Recently completed estate bordered by the iconic McCormick-era stone walls, nestled among mature oaks in Montecito's coveted Riven Rock neighborhood. Down a long, gated driveway on 1.1± acres, the property offers exceptional privacy, timeless charm, and easy living. The thoughtfully designed estate features a beautifully crafted 4bd main home plus a separate 1b/1ba guest cottage with upstairs exercise room. Light filled throughout with a gourmet kitchen and expansive primary suite with ample closet space. Lush gardens, sprawling green lawns, room for a pool, with a water well, mountain views, and an outdoor entertaining kitchen creating a most idyllic setting. Mere moments from Montecito's scenic hiking trails, in the Cold Spring School District. Not impacted by recent fires or floods.
Single-familyProperty Type
1987Year Built
1.1 acresLot Size
$1,897Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Marsha Kotlyar Estate Group•DRE #01426886• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Bought with Maureen McDermut•DRE #01175027• Sotheby's International Realty
Est. $10,355 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 850 Rockbridge Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
SBMLS #26-2482
Oct 16, 2026
Sold
$8,500,000
$1,897/sq ft
Sep 24, 2026
Contingent
—
Jul 27, 2026
Listed
$8,995,000
$2,007/sq ft
SBMLS #26-1250
Jul 17, 2026
Listing Removed
—
May 26, 2026
Price Changed
$9,450,000
$2,109/sq ft
Apr 17, 2026
Listed
$9,750,000
$2,176/sq ft
SBMLS #20-3775
Mar 3, 2021
Sold
$3,200,000
$714/sq ft
Jan 27, 2021
Contingent
—
Oct 17, 2020
Relisted
—
Oct 2, 2020
Contingent
—
Sep 24, 2020
Listed
$3,450,000
$770/sq ft
SBMLS #20-3782
Mar 3, 2021
Sold
$3,200,000
$714/sq ft
Jan 25, 2021
Contingent
—
Oct 17, 2020
Relisted
—
Oct 1, 2020
Contingent
—
Sep 24, 2020
Listed
$3,450,000
$770/sq ft
SBMLS #20-2188
Sep 15, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Jun 14, 2020
Listed
$3,490,000
$779/sq ft
SBMLS #19-2105
Oct 8, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Jul 13, 2019
Price Changed
$3,750,000
$837/sq ft
Jun 15, 2019
Listed
$3,850,000
$859/sq ft
SBMLS #13-3402
Jan 1, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Dec 6, 2013
Price Changed
$3,250,000
$725/sq ft
Oct 28, 2013
Listed
$3,290,000
$734/sq ft
SBMLS #12-3202
Oct 9, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Oct 10, 2012
Listed
$3,390,000
$757/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 11, 1979
Sold
$35,000
$8/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$37,116 (+4.4%)
$1,987,344 + $1,930,712
$3,918,056
2024
$35,562 (+1.9%)
$1,948,377 + $1,601,404
$3,549,781
2023
$34,906 (+1.6%)
$1,910,174 + $1,485,691
$3,395,865
2022
$34,366 (+157.6%)
$1,872,720 + $1,456,560
$3,329,280
2021
$13,341 (+1.9%)
$1,836,000 + $1,428,000
$3,264,000
2020
$13,087 (+2.7%)
$446,605 + $801,346
$1,247,951
2019
$12,737 (+2.0%)
$442,026 + $793,130
$1,235,156
2018
$12,489 (+1.7%)
$433,359 + $777,579
$1,210,938
2017
$12,278 (+2.7%)
$416,532 + $747,386
$1,163,918
2016
$11,958 (+1.1%)
$416,532 + $747,386
$1,163,918
2015
$11,826 (+1.6%)
$408,365 + $732,732
$1,141,097
2014
$11,636 (+0.4%)
$394,352 + $707,589
$1,101,941
2013
$11,585 (+2.8%)
$394,352 + $707,589
$1,101,941
2012
$11,273 (+2.1%)
$392,570 + $704,392
$1,096,962
2011
$11,045 (+0.6%)
$384,873 + $690,581
$1,075,454
2009
$10,979 (+2.7%)
$374,507 + $671,981
$1,046,488
2008
$10,689
$368,037 + $660,371
$1,028,408
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.1 Acres
Year renovated
1988
Sq. Ft.
2,782
Year built
1987
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
011040044
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Inside Entrance, Attached
Attached Garage: Yes
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
Office
Great Room
Family Room 2
Exercise Room 2
Dining Information
Formal
Breakfast Bar
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Family Room
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Hardwood
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Slab
Exterior Features: Lawn, Yard Irrigation PRT
Construction Materials: Cement Siding, Stucco
Roof: Composition, Metal
Property Information
Architectural Style: Traditional
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Other Structures: Other, Studio
Property Condition: Excellent
Levels: Tri-Level
Lot Information
View: Mountain(s), Ocean, Setting
Lot Features: Level, Near Public Transit
Zoning: R-1
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling Available: Yes
Cooling: Central Air
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Utilities Information
Water Source: Shared Well, Mont Wtr
Sewer: Other
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
Directions: Enter Riven Rock through Gate #4. Left on Rockbridge Road, left into driveway.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,782
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: 1988
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 011040044
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Cold Spring Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.9mi
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, 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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Historical weather
Santa Barbara, CA • 93108
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 10% for direct sun exposure in Santa Barbara. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$7.98M – $9.66M
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