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 2500 E Valley Rd estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 2500 E Valley Rd in Santa Barbara, CA is $35,013,500 .

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 .

What are the closest schools to 2500 E Valley Rd?

The closest schools to 2500 E Valley Rd in Santa Barbara, CA are Carpinteria Middle School (rated 5/10), Carpinteria Senior High School (rated 7/10), Summerland Elementary School (rated 10/10).

Does 2500 E Valley Rd have laundry facilities?

Yes, 2500 E Valley Rd in Santa Barbara, CA has in-unit laundry.

How big is the lot at 2500 E Valley Rd?

The lot at 2500 E Valley Rd in Santa Barbara, CA is about 237 acres .

OFF MARKET

2500 E Valley Rd
Santa Barbara, CA 93108

12 Beds
11.5 Baths
29,438 sqft (on 237 acres)

$35,013,500

Trulia Estimate

as of Aug 24, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $209,634/mo*

Refinance Your Home

$35,013,500

Trulia Estimate

as of Aug 24, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $209,634/mo*

Refinance Your Home

12 Beds

11.5 Baths

29,438 sqft

(on 237 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$35M

Since last month

$1M (-3.6%)

Since last year

$4M (+11.5%)

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 +426% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$34.34M
July 2026	$35.64M
June 2026	$35.34M
May 2026	$27.81M
April 2026	$28.86M
March 2026	$29.83M
February 2026	$34.86M
January 2026	$25.53M
2025
November 2025	$32M
October 2025	$31M
September 2025	$28.83M
August 2025	$30.79M
July 2025	$29.08M
June 2025	$30.09M
May 2025	$28.78M
April 2025	$29.42M
March 2025	$28.42M
2024
August 2024	$21.45M
July 2024	$26.45M
June 2024	$29.58M
May 2024	$25.99M
April 2024	$26.14M
March 2024	$27.14M
February 2024	$25.28M
January 2024	$22.82M
2023
December 2023	$25.19M
November 2023	$25.19M
October 2023	$22.69M
September 2023	$22.72M
August 2023	$24.12M
July 2023	$26.93M
June 2023	$28.05M
May 2023	$23.76M
April 2023	$23.23M
March 2023	$22.73M
February 2023	$22.42M
January 2023	$21.69M
2022
December 2022	$22.12M
November 2022	$23.19M
October 2022	$24.5M
September 2022	$25.16M
August 2022	$27.16M
July 2022	$26.07M
June 2022	$26.3M
May 2022	$25.45M
April 2022	$19.86M
March 2022	$11.59M
February 2022	$6.79M
January 2022	$6.68M
2021
December 2021	$6.5M
November 2021	$6.49M
October 2021	$6.3M
September 2021	$5.95M
August 2021	$5.56M
July 2021	$5.85M
June 2021	$9.59M
May 2021	$17.37M
January 2021	$19.04M
2020
November 2020	$63.88M
October 2020	$63.42M
September 2020	$12.75M
2019
September 2019	$4.58M
August 2019	$4.5M
July 2019	$4.7M
June 2019	$4.59M
May 2019	$4.58M
April 2019	$4.61M
March 2019	$4.42M
February 2019	$4.49M
January 2019	$4.76M
2018
December 2018	$4.78M
November 2018	$4.47M
October 2018	$4.81M
September 2018	$4.87M
August 2018	$5.09M
July 2018	$4.9M
June 2018	$4.84M
May 2018	$4.89M
April 2018	$4.57M
March 2018	$5.38M
February 2018	$5.71M
January 2018	$6.02M
2017
December 2017	$4.3M
November 2017	$4.5M
October 2017	$3.73M
September 2017	$3.75M
August 2017	$4.23M
July 2017	$3.91M
June 2017	$4.56M
May 2017	$78.85M
April 2017	$81.08M
March 2017	$79.1M
February 2017	$5.17M
January 2017	$5.19M
2016
December 2016	$5.65M
November 2016	$5.43M
October 2016	$5.55M
September 2016	$5.79M
August 2016	$6.53M

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
888 Lilac Dr, Santa Barbara, CA	0.72	Single-Family Home	$25,957,000	04/21/26	6	7	13,599
595 Freehaven Dr, Santa Barbara, CA	0.61	Single-Family Home	$5,091,000	10/06/25	5	6.5	6,041
2600 Bella Vista Dr, Santa Barbara, CA	0.67	Single-Family Home	$10,475,000	04/28/26	4	4.5	5,738
869 Knollwood Dr, Santa Barbara, CA	0.89	Single-Family Home	$12,250,000	03/03/26	6	6.5	8,480
2815 E Valley Rd, Santa Barbara, CA	0.87	Single-Family Home	$5,300,000	07/24/26	4	4.5	6,333
2140 Veloz Dr, Santa Barbara, CA	0.74	Single-Family Home	$5,750,000	01/05/26	4	4	4,046
2165 Veloz Dr, Santa Barbara, CA	0.69	Single-Family Home	$4,000,000	10/07/25	4	4	3,485
645 & 675 Olive Rd, Santa Barbara, CA	1.15	Single-Family Home	$14,000,000	04/30/26	6	8	7,146
770 Ladera Ln, Santa Barbara, CA	0.72	Single-Family Home	$7,900,000	12/11/25	3	3.5	4,079
2899 Hidden Valley Ln, Santa Barbara, CA	0.91	Single-Family Home	$3,700,000	02/18/26	4	4.5	4,018

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
865 Romero Canyon Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.25	$8,523,000	6	6.5	5,907	Off Market
768 Winding Creek Ln, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.26	$7,495,000	3	3	2,963	For Sale
813 Romero Canyon Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.33	$24,500,000	5	6	7,188	For Sale
999 Romero Canyon Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.34	$23,500,000	6	6.5	10,864	For Sale
2475 Bella Vista Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.37	$9,928,100	3	3.5	-	Off Market
2480-90 Bella Vista Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.39	-	-	-	-	Off Market
2297 Featherhill Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.36	$8,405,200	4	3.5	4,094	Off Market
2290 Featherhill Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.42	$2,725,000	-	-	-	Recently Sold
777 Romero Canyon Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.49	$21,362,200	6	4.5	7,127	Off Market
2267 Featherhill Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.47	$7,263,800	7	7.5	5,662	Off Market
630 Stonehouse Ln, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.60	$12,083,600	5	4.5	6,669	Off Market
595 Freehaven Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.61	$5,221,100	5	6.5	6,041	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1931

Lot Size

237 acres

Living Area

29,438 sqft

Price/Sqft

$1,189

About this House

The magnificent Rancho San Carlos, a 237 acre estate property that for nearly 100 years has been under the ownership of one family. A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to acquire a unique property of unprecedented grand scale, exceptional architecture, and prestigious historical significance. The sprawling hilltop Monterey Colonial manor was designed by noted architect Reginald Johnson in 1931 with

2500 E Valley Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108 is a 12 bedroom, 29,438 sqft single-family home built in 1931. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $35,013,500, with a rent estimate of $6,965/month.

Home Details for 2500 E Valley Rd

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1931Year Updated: 1932
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Interior Features
Interior Details Types of Rooms: OfficeWet Bar
Appliances & Utilities Cable ReadyDishwasherDryerWasher
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Exterior: Stone, BrickPatio

Community
Units in Building: 12

Lot Information
Lot Area: 237.00 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Oct 16, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$75,000,000
Sep 4, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$75,000,000
Apr 29, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$75,000,000 Price decreased by 12%
Mar 9, 2017 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$85,000,000 Price decreased by 32%
Sep 6, 2014 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$125,000,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2026	Unavailable	$20,112,868

Additional Cost

Market trends in Montecito

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Around this home

Summerland Elementary School
K-5
Public
51 Students
Carpinteria Unified School District
10/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
This school is just beautiful. Its been over 10 years since I went here but it really shaped me as a person. Even after leaving for middle school, I came back and volunteered until all the teachers who had taught me had left. The teachers really care about the students. They accommodated the needs of students very well, and they formed connections with students that still have an impact on me until this day. I wish I could experience those days again. This school provided such a good stepping stone into academics, even when their resources were spread thin, they tried to help each student get what they needed. Afterschool programs were amazing too. I remember my favorite program was shut down due to funding issues, but they still provided afterschool care if it was needed. I have vivid memories of sitting in the library well after school was done, and the librarian (and lunch lady) cut me up an apple and sat down with me. The staff really care about their students. The community is great too. Friendships I made in elementary school are still going strong to this day. I believe I am the person I am today partly because of Summerland School. It was a godsend!!!!
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1y ago
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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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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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Frequently asked questions about 2500 E Valley Rd

What is 2500 E Valley Rd estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 2500 E Valley Rd in Santa Barbara, CA is $35,013,500.
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.
What are the closest schools to 2500 E Valley Rd?
The closest schools to 2500 E Valley Rd in Santa Barbara, CA are Carpinteria Middle School (rated 5/10), Carpinteria Senior High School (rated 7/10), Summerland Elementary School (rated 10/10).
Does 2500 E Valley Rd have laundry facilities?
Yes, 2500 E Valley Rd in Santa Barbara, CA has in-unit laundry.
How big is the lot at 2500 E Valley Rd?
The lot at 2500 E Valley Rd in Santa Barbara, CA is about 237 acres.