Perched atop a knoll in one of Montecito's most coveted neighborhoods, this elegant Spanish-style hacienda embodies the quintessential Santa Barbara lifestyle--just minutes to the Upper and Lower Villages, beaches, hiking, golf, and tennis. Behind private gates, the impressive main residence is complemented by a two-bedroom guest house and a separate two-room office, offering exceptional flexibility for guests, extended family, or working from home. A serene fountain courtyard and lush gardens, graced by majestic, centuries-old oak trees, create seamless indoor-outdoor living. Cherished by its current owners as a private retreat, this timeless estate is ready for its next steward to create lasting memories in a truly magical setting.
Single-familyProperty Type
1982Year Built
0.87 acresLot Size
$1,840Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by www.JaniceLaney.com Laney•DRE #01794041• Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara
Bought with James Krautmann•DRE #01468842• Village Properties
Est. $8,543 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 725 Ashley Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #V1-37425
Oct 16, 2026
Sold
$4,750,000
$1,840/sq ft
Jul 30, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 7, 2026
Listed
$4,750,000
$1,840/sq ft
Perched atop a knoll in one of Montecito's most coveted neighborhoods, this elegant Spanish-style hacienda embodies the quintessential Santa Barbara lifestyle--just minutes to the Upper and Lower Villages, beaches, hiking, golf, and tennis. Behind private gates, the impressive main residence is complemented by a two-bedroom guest house and a separate two-room office, offering exceptional flexibility for guests, extended family, or working from home. A serene fountain courtyard and lush gardens, graced by majestic oak trees, create a seamless connection between refined indoor living and the beauty of the natural surroundings. Cherished by its current owners as a private retreat/compound this timeless estate is ready for its next steward to create lasting memories in a truly magical setting.
SBMLS #26-1473
Oct 16, 2026
Sold
$4,750,000
$1,840/sq ft
Jul 29, 2026
Contingent
—
Jul 6, 2026
Price Changed
$4,750,000
$1,840/sq ft
May 6, 2026
Listed
$5,495,000
$2,128/sq ft
SBMLS #25-3248
Oct 28, 2025
Rental Removed
$9,300
$4/sq ft
Aug 28, 2025
Listed for Rent
$9,300
$4/sq ft
SBMLS #25-3091
Oct 30, 2025
Contingent
—
Oct 30, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Aug 15, 2025
Listed
$5,900,000
$2,285/sq ft
SBMLS #25-1984
Aug 14, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Jun 13, 2025
Price Changed
$6,500,000
$2,517/sq ft
May 20, 2025
Listed
$7,500,000
$2,905/sq ft
SBMLS #99-1766
Jan 13, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Jun 22, 1999
Listed
$2,600,000
$1,007/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 8, 1989
Sold
$1,300,000
$503/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$29,847 (+1.8%)
$1,722,722 + $1,039,261
$2,761,983
2024
$29,332 (+1.8%)
$1,688,944 + $1,018,884
$2,707,828
2023
$28,819 (+1.5%)
$1,655,828 + $998,906
$2,654,734
2022
$28,397 (+2.1%)
$1,623,361 + $979,320
$2,602,681
2021
$27,825 (+1.7%)
$1,591,531 + $960,118
$2,551,649
2020
$27,371 (+1.8%)
$1,560,325 + $941,293
$2,501,618
2019
$26,877 (+1.9%)
$1,544,326 + $931,642
$2,475,968
2018
$26,379 (+2.0%)
$1,514,046 + $913,375
$2,427,421
2017
$25,859 (+3.1%)
$1,455,254 + $877,908
$2,333,162
2016
$25,073 (+1.9%)
$1,455,254 + $877,908
$2,333,162
2015
$24,609 (+1.6%)
$1,426,720 + $860,695
$2,287,415
2014
$24,230 (+0.4%)
$1,377,763 + $831,161
$2,208,924
2013
$24,127 (+2.6%)
$1,377,763 + $831,161
$2,208,924
2012
$23,524 (+2.0%)
$1,371,537 + $827,405
$2,198,942
2011
$23,067 (+1.4%)
$1,344,645 + $811,182
$2,155,827
2009
$22,746 (+3.3%)
$1,308,428 + $789,334
$2,097,762
2008
$22,030
$1,285,821 + $775,697
$2,061,518
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.87 Acres
Year renovated
1983
Sq. Ft.
2,582
Year built
1982
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
013090046
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 28, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
Exterior
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Lot Information
Zoning: Other
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Cold Spring
Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.
High School: S.B. Sr.
Location Information
Cross Street: Sycamore Canyon
Directions: Sycamore Canyon to Ashley Rd
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,582
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.87 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1982
Year Renovated: 1983
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 013090046
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 28, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Cold Spring Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.4mi
10/10
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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
5/10 Heat Factor
9 days above 84° expected this year, 23 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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Historical weather
Santa Barbara, CA • 93108
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 18% for direct sun exposure in Santa Barbara. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.1 hrs
6.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$4.77M – $5.77M
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