Is a car needed in Montecito, CA?

As of early 2026, 91% of users say car is needed

Is Montecito, CA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 88% of users say it's dog friendly

Is parking easy in Montecito, CA?

As of early 2026, 81% of users say parking is easy

Are yards well-kept in Montecito, CA?

As of early 2026, 74% of users say yards are well-kept

Does Montecito, CA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 72% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is Montecito, CA quiet?

As of early 2026, 70% of users say it's quiet

Do residents of Montecito, CA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 66% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is there wildlife in Montecito, CA?

As of early 2026, 64% of users say there's wildlife

Would people walk alone at night in Montecito, CA?

As of early 2026, 62% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are there community events in Montecito, CA?

As of early 2026, 59% of users say there are community events

Are neighbors friendly in Montecito, CA?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is Montecito, CA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 51% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Do kids play outside in Montecito, CA?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say kids play outside

Is Montecito, CA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 39% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Does Montecito, CA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 18% of users say there are sidewalks

Are the streets well-lit in Montecito, CA?

As of early 2026, 18% of users say streets are well-lit

What is 1599 E Valley Rd estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1599 E Valley Rd in Santa Barbara, CA is $30,037,400 .

What is the price history for 1599 E Valley Rd?

1599 E Valley Rd in Santa Barbara, CA last sold for $14,000,000 in August 2018.

Is Santa Barbara a buyer's or seller's market?

Santa Barbara is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What do residents say about Santa Barbara?

Residents describe Santa Barbara, CA as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Santa Barbara, CA .

Does 1599 E Valley Rd have air conditioning?

Yes, 1599 E Valley Rd in Santa Barbara, CA has air conditioning.

Does 1599 E Valley Rd have a pool?

Yes, 1599 E Valley Rd in Santa Barbara, CA has a pool.

OFF MARKET

$30,037,400

Trulia Estimate

6 Beds
7.5 Baths
9,771 sqft (on 3.50 acres)

1599 E Valley Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108

Est. Refi. Payment $181,440/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 17, 2018 for $14,000,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$30M

Since last month

$1M (+5.1%)

Since last year

$2M (+8.7%)

Since last sale

$16M (+114.6%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +77% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$30.04M
August 2026	$29.96M
July 2026	$28.59M
June 2026	$29.53M
May 2026	$27.43M
April 2026	$26.13M
March 2026	$26.05M
February 2026	$26.01M
January 2026	$25.59M
2025
December 2025	$27.47M
November 2025	$27.36M
October 2025	$26.04M
September 2025	$27.49M
August 2025	$27.64M
July 2025	$26.2M
June 2025	$24.85M
May 2025	$25.78M
April 2025	$25.62M
March 2025	$26.2M
2024
August 2024	$24.99M
July 2024	$24.42M
June 2024	$24.49M
May 2024	$24.27M
April 2024	$23.76M
March 2024	$23.68M
February 2024	$24.2M
January 2024	$22.26M
2023
December 2023	$23.98M
November 2023	$24.11M
October 2023	$24.24M
September 2023	$24.57M
August 2023	$23.2M
July 2023	$23.91M
June 2023	$24.14M
May 2023	$23.58M
April 2023	$23.08M
March 2023	$22.69M
February 2023	$22.93M
January 2023	$22.15M
2022
December 2022	$21.91M
November 2022	$22.61M
October 2022	$23.33M
September 2022	$23.45M
August 2022	$23.76M
July 2022	$24.23M
June 2022	$25.18M
May 2022	$25.37M
April 2022	$24.72M
March 2022	$23.52M
February 2022	$22.05M
January 2022	$21.49M
2021
December 2021	$21.76M
November 2021	$21.7M
October 2021	$21.07M
September 2021	$20.27M
August 2021	$19.68M
July 2021	$19.05M
June 2021	$16.51M
May 2021	$12.29M
April 2021	$11.08M
March 2021	$12.64M
February 2021	$14.5M
January 2021	$12.42M
2020
December 2020	$11.03M
November 2020	$9.67M
October 2020	$11.66M
September 2020	$10.69M
August 2020	$9.44M
July 2020	$8.97M
June 2020	$9.33M
May 2020	$9.93M
April 2020	$9.63M
March 2020	$10.02M
February 2020	$12.37M
January 2020	$13.67M
2019
December 2019	$13.42M
November 2019	$13.3M
October 2019	$13.61M
September 2019	$13.55M
August 2019	$14.81M
July 2019	$14.96M
June 2019	$15.56M
May 2019	$16.07M
April 2019	$14.87M
March 2019	$15.18M
February 2019	$16.88M
January 2019	$17.87M
2018
December 2018	$16.2M
November 2018	$16.22M
October 2018	$15.47M
September 2018	$14.79M
August 2018	$15.37M
July 2018	$15.37M
June 2018	$15.23M
May 2018	$15.36M
April 2018	$15.62M
March 2018	$15.36M
February 2018	$15.36M
January 2018	$15.36M
2017
December 2017	$15.36M
November 2017	$15.25M
October 2017	$15.26M
September 2017	$15.3M
August 2017	$14.42M
July 2017	$13.67M
June 2017	$15.52M
May 2017	$15.62M
April 2017	$15.81M
March 2017	$15.66M
February 2017	$15.66M
January 2017	$15.77M
2016
December 2016	$17.18M
November 2016	$17.25M
October 2016	$17.34M
September 2016	$17M

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
1545 E Valley Rd, Santa Barbara, CA	0.19	Single-Family Home	$47,590,000	10/10/25	9	9	9,477
1850 Jelinda Dr, Santa Barbara, CA	0.65	Single-Family Home	$25,500,000	04/15/26	5	7	8,847
184 Tiburon Bay Ln, Santa Barbara, CA	0.79	Single-Family Home	$12,540,000	11/03/25	5	6.5	8,289
1574 Green Ln, Santa Barbara, CA	0.53	Single-Family Home	$11,450,000	05/12/26	7	6.5	5,556
2925 Sycamore Canyon Rd, Santa Barbara, CA	0.99	Single-Family Home	$17,250,000	10/17/25	7	8.5	10,700
311 Meadowbrook Dr, Santa Barbara, CA	0.51	Single-Family Home	$10,135,000	09/23/25	5	5.5	5,702
645 & 675 Olive Rd, Santa Barbara, CA	1.03	Single-Family Home	$14,000,000	04/30/26	6	8	7,146
430 Santa Rosa Ln, Santa Barbara, CA	0.13	Single-Family Home	$8,100,000	06/18/26	3	4	4,981
650 San Ysidro Rd, Santa Barbara, CA	0.50	Single-Family Home	$14,000,000	08/06/26	3	3.5	4,080
1625 E Valley Rd, Santa Barbara, CA	0.20	Single-Family Home	$8,350,000	12/02/25	3	4	4,390

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
448 Court Pl, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.06	$6,399,000	2	2.5	2,643	Off Market
430 Santa Rosa Ln, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.13	$8,100,000	3	4	4,981	Recently Sold
1569 E Valley Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.09	$15,878,700	8	9	9,285	Off Market
405 Court Pl, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.14	$5,873,200	3	3	2,815	Off Market
1567 E Valley Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.13	$15,150,000	6	7	8,372	For Sale
1575 E Valley Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.14	$5,228,700	3	2.5	2,839	Off Market
420 Seaview Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.16	$4,600,000	3	3	1,899	Recently Sold
418 Seaview Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.16	$4,595,000	2	2	1,990	For Sale
521 Santa Rosa Ln, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.18	$10,857,500	5	5.5	4,726	Off Market
505 El Bosque Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.17	$5,487,800	3	3.5	2,374	Off Market
366 Mira Monte Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.24	$2,452,300	2	2	857	Off Market
504 Hodges Ln, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.24	$4,069,800	2	1.5	840	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 1599 E Valley Rd.
Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1931

3.5 acre lot

9,771 sqft

$3,074/sqft

About this House

Constantia, an estate of unparalleled quality located in the heart of Montecito. Juxtaposed between the mountains and the sea this Cape Dutch Colonial masterpiece, placed on approximately 3.5 acres, harkens back to a more elegant time but with the conveniences of a 21st Century home.Originally designed by Ambrose Cramer, this residence is an oasis of verdant tranquility. Enjoy a gourmet's dream kitchen, light-filled with cathedral ceilings. Relax in a warm, beamed great room that fills the eye with magnificent scenery at every turn. Revel in a media room built for earnest entertainment. Meander around a reflecting pond reminiscent of the great estates of Europe. Dive into a stunning pool that embodies the spirit of Summer in Southern California. Meticulous gardens, expansive lawns, and ebullient entertaining areas abound. The spectacular views of Montecito Peak and the shimmering waves of the Pacific Ocean make this home one of the crown jewels of Southern California.

1599 E Valley Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108 is a 6 bedroom, 9 bathroom, 9,771 sqft single-family home built in 1931. It last sold for $14,000,000 on Aug 17, 2018. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $30,037,400.

Home Details for 1599 E Valley Rd

Interior Features
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Floors: Other
Interior Details Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room, Family Room, Library, Office
Appliances & Utilities Cable ReadyDishwasherDisposalMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling Air ConditioningCooling System: Central
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: TileExterior: StuccoPatio
Pool Pool
Parking & Garage Parking Spaces: 15

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1931Year Updated: 1975
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 3.50 acres

Additional Information
Intercom

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Aug 17, 2018 Source: SBMLS #18-756	Sold	$14,000,000
Jul 24, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$16,800,000
Mar 5, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$16,800,000
Jan 24, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$16,800,000
Jan 17, 2017 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$16,800,000 Price decreased by 9%
Aug 9, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$18,500,000
Apr 20, 2012 Source: SBMLS #11-3273	Sold	$16,800,000
Sep 25, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$17,500,000
Apr 13, 2010 Source: N/A	Sold	$15,000,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2026	Unavailable	$16,205,626

Additional Cost

Market trends in Montecito

Last updated July 2026

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Available listings

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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
39 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
18 % Say there are sidewalks
18 % Say streets are well-lit

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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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7y 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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Frequently asked questions about 1599 E Valley Rd

What is 1599 E Valley Rd estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1599 E Valley Rd in Santa Barbara, CA is $30,037,400.
What is the price history for 1599 E Valley Rd?
1599 E Valley Rd in Santa Barbara, CA last sold for $14,000,000 in August 2018.
Is Santa Barbara a buyer's or seller's market?
Santa Barbara is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What do residents say about Santa Barbara?
Residents describe Santa Barbara, CA as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Santa Barbara, CA.
Does 1599 E Valley Rd have air conditioning?
Yes, 1599 E Valley Rd in Santa Barbara, CA has air conditioning.
Does 1599 E Valley Rd have a pool?
Yes, 1599 E Valley Rd in Santa Barbara, CA has a pool.