Contemporary masterpiece inspired for clean open space to display artwork and furniture. Simplicity and sophistication of modern design with steel trusses, soaring spaces. Peaceful Montecito location offering stunning ocean/mountain views from every room.
Single-familyProperty Type
2001Year Built
0.89 acresLot Size
3 car garageParking
Listed by Barbara Koutnik• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Laurel Abbott•DRE #01247432• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
OCEAN & MTN VIEWS FROM THIS CUSTOM HOME ON QUIET MONTECITO CUL-DE-SAC W/IN WALKING DISTANCE TO COLD SPRING SCHOOL & WESTMONT COLLEGE!SINGLE LEVEL,SECURITY SYSTEM,LOVELY GARDENSEXQISITE ROSE GARDENS,FURIT TREES.SPACIOUS ROOMS & WALLS OF GLASS OVERLOOK VIES & LUSH GROUNDS.HUGE SPA W/AUTO COVER.
SBMLS #96-2984
Oct 8, 1996
Listing Removed
—
Oct 5, 1996
Listed
$795,000
SBMLS #95-1404
Jun 21, 1995
Listing Removed
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May 1, 1995
Listed
$750,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$56,782 (+1.8%)
$3,788,512 + $1,623,648
$5,412,160
2024
$55,774 (+1.8%)
$3,714,228 + $1,591,812
$5,306,040
2023
$54,771 (+2.6%)
$3,641,400 + $1,560,600
$5,202,000
2022
$53,381 (+11.1%)
$3,570,000 + $1,530,000
$5,100,000
2021
$48,059 (+10.4%)
$3,513,662 + $1,451,433
$4,965,095
2020
$43,518 (+4.1%)
$3,135,000 + $1,329,000
$4,464,000
2019
$41,802 (−4.8%)
$2,850,000 + $1,208,000
$4,058,000
2018
$43,918
$2,714,000 + $1,151,000
$3,865,000
2017
$43,935 (+6.1%)
$2,857,000 + $1,211,000
$4,068,000
2016
$41,425 (+2.0%)
$2,857,000 + $1,211,000
$4,068,000
2015
$40,593 (+4.5%)
$2,721,000 + $1,153,000
$3,874,000
2014
$38,842 (+9.7%)
$2,541,000 + $1,076,000
$3,617,000
2013
$35,412 (+5.5%)
$2,541,000 + $1,076,000
$3,617,000
2012
$33,562 (−9.6%)
$2,310,000 + $978,000
$3,288,000
2011
$37,131 (−5.3%)
$2,200,000 + $931,000
$3,131,000
2009
$39,208 (−6.7%)
$2,444,000 + $1,034,000
$3,478,000
2008
$42,043
$2,838,731 + $1,172,634
$4,011,365
Tax history for 687 El Rancho Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$56,782 (+1.8%)
$3,788,512 + $1,623,648
$5,412,160
2024
$55,774 (+1.8%)
$3,714,228 + $1,591,812
$5,306,040
2023
$54,771 (+2.6%)
$3,641,400 + $1,560,600
$5,202,000
2022
$53,381 (+11.1%)
$3,570,000 + $1,530,000
$5,100,000
2021
$48,059 (+10.4%)
$3,513,662 + $1,451,433
$4,965,095
2020
$43,518 (+4.1%)
$3,135,000 + $1,329,000
$4,464,000
2019
$41,802 (−4.8%)
$2,850,000 + $1,208,000
$4,058,000
2018
$43,918
$2,714,000 + $1,151,000
$3,865,000
2017
$43,935 (+6.1%)
$2,857,000 + $1,211,000
$4,068,000
2016
$41,425 (+2.0%)
$2,857,000 + $1,211,000
$4,068,000
2015
$40,593 (+4.5%)
$2,721,000 + $1,153,000
$3,874,000
2014
$38,842 (+9.7%)
$2,541,000 + $1,076,000
$3,617,000
2013
$35,412 (+5.5%)
$2,541,000 + $1,076,000
$3,617,000
2012
$33,562 (−9.6%)
$2,310,000 + $978,000
$3,288,000
2011
$37,131 (−5.3%)
$2,200,000 + $931,000
$3,131,000
2009
$39,208 (−6.7%)
$2,444,000 + $1,034,000
$3,478,000
2008
$42,043
$2,838,731 + $1,172,634
$4,011,365
*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
4
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.89 Acres
Year renovated
2002
Sq. Ft.
3,658
Year built
2001
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
013180037
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
Library/Study
Dining Information
In Kitchen
Formal
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Fireplace Features: Primary Bedroom, LR
Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Oven/Bltin, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Stove, Microwave, Washer
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Stone, Tile
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Slab
Exterior Features: Patio Open, Hot Tub, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation T/O, Fenced: BCK
Construction Materials: Stucco
Roof: Metal, Flat
Property Information
Architectural Style: Contemporary
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Property Condition: Excellent
Levels: Entry Lvl(No Stairs), Single Story
Lot Information
View: Mountain(s), Ocean, City, Harbor
Lot Features: Level, 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: Mont Wtr
Sewer: Sewer Hookup
Utilities: Underground Util
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Cold Spring
Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.
High School: S.B. Sr.
Location Information
Cross Street: Eucalyptus Hill
Directions: Sycamore Canyon to Eucalyptus Hill. Turn to El Rancho.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,658
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.89 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2001
Year Renovated: 2002
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 013180037
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Cold Spring Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.3mi
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Climate risks
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
8 days above 84° expected this year, 20 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
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Estimated sale price
$6.15M – $7.44M
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