549 E Montecito St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
OFF MARKET

549 E Montecito St
Santa Barbara, CA 93103

Lower East
  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,669 sqft

$1,144,300

Trulia Estimate
as of May 19, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,887/mo*
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$1,144,300

Trulia Estimate
as of May 19, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,887/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,669 sqft

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Description

Tri-Level Condo for Rent 549 E Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103

Enjoy comfortable, connected living in this spacious tri-level condo located in the desirable Lower East neighborhood, just minutes from Trader Joe's, East Beach, and downtown (less than 15 minutes on foot to both).

Home Features:

3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms

Water Softener

1 kW solar panel system for reduced electrical bills

Bathrooms equipped with bidet features for added comfort

Smart home technology including Tapo smart switches and motion-activated lighting, MyQ garage control, and Nest thermostat

Front door equipped with fingerprint Bluetooth smart lock for quick, keyless entry

Enhanced security with authorized fingerprint access and smartphone control

Auto-locks when closed and allows easy guest access via temporary codes

Recessed lighting throughout, built in 2011

Double-pane windows provide quiet and energy efficiency

Kitchen with sliding cabinet organizers

Private garage parking

High-speed 500 Mbps fiber internet included

Whole-home mesh Wi-Fi system with access points on every floor, ensuring fast and reliable internet throughout the condo

This home offers modern convenience, thoughtful upgrades, and a prime location perfect for those seeking comfort, technology, sustainability, and easy access to Santa Barbara's best amenities.

Owner pays for internet. 1 year lease, no smoking inside. Tenant must follow HOA rules and regulations. Tenant is responsible for refilling water softener salt.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from August 18, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
Attached Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 549 E Montecito St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Solar, Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: Central AirHeating Fuel: Solar
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Attached, On Site

Price History for 549 E Montecito St

DatePriceEventSource
08/21/2025$5,000ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
08/18/2025$5,000Listed For RentZillow Rentals
11/17/2011$540,000Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$7,078
Assessment$666,991
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 549 E Montecito St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
222 S Salinas St, Santa Barbara, CA
0.96
Apartment
$363,500
05/01/26
3
2
1,333
803 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA
1.08
Apartment
$1,510,000
09/08/25
1
1
-
2512 Treasure Dr, Santa Barbara, CA
2.47
Apartment
$1,600,000
05/30/25
3
1.5
1,400
3737 San Remo Dr, Santa Barbara, CA
3.59
Apartment
$1,749,000
01/23/26
2
2
1,200
Home facts updated by county records

Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Lower East
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What Locals Say about Lower East

At least 7 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 90 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 75 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 73 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 69 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 67 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 64 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 64 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 59 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say parking is easy

  • 56 % Say car is needed

  • 31 % Say kids play outside

  • 17 % Say there are community events

  • 14 % Say it's quiet

  • 11 % Say there's wildlife

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Oaguirre1971
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  • YOGI26
    "Good area to live in. Restaurants, stores, public transportation 1 block away. Church 1 block down. Beach is 1.5 miles . freeway .75 miles "
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549 E Montecito St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,669 sqft apartment. 549 E Montecito St is located in Lower East, Santa Barbara. This property is not currently available for sale. 549 E Montecito St was last sold on Nov 17, 2011 for $540,000 (10,700% higher than the asking price of $5,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 549 E Montecito St is $1,144,300.