Experience timeless elegance and versatility with this neo-classical gem, offering ocean and mountain views from a spacious acre. Featuring dual living areas, each with its own kitchen and fireplace, this residence is ideal as a full-time home, weekend getaway, hosting guests, or multi-generational living. The upper level hosts two bedroom suites including the serene primary with a morning room and stunning vistas. Downstairs a private entrance leads to a bedroom and versatile flex room, ideal for an office or gym. Relax and entertain on multiple patios and terraces, and envision your dream pool, ADU, or motor court. Just minutes from Montecito's top destinations and beaches, this property combines classic charm with modern convenience making it the perfect place to call home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1921Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$1,538Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Riskin Partners Group•DRE #01815307 / 01447045 / 01954177 / 01951069• Village Properties
Bought with Riskin Partners Group•DRE #01815307 / 01447045 / 01954177 / 01951069• Village Properties
On an acre of park-like land, minutes to the beach with phenomenal 360° ocean and mountain views in the coveted 93108, this unique neo-classical home offers a charming and multi-functional design layout. Originally part of the famed Conklin Estate, situated between the ocean and Santa Ynez Mountains, this property showcases sprawling grounds of endless potential. Complete with dual living spaces upstairs and downstairs, each with its own fireplaces, kitchens, breakfast nooks, living rooms, and bedrooms. The upper primary suite includes a glorious morning room, with views of the grounds, ocean and coastline. Downstairs could double as a fully equipped separate living quarters, with a bedroom, full bath, living room, kitchenette, and separate entrance. An additional bonus room on the lower floor is perfect for a private home office or gym. Several patios and terraces cover the expansive lot with ample space to add an ADU (architectural plans included) with room for a pool, pool cabana, tennis/pickleball, or sports court. Located minutes away from Montecito's Upper & Lower villages, Butterfly Beach, Summerland Beach, Miramar Rosewood, Downtown Santa Barbara and so much more. If you're looking for a vacation property fit for the family and entertaining or stay-over guests, this is your chance to own one of the most affordable properties (with one acre and ocean views) on the market today. Action priced, in a very popular neighborhood, nestled among $10-$20 million dollar estates and ranches. Extremely close to hiking and horse trails, shopping, beaches, and all that the Montecito community has to offer.
SBMLS #23-2759
Oct 4, 2023
Sold
$3,495,000
$1,201/sq ft
Sep 22, 2023
Pending
—
Sep 14, 2023
Listed
$3,495,000
$1,201/sq ft
+26
On an acre of park-like land, minutes to the beach with phenomenal 360° ocean and mountain views in the coveted 93108, this unique neo-classical home offers a charming and multi-functional design layout. Originally part of the famed Conklin Estate, situated between the ocean and Santa Ynez Mountains, this property showcases sprawling grounds of endless potential. Complete with dual living spaces upstairs and downstairs, each with its own wood-burning fireplaces, kitchens, breakfast nooks, living rooms, and bedrooms. The upper primary suite includes a glorious morning room, with views of the grounds and coastline. Downstairs could double as a fully equipped separate living quarters, with a bedroom, full bath, living room, kitchenette, and separate entrance. An additional bonus room on the lower floor is perfect for a private home office or gym. Several patios and terraces cover the expansive lot with ample space to add an ADU (preliminarily approved architectural plans included) with room for a pool, pool cabana, tennis/pickleball, or sports court. Located minutes away from Montecito's Upper & Lower villages, Butterfly Beach, Summerland Beach, Miramar Rosewood, Downtown Santa Barbara and so much more. If you're looking for a vacation property fit for the family and entertaining or stay-over guests, this is your chance to own one of the most affordable properties (with one acre and ocean views) on the market today. Action priced, in a very popular neighborhood, nestled among $10-$20 million dollar estates and ranches. Extremely close to hiking and horse trails, shopping, beaches, and all that the Montecito community has to offer.
TheMLS #23-311531
Sep 22, 2023
Pending
—
Sep 15, 2023
Sold
$3,495,000
$1,201/sq ft
Sep 14, 2023
Listed
$3,495,000
$1,201/sq ft
SBMLS #21-4117
Feb 9, 2022
Sold
$3,150,000
$1,082/sq ft
Jan 6, 2022
Contingent
—
Dec 31, 2021
Price Changed
$2,995,000
$1,029/sq ft
Dec 3, 2021
Price Changed
$3,495,000
$1,201/sq ft
Nov 11, 2021
Listed
$3,995,000
$1,372/sq ft
SBMLS #10-1098
Mar 30, 2010
Listed
$1,495,000
$514/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 17, 2004
Sold
$1,300,000
$447/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$41,915 (+14.3%)
$2,295,000 + $1,779,900
$4,074,900
2024
$36,679 (+10.7%)
$2,250,000 + $1,745,000
$3,995,000
2023
$33,123 (+80.5%)
$1,900,000 + $1,595,000
$3,495,000
2022
$18,353 (+4.3%)
$1,800,000 + $1,350,000
$3,150,000
2021
$17,599 (+12.8%)
$1,379,188 + $364,072
$1,743,260
2020
$15,595 (+2.2%)
$1,352,146 + $321,934
$1,674,080
2019
$15,258 (+1.4%)
$1,196,000 + $287,000
$1,483,000
2018
$15,043 (+4.8%)
$1,173,000 + $281,000
$1,454,000
2017
$14,358 (+4.8%)
$1,095,000 + $262,000
$1,357,000
2016
$13,701 (+4.6%)
$1,095,000 + $262,000
$1,357,000
2015
$13,093 (+14.7%)
$1,043,000 + $249,000
$1,292,000
2014
$11,412 (+9.7%)
$903,000 + $215,000
$1,118,000
2013
$10,403 (+4.9%)
$903,000 + $215,000
$1,118,000
2012
$9,918 (−10.0%)
$821,000 + $195,000
$1,016,000
2011
$11,018 (−6.6%)
$782,000 + $186,000
$968,000
2009
$11,800 (−16.6%)
$868,560 + $206,800
$1,075,360
2008
$14,155
$1,114,268 + $265,302
$1,379,570
Tax history for 242 Ortega Ridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$41,915 (+14.3%)
$2,295,000 + $1,779,900
$4,074,900
2024
$36,679 (+10.7%)
$2,250,000 + $1,745,000
$3,995,000
2023
$33,123 (+80.5%)
$1,900,000 + $1,595,000
$3,495,000
2022
$18,353 (+4.3%)
$1,800,000 + $1,350,000
$3,150,000
2021
$17,599 (+12.8%)
$1,379,188 + $364,072
$1,743,260
2020
$15,595 (+2.2%)
$1,352,146 + $321,934
$1,674,080
2019
$15,258 (+1.4%)
$1,196,000 + $287,000
$1,483,000
2018
$15,043 (+4.8%)
$1,173,000 + $281,000
$1,454,000
2017
$14,358 (+4.8%)
$1,095,000 + $262,000
$1,357,000
2016
$13,701 (+4.6%)
$1,095,000 + $262,000
$1,357,000
2015
$13,093 (+14.7%)
$1,043,000 + $249,000
$1,292,000
2014
$11,412 (+9.7%)
$903,000 + $215,000
$1,118,000
2013
$10,403 (+4.9%)
$903,000 + $215,000
$1,118,000
2012
$9,918 (−10.0%)
$821,000 + $195,000
$1,016,000
2011
$11,018 (−6.6%)
$782,000 + $186,000
$968,000
2009
$11,800 (−16.6%)
$868,560 + $206,800
$1,075,360
2008
$14,155
$1,114,268 + $265,302
$1,379,570
*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
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
1921
Sq. Ft.
2,911
Year built
1921
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
005110005
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Unc #4
Attached Garage: No
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Dining Information
Formal
Breakfast Area
Interior Features
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Other, LR
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Mixed
Construction Materials: Stucco
Roof: Flat
Property Information
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Property Condition: Excellent
Levels: Two
Lot Information
View: Mountain(s), Coastline, Ocean, Setting
Lot Features: Level
Zoning: Other
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling Available: Yes
Cooling: Heat Pump, Other
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Utilities Information
Water Source: Mont Wtr
Sewer: Septic In
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
School Information
Elementary School: Summerland
Middle Or Junior School: Carp. Jr.
High School: Carp. Sr.
Location Information
Cross Street: Ortega Hill Road
Directions: 101 to Sheffield Drive, left toward N Jameson Ln, right onto N Jameson Ln, right onto Ortega Hill Road
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,911
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1921
Year Renovated: 1921
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 005110005
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Summerland Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
10/10
Carpinteria Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.5mi
5/10
Carpinteria Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.1mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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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
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 86° expected this year, 18 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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In this area, properties receive around 9.9 hours in
June and 5.8 hours in December, placing it above the
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Estimated sale price
$4.25M – $5.15M
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