Tucked in the charming town of Summerland, between Carpinteria and Montecito, this beautifully renovated home offers both elegance and convenience. Enjoy easy access to boutique shops, delightful restaurants, and a nearby park with stunning ocean views and convenient beach access. Bathed in natural light, the home showcases designer upgrades throughout. The living area and expansive deck provide breathtaking ocean and coastline views, while the interior features wood floors, high ceilings, and an open-concept layout that effortlessly connects the living, dining, and kitchen spaces. The main floor includes two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The primary suite has a peek of the ocean, a walk-in closet, and an en-suite bath. On the lower level, you'll find a versatile additional bedroom or living space with a separate entrance, a custom built-in bunk bed perfect for sleepovers, a cozy area for TV watching or gaming, a spacious walk-in closet, and access to a private side yard patio. The back of the home offers a serene, private patio surrounded by lush greenery and fruit trees, making it ideal for entertaining or family barbecues. The garage has been updated with new floor coating and stairs leading to the downstairs area. This property perfectly blends coastal charm with modern comforts, offering a tranquil yet convenient lifestyle.
Single-familyProperty Type
1987Year Built
7,405 sq ftLot Size
$1,248Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Jorge DeLeon•DRE #01148777• Century 21 Masters
Listed by Non Member Agent• Non Member Office
Bought with Randy Glick•DRE #00950129• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
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Market trends in Summerland, CA
Last updated August 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Balanced market
Sale-to-List Price
94.2%
0.6% MoM
Median sale price
$2.2M
$1M MoM
Avg. days on market
41d
9 days MoM
Recently sold homes
6
2 MoM
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Sale history for 2540 Varley St
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #V1-25260
Oct 4, 2024
Sold
$3,000,000
$1,353/sq ft
Oct 3, 2024
Pending
—
Aug 20, 2024
Contingent
—
Aug 17, 2024
Listed
$2,990,000
$1,349/sq ft
Located in the charming town of Summerland, nestled between Carpinteria and Montecito, this beautifully renovated home offers easy access to boutique shops, restaurants, and a nearby ocean-view park with convenient beach access. Filled with natural light, the home features designer upgrades throughout. Enjoy stunning ocean and coastline views from the living area and spacious deck. The interior boasts wood floors, high ceilings, and an open layout that seamlessly connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas. The main floor includes two bedrooms and two bathrooms, with the primary suite offering a peek at the ocean, a walk-in closet, and an en-suite bath. The lower level provides an additional bedroom/living space with a separate entrance, a custom built-in bunk bed, that's perfect for sleepovers, a cozy area for watching TV or playing games, a spacious walk-in closet and access to a private side yard patio. The back of the home features a cozy, private patio surrounded by lush greenery and fruit trees, ideal for entertaining or family barbecues. The garage has been updated with new floor coating and stairs, leading to the downstairs area. This property blends coastal charm with modern comforts, perfect for those seeking a tranquil yet convenient lifestyle.
SBMLS #24-2714
Oct 4, 2024
Sold
$3,000,000
$1,353/sq ft
Aug 20, 2024
Contingent
—
Aug 16, 2024
Listed
$2,990,000
$1,349/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 14, 2022
Sold
$2,313,000
$1,043/sq ft
SBMLS #22-3430
Dec 14, 2022
Sold
$2,312,570
$1,043/sq ft
Nov 18, 2022
Contingent
—
Oct 13, 2022
Listed
$2,395,000
$1,080/sq ft
+17
Bring your paddle board and beach chair to this rarely available, turn-key coastal cottage nestled in the quaint seaside town of Summerland. Boasting stunning ocean and island views down the Santa Barbara coastline, the cottage is conveniently located just one mile from the entrance to Summerland Beach and a short stroll to shops, wineries and restaurants. You'll love the laid-back ease of the beautifully maintained home featuring an open flow with wood flooring, living room fireplace and cathedral ceiling opening to an expansive, south-facing ocean view patio. The spacious primary suite boasts ocean views, while the guest bedroom offers access to a shaded rear patio, garden and fruit trees. The home includes a lower-level bedroom/studio with private entrance and an attached 2-car garage. Located in the Coastal Zone, this property may be suitable for short-term rental. Create your ideal seaside lifestyle in one of the area's last small beach towns!
SBMLS #96-1750
Nov 1, 1996
Sold
$405,000
$183/sq ft
Jun 5, 1996
Listed
$425,000
$192/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 30, 1992
Sold
$385,000
$174/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$33,509 (+23.0%)
$344,259 + $306,515
$650,774
2024
$27,236 (+1.7%)
$1,250,000 + $1,750,000
$3,000,000
2023
$26,793 (+197.2%)
$1,236,821 + $1,122,000
$2,358,821
2022
$9,014 (+2.5%)
$1,212,570 + $1,100,000
$2,312,570
2021
$8,790 (+1.7%)
$306,941 + $314,613
$621,554
2020
$8,647 (+2.8%)
$300,923 + $308,445
$609,368
2019
$8,410 (+2.1%)
$297,838 + $305,283
$603,121
2018
$8,235 (+2.2%)
$291,999 + $299,298
$591,297
2017
$8,056 (+2.1%)
$280,661 + $287,677
$568,338
2016
$7,891 (+1.6%)
$280,661 + $287,677
$568,338
2015
$7,766 (+5.5%)
$275,158 + $282,037
$557,195
2014
$7,362 (+0.9%)
$265,716 + $272,360
$538,076
2013
$7,300 (+3.8%)
$265,716 + $272,360
$538,076
2012
$7,030 (+2.0%)
$264,516 + $271,130
$535,646
2011
$6,892 (+1.6%)
$259,330 + $265,814
$525,144
2009
$6,783 (+2.3%)
$252,346 + $258,655
$511,001
2008
$6,628
$247,987 + $254,187
$502,174
Tax history for 2540 Varley St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$33,509 (+23.0%)
$344,259 + $306,515
$650,774
2024
$27,236 (+1.7%)
$1,250,000 + $1,750,000
$3,000,000
2023
$26,793 (+197.2%)
$1,236,821 + $1,122,000
$2,358,821
2022
$9,014 (+2.5%)
$1,212,570 + $1,100,000
$2,312,570
2021
$8,790 (+1.7%)
$306,941 + $314,613
$621,554
2020
$8,647 (+2.8%)
$300,923 + $308,445
$609,368
2019
$8,410 (+2.1%)
$297,838 + $305,283
$603,121
2018
$8,235 (+2.2%)
$291,999 + $299,298
$591,297
2017
$8,056 (+2.1%)
$280,661 + $287,677
$568,338
2016
$7,891 (+1.6%)
$280,661 + $287,677
$568,338
2015
$7,766 (+5.5%)
$275,158 + $282,037
$557,195
2014
$7,362 (+0.9%)
$265,716 + $272,360
$538,076
2013
$7,300 (+3.8%)
$265,716 + $272,360
$538,076
2012
$7,030 (+2.0%)
$264,516 + $271,130
$535,646
2011
$6,892 (+1.6%)
$259,330 + $265,814
$525,144
2009
$6,783 (+2.3%)
$252,346 + $258,655
$511,001
2008
$6,628
$247,987 + $254,187
$502,174
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,405 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1988
Sq. Ft.
2,217
Year built
1987
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
005203005
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
10-R-2
HC
Two-Family Residential Zone
The R-2 zone is applied to areas appropriate for residential development in the form of two-family dwellings (duplexes) and to maintain a residential character similar to that of one-family neighborhoods. This zone is intended to ensure the compatibility of duplex development with surrounding multiple and one-family dwellings and neighborhoods.
Zone overlays
Highway 101 Corridor Overlay Zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Community / recreation center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Other
Waste transfer station
Lodging-Full service
Park & open space
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Exterior
Property Information
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Lot Information
Zoning: Other, R-1
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
School Information
Elementary School: Summerland
Middle Or Junior School: Carp. Jr.
High School: Carp. Sr.
Location Information
Cross Street: Olive Street
Directions: 101 Fwy to Padaro Lane, north to Lillie Ave; left towards Summerland, right on Olive, then a right on Varley.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,217
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,405 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: 1988
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 005203005
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Summerland Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
10/10
Carpinteria Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.7mi
5/10
Carpinteria Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.3mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
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, 17 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
Summerland, CA • 93067
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.9 hours in
June and 5.8 hours in December, placing it above the
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Estimated sale price
$2.63M – $3.18M
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