Modern Hilltop Retreat with Iconic Views .
Resting above Montecito on a private, gated knoll, this sleek contemporary home boasts panoramic views of the Pacific, Channel Islands, and Santa Barbara harbor. Recently remodeled with clean lines and a modern aesthetic, the 2-bed, 2-bath main residence offers seamless indoor-outdoor living, with floor-to-ceiling glass framing every sunset. Expansive decks invite cocktails or quiet mornings above the clouds.
A detached 1-bed guest retreat with living room/office provides stylish space for visitors or creative work. Timeless design meets cinematic views, delivering sophistication, privacy, and world-class beauty.
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$5,427,000
125 W Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
3beds
2,880sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2006
6.05 Acres Lot
$5,449,900 Zestimate®
$1,884/sqft
$16,000 Estimated rent
Home value
$5,449,900
$4.90M - $6.05M
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Timeless designCinematic viewsPrivate gated knollSleek contemporary homeSeamless indoor-outdoor living
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ron Brand 01466064 805-455-5045,
Compass,
Arthur Kalayjian 01908920 805-455-1379,
Compass
Bought with:
Zia Group, 01710544
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 25-3123
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Radiant Floor
Cooling
- Other
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Electric Cooktop
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,880
- Total interior livable area: 2,880 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Single Story
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Fruit Trees, Drought Tolerant LND
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Islands, Coastline, Ocean, Setting, Harbor, Panoramic
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Islands,Coastline,Ocean,Harbor
Lot
- Size: 6.05 Acres
- Features: Mountain
- Topography: Mountain, Hilly
Details
- Additional structures: Other
- Parcel number: 021061022
- Zoning: A-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal,Flat
Condition
- Excellent
- Year built: 2006
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Mont Wtr
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Santa Barbara
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,884/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,901,461
- Annual tax amount: $30,858
- Date on market: 8/19/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 220 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Exclusions: Other
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/4/2026 | Sold | $5,427,000-5.5%$1,884/sqft |
Source:  SBMLS #25-3123 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2026 | Contingent | $5,745,000$1,995/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #25-3123 Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2026 | Price change | $5,745,000-4.2%$1,995/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #25-3123 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2025 | Price change | $5,995,000-6.1%$2,082/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #25-3123 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $6,385,000+155.4%$2,217/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #25-3123 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2017 | Sold | $2,500,000-7.2%$868/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #17-552 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2017 | Pending sale | $2,695,000$936/sqft |
Source: BHHS California Properties #17-552 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2017 | Listed for sale | $2,695,000-3.6%$936/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway Home Services California Properties #17-552 Report a problem | ||
| 12/20/2016 | Listing removed | $2,795,000$970/sqft |
Source: BHHS California Properties #16-976521 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2016 | Price change | $2,795,000-3.5%$970/sqft |
Source: BHHS California Properties #16-152 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2016 | Price change | $2,895,000-1.9%$1,005/sqft |
Source: BHHS California Properties #16-152 Report a problem | ||
| 1/19/2016 | Listed for sale | $2,950,000$1,024/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway Home Services California Properties #16-152 Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/2015 | Listing removed | $9,500$3/sqft |
Source: RPM Santa Barbara Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2015 | Price change | $9,500-1%$3/sqft |
Source: RPM Santa Barbara Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2015 | Listed for rent | $9,600$3/sqft |
Source: RPM Santa Barbara Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $30,858 +1.8% | $2,901,461 +2% |
| 2024 | $30,327 +1.9% | $2,844,571 +2% |
| 2023 | $29,773 +1.8% | $2,788,796 +2% |
| 2022 | $29,259 +2.4% | $2,734,115 +2% |
| 2021 | $28,584 +1% | $2,680,505 +1% |
| 2020 | $28,289 +1.8% | $2,653,020 +2% |
| 2019 | $27,795 +1.4% | $2,601,000 +2% |
| 2018 | $27,399 +3.7% | $2,550,000 +2% |
| 2017 | $26,421 +8.3% | $2,500,000 +7.7% |
| 2016 | $24,385 +11.3% | $2,321,000 +2% |
| 2015 | $21,901 | $2,275,000 +10% |
| 2014 | $21,901 | $2,068,000 +10% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,880,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $1,880,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $1,880,000 -19% |
| 2009 | -- | $2,319,837 +0.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $2,309,350 +0.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $2,294,069 +61.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,424,088 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Cielito
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Cleveland Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 1.7 mi
- 3/10Santa Barbara Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2 mi
- 6/10Santa Barbara Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cleveland
- Middle: S.B. Jr.
- High: S.B. Sr.
Source: SBMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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