In the verdant splendor of Montecito, a reimagined Spanish Colonial estate offers a retreat from the everyday while embodying the essence of a luxury getaway. Unified by the soothing soundtrack of nature, the open design, 4 bd/4 ba home is joined by a 2bd/1ba GH, sparkling pool & Japanese soaking tub all blending seamlessly w the outdoors on a dramatic & lushly landscaped acre of fruit trees, oaks & olives & presiding over magnificent views of the mountains & natural surroundings. At the center of this well designed residence, the dramatic LR is complemented by the chef's kitchen, great room, DR, guest suite, gym/office & media room on the ground floor. Upstairs the primary suite is a sanctuary w peeks of the ocean joined by two add'l bds offering privacy & comfort. Sunny & stylish in SB.
Single-familyProperty Type
1999Year Built
1.03 acresLot Size
$1,673Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Nancy Kogevinas• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Bought with Layla Bodet•DRE #01441370• Sotheby's International Realty
In the verdant splendor of Montecito, a reimagined Spanish Colonial estate offers a retreat from the everyday while embodying the essence of a luxury getaway. Unified by the soothing soundtrack of nature, the open design, 4 bd/4 ba home is joined by a 2bd/1ba GH, sparkling pool & Japanese soaking tub all blending seamlessly w the outdoors on a dramatic & lushly landscaped acre of fruit trees, oaks & olives & presiding over magnificent views of the mountains & natural surroundings. At the center of this well designed residence, the dramatic LR is complemented by the chef's kitchen, great room, DR, guest suite, gym/office & media room on the ground floor. Upstairs the primary suite is a sanctuary w peeks of the ocean joined by two add'l bds offering privacy & comfort. Sunny & stylish in SB.
SBMLS #24-1247
Aug 1, 2024
Listing Removed
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May 27, 2024
Price Changed
$12,650,000
$2,040/sq ft
Apr 19, 2024
Listed
$13,400,000
$2,161/sq ft
TheMLS #24-392989
May 27, 2024
Price Changed
*
Apr 19, 2024
Listed
*
SBMLS #22-792
Apr 20, 2024
Rental Removed
$70,000
$11/sq ft
Mar 1, 2024
Listed for Rent
$70,000
$11/sq ft
Jan 11, 2024
Rental Removed
$85,000
$14/sq ft
Nov 9, 2023
Listed for Rent
$85,000
$14/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #21679074
Mar 10, 2021
Sold
$5,050,000
$814/sq ft
Jan 11, 2021
Listed
$4,995,000
$806/sq ft
TheMLS #21-679074
Mar 10, 2021
Sold
$5,050,000
$814/sq ft
Jan 21, 2021
Pending
—
Jan 11, 2021
Listed
$4,995,000
$806/sq ft
SBMLS #20-4768
Mar 10, 2021
Sold
$5,050,000
$814/sq ft
Jan 21, 2021
Contingent
—
Dec 14, 2020
Listed
$4,995,000
$806/sq ft
SBMLS #03-3788
Feb 22, 2014
Listing Removed
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Jan 5, 2004
Listed
$4,500,000
$726/sq ft
SBMLS #03-3497
Feb 22, 2014
Listing Removed
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Nov 13, 2003
Listed
$4,500,000
$726/sq ft
SBMLS #03-3032
Feb 22, 2014
Listing Removed
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Sep 15, 2003
Listed
$4,500,000
$726/sq ft
SBMLS #03-2158
Feb 22, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Jul 7, 2003
Listed
$4,500,000
$726/sq ft
SBMLS #03-1090
Feb 22, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Apr 7, 2003
Listed
$4,950,000
$798/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 22, 1992
Sold
$490,000
$79/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$57,124 (+1.9%)
$4,080,000 + $6,732,000
$10,812,000
2024
$56,086 (+1.9%)
$2,706,080 + $2,760,201
$5,466,281
2023
$55,052 (+1.7%)
$2,653,020 + $2,706,080
$5,359,100
2022
$54,148 (+113.5%)
$2,601,000 + $2,653,020
$5,254,020
2021
$25,357 (+1.8%)
$2,550,000 + $2,601,000
$5,151,000
2020
$24,910 (+2.1%)
$671,614 + $1,736,372
$2,407,986
2019
$24,407 (+2.0%)
$664,728 + $1,718,568
$2,383,296
2018
$23,928 (+1.7%)
$651,695 + $1,684,871
$2,336,566
2017
$23,523 (+2.9%)
$626,390 + $1,619,447
$2,245,837
2016
$22,865 (+1.1%)
$626,390 + $1,619,447
$2,245,837
2015
$22,611 (+1.6%)
$614,108 + $1,587,694
$2,201,802
2014
$22,245 (+0.4%)
$593,036 + $1,533,213
$2,126,249
2013
$22,146 (+2.7%)
$593,036 + $1,533,213
$2,126,249
2012
$21,566 (+2.1%)
$590,356 + $1,526,284
$2,116,640
2011
$21,126 (+0.6%)
$578,781 + $1,496,357
$2,075,138
2009
$21,000 (+2.6%)
$563,193 + $1,456,053
$2,019,246
2008
$20,464
$553,462 + $1,430,896
$1,984,358
Tax history for 849 Ashley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$57,124 (+1.9%)
$4,080,000 + $6,732,000
$10,812,000
2024
$56,086 (+1.9%)
$2,706,080 + $2,760,201
$5,466,281
2023
$55,052 (+1.7%)
$2,653,020 + $2,706,080
$5,359,100
2022
$54,148 (+113.5%)
$2,601,000 + $2,653,020
$5,254,020
2021
$25,357 (+1.8%)
$2,550,000 + $2,601,000
$5,151,000
2020
$24,910 (+2.1%)
$671,614 + $1,736,372
$2,407,986
2019
$24,407 (+2.0%)
$664,728 + $1,718,568
$2,383,296
2018
$23,928 (+1.7%)
$651,695 + $1,684,871
$2,336,566
2017
$23,523 (+2.9%)
$626,390 + $1,619,447
$2,245,837
2016
$22,865 (+1.1%)
$626,390 + $1,619,447
$2,245,837
2015
$22,611 (+1.6%)
$614,108 + $1,587,694
$2,201,802
2014
$22,245 (+0.4%)
$593,036 + $1,533,213
$2,126,249
2013
$22,146 (+2.7%)
$593,036 + $1,533,213
$2,126,249
2012
$21,566 (+2.1%)
$590,356 + $1,526,284
$2,116,640
2011
$21,126 (+0.6%)
$578,781 + $1,496,357
$2,075,138
2009
$21,000 (+2.6%)
$563,193 + $1,456,053
$2,019,246
2008
$20,464
$553,462 + $1,430,896
$1,984,358
*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
4
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1.03 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
5,126
Year built
1999
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
011040015
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Inside Entrance, Attached
Attached Garage: Yes
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 5
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
Office
Library/Study
Ground Floor Bedroom 2
Great Room
Family Room 2
Exercise Room 2
Dining Information
Dining Area
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Family Room, Gas, Patio
Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Washer
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Slab
Exterior Features: SPA-Outside, Lawn, Fruit Trees
Construction Materials: Stucco
Roof: Tile
Property Information
Architectural Style: Spanish
# Of Buildings: 2
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
PoolFeatures: Solar Heat
Property Condition: Excellent
Levels: Two
Lot Information
View: Mountain(s), Setting, Wooded
Lot Features: Level
Zoning: E-1
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Radiant Floor
Utilities Information
Water Source: Mont Wtr
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Cold Spring
Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.
High School: S.B. Sr.
Location Information
Cross Street: E Mountain Drive
Directions: Exit 101 at Hot Springs and continue on Hot Springs Road. Turn left on East Mountain Drive and left on Ashley Road. Driveway is on right.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 5,126
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.03 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1999
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 011040015
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
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Schools
Cold Spring Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.7mi
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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
5/10 Heat Factor
9 days above 84° expected this year, 24 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
$9.86M – $11.93M
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