1140 E  Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
FOR SALE
5.61 ACRES

1140 E Mountain Dr
Santa Barbara, CA 93108

  • 5 Beds
  • 6.5 Baths
  • 9,711 sqft (on 5.61 acres)

$21,995,000

Original price: $24,995,000
Est. Mortgage $125,750/mo*

$21,995,000

Original price: $24,995,000
Est. Mortgage $125,750/mo*
5 Beds
6.5 Baths
9,711 sqft
(on 5.61 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Masterfully built with expansive ocean, island, and mountain views, this contemporary Neoclassical-style residence is privately set in lush landscaping above East Mountain Drive on nearly six acres with a private well system.
This sophisticated gated home features large-scale entertaining rooms with soaring ceilings and majestic gallery walls. Multiple sets of south-facing French doors open to breathtaking vistas and myriad outdoor entertaining spaces.
Exquisite details combine to create an elegant and livable home with a main floor primary suite of dual baths and closets, four sumptuous guest suites, and an extraordinary infinity-edge pool. Located in a gated enclave of only three estates with a private well system. HOA- Covers private road, electrical, shared gate and private well. HOA is billed quarterly and varies with usage of electrical used for well. All Orchids and Specimen plants are not included in the sale.

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
Pool
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$2,265
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 1140 E Mountain Dr

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms (full): 6Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 9711 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Refrigerator, Built-In Gas Oven, Tankless Water Heater, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Cooktop, Washer, Water Softener OwnedDishwasherLaundry: Laundry RoomRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Living Room, Primary BedroomSpa: Hot TubHas a FireplaceHas a Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Blinds
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: Tri-Level
View
Has a ViewView: Mountain(s), Ocean, Panoramic

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Other SlateExterior: Fruit TreesHas a Private Pool
Pool
Pool: Outdoor PoolPool
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank
Surface & Elevation
Topography: Mountain

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 296Days on Market: 180+

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2002
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Custom Built,Estate
Property Information
Condition: ExcellentParcel Number: 011250014

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $21,995,000Price Per Sqft: $2,265

Location

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

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 25-2650

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 9711 Square Feet

HOA

HOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5.61 Acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional, Cash

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 25-2650Water ViewWater View: Ocean
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Don Johnston 01868263, (805) 951-7331
Sotheby's International Realty
Source: SBMLS, MLS#25-2650

Price History for 1140 E Mountain Dr

DatePriceEventSource
10/03/2025$21,995,000PriceChange
SBMLS #25-2650
07/14/2025$24,995,000Listed For SaleSBMLS #25-2650
04/08/2014$8,800,000Sold
SBMLS #13-2113
07/03/2013$9,875,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
07/21/2012$9,875,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
07/14/2012$9,875,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/30/2012$9,985,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/26/2012$10,250,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
01/02/2012$11,500,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
02/06/2011$11,500,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
10/12/2010$12,225,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
07/10/2010$12,225,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$109,651
Assessment$10,517,899
Home facts updated by county records

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$28,000,000
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5
7
10,776
0.40
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$7,000,000
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1140 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108 is a 5 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 9,711 sqft single-family home built in 2002. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by SBMLS on Jul 12, 2025. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 25-2650.