Perched above the foothills and glittering Pacific, this 1,543-sf, 3-bedroom / 2-bath home is a haven of peace and tranquility. Leave the fray behind and relax in this move-in ready mountain home, where your days are full of nature's gifts - jaw-dropping ocean views, starry nights, birdsong and whispering pines. The living room offers a fireplace, wraparound covered deck, vaulted ceilings and a wall of windows for taking in the beautiful hills and ocean and islands beyond. The entry level also includes two bedrooms, one bath, and a sweet ocean-view kitchen with knotty pine cabinets. The lower level of the home, accessible via exterior stairs, includes a family room with stone fireplace, guest bedroom/office with private view deck, and full bath. Privacy is a prominent feature of the home, set among the oaks and pines on a 0.9 acre (39,204 sf) lot. The decks and a spacious brick patio take full advantage of unobstructed views and secluded mountain ambience. This inviting property is ready to go, and includes new paint/carpet, car charger, 3,000 gallon water tank, newer central heat/AC, and newer septic system. Located in Mountain View Elementary School district - just 9 miles to La Cumbre Plaza or 12 miles to downtown Santa Barbara - this country home is also a short hop to miles of hiking trails within Los Padres National Forest. Come enjoy this mountain getaway and the peaceful life of your dreams!
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
0.74 acresLot Size
$1,035Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Sue Irwin, Realtor Irwin•DRE #01413354• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Listed by Kit Peterson•DRE #02008932• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Bought with Amy Beth Katz, M.A. Realtor DRE #01766159 http://www.ComeHomeWithAMy.com Katz•DRE #01766159• Dynasty Real Estate
Spectacular ocean, island and city views in a magical mountain setting! This 3bd/2ba home has jaw-dropping views from nearly every room, plus a wrap-around deck and spacious, sheltered patio for enjoying the views outside. The home is on a 1/4 acre lot; sale includes an adjacent 0.68-acre, non-buildable parcel with small avocado orchard. Possible dual living: Third bedroom is downstairs with a separate entrance, family room and full bath--all with those great ocean views. This property is sold in As Is condition, so please see pest report and septic report in Documents tab. Great value & fantastic opportunity to update a very special mountain home that showcases the sparkling Pacific, the Santa Barbara coast, and the Channel Islands. 20 minutes to Upper State. Open Sun, Feb 4, noon to 3pm.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,772 (+1.9%)
$520,000 + $605,000
$1,125,000
2024
$8,610 (+1.7%)
$455,130 + $386,859
$841,989
2023
$8,467 (+1.8%)
$446,206 + $379,274
$825,480
2022
$8,321 (+1.7%)
$437,457 + $371,838
$809,295
2021
$8,179 (+2.8%)
$428,880 + $364,548
$793,428
2020
$7,955 (+1.9%)
$420,471 + $357,400
$777,871
2019
$7,804 (+190.9%)
$416,160 + $353,736
$769,896
2018
$2,683 (+1.7%)
$408,000 + $346,800
$754,800
2017
$2,638 (+1.2%)
$99,155 + $151,210
$250,365
2016
$2,606
$99,155 + $151,210
$250,365
Tax history for 4891 Lookout Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,772 (+1.9%)
$520,000 + $605,000
$1,125,000
2024
$8,610 (+1.7%)
$455,130 + $386,859
$841,989
2023
$8,467 (+1.8%)
$446,206 + $379,274
$825,480
2022
$8,321 (+1.7%)
$437,457 + $371,838
$809,295
2021
$8,179 (+2.8%)
$428,880 + $364,548
$793,428
2020
$7,955 (+1.9%)
$420,471 + $357,400
$777,871
2019
$7,804 (+190.9%)
$416,160 + $353,736
$769,896
2018
$2,683 (+1.7%)
$408,000 + $346,800
$754,800
2017
$2,638 (+1.2%)
$99,155 + $151,210
$250,365
2016
$2,606
$99,155 + $151,210
$250,365
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,019 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,543
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
153142041
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
RR-10
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
Parking Features: Unc #4, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
Attached Garage: No
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Room Information
Family Room 2
Dining Information
Breakfast Bar
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Family Room
Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer
View: Mountain(s), Islands, Ocean, City, Panoramic
Lot Features: Mountain, Cul-De-Sac
Zoning: R-1
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling Available: Yes
Cooling: Central Air
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Utilities Information
Water Source: Pvt Wtr Sys
Sewer: Septic In
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
School Information
Elementary School: Mtn View
Middle Or Junior School: LaColina
High School: San Marcos
Location Information
Cross Street: Manzanita
Directions: Painted Cave community either via Painted Cave Rd (narrow and curvy) or East Camino Cielo. Turn onto Manzanita and then right onto Lookout Rd. Home is at the end of shared driveway, call for details
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,543
Stories: —
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: —
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 153142041
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
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Schools
Mountain View Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 3.6mi
10/10
La Colina Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 4.2mi
8/10
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
7/10 Fire Factor
15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
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0 hot days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.52M – $1.84M
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