Montecito Real Estate Blog

This past week, there were three new properties listed for sale in Montecito, CA for over $2 million. Among these luxury homes is the incredible 20 acre estate located at 985 Park Lane in Montecito. With breathtaking ocean views, this Bob Easton designed estate was inspired by the French country homes of Provence. Casually elegant, this home has 7 bedrooms, including a first floor master, 8.5 baths, media/screening room, gourmet cook’s kitchen, 4-car garage, guest house with its own gated entrance, bocce ball court, lawn, fruit trees, koi pond, and even a private well. Currently, this exclusive  Montecito estate is listed for sale at $12,700,000.

985 Park Lane Montecito CA

Poolside Ocean Views

There were two more beautiful Montecito homes listed for sale this week for over $2 million:

330 ASEGRA RD CARPINTERIA, CA 93013 – $3,995,000

1992 INVERNESS LN MONTECITO, CA 93108 – $3,499,000

For more info and photos for these three luxury Montecito estates, please click here.

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In the month of August seven properties sold in Montecito for over $2 million. This was significantly lower volume compared the 12 properties sold for over $2 million in Montecito in August of 2009.

The feature property for August was this elegant Mediterranean home set on 1.75 lush acres with panoramic ocean views stretching all the way from Ventura to the Harbor. This home includes luxurious spa quality finish details, pool, outdoor dining terrace, hand chiseled stone walls and a gated entrance. The selling price for this luxury Montecito estate was $6.132 million.

Montecito Luxury Mediterranean Estate

Poolside View at Montecito Glenview Estate

The second most expensive property to sell in Montecito in August was this bright contemporary estate in Montecito’s Golden Quadrangle. The most unique characteristic of this property is the central theme of Modern Art which can be found throughout the house and the surrounding gardens. The bright colors and natural light which fill every room of this home help enhance the artwork and give a sense of drama to the experience. This Montecito property sold for $6.05 million.

Montecito Contemporary Estate

Hallway Art on Display at Hot Springs Estate

Other properties sold in Montecito in August over $2 million:

591 Freehaven Dr, Montecito, CA 93108 – $2,950,000

843 Hot Springs Rd, Montecito, CA 93108- $2,650,000

2084 Alisos Dr, Montecito, CA 93108- $2,375,000

812 Alston Ln, Montecito, CA 93108- $2,300,000

2255 Featherhill Rd, Montecito, CA 93108- $2,400,000

If you’re interested in information on any of these Montecito real estate sales, or in beginning your Montecito home search, please contact Daniel Zia (805-637-7148 – Daniel@ZiaGroup.com) for additional Montecito listing details including photos, square footage, upgrades and more. Thank you for visiting the Montecito Real Estate Blog.

This week there were two new unique Montecito luxury estate properties listed.

This 3 acre mediterranean estate on West Mountain Drive features a separate guest house and artist studio which adds the option of extra income. The main house which was constructed in 2003 has 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, a gourmet kitchen, and vaulted ceilings. Beautiful ocean views, stone verandas, and a private setting make this property a really great value. The listing price is $2,395,000.

Montecito Mediterranean Estate

LIving Room at "Tres Casas"

The second new property this week is a very modern style home located on Santa Rosa Lane in Montecito. It is situated on a lush 1.3 acre lot and has an impressive 4,700 sqft of  living space with lots of bright color and natural light. The pool area and pavilion allow for a very pleasant blending of indoor and outdoor living at this luxury estate. Listed at $4,295,00.

Pool at Santa Rosa Lane

Santa Rosa Lane Modern Luxury Estate

If you’re interested in information on any of these Montecito properties, please contact Daniel Zia (805-637-7148 – Daniel@ZiaGroup.com) for additional Montecito listing details including photos, square footage, upgrades and more.

There were five new Montecito homes listed in this week above $2 million. The 2 Acre French Country Estate in Ennisbrook tops off this week’s most luxurious estate, with suburb views of the mountains and golf course. This luxury property includes a library, pub room, 2 bedroom guest house, 40 foot pool, hand hewn beams, and oak floors. Listed at $7,750,000.

Montecito French Country Estate

Mountain Luxury Estate View

Another beautiful property listed this week is this 5 acre Mediterranean Estate set in a serene and private location with unbelievable mountain and ocean views. This elegant 5,000 square foot home was built in 2002 and the quality craftsmanship is on display everywhere as you tour the open floor plan in this 5 bedroom Montecito estate home. Listed at $3,990,000.

Montecito Mediterranean Estate

Montecito Gourmet Kitchen

Other Newly Listed Montecito Properties this Week:

EAST VALLEY RD, MONTECITO- $4,995,000

TOLLIS AVE, SANTA BARBARA- $2,950,000

BELLA VISTA DR, MONTECITO- $2,650,000

If you’re interested in information on any of these Montecito properties, please contact Daniel Zia (805-637-7148 – Daniel@ZiaGroup.com) for additional Montecito listing details including photos, square footage, upgrades and more.

July 2010 saw an increase in Montecito homes sold as compared to July 2009  in the $2 million+ category. Last month included ten Montecito sales compared to seven sales in July 2009.

Among the most exclusive was this $9 million Tuscan estate built in 2008 which has full ocean, city, and mountain views. Set on 3 acres this property also includes a guest house, spa, and an infinity pool overlooking the ocean and city.

Montecito Estate

Montecito Luxury Home

Another notable property to sell in July was this brand new Spanish Colonial estate in the heart of Montecito, selling for $3,975,000. Built in 2010, “Casa Ramona” features a luxurious master suite, library, gourmet kitchen, pool, spa and a four car garage.

Casa Ramona

Pool at Casa Ramona, Montecito

Other notable Montecito home sales in July include:

1115 Hill Rd, Montecito, CA 93108 – $8.5m

1205 Hill Rd, Montecito, CA 93108- $6.5m

1813 Fernald Point, Montecito, CA 93108 – $5.1m

665 San Ysidro Rd, Montecito, CA 93108 – $4.3m

2145 Piedras Dr, Montecito, CA 93108 – $4.2m

212 Alston Rd, Montecito, CA 93108 – $2.8m

501 Hot Springs Rd, Montecito, CA 93108 – $2.375m

608 Stone Meadow Ln, Montecito, CA 93108 – $2m

If you’re interested in information on any of these Montecito real estate sales, or in beginning your Montecito home search, please contact Daniel Zia (805-637-7148 – Daniel@ZiaGroup.com) for additional Montecito listing details including photos, square footage, upgrades and more.

This week saw two Montecito real estate sales in the $4 million – $6 Million range, both for Montecito homes just over 6,000 square feet.

6,200 Square Feet on Lilac Drive ($4,740,675) – This turn key gated villa with ocean and mountain views on one of Montecito’s finest lanes sold quickly. Combining tasteful luxury with warmth and charm, this residence has beautiful rooms, generous scale and high ceilings throughout the four bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms.

Montecito Home Sale - Lilac Drive

Expansive Ocean Views on Ortega Ranch Lane ($5,644,000) – Breathtaking and unobstructed ocean views are the focal point of this exclusive five acre Ortega Ranch property with four bedrooms and a separate one bedroom guest house. This house is green, inspired by Tom Kress, and includes a solar heated pool and hot tub with water fall. The home also includes an outdoor kitchen, heated patio and bocce court.

Montecito Real Estate - Ortega Ranch Lane

For more information about Montecito Homes, continue your search with the Zia Group’s Montecito MLS search tool, where you can view photos and details of Montecito homes and Hope Ranch estates. Stay up to date with Montecito real estate sales by subscribing to the Montecito Real Estate Blog for weekly updates. Thank you for visiting the Montecito Real Estate Blog.