Situated on a rare, flat acre between the Upper and Lower Village in Montecito, this superbly restored and modernized country farmhouse will delight you! A welcoming driveway with ample parking invites you into an exceptional mini-estate! Once inside, warm French-oak floors lead you to the bright living room featuring a high-beamed ceiling, inviting fireplace and stunning picture window! Across the entry hall, the formal dining room provides an ideal place to enjoy a fabulous feast or a casual family meal! The family room/den, with its own fireplace and wood paneling, is the perfect spot to relax and unwind! The expansive, yet friendly, country kitchen is a dream for any aspiring chef, and includes top-of-the-line appliances, Carrara marble counters, custom finishes, unique, thoughtful touches, and French doors which lead to the lovely gardens and a terrace for outdoor dining! A versatile floor plan is one of the many attractions of this home. There are three bedrooms on the main level, and a spacious, loft-style bedroom/playroom with full bathroom upstairs! The master suite features high ceilings, a fireplace, a walk-in closet and French doors leading to the gardens. The sumptuous, spa-like master bathroom includes a Carrara marble indoor-shower and a walled outside-shower surrounded by attractive vines! The home is just over 4,000 sq/ft, and has an attached, 3-car garage. Additionally, an attractive, north/south tennis court, situated in the midst of the verdant rear garden, epitomizes the outdoor lifestyle that is emblematic of Montecito! This property, located in the coveted Montecito Union School District, is also in close proximity to the many Montecito amenities, including shops, restaurants and the beautiful beach, which makes it an exceptional opportunity for the discerning buyer!
Single-familyProperty Type
1981Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$1,741Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Teresa McWilliams• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Barbara Koutnik• Coldwell Banker Realty
Situated between the upper and lower villages of Montecito, on a flat one acre lot, this country French home will delight you. The stone pillars welcome you to a circular driveway with ample parking. Once inside, the spacious light filled living room beckons you, with beamed vaulted ceilings and a cozy fireplace. The adjacent pub room with its' authentic bar, and wood paneling is an ideal spot to unwind. The expansive yet intimate country kitchen has wonderful garden views with French doors to the gardens, perfect for outdoor dining under the stars. The formal dining room is the ideal place to enjoy a feast. The home has a versatile floor plan, with three main level bedrooms, and an upstairs loft style bedroom and bathroom. It is currently configured with one of the main level bedrooms as an attached guest quarters. The master suite has high ceilings, fireplace, a large bathroom and walk-in closet. A north/south tennis court in the rear of the home adds to the outdoor lifestyle that is emblematic of Montecito. There is an oversized three car garage with additional storage.
SBMLS #18-777
Dec 18, 2018
Sold
$2,500,000
$617/sq ft
Nov 5, 2018
Contingent
—
Sep 24, 2018
Price Changed
$2,995,000
$740/sq ft
Aug 16, 2018
Price Changed
$3,250,000
$802/sq ft
Jul 18, 2018
Price Changed
$3,475,000
$858/sq ft
Apr 29, 2018
Price Changed
$3,575,000
$883/sq ft
Mar 6, 2018
Listed
$3,825,000
$944/sq ft
+16
Situated between the upper and lower villages of Montecito, on a flat one acre lot, this country French home will delight you. The stone pillars welcome you to a circular driveway with ample parking. Once inside, the spacious light filled living room beckons you, with beamed vaulted ceilings and a cozy fireplace. The adjacent pub room with its' authentic bar, and wood paneling is an ideal spot to unwind. The expansive yet intimate country kitchen has wonderful garden views with French doors to the gardens, perfect for outdoor dining under the stars. The formal dining room is the ideal place to enjoy a feast. The home has a versatile floor plan, with three main level bedrooms, and an upstairs loft style bedroom and bathroom. It is currently configured with one of the main level bedrooms a an attached guest quarters. The master suite has high ceilings, fireplace, a large bathroom and walk-in closet. A north/south tennis court in the rear of the home adds to the outdoor lifestyle that is emblematic of Montecito. There is an oversized three car garage with additional storage.
Public Records
Dec 31, 1985
Sold
$635,000
$157/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$50,080 (+3.5%)
$2,208,161 + $2,584,974
$4,793,135
2024
$48,390 (+4.1%)
$2,164,864 + $2,534,289
$4,699,153
2023
$46,499 (+1.6%)
$2,122,416 + $2,408,127
$4,530,543
2022
$45,747 (+2.1%)
$2,080,800 + $2,262,870
$4,343,670
2021
$44,807 (+59.7%)
$2,040,000 + $2,218,500
$4,258,500
2020
$28,050 (+2.7%)
$2,000,000 + $2,175,000
$4,175,000
2019
$27,311 (+103.6%)
$1,530,000 + $1,020,000
$2,550,000
2018
$13,416 (+2.3%)
$1,500,000 + $1,000,000
$2,500,000
2017
$13,112 (+3.2%)
$471,867 + $662,533
$1,134,400
2016
$12,704 (+2.8%)
$471,867 + $662,533
$1,134,400
2015
$12,355 (+1.5%)
$462,615 + $649,543
$1,112,158
2014
$12,172 (+0.8%)
$446,742 + $627,255
$1,073,997
2013
$12,079 (+2.1%)
$446,742 + $627,255
$1,073,997
2012
$11,827 (+1.8%)
$444,723 + $624,421
$1,069,144
2011
$11,613 (+2.2%)
$436,003 + $612,178
$1,048,181
2009
$11,364 (+3.5%)
$424,260 + $595,690
$1,019,950
2008
$10,975
$416,930 + $585,399
$1,002,329
Tax history for 280 Santa Rosa Ln
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$50,080 (+3.5%)
$2,208,161 + $2,584,974
$4,793,135
2024
$48,390 (+4.1%)
$2,164,864 + $2,534,289
$4,699,153
2023
$46,499 (+1.6%)
$2,122,416 + $2,408,127
$4,530,543
2022
$45,747 (+2.1%)
$2,080,800 + $2,262,870
$4,343,670
2021
$44,807 (+59.7%)
$2,040,000 + $2,218,500
$4,258,500
2020
$28,050 (+2.7%)
$2,000,000 + $2,175,000
$4,175,000
2019
$27,311 (+103.6%)
$1,530,000 + $1,020,000
$2,550,000
2018
$13,416 (+2.3%)
$1,500,000 + $1,000,000
$2,500,000
2017
$13,112 (+3.2%)
$471,867 + $662,533
$1,134,400
2016
$12,704 (+2.8%)
$471,867 + $662,533
$1,134,400
2015
$12,355 (+1.5%)
$462,615 + $649,543
$1,112,158
2014
$12,172 (+0.8%)
$446,742 + $627,255
$1,073,997
2013
$12,079 (+2.1%)
$446,742 + $627,255
$1,073,997
2012
$11,827 (+1.8%)
$444,723 + $624,421
$1,069,144
2011
$11,613 (+2.2%)
$436,003 + $612,178
$1,048,181
2009
$11,364 (+3.5%)
$424,260 + $595,690
$1,019,950
2008
$10,975
$416,930 + $585,399
$1,002,329
*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
4
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
1982
Sq. Ft.
3,332
Year built
1981
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
007280052
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Gar #3
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: No
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Room Information
Sun Room
Loft
Library/Study
Ground Floor Bedroom 2
Family Room 2
Dining Information
Formal
Dining Area
Breakfast Bar
Breakfast Area
Interior Features
Fireplace Features: Family Room, 2+, LR
Appliances: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Stove, Washer
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Wood, Stone
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Slab
Exterior Features: Tennis Court(s), Patio Open, Lawn, Fruit Trees
Construction Materials: Stucco
Roof: Other
Property Information
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Occupant Type Allowed: Occ Other
Property Condition: Excellent
Accessibility Features: Other
Levels: Two
Lot Information
View: Mountain(s), Setting
Lot Features: Level, Near Public Transit
Zoning: R-1
Utilities
Utilities Information
Water Source: Mont Wtr
Sewer: Sewer Hookup
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
School Information
Elementary School: Mont Union
Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.
High School: S.B. Sr.
Location Information
Road Frontage Type: Easement
Cross Street: Sinaloa
Directions: Agents, prospective buyers, tenants to read and sign the PEAD form and take all necessary precautions outlined in this document. Buyers to bring masks, rubber gloves, shoe covers.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,332
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1981
Year Renovated: 1982
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 007280052
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
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Schools
Montecito Union School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.4mi
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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, 19 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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Estimated sale price
$6.70M – $8.11M
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