Grand G.W. Smith Spanish Colonial Revival estate set on approximately 1.40± acres in the heart of Montecito. Originally built between 1922 and 1925 & thoughtfully restored, the residence blends historic character w/ modern comforts. A circular gated motor court w/ fountain and lush plantings sets the stage. The main residence offers 6 bedroom suites, including a grand entry-level primary w/ spa-like bath & dressing areas, plus 5 additional ensuite bedrooms and office. Living room w/ beamed ceilings, fireplace, & French doors opens to sun-filled terraces. Great room kitchen w/ center island & pantry adjoins the family room, while formal dining connects to wine cellar. Resort-style grounds feature manicured lawns, mature trees, pool, patios, mountain views, private well, & backup generator.
Active
$19,995,000
1284 Mesa Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
6beds
8,332sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1922
1.4 Acres Lot
$18,249,200 Zestimate®
$2,400/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Sun-filled terraces
- 96 days |
- 1,671 |
- 95 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Crysta Metzger 01340521 805-453-8700,
Sotheby's International Realty
Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 26-811
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 9
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gravity
Appliances
- Included: Trash Compactor, Refrigerator, Built-In Gas Range, Built-In Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Parquet, Tile
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Family Room, Dining Room, Patio
Interior area
- Total structure area: 8,332
- Total interior livable area: 8,332 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, Storage, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Lawn, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation T/O, Yard Irrigation PRT
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Outdoor Pool
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: SPA-Outside
- Fencing: Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Setting
Lot
- Size: 1.4 Acres
- Features: Level
- Topography: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 009170045
- Zoning: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Spanish,Estate
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab, Raised, Mixed
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Excellent
- Year built: 1922
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
- Sewer: Sewer Hookup
- Water: Private, Mont Wtr
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Santa Barbara
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $2,400/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $15,085,800
- Annual tax amount: $157,131
- Date on market: 3/16/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 97 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
Estimated market value
$18,249,200
$17.34M - $19.16M
$7,771/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $19,995,000-9.1%$2,400/sqft |
Source:  SBMLS #26-811 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2025 | Listing removed | $21,995,000$2,640/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #25-2755 Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $21,995,000+51.7%$2,640/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #25-2755 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2022 | Sold | $14,500,000-9.1%$1,740/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #22-3448 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: SBMLS #22-827 Report a problem | ||
| 3/17/2022 | Listed for sale | $15,950,000+89.9%$1,914/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #22-827 Report a problem | ||
| 1/10/2015 | Sold | $8,400,000-30%$1,008/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #15-95 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2009 | Listing removed | $11,995,000$1,440/sqft |
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| 3/29/2009 | Listed for sale | $11,995,000$1,440/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $157,131 +1.9% | $15,085,800 +2% |
| 2024 | $154,241 +1.9% | $14,790,000 +2% |
| 2023 | $151,374 +48.1% | $14,500,000 +49.2% |
| 2022 | $102,241 +2.2% | $9,716,255 +2.1% |
| 2021 | $100,006 +2% | $9,516,721 +2.1% |
| 2020 | $98,032 +3.3% | $9,321,087 +3% |
| 2019 | $94,942 +2% | $9,050,086 +2% |
| 2018 | $93,111 +1.8% | $8,872,634 +2% |
| 2017 | $91,456 +3.1% | $8,698,662 +2% |
| 2016 | $88,696 +48.7% | $8,528,100 +47.1% |
| 2015 | $59,655 | $5,799,049 +2% |
| 2014 | $59,655 | $5,685,455 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $5,548,786 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $5,439,988 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $5,399,332 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $5,412,160 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $5,306,040 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $5,202,000 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $5,100,000 +93.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $2,633,247 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $2,534,301 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $2,484,610 +3.3% |
| 2001 | -- | $2,404,894 +4.3% |
| 2000 | -- | $2,304,799 |
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Neighborhood: 93108
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Montecito Union SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.7 mi
- NASanta Barbara Unified Early ChildhoodGrades: Distance: 2.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mont Union
- Middle: S.B. Jr.
- High: S.B. Sr.
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