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OFF MARKET

1570 E Valley Rd
Santa Barbara, CA 93108

5 Beds
6.5 Baths
6,640 sqft (on 1.55 acres)

$13,698,300

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 7, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $81,051/mo*

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$13,698,300

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 7, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $81,051/mo*

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5 Beds

6.5 Baths

6,640 sqft

(on 1.55 acres)

Local Information

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Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Combining early 20th century charm and class with 21st century conveniences, Montecito's Somerset estate represents the epitome of relaxed sophistication. The home and its ancillary structures were built in 1918 in the community's elite ''Golden Quadrangle''. Henrik Westen, former owner of the estate, ordered several alterations and additions designed by iconic architect Lutah Maria Riggs. Much of the landscaping of the approximately 1.6-acre grounds is believed to be attributed to prominent landscape architect Lockwood de Forest. Ultimate privacy, lush and well-manicured foliage, numerous outdoor amenities: the ambiance here is distinctly Montecito.

1570 E Valley Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108 is a 5 bedroom, 7 bathroom, 6,640 sqft single-family home built in 1920. It last sold for $7,307,500 on Sep 24, 2020. More recently, it was listed as a rental in December 2012 with an asking price of $28,500 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 15, 2013. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $13,698,300, with a rent estimate of $46,793/month.

Home Highlights

Parking

Garage

Outdoor

Patio, Deck, Pool

A/C

Heating & Cooling

HOA

None

Price/Sqft

No Info

Listed

Less than a day ago

Home Details for 1570 E Valley Rd

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, Wood PelletAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Floors: TileGated Entry
Interior Details Additional StorageAtticIn-law unitNumber of Rooms: 24Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, OfficeStorageWet BarCeiling Fan
Appliances & Utilities Cable ReadyDishwasher
Fireplace & Spa FireplaceHot Tub or SpaJetted Bath Tub
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Double Paned Windows
Security Security System

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: SlateDeckExterior: Stone, Stucco, BrickGardenLawnPatioSprinkler System
Pool Pool
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 7Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1920Year Updated: 1976
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: French

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 1.55 acres

Additional Information
Intercom

Building
Pool Sauna

Price History for 1570 E Valley Rd

Date	Price	Event	Source
09/24/2020	$7,307,500	Sold	SBMLS #20-1657
Recording Date 09/24/2020 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
09/22/2020	$7,495,000	Pending	Agent Provided

09/22/2020	$7,495,000	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

06/24/2019	$7,495,000	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

11/06/2018	$7,495,000	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

06/06/2018	$7,900,000	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

04/02/2018	$7,900,000	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $195,000 (-2%)
02/21/2018	$8,095,000	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $200,000 (-2%)
08/29/2017	$8,295,000	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $405,000 (-5%)
06/26/2017	$8,700,000	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

06/25/2015	$7,970,000	Sold	SBMLS #15-636
Recording Date 06/25/2015 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
06/05/2015	$8,500,000	Pending	Agent Provided

05/06/2015	$8,500,000	PendingToActive	Agent Provided

04/18/2015	$8,500,000	Pending	Agent Provided

03/01/2015	$8,500,000	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

02/15/2014	$8,990,000	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

08/21/2013	$8,990,000	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $8,961,500 (31,444%)
02/15/2013	$28,500	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

02/15/2013	$9,690,000	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

12/22/2012	$28,500	Listed For Rent	Agent Provided

12/02/2012	$9,690,000	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

03/13/2011	$9,690,000	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $560,000 (-5%)
09/05/2010	$10,250,000	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

Market trends in Montecito

Last updated May 2026

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year	2025
Tax	$89,030
Assessment	$8,403,814

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1570 E Valley Rd

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
601 San Ysidro Rd, Santa Barbara, CA	0.33	Single-Family Home	$6,300,000	05/22/26	5	4.5	3,399
690 San Ysidro Rd, Santa Barbara, CA	0.38	Single-Family Home	$11,000,000	08/20/25	4	7	6,353
1625 E Valley Rd, Santa Barbara, CA	0.17	Single-Family Home	$8,350,000	12/02/25	3	4	4,390
603 Juan Crespi Ln, Santa Barbara, CA	0.20	Single-Family Home	$6,700,000	07/29/25	3	3.5	4,597
709 San Ysidro Ln, Santa Barbara, CA	0.43	Single-Family Home	$12,500,000	06/26/26	4	5.5	6,032
311 Meadowbrook Dr, Santa Barbara, CA	0.68	Single-Family Home	$10,135,000	09/23/25	5	5.5	5,702
430 Santa Rosa Ln, Santa Barbara, CA	0.33	Single-Family Home	$8,100,000	06/18/26	3	4	4,981
1729 Glen Oaks Dr, Santa Barbara, CA	0.62	Single-Family Home	$10,400,000	04/13/26	4	3.5	4,892
771 Via Manana, Santa Barbara, CA	0.67	Single-Family Home	$8,108,000	09/12/25	5	5.5	4,788
491 Pimiento Ln, Santa Barbara, CA	0.39	Single-Family Home	$9,250,000	06/26/26	4	4.5	4,334

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OFF MARKET
Est. $5,375,100
3 bd
3.5 ba
2,374 sqft
505 El Bosque Rd,
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
OFF MARKET
Est. $5,218,400
3 bd
2.5 ba
2,839 sqft
1575 E Valley Rd,
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
OFF MARKET
Est. $2,712,800
2 bd
1 ba
539 Periwinkle Ln,
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
FOR SALE
1.49 ACRES
$15,900,000
6 bd
7 ba
8,372 sqft
1567 E Valley Rd,
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
OFF MARKET
Est. $16,568,600
8 bd
9 ba
9,285 sqft
1569 E Valley Rd,
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
OFF MARKET
Est. $3,989,600
2 bd
1.5 ba
840 sqft
504 Hodges Ln,
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
OFF MARKET
Est. $6,714,500
3 bd
3.5 ba
3,698 sqft
501 Hodges Ln,
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
SOLD
JUN 18, 2026
$3,500,000
2 bd
2 ba
1,942 sqft
1524 E Valley Rd,
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
FOR SALE
1 ACRE
$11,750,000
7 bd
5.5 ba
6,366 sqft
1650 E Valley Rd,
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
SOLD
SEP 30, 2025
$3,220,000
2 bd
2 ba
1,592 sqft
1515 E Valley Rd #C,
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
OFF MARKET
Est. $6,384,900
2 bd
2.5 ba
2,643 sqft
448 Court Pl,
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
OFF MARKET
Est. $8,050,600
4 bd
3.5 ba
4,375 sqft
640 El Bosque Rd,
Santa Barbara, CA 93108

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What Locals Say about Montecito

At least 50 Trulia users voted on each feature.

91 % Say car is needed
88 % Say it's dog friendly
81 % Say parking is easy
74 % Say yards are well-kept
72 % Say there's holiday spirit
70 % Say it's quiet
66 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
64 % Say there's wildlife
62 % Say people would walk alone at night
59 % Say there are community events
56 % Say neighbors are friendly
51 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
45 % Say kids play outside
38 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
18 % Say there are sidewalks
18 % Say streets are well-lit

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Zasi H.
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6y ago
"It is a great neighborhood. Really nice houses and close to many trails to go hiking. It is really dark at night "
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Jorge
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6y ago
"They would love the fact that there’s very little traffic and kids can play or ride bikes with no worry of getting hit by a car!! "
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Jorge C.
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7y ago
"My.commute takes about 20 minutes to work and for the most part it is not bad, unless there is road work being done, then you have to wait!! "
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Twallop
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7y ago
"Tight community, creatives, families, pets, beach friendly, quiet and respectful, friendly but not invasive. "
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Kateclindsey
11y ago
"I came for a wedding and we loved it so much we bought a house here... Lovely town, wonderful people and spectacular weather."
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Sherylann215
13y ago
"A magical place to live, fabulous restaurants, theater, culture, weather. The people that live here love their children, their animals, and their neighbors. I could live anywhere in the world, and I chose Montecito."
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Architect1284
13y ago
"live here - great area - part of upper golden triangle of Montecito - best area to live in"
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