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FOR SALE

1.33 ACRES

1071 E Mountain Dr
Santa Barbara, CA 93108

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,816 sqft (on 1.33 acres)

$7,598,000

$7,995,000

Est. Mortgage $43,489/mo*

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$7,598,000

$7,995,000

Est. Mortgage $43,489/mo*

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4 Beds

3.5 Baths

3,816 sqft

(on 1.33 acres)

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Description

Montecito Best Buy! Discover an extraordinary opportunity in the heart of Montecito: a private, manicured 1.33± acre estate featuring an elegant main home, thoughtfully designed for versatility and luxury, and a charming mid-century modern guest house/cottage.
The main residence, is a completely renovated single-level home inspired by the iconic San Ysidro Ranch style, is a true architectural masterpiece. Every detail has been curated with precision--from Venetian plaster walls and vaulted ceilings to wide-plank oak floors and handcrafted wrought iron glass doors that open to serene gardens. The home offers three bedrooms and 2.5 baths, complemented by a chef's kitchen with premium finishes, creating an atmosphere of refined elegance and comfort. The guest house or 2nd residence, exudes character with its vaulted wood ceilings, Brazilian cherry floors, and cozy gas fireplace. This one-bedroom, one-bath retreat is ideal as a guest house, private studio, or income-generating rental.
Each home enjoys its own driveway for privacy, with the main residence securely gated. Together, they form a tranquil compound perfectly suited for dual living, extended family, or hosting guests in style.
This rare property combines timeless design, modern amenities, and exceptional flexibilityall in one of Montecito's most coveted locations.

Home Highlights

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A/C

Heating & Cooling

HOA

None

Price/Sqft

$1,991

Listed

174 days ago

Home Details for 1071 E Mountain Dr

Active Status
MLS Status: Active

Interior Features
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 3816 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher, DisposalDishwasherDisposalLaundry: Laundry RoomRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace: GasHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Levels: Single StoryFloors: Hardwood
View Has a ViewView: Mountain(s), Setting

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: Composition MetalOther Structures: Second ResidenceFoundation: Slab, Raised, Mixed
Parking & Garage No Attached GarageParking: Carport
Water & Sewer Sewer: Septic Tank
Surface & Elevation Topography: Level

Days on Market
Cumulative Days on Market: 234Days on Market: 174

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 2025
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Mid-Century Modern,Custom Built
Building Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Property Information Condition: ExcellentParcel Number: 011040019

Price & Status
Price List Price: $7,598,000Price Per Sqft: $1,991

Location
Direction & Address City: MONTECITO
School Information Elementary School: Cold SpringJr High / Middle School: S.B. Jr.High School: S.B. Sr.

Agent Information
Listing Agent Listing ID: 25-4182

Building
Building Area Building Area: 3816 Square Feet

Lot Information
Lot Area: 1.33 Acres

Offer
Listing Terms: Conventional, Cash

Miscellaneous
Mls Number: 25-4182

Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago

Listing courtesy of Sandy Lipowski 01355215, (805) 403-3844

Sotheby's International Realty

Source: SBMLS, MLS#25-4182

Also Listed on SBMLS.

Price History for 1071 E Mountain Dr

Date	Price	Event	Source
01/28/2026	$7,598,000	PriceChange	SBMLS #25-4182
Price Change $397,000 (-5%)
11/18/2025	$7,995,000	Listed For Sale	SBMLS #25-4182

11/11/2025	$7,950,000	ListingRemoved	SBMLS #25-3383

10/29/2025	$7,950,000	PriceChange	SBMLS #25-3383
Price Change $150,000 (-2%)
10/06/2025	$8,100,000	PriceChange	SBMLS #25-3383
Price Change $850,000 (-9%)
09/08/2025	$8,950,000	Listed For Sale	SBMLS #25-3383

11/16/2023		ListingRemoved	SBMLS #23-2828

10/29/2023	$6,500	PriceChange	SBMLS #23-2828
Price Change $300 (-4%)
09/26/2023	$6,800	PriceChange	SBMLS #23-2828
Price Change $1,100 (-14%)
09/15/2023	$7,900	Listed For Rent	Zillow Rentals

08/09/2023		ListingRemoved	SBMLS #23-797

06/03/2023	$8,950	PriceChange	SBMLS #23-797
Price Change $900 (-9%)
03/29/2023	$9,850	Listed For Rent	SBMLS #23-797

08/26/2022	$3,873,000	Sold	SBMLS #22-2144
Recording Date 08/26/2022 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
07/27/2022	$3,850,000	Pending	SBMLS #22-2144

06/27/2022	$3,850,000	Listed For Sale	SBMLS #22-2144

08/28/2020	$2,425,000	Sold	SBMLS #20-3390
Recording Date 08/28/2020 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
03/30/2019	$3,600	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

03/10/2019	$3,600	Listed For Rent	Agent Provided

02/23/2017	$3,600	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

02/01/2017	$3,600	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $100 (3%)
01/28/2017	$3,500	Listed For Rent	Agent Provided

07/17/2013	$1,900,000	Sold	SBMLS #13-1301
Recording Date 07/17/2013 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
11/08/2004	$1,975,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 11/08/2004 Contract Date 10/22/2004 County Transfer Tax $2,173 Total Transfer Tax N/A

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Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
1091 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA	0.09	Single-Family Home	$7,273,172	05/22/25	4	3	3,488
840 Ivy Ln, Santa Barbara, CA	0.17	Single-Family Home	$7,000,000	10/22/25	4	3.5	3,601
1175 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA	0.25	Single-Family Home	$4,700,000	03/12/26	3	2	3,400
737 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA	0.37	Single-Family Home	$5,300,000	07/30/25	3	3	2,748
780 Rockbridge Rd, Santa Barbara, CA	0.33	Single-Family Home	$10,700,000	07/15/25	4	5	6,310
2420 Sycamore Canyon Rd, Santa Barbara, CA	0.71	Single-Family Home	$4,000,000	09/11/25	3	3	2,739
931 Knapp Dr, Santa Barbara, CA	0.77	Single-Family Home	$5,300,000	12/17/25	4	3	2,700
796 Hot Springs Rd, Santa Barbara, CA	0.59	Single-Family Home	$8,463,668	01/13/26	3	3.5	4,311
559 Hot Springs Rd, Santa Barbara, CA	0.92	Single-Family Home	$5,000,000	06/13/25	4	4	3,825
655 Oak Springs Ln, Santa Barbara, CA	0.55	Single-Family Home	$8,900,000	11/07/25	3	5.5	4,334

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1071 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,816 sqft single-family home built in 2025. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by SBMLS on Nov 18, 2025. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 25-4182.

1071 E Mountain Dr
Santa Barbara, CA 93108

$7,598,000

$7,598,000

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