby golf clubs, this charming property grants access to some of the most magical moments Montecito has to offer.
SBMLS #23-1720
Sep 19, 2023
Sold
$4,300,000
$2,443/sq ft
Jul 21, 2023
Contingent
—
Jul 11, 2023
Price Changed
$4,150,000
$2,358/sq ft
Jun 14, 2023
Listed
$4,400,000
$2,500/sq ft
TheMLS #23-280979
Sep 19, 2023
Sold
$4,300,000
$2,443/sq ft
Jul 21, 2023
Pending
—
Jul 11, 2023
Price Changed
$4,150,000
$2,358/sq ft
Jun 14, 2023
Listed
$4,400,000
$2,500/sq ft
+29
Tucked off the street, down a shared drive, 1.17 serene and usable acres await the Montecito dreamer. Built in 1935 and recently refreshed, this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom mountain view home enjoys high vaulted ceilings, wood burning fireplace, shiplap walls, wood floors, numerous French doors, and vintage light fixtures. Studded with mature oaks, low-maintenance gardens, raised veggie beds, and a sprawling lawn, the backyard offers future opportunity for a pool, playground, sports court, or estate site. A separate studio apartment with a fireplace, adjoining garage, and carport complete the gated property. Located within the coveted Montecito Union School District, enjoying the natural wonders of local trails or the convenience of nearby golf clubs, this charming property grants access to some of the most magical moments Montecito has to offer.
SBMLS #23-88
Jan 16, 2023
Sold
$2,650,000
$1,506/sq ft
Jan 16, 2023
Listed
$2,650,000
$1,506/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$45,384 (+2.9%)
$2,080,800 + $1,560,600
$3,641,400
2024
$44,090 (+145.8%)
$2,040,000 + $1,530,000
$3,570,000
2023
$17,936 (+1,212.9%)
$2,000,000 + $1,500,000
$3,500,000
2022
$1,366 (+3.4%)
$915,356 + $343,352
$1,258,708
2021
$1,322 (+1.5%)
$41,857 + $80,671
$122,528
2020
$1,302 (+8.4%)
$41,037 + $79,090
$120,127
2019
$1,200 (+2.1%)
$40,617 + $78,280
$118,897
2018
$1,176 (+1.9%)
$39,821 + $76,746
$116,567
2017
$1,154 (+3.1%)
$38,276 + $73,767
$112,043
2016
$1,119 (−4.8%)
$38,276 + $73,767
$112,043
2015
$1,175 (−2.2%)
$37,526 + $72,321
$109,847
2014
$1,202 (+0.4%)
$36,239 + $69,840
$106,079
2013
$1,197 (+4.2%)
$36,239 + $69,840
$106,079
2012
$1,148 (+1.9%)
$36,076 + $69,525
$105,601
2011
$1,127 (+0.6%)
$35,369 + $68,162
$103,531
2009
$1,119 (+4.2%)
$34,417 + $66,327
$100,744
2008
$1,074
$33,823 + $65,182
$99,005
Tax history for 2070 E Valley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$45,384 (+2.9%)
$2,080,800 + $1,560,600
$3,641,400
2024
$44,090 (+145.8%)
$2,040,000 + $1,530,000
$3,570,000
2023
$17,936 (+1,212.9%)
$2,000,000 + $1,500,000
$3,500,000
2022
$1,366 (+3.4%)
$915,356 + $343,352
$1,258,708
2021
$1,322 (+1.5%)
$41,857 + $80,671
$122,528
2020
$1,302 (+8.4%)
$41,037 + $79,090
$120,127
2019
$1,200 (+2.1%)
$40,617 + $78,280
$118,897
2018
$1,176 (+1.9%)
$39,821 + $76,746
$116,567
2017
$1,154 (+3.1%)
$38,276 + $73,767
$112,043
2016
$1,119 (−4.8%)
$38,276 + $73,767
$112,043
2015
$1,175 (−2.2%)
$37,526 + $72,321
$109,847
2014
$1,202 (+0.4%)
$36,239 + $69,840
$106,079
2013
$1,197 (+4.2%)
$36,239 + $69,840
$106,079
2012
$1,148 (+1.9%)
$36,076 + $69,525
$105,601
2011
$1,127 (+0.6%)
$35,369 + $68,162
$103,531
2009
$1,119 (+4.2%)
$34,417 + $66,327
$100,744
2008
$1,074
$33,823 + $65,182
$99,005
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.43 Acres
Year renovated
1983
Sq. Ft.
1,664
Year built
1935
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
007140014
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 #2, Unc #2
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: No
Carport: Yes
Open Parking YN: Yes
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
Ground Floor Bedroom 2
Great Room
Dining Information
Formal
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Gas Hookup
Fireplace Features: Other, 2, LR
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Hardwood
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Raised
Exterior Features: Patio Open, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Wooded, Fenced: ALL
Roof: Composition
Property Information
Architectural Style: Ranch
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Other Structures: Other
Property Condition: Excellent
Levels: Split Level, Single Story
Lot Information
View: Mountain(s), Setting, Wooded
Lot Features: Level, Near Public Transit
Zoning: R-1
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Wall Furnace
Utilities Information
Water Source: Mont Wtr
Sewer: Sewer Hookup
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Mont Union
Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.
High School: S.B. Sr.
Location Information
Cross Street: Lilac Drive
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,664
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.43 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1935
Year Renovated: 1983
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 007140014
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
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Schools
Montecito Union School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.5mi
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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
8 days above 86° expected this year, 19 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
$4.29M – $5.19M
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