Modern Hilltop Retreat with Iconic Views . Resting above Montecito on a private, gated knoll, this sleek contemporary home boasts panoramic views of the Pacific, Channel Islands, and Santa Barbara harbor. Recently remodeled with clean lines and a modern aesthetic, the 2-bed, 2-bath main residence offers seamless indoor-outdoor living, with floor-to-ceiling glass framing every sunset. Expansive decks invite cocktails or quiet mornings above the clouds. A detached 1-bed guest retreat with living room/office provides stylish space for visitors or creative work. Timeless design meets cinematic views, delivering sophistication, privacy, and world-class beauty.
Single-familyProperty Type
2006Year Built
6.05 acresLot Size
$2,359Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Ron Brand•DRE #01466064• Compass
Listed by Arthur Kalayjian•DRE #01908920• Compass
Bought with Zia Group•DRE #01710544• eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Est. $8,427 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 125 W Mountain Dr
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
SBMLS #25-3123
May 4, 2026
Sold
$5,427,000
$2,359/sq ft
Mar 25, 2026
Contingent
—
Feb 24, 2026
Price Changed
$5,745,000
$2,497/sq ft
Oct 2, 2025
Price Changed
$5,995,000
$2,605/sq ft
Aug 18, 2025
Listed
$6,385,000
$2,775/sq ft
SBMLS #17-552
May 9, 2017
Sold
$2,500,000
$1,086/sq ft
Mar 24, 2017
Contingent
—
Feb 20, 2017
Listed
$2,695,000
$1,171/sq ft
+25
Celebrate life in this expansive, single-level contemporary architectural jewel. Unobstructed 360 degree views of the ocean, islands, city & mountains are on full display from all points inside & out from this award winning, green-built, modern, stylish enclave. Unsurpassed quality & attention to detail are evident throughout both the house & detached second building — the main residence has an open, single level floor plan & 2 large bedroom suites. There are expansive windows throughout both structures bringing stunning views into the living room, den, dining room, & kitchen of the main house and the office and bedroom of the second building. Peaceful, private & in perfect harmony w/nature, this 6 acre mini estate reflects the essence of the Santa Barbara & Montecito lifestyle!
TheMLS #16-976521
Dec 19, 2016
Delisted
—
Jul 11, 2016
Price Changed
*
Mar 28, 2016
Price Changed
*
Jan 29, 2016
Listed
*
SBMLS #16-152
Nov 3, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Jul 11, 2016
Price Changed
$2,795,000
$1,215/sq ft
Mar 28, 2016
Price Changed
$2,895,000
$1,258/sq ft
Jan 18, 2016
Listed
$2,950,000
$1,282/sq ft
SBMLS #03-1014
Feb 22, 2014
Listing Removed
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Apr 1, 2003
Listed
$979,000
$425/sq ft
SBMLS #03-2430
Apr 9, 2004
Sold
$720,000
$313/sq ft
Mar 1, 2004
Listing Removed
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Jul 25, 2003
Listed
$750,000
$326/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$30,858 (+1.8%)
$1,183,795 + $1,775,694
$2,959,489
2024
$30,327 (+1.9%)
$1,160,584 + $1,740,877
$2,901,461
2023
$29,773 (+1.8%)
$1,137,828 + $1,706,743
$2,844,571
2022
$29,259 (+2.4%)
$1,115,518 + $1,673,278
$2,788,796
2021
$28,584 (+1.0%)
$1,093,646 + $1,640,469
$2,734,115
2020
$28,289 (+1.8%)
$1,072,202 + $1,608,303
$2,680,505
2019
$27,795 (+1.4%)
$1,061,208 + $1,591,812
$2,653,020
2018
$27,399 (+3.7%)
$1,040,400 + $1,560,600
$2,601,000
2017
$26,421 (+8.4%)
$1,000,000 + $1,500,000
$2,500,000
2016
$24,384 (+1.6%)
$1,000,000 + $1,500,000
$2,500,000
2015
$23,998 (+9.6%)
$928,000 + $1,393,000
$2,321,000
2014
$21,900 (+9.9%)
$827,000 + $1,241,000
$2,068,000
2013
$19,928 (+1.1%)
$827,000 + $1,241,000
$2,068,000
2012
$19,721 (+0.4%)
$752,000 + $1,128,000
$1,880,000
2011
$19,651 (−18.7%)
$752,000 + $1,128,000
$1,880,000
2009
$24,173 (+0.7%)
$752,000 + $1,128,000
$1,880,000
2008
$24,009
$932,350 + $1,377,000
$2,309,350
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
3
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
6.05 Acres
Year renovated
2007
Sq. Ft.
2,301
Year built
2006
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
021061022
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
RS-1A
One-Family Residence Zone
This zone is intended to provide areas for single-unit housing on individual lots at appropriate low densities of one unit per legal lot with allowances for an Accessory Dwelling Unit or Two-Unit Residential Development when certain standards are met. Designators (e.g. -25, -15) refer to minimum lot size in thousands of square ft or, in the case of RS-1A, acres. The regulations for the RS Zone are intended to limit activities which would be inharmonious with or injurious to the preservation and character of a residential environment. Nonresidential uses are limited to those that support daily life of neighborhoods and complement surrounding residential development. Nonresidential uses are strictly limited in order to mitigate impacts associated with nonresidential uses such as: traffic, increased parking demand, light, glare, and noise.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Livestock production
Garden center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Mar 1, 2019 • Final
Sitework grading
Perform site work and install new retaining walls along the west slope of the property. Replace existing failing wooden retaining walls with new structural block walls.
Grading
Mar 1, 2019 • Final
Historic permits
Construct a new single-family home with a detached garage and a detached accessory structure.
Demolition
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: No
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
Media Room
Ground Floor Bedroom 2
Family Room 2
Dining Information
Dining Area
Breakfast Bar
Interior Features
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Appliances: Refrigerator, Elect Stove
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Slab
Exterior Features: Fruit Trees, Drought Tolerant LND