San Ysidro Ranch style 1 acre property. Enchanting gardens. Finely finished. Sensational sun room, lovely primary bedroom suite, terrific chef's kitchen. 3 bedrooms and Den. Outdoor Pizza Oven, Fireplace, and sweet Chicken Coop. Great workshop. Secluded and set up a private lane. Perfectly located between Montecito's charming Upper Village and Summerland.
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
1 acresLot Size
2 car garageParking
Listed by • Compass
Listed by Mitchell Morehart•DRE #00828316• Compass
Bought with Bartron Real Estate Group•DRE #01005021 / 01950975 / 00966870 / 01976075• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
MONTECITO CHARM WITH QUIET COMFORT & MEANDERING GARDENS - Enter through brick pillars and an 'English Welcoming' garden and be charmed by this Country Cottage style home with Great Room and quiet shuttered interiors. Rooms open through French doors to patio and deck areas under umbrellas of oaks..all in excellent and move-in condition.
SBMLS #02-2580
Nov 14, 2002
Sold
$1,630,000
Sep 29, 2002
Listing Removed
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Sep 8, 2002
Listed
$1,695,000
Charming Country Home in Rural Montectio about 7 picturesque miles from Pierre La Fond. Wonderfully remodeled. 30'x18' Great Living/Dining room with 12'ceiling. Every room opens out French doors to patios and decks.
Public Records
Aug 30, 1985
Sold
$345,000
Public Records
Jan 22, 1985
Sold
$250,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$45,228 (+54.8%)
$2,550,000 + $1,836,000
$4,386,000
2024
$29,220 (+1.8%)
$2,500,000 + $1,800,000
$4,300,000
2023
$28,698 (+1.4%)
$1,862,201 + $916,020
$2,778,221
2022
$28,304 (+27.7%)
$1,825,688 + $898,059
$2,723,747
2021
$22,164 (+9.9%)
$1,789,891 + $880,450
$2,670,341
2020
$20,173 (−24.4%)
$1,320,000 + $770,000
$2,090,000
2019
$26,681 (+1.5%)
$1,200,000 + $700,000
$1,900,000
2018
$26,291 (+1.8%)
$1,702,749 + $837,588
$2,540,337
2017
$25,837 (+1.8%)
$1,636,630 + $805,064
$2,441,694
2016
$25,389 (+12.1%)
$1,636,630 + $805,064
$2,441,694
2015
$22,642 (+16.4%)
$1,604,540 + $789,279
$2,393,819
2014
$19,458 (+4.7%)
$1,307,000 + $599,000
$1,906,000
2013
$18,586 (+4.9%)
$1,307,000 + $599,000
$1,906,000
2012
$17,719 (−10.0%)
$1,245,000 + $570,000
$1,815,000
2011
$19,686 (−10.7%)
$1,186,000 + $543,000
$1,729,000
2009
$22,046 (+20.3%)
$1,387,000 + $635,000
$2,022,000
2008
$18,329
$1,323,168 + $455,940
$1,779,108
Tax history for 2868 E Valley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$45,228 (+54.8%)
$2,550,000 + $1,836,000
$4,386,000
2024
$29,220 (+1.8%)
$2,500,000 + $1,800,000
$4,300,000
2023
$28,698 (+1.4%)
$1,862,201 + $916,020
$2,778,221
2022
$28,304 (+27.7%)
$1,825,688 + $898,059
$2,723,747
2021
$22,164 (+9.9%)
$1,789,891 + $880,450
$2,670,341
2020
$20,173 (−24.4%)
$1,320,000 + $770,000
$2,090,000
2019
$26,681 (+1.5%)
$1,200,000 + $700,000
$1,900,000
2018
$26,291 (+1.8%)
$1,702,749 + $837,588
$2,540,337
2017
$25,837 (+1.8%)
$1,636,630 + $805,064
$2,441,694
2016
$25,389 (+12.1%)
$1,636,630 + $805,064
$2,441,694
2015
$22,642 (+16.4%)
$1,604,540 + $789,279
$2,393,819
2014
$19,458 (+4.7%)
$1,307,000 + $599,000
$1,906,000
2013
$18,586 (+4.9%)
$1,307,000 + $599,000
$1,906,000
2012
$17,719 (−10.0%)
$1,245,000 + $570,000
$1,815,000
2011
$19,686 (−10.7%)
$1,186,000 + $543,000
$1,729,000
2009
$22,046 (+20.3%)
$1,387,000 + $635,000
$2,022,000
2008
$18,329
$1,323,168 + $455,940
$1,779,108
*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
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
2,276
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
155120040
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Gar #2, Detached
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: No
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Room Information
Sun Room
Dining Information
Formal
Breakfast Bar
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Fireplace Features: Family Room, 2+, LR, Patio
Appliances: Gas Range
Fireplace: Yes
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Patio Open, Fruit Trees, Fenced: PRT
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Property Information
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Property Condition: Good
Levels: Entry Lvl(No Stairs), Single Story
Lot Information
View: Mountain(s), Setting
Lot Features: Level, Rolling Slope
Zoning: E-1
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling Available: Yes
Cooling: Central Air
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Utilities Information
Water Source: Mont Wtr
Sewer: Septic In
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Summerland
Middle Or Junior School: Carp. Jr.
High School: Carp. Sr.
Location Information
Cross Street: Ladera
Directions: Located between Ladera and Toro Canyon.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,276
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: 1990
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 155120040
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Summerland Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.6mi
10/10
Carpinteria Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.5mi
5/10
Carpinteria Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.8mi
7/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 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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Estimated sale price
$3.98M – $4.82M
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