Tucked behind a gate in Montecito, this offering is the epitome of thoughtful design & clever contemporary styling. Extensively renovated, this property reflects an authentic California experience. Bringing the outdoors in, it reflects the vibe of a luxurious & breezy oasis. Set on nearly 1 acre, the single-level main house includes 4bd/3ba, open floor plan, & custom windows/ doors, 100+ year-old barn wood used for exterior shutters & beams, oak flooring, calacatta marble in the bathrooms & kitchen, custom cabinetry, & high-end features throughout. Large glass doors unfold to a spacious patio, pool, spa, built-in fire pit & lush landscaping,. Detached 1 bd cottage w/ own garden. Minutes to the beach & Lower Village, this home sets the new standard for sophisticated coastal living.
Single-familyProperty Type
0.89 acresLot Size
$2,239Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Marsha Kotlyar Estate Group•DRE #01426886• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Bought with Ginger Greenfield•DRE #01338398• Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Richard van Seenus• Sotheby's International Realty
Single level 4bdrm 3ba pool home w/guest house. Generous, open living room w/fireplace, formal dining, family room w/fireplace, library/office, updated kitchen w/granite counters, breakfast area, spacious master suite & updated baths. Expansive lawn areas, mature plantings, fruit trees, rock walls, pool & spa. Separate 1/1 guest house with fireplace & enclosed private patio & garden.
SBMLS #05-4340
Aug 24, 2011
Listing Removed
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Nov 13, 2005
Listed
$2,750,000
$881/sq ft
SBMLS #05-3924
Aug 24, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Oct 13, 2005
Listed
$2,995,000
$959/sq ft
SBMLS #05-2548
Aug 24, 2011
Listing Removed
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Jul 12, 2005
Listed
$2,995,000
$959/sq ft
SBMLS #05-100
Aug 24, 2011
Listing Removed
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Jan 10, 2005
Listed
$3,295,000
$1,055/sq ft
SBMLS #06-206
Mar 8, 2006
Sold
$2,700,000
$865/sq ft
Jan 23, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Jan 14, 2006
Listed
$2,750,000
$881/sq ft
SBMLS #03-3278
Oct 16, 2003
Sold
$1,925,000
$616/sq ft
Oct 16, 2003
Listed
$1,925,000
$616/sq ft
SBMLS #00-1239
May 9, 2000
Listed
$1,775,000
$568/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 2, 1988
Sold
$590,000
$189/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$49,671 (+1.8%)
$2,553,285 + $2,083,250
$4,636,535
2024
$48,807 (+1.8%)
$2,503,221 + $2,042,402
$4,545,623
2023
$47,948 (+1.6%)
$2,454,139 + $2,002,355
$4,456,494
2022
$47,198 (+2.1%)
$2,406,019 + $1,963,094
$4,369,113
2021
$46,241 (+1.7%)
$2,358,843 + $1,924,602
$4,283,445
2020
$45,478 (+1.6%)
$2,312,592 + $1,886,865
$4,199,457
2019
$44,760 (+1.9%)
$2,288,880 + $1,867,518
$4,156,398
2018
$43,926 (+115.2%)
$2,244,000 + $1,830,900
$4,074,900
2017
$20,415 (+6.5%)
$1,061,039 + $689,675
$1,750,714
2016
$19,162 (+2.1%)
$1,061,039 + $689,675
$1,750,714
2015
$18,764 (+1.5%)
$1,040,235 + $676,152
$1,716,387
2014
$18,479 (+0.4%)
$1,004,540 + $652,951
$1,657,491
2013
$18,402 (−13.5%)
$1,004,540 + $652,951
$1,657,491
2012
$21,276 (−9.5%)
$1,000,000 + $650,000
$1,650,000
2011
$23,497 (−4.9%)
$1,269,000 + $677,000
$1,946,000
2009
$24,716 (−16.7%)
$1,410,000 + $752,000
$2,162,000
2008
$29,658
$1,768,680 + $1,040,400
$2,809,080
Tax history for 2740 Sycamore Canyon Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$49,671 (+1.8%)
$2,553,285 + $2,083,250
$4,636,535
2024
$48,807 (+1.8%)
$2,503,221 + $2,042,402
$4,545,623
2023
$47,948 (+1.6%)
$2,454,139 + $2,002,355
$4,456,494
2022
$47,198 (+2.1%)
$2,406,019 + $1,963,094
$4,369,113
2021
$46,241 (+1.7%)
$2,358,843 + $1,924,602
$4,283,445
2020
$45,478 (+1.6%)
$2,312,592 + $1,886,865
$4,199,457
2019
$44,760 (+1.9%)
$2,288,880 + $1,867,518
$4,156,398
2018
$43,926 (+115.2%)
$2,244,000 + $1,830,900
$4,074,900
2017
$20,415 (+6.5%)
$1,061,039 + $689,675
$1,750,714
2016
$19,162 (+2.1%)
$1,061,039 + $689,675
$1,750,714
2015
$18,764 (+1.5%)
$1,040,235 + $676,152
$1,716,387
2014
$18,479 (+0.4%)
$1,004,540 + $652,951
$1,657,491
2013
$18,402 (−13.5%)
$1,004,540 + $652,951
$1,657,491
2012
$21,276 (−9.5%)
$1,000,000 + $650,000
$1,650,000
2011
$23,497 (−4.9%)
$1,269,000 + $677,000
$1,946,000
2009
$24,716 (−16.7%)
$1,410,000 + $752,000
$2,162,000
2008
$29,658
$1,768,680 + $1,040,400
$2,809,080
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.89 Acres
Year renovated
1995
Sq. Ft.
3,096
Year built
1962
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
011160012
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, Interior Access, Attached
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: Yes
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Room Information
Ground Floor Primary
Ground Floor Bedroom 2
Family Room 2
Dining Information
In Kitchen
Formal
Breakfast Bar
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Fireplace Features: Other, LR, Patio
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Wood
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Slab
Exterior Features: Pool, Pool House, Patio Open, SPA-Outside, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Wooded, Yard Irrigation PRT, Fenced: ALL, Drought Tolerant LND
Roof: Composition, Tile
Property Information
Architectural Style: Contemporary, Ranch
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Property Condition: Excellent
Accessibility Features: Wheelchair Access
Levels: Single Story
Lot Information
View: Mountain(s), Setting, Wooded
Lot Features: Level
Zoning: R-1
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling Available: Yes
Cooling: Central Air
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Utilities Information
Water Source: Mont Wtr
Sewer: Sewer Hookup
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Cold Spring
Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.
High School: S.B. Sr.
Location Information
Cross Street: Camino Viejo Rd
Directions: From 101 Freeway, exit toward Hot Springs road, take Hot Springs at the round about. Left onto Sycamore Canyon Road, property is on the left.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,096
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.89 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1962
Year Renovated: 1995
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 011160012
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
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Schools
Cold Spring Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.9mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
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8 days above 84° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
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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
$6.64M – $8.04M
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