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 the price history for 262 E Mountain Dr?

262 E Mountain Dr in Santa Barbara, CA last sold for $800,000 in October 2023.

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

Santa Barbara is currently a buyer's 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 262 E Mountain Dr?

The closest schools to 262 E Mountain Dr in Santa Barbara, CA are Cold Spring Elementary School (rated 10/10), Santa Barbara Unified Early Childhood (Elementary/Middle/High).

OFF MARKET

$800,000

Last sold price

50,094 sqft (on 1.15 acres)

262 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108

Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 16, 2023 for $800,000

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
1297 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA	1.28	Lot/Land	$2,900,000	12/23/25		-	-
780 Ashley Rd, Santa Barbara, CA	1.10	Lot/Land	$5,000,000	04/21/26		-	-
40 Rincon Vista Rd, Santa Barbara, CA	1.66	Lot/Land	$1,450,000	09/08/26		-	-
940 Alston Rd, Santa Barbara, CA	1.96	Lot/Land	$13,672,000	03/31/26		-	5,671
5 S Nopal St, Santa Barbara, CA	2.66	Lot/Land	$650,000	11/25/25	2	1	-
264 Santa Rosa Ln, Santa Barbara, CA	3.07	Lot/Land	$3,946,000	05/22/26	3	-	3,597
2290 Featherhill Rd, Santa Barbara, CA	3.96	Lot/Land	$2,725,000	07/02/26		-	-
233 W Quinto St, Santa Barbara, CA	3.79	Lot/Land	$1,600,000	06/12/26		-	-
1240 W Micheltorena St, Santa Barbara, CA	4.43	Lot/Land	$394,928	07/09/26	3	2	2,000
220 Montecito Ranch Ln, Summerland, CA	5.00	Lot/Land	$12,461,000	12/29/25	5	-	8,703

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
266 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.03	-	3	4.5	5,455	Off Market
260 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.04	-	-	-	107,593	Off Market
258 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.06	$1,686,800	3	3	2,260	Off Market
286 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.09	-	-	-	-	Off Market
352 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.09	$4,492,900	3	3	3,500	Off Market
350 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.09	$3,384,500	4	4	3,582	Off Market
330 E Mountain Dr, Montecito, CA 93108	0.10	$4,692,400	4	5	3,272	Off Market
244 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.10	-	2	2	1,744	Off Market
340 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.10	$2,561,500	2	2	1,339	Off Market
252 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.12	$1,649,000	-	-	-	For Sale
354 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.12	$4,588,300	1	1	911	Off Market
280 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.13	$1,745,500	3	3	2,400	Off Market
238 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.13	$1,507,200	3	2	1,955	Off Market
320 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.14	$4,814,500	4	4	2,870	Off Market
224 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.15	$1,376,000	4	1	1,480	Off Market
356 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.16	$2,194,900	3	-	2,713	Off Market
226 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.17	$6,342,800	4	4.5	4,074	Off Market
315 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.17	$1,543,600	1	1	780	Off Market
212 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.17	$1,433,200	2	2	1,112	Off Market
160 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.18	-	-	-	-	Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Lot/Land

1.15 acre lot

50,094 sqft

About this House

Unobstructed views of the Ocean, Channel Islands, and the Santa Barbara Harbor make this Montecito property very desirable. The lot backs up to the Los Padres National Forest insuring a private setting, but conveniently only minutes from the Montecito Upper Village facilities. Utilities to property include; water lines, gas, underground electrical conduit. Incorporate your design ideas before starting construction. The sky's the limit when purchasing at this stage of the project. Call the developer to discuss all of your options.

262 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108 is a 50,094 sqft lot/land. It last sold for $800,000 on Oct 16, 2023. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia.

Home Details for 262 E Mountain Dr

Property Information
Property Type / Style Property Type: Lot Land

Lot Information
Lot Area: 1.15 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Oct 16, 2023 Source: N/A	Sold	$800,000
Jun 14, 2023 Source: SBMLS #21-1172	ListingRemoved
Feb 15, 2023 Source: SBMLS #21-1172	Listed For Sale	$1,150,000
Aug 19, 2022 Source: SBMLS #21-1172	PriceChange	$1,190,000 Price decreased by 2%
Jul 16, 2022 Source: SBMLS #21-1172	Listed For Sale	$1,210,000
Jan 8, 2022 Source: SBMLS #21-1172	Listed For Sale	$1,250,000
Jan 1, 2022 Source: SBMLS #21-1172	ListingRemoved
Sep 11, 2021 Source: SBMLS #21-1172	Listed For Sale	$1,200,000
Mar 1, 2021 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$1,300,000 Price decreased by 4%
Dec 16, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$1,350,000
Dec 12, 2014 Source: N/A	Sold	$125,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2026	Unavailable	$364,140

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Market trends in Montecito

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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

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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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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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"Tight community, creatives, families, pets, beach friendly, quiet and respectful, friendly but not invasive. "
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12y 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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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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14y 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 262 E Mountain Dr

What is the price history for 262 E Mountain Dr?
262 E Mountain Dr in Santa Barbara, CA last sold for $800,000 in October 2023.
Is Santa Barbara a buyer's or seller's market?
Santa Barbara is currently a buyer's 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 262 E Mountain Dr?
The closest schools to 262 E Mountain Dr in Santa Barbara, CA are Cold Spring Elementary School (rated 10/10), Santa Barbara Unified Early Childhood (Elementary/Middle/High).