Experience timeless elegance among tranquil surroundings in this stunning, custom-built Mediterranean-style villa, perched high above the glistening ocean. Thoughtfully designed to harmonize with its natural setting, this home offers a seamless blend of luxury, comfort, and versatility-perfect for entertaining, making memories, or simply relaxing in style. Set on a private road, this estate boasts sweeping ocean and mountain views from nearly every room, with oversized windows and French doors that invite the outdoors in. Vaulted ceilings throughout the main living spaces enhance the sense of light and openness, while elegant finishes and timeless architecture define every corner.
Single-familyProperty Type
1991Year Built
4.38 acresLot Size
$1,601Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Daniel Hewson•DRE #01054461• Coastal Living California Properties Inc.
Bought with Dan Johnson•DRE #00609860• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Est. $11,469 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 2240 Ortega Ranch Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
SBMLS #26-419
Jun 17, 2026
Sold
$9,725,000
$1,601/sq ft
May 12, 2026
Pending
—
Feb 8, 2026
Listed
$10,495,000
$1,727/sq ft
SBMLS #25-2506
Feb 3, 2026
Price Changed
$10,495,000
$1,727/sq ft
Dec 31, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Jun 27, 2025
Listed
$10,950,000
$1,802/sq ft
SBMLS #90-974
Sep 28, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Feb 14, 1990
Listed
$1,300,000
$214/sq ft
SBMLS #90-824
Sep 28, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Feb 14, 1990
Listed
$1,300,000
$214/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 9, 1992
Sold
$1,875,000
$309/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$36,229 (+2.3%)
$1,578,312 + $1,803,788
$3,382,100
2024
$35,414 (+1.8%)
$1,547,365 + $1,768,420
$3,315,785
2023
$34,803 (+1.6%)
$1,517,025 + $1,733,746
$3,250,771
2022
$34,255 (+2.2%)
$1,487,280 + $1,699,751
$3,187,031
2021
$33,521 (+1.1%)
$1,458,118 + $1,666,423
$3,124,541
2020
$33,161 (+2.0%)
$1,429,528 + $1,633,749
$3,063,277
2019
$32,496 (+1.7%)
$1,414,870 + $1,616,997
$3,031,867
2018
$31,966 (+1.8%)
$1,387,128 + $1,585,292
$2,972,420
2017
$31,397 (+1.8%)
$1,333,265 + $1,523,734
$2,856,999
2016
$30,843 (+1.2%)
$1,333,265 + $1,523,734
$2,856,999
2015
$30,481 (+6.2%)
$1,307,123 + $1,493,857
$2,800,980
2014
$28,692 (+0.2%)
$1,262,269 + $1,442,595
$2,704,864
2013
$28,624 (+2.2%)
$1,262,269 + $1,442,595
$2,704,864
2012
$28,022 (+2.0%)
$1,256,565 + $1,436,076
$2,692,641
2011
$27,474 (+0.6%)
$1,231,927 + $1,407,918
$2,639,845
2009
$27,311 (+2.0%)
$1,198,746 + $1,369,996
$2,568,742
2008
$26,788
$1,178,034 + $1,346,325
$2,524,359
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
5
Baths
5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.38 Acres
Year renovated
1991
Sq. Ft.
6,076
Year built
1991
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
005580001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
RR-5
Residential Ranchette Zone
The RR zone is applied within Urban, Inner-Rural and Existing Developed Rural Neighborhood areas as designated on the Comprehensive Plan maps where low density residential and agricultural uses are appropriate. This zone is intended to preserve the character of an area and to minimize the services required by providing for low density residential development.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Waste transfer station
Lodging-Full service
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Inside Entrance, Attached
Attached Garage: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
Office
Library/Study
Great Room
Family Room 2
Dining Information
In Kitchen
Formal
Interior Features
Window Features: Drapes, Plantation Shutters
Laundry Features: Gas Hookup, Laundry Room
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Family Room
Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Built-In Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Gas Stove, Microwave, Washer, Wtr Softener/Owned
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Pier & Post
Exterior Features: Lawn
Walls Insulated
AtticCrawl Hatchway(s) Insulated
Construction Materials: Stucco
Roof: Tile
Property Information
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Other Structures: Greenhouse
Property Condition: Good
Levels: Two
Lot Information
View: Mountain(s), Ocean
Lot Features: Level
Zoning: R-1
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Utilities Information
Water Source: Mont Wtr
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Pets Allowed: No
HOA Information
Association: Yes
Association FeeInc ludes: Comm Area Maint
School Information
Elementary School: Summerland
Middle Or Junior School: Carp. Jr.
High School: Carp. Sr.
Location Information
Road Frontage Type: Easement
Cross Street: Ortega Ridge Road
Directions: Ortega Ridge to Ortega Ranch Rd.
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 6,076
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4.38 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1991
Year Renovated: 1991
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 005580001
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Summerland Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
10/10
Carpinteria Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.3mi
5/10
Carpinteria Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.8mi
7/10
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Climate risks
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 86° 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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Historical weather
Santa Barbara, CA • 93108
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Sun exposure
82/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.7 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$8.87M – $10.74M
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