Inspired by French country architecture and infused with casual elegance, this Montecito estate is a masterclass in intentional design, blending vintage charm with modern sophistication. Nestled behind a private wall in the MUS school district, the 3,541 sq. ft. residence offers privacy and convenience, just a short stroll from the Miramar Hotel, world-class beaches, and Coast Village Road. The striking exterior features a classic Mansard roof clad in Brazilian Black Slate, custom copper details, and a gated driveway with ample parking. Inside, the home showcases French white oak flooring, handmade brick, and curated finishes that exude warmth and style. The main residence includes three bedrooms, two and a half baths, and a versatile room for an office or guest space.. while a separate full outdoor bathroom adds convenience. The kitchen is both stylish and functional, with Thermador appliances, a Shaws farmhouse sink, and a pass-through window connecting seamlessly to the resort-style backyard, complete with a pool, spa, bocce court, putting green, and surf shed. Completing the property is The Cabana, a 509 sq. ft. ADU designed as a private retreat. Featuring a full eat-in kitchen with a restored 1940s Wedgwood stove, custom-built beds and closets, a finished attic for extra storage, and a 1920s SoHo-style bathroom with custom iron and glass work, this space offers flexibility for guests or additional living. With its seamless blend of craftsmanship, curated vintage elements, and a prime Montecito location, this home is a rare opportunity for privacy, luxury, and effortless coastal living.
Single-familyProperty Type
1965Year Built
0.44 acresLot Size
$1,827Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
6 spacesParking
Listed by Trey Evans•DRE #01421487• Evans Realty & Investments
Bought with Alexandra Pfeifer•DRE #01743378• Sotheby's International Realty
Inspired by French country architecture and infused with casual elegance, this Montecito estate is a masterclass in intentional design, blending vintage charm with modern sophistication. Nestled behind a private wall in the MUS school district, the 3,541 sq. ft. residence offers privacy and convenience, just a short stroll from the Miramar Hotel, world-class beaches, and Coast Village Road. The striking exterior features a classic Mansard roof clad in Brazilian Black Slate, custom copper details, and a gated driveway with ample parking. Inside, the home showcases French white oak flooring, handmade brick, and curated finishes that exude warmth and style. The main residence includes three bedrooms, two and a half baths, and a versatile room for an office or guest space, while a separate full outdoor bathroom adds convenience. The kitchen is both stylish and functional, with Thermador appliances, a Shaws farmhouse sink, and a pass-through window connecting seamlessly to the resort-style backyard, complete with a pool, spa, bocce court, putting green, and surf shed. The Cabana, a 509 sq. ft. ADU designed as a private retreat, is completing the property. This space offers flexibility for guests or additional living, featuring a full eat-in kitchen with a restored 1940s Wedgwood stove, custom-built beds and closets, a finished attic for extra storage, and a 1920s SoHo-style bathroom with custom iron and glass work. With its seamless blend of craftsmanship, curated vintage elements, and a prime Montecito location, this home is a rare opportunity for privacy, luxury, and effortless coastal living.
SBMLS #16-2739
Dec 15, 2016
Sold
$1,975,000
$558/sq ft
Nov 2, 2016
Contingent
—
Sep 19, 2016
Price Changed
$2,095,000
$592/sq ft
Aug 15, 2016
Listed
$2,345,000
$662/sq ft
+30
This newly remodeled four bedroom home is located on a private lane in Montecito Union school District. Imagine chic French casual resort style living with its sparkling pool, guesthouse, patios, and palm tree garden.
SBMLS #98-1122
Sep 28, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Apr 29, 1998
Listed
$929,000
$262/sq ft
SBMLS #98-194
Sep 28, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Jan 26, 1998
Listed
$995,000
$281/sq ft
SBMLS #97-991
Sep 28, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Apr 1, 1997
Listed
$995,000
$281/sq ft
SBMLS #16-1234
May 13, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Apr 14, 2016
Listed
$1,895,000
$535/sq ft
SBMLS #15-374
Feb 27, 2015
Sold
$1,650,000
$466/sq ft
Feb 16, 2015
Contingent
—
Feb 3, 2015
Listed
$1,850,000
$522/sq ft
SBMLS #15-373
Feb 27, 2015
Sold
$1,650,000
$466/sq ft
Feb 16, 2015
Contingent
—
Feb 3, 2015
Listed
$1,850,000
$522/sq ft
SBMLS #14-1220
Oct 10, 2014
Listing Removed
—
May 7, 2014
Price Changed
$2,249,000
$635/sq ft
Apr 21, 2014
Listed
$2,399,000
$677/sq ft
Apr 21, 2014
Price Changed
$1,995,000
$563/sq ft
SBMLS #14-1248
Aug 25, 2014
Listing Removed
—
May 7, 2014
Price Changed
$2,249,000
$635/sq ft
Apr 22, 2014
Listed
$2,399,000
$677/sq ft
Apr 22, 2014
Price Changed
$1,995,000
$563/sq ft
SBMLS #10-2608
Jul 21, 2010
Listed
$2,100,000
$593/sq ft
SBMLS #07-2699
Aug 29, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Jun 13, 2007
Listed
$2,990,000
$844/sq ft
SBMLS #06-2692
May 19, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Jun 6, 2006
Listed
$2,995,000
$846/sq ft
SBMLS #98-2121
Nov 10, 1998
Sold
$900,000
$254/sq ft
Jul 31, 1998
Listed
$945,000
$267/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 3, 1983
Sold
$325,000
$92/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$26,868 (+1.7%)
$2,244,000 + $4,763,400
$7,007,400
2024
$26,410 (+1.8%)
$1,392,699 + $992,047
$2,384,746
2023
$25,956 (+0.8%)
$1,365,392 + $972,596
$2,337,988
2022
$25,756 (+2.8%)
$1,338,620 + $953,526
$2,292,146
2021
$25,049 (+0.3%)
$1,312,373 + $954,575
$2,266,948
2020
$24,983 (+3.0%)
$1,286,641 + $915,956
$2,202,597
2019
$24,257 (+5.3%)
$1,273,449 + $922,436
$2,195,885
2018
$23,026 (+2.2%)
$1,248,480 + $885,310
$2,133,790
2017
$22,525 (+17.7%)
$1,200,000 + $775,000
$1,975,000
2016
$19,135 (+39.3%)
$1,200,000 + $775,000
$1,975,000
2015
$13,739 (+1.4%)
$1,218,300 + $456,862
$1,675,162
2014
$13,543 (+0.4%)
$703,378 + $447,600
$1,150,978
2013
$13,492 (+16.5%)
$703,378 + $447,600
$1,150,978
2012
$11,584 (+2.0%)
$700,200 + $445,578
$1,145,778
2011
$11,355 (+0.6%)
$686,471 + $436,842
$1,123,313
2009
$11,292 (+2.9%)
$667,982 + $425,077
$1,093,059
2008
$10,976
$656,441 + $417,733
$1,074,174
Tax history for 72 La Vuelta Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$26,868 (+1.7%)
$2,244,000 + $4,763,400
$7,007,400
2024
$26,410 (+1.8%)
$1,392,699 + $992,047
$2,384,746
2023
$25,956 (+0.8%)
$1,365,392 + $972,596
$2,337,988
2022
$25,756 (+2.8%)
$1,338,620 + $953,526
$2,292,146
2021
$25,049 (+0.3%)
$1,312,373 + $954,575
$2,266,948
2020
$24,983 (+3.0%)
$1,286,641 + $915,956
$2,202,597
2019
$24,257 (+5.3%)
$1,273,449 + $922,436
$2,195,885
2018
$23,026 (+2.2%)
$1,248,480 + $885,310
$2,133,790
2017
$22,525 (+17.7%)
$1,200,000 + $775,000
$1,975,000
2016
$19,135 (+39.3%)
$1,200,000 + $775,000
$1,975,000
2015
$13,739 (+1.4%)
$1,218,300 + $456,862
$1,675,162
2014
$13,543 (+0.4%)
$703,378 + $447,600
$1,150,978
2013
$13,492 (+16.5%)
$703,378 + $447,600
$1,150,978
2012
$11,584 (+2.0%)
$700,200 + $445,578
$1,145,778
2011
$11,355 (+0.6%)
$686,471 + $436,842
$1,123,313
2009
$11,292 (+2.9%)
$667,982 + $425,077
$1,093,059
2008
$10,976
$656,441 + $417,733
$1,074,174
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.44 Acres
Year renovated
1975
Sq. Ft.
2,988
Year built
1965
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
007340030
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
Office
Media Room
Family Room 2
Dining Information
Nook2
Formal
Dining Area
Breakfast Area
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Gas Hookup, Laundry Room
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Appliances: Refrigerator, Built-In Gas Range, Tankless Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Stove, Washer
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
ADU 1 Information
# of Bedrooms: 1
# of Bathrooms: 1
Year Built: 2018
ADU Type: ADU
Attached: No
Construction: Stick Built
Entry Level: Lower
Living Area Source: Measured
Kitchen Features - Range: Yes
Kitchen Features - Sink: Yes
Kitchen Features - Stove: Yes
Kitchen Features - Refrigerator: Yes
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Slab
Exterior Features: Pool, Patio Open, Patio Covered, Hot Tub, Yard Irrigation T/O, Fenced: ALL, Drought Tolerant LND
Walls Insulated
AtticCrawl Hatchway(s) Insulated
Construction Materials: Stucco
Roof: Slate, Metal
Property Information
Architectural Style: Custom Built, FR Normand
# Of Buildings: 2
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Other Structures: ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit)
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled, Excellent
Levels: Two
Lot Information
View: Mountain(s), Setting
Lot Features: Level, Near Public Transit
Zoning: E-1
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling Available: Yes
Cooling: Central Air
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Ductless
Utilities Information
Water Source: Mont Wtr
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
School Information
Elementary School: Mont Union
Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.
High School: S.B. Sr.
Location Information
Cross Street: North Jameson
Directions: From 101 south exit San Ysidro and make left. Turn right on to N. Jameson, and left on to La Vuelta.
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,988
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.44 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1965
Year Renovated: 1975
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 007340030
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Montecito Union School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.9mi
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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
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
$6.15M – $7.44M
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