252 E  Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
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FOR SALE
1 ACRE

$1,649,000

    252 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108

    Est. Mortgage $9,909/mo*
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    Home Highlights

    Listed
    78 days ago

    Local Information

    • Map ViewExplore the area around 252 E Mountain Dr.
    • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
    • Shop & Eat
    -- mins to
    Commute Destination

    About this House

    Opportunity awaits you at this one-of-a-kind estate parcel offering unobstructed ocean & island views! Bring your imagination to build your dream home, create an exceptional masterpiece of your own unique vision. This private one acre parcel offers tranquility not found in many other places in the world. Panoramic views of the coastline will allow you to wake up with the sunrise and end your day with stunning sunsets. Ready to build with utilities on site. The original home included a two bedroom guest house/art studio. Owner financing may be available.
    Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
    Listing courtesy of Aaron L Gilles 01509445, (805) 895-1877
    Village Properties - 1
    Source: SBMLS, MLS#26-1944
    Also Listed on SBMLS.

    Home Details for 252 E Mountain Dr

    Active Status

    MLS Status: Active

    Interior Features

    Fireplace & Spa
    No Fireplace
    View
    Has a ViewView: Ocean, City

    Exterior Features

    Water & Sewer
    Sewer: Septic Tank
    Surface & Elevation
    Topography: Hilly

    Days on Market

    Cumulative Days on Market: 51Days on Market: 78

    Property Information

    Property Type / Style
    Property Type: LandProperty Subtype: Unimproved Land
    Property Information
    Parcel Number: 013030004

    Price & Status

    Price
    List Price: $1,649,000

    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: 26-1944

    Lot Information

    Lot Area: 1 Acres

    Offer

    Listing Terms: Cash, Owner May Carry

    Miscellaneous

    Mls Number: 26-1944Water ViewWater View: Ocean

    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.
      "It is a great neighborhood. Really nice houses and close to many trails to go hiking. It is really dark at night "
    • Jorge
      "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!! "
    • Jorge C.
      "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!! "
    • Twallop
      "Tight community, creatives, families, pets, beach friendly, quiet and respectful, friendly but not invasive. "
    • Kateclindsey
      "I came for a wedding and we loved it so much we bought a house here... Lovely town, wonderful people and spectacular weather."
    • Sherylann215
      "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."
    • Architect1284
      "live here - great area - part of upper golden triangle of Montecito - best area to live in"

    Market trends in Montecito

    Last updated July 2026
    Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
    Avg. sale price
    —
    Sale-to-List Price
    —
    Price per sq ft
    —
    Available listings
    54
    4
    MoM

    Home Value

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

    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
    1.31
    Lot/Land
    $2,900,000
    12/23/25
    -
    -
    1.09
    Lot/Land
    $5,000,000
    04/21/26
    -
    -
    2.83
    Lot/Land
    $1,350,000
    09/29/25
    -
    -
    3.68
    Lot/Land
    $1,600,000
    06/12/26
    -
    -
    4.00
    Lot/Land
    $2,725,000
    07/02/26
    -
    -
    6.11
    Lot/Land
    $3,500,000
    07/14/26
    -
    -

    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
    0.08
    $4,995,000
    3
    4
    3,272
    For Sale
    0.09
    $6,266,500
    4
    4.5
    4,074
    Off Market
    0.10
    $2,999,000
    4
    3
    2,886
    For Sale
    0.17
    $1,870,000
    3
    3
    2,258
    For Sale
    0.21
    $5,500,000
    4
    4
    3,359
    Recently Sold
    0.25
    $6,509,300
    3
    5.5
    4,175
    Off Market
    0.29
    $2,530,000
    4
    4
    4,540
    Recently Sold
    0.34
    $2,695,000
    2
    2
    1,764
    For Sale
    0.36
    $2,907,700
    3
    2
    1,766
    Off Market
    0.40
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Off Market
    0.43
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Off Market

    Price and Tax history

    DateEventPrice
    Jun 11, 2026
    Source: SBMLS #26-1944
    Listed For Sale
    $1,649,000
    Dec 31, 2025
    Source: SBMLS #25-714
    ListingRemoved
    $1,649,000
    Nov 3, 2025
    Source: SBMLS #25-714
    PriceChange
    $1,649,000
    Price decreased by 8%
    Feb 19, 2025
    Source: SBMLS #25-714
    Listed For Sale
    $1,795,000
    Oct 20, 2024
    Source: SBMLS #24-177
    ListingRemoved
    $1,795,000

    LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

    Aaron L Gilles, Village Properties - 1
    Agent Phone: (805) 895-1877
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    Frequently asked questions about 252 E Mountain Dr

    • How big is 252 E Mountain Dr?
      252 E Mountain Dr in Santa Barbara, CA is about 1 acre.
    • What is the price per acre for 252 E Mountain Dr?
      252 E Mountain Dr in Santa Barbara, CA is listed at $1,649,000, or about $1.6M per acre.
    • 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 homes for sale in Santa Barbara, CA.
    • What are the closest schools to 252 E Mountain Dr?
      The closest schools to 252 E Mountain Dr in Santa Barbara, CA are Cold Spring Elementary School (rated 10/10), Santa Barbara Unified Early Childhood (Elementary/Middle/High).
    252 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108 is a lot/land. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by SBMLS on Jun 11, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 26-1944.