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1067 E Mountain Drive, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93108, SANTA BARBARA, 93108 - 3 bed, 1 bath

1067 E Mountain Drive, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93108 home-pic-0
ACTIVE$2,895,000/sqft
1067 E Mountain Drive, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93108
3Beds
1Bath
Sqft
45,738Lot

Price Vs. Estimate

Estimation data not available

Key pros and cons

Top Pros:
High Available Lot Utilization: The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 45738, living area = 1104.
Top Cons:
Recently Sold Property: The property was recently sold within the past year on 2025-11-21. The sold price is $2,600,000.00.

Compared to the nearby listings

Price:$2.90M vs avg $6.00M ($-3,105,000)20%
Size: sqft vs avg 2,795 sqft25%
Price/sqft:$0 vs avg $1.4K36%

More Insights

Built in 1955 (71 years old).
Condition: Despite being built in 1955, the property presents as move-in ready due to significant recent updates. The kitchen features modern stainless steel appliances, contemporary distressed-look cabinetry, and clean white countertops. The single bathroom has also been updated with a modern vanity, fixtures, and tiling. Throughout the main living areas and bedrooms, there is consistent, clean tile flooring, and the home benefits from modern mini-split AC units. While the listing description notes it as an 'Older Home Requiring Modernization,' this likely refers to its modest size and single bathroom for a 3-bedroom layout, rather than the condition of the existing, updated interior spaces.
Year Built
1955
Close
-
List price
$2.9M
Original List price
-
Price/Sqft
$0
HOA
$0
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
25-2894
Home ConditionGood
Features
Patio
View-

About this home

Tucked beneath a canopy of old-growth oaks and embraced by the calm of nature, 1067 East Mountain Drive is a rare find in Montecito. Set on 1.05 acres, this charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath cottage feels like a storybook retreat. With just over 1,100 square feet, the home offers an intimate and peaceful lifestyle with tons of potential to grow. Sunlight streams through the trees and lands softly on the open, level spaces—perfect for gardening, entertaining, or expanding your dream home. The outdoor sauna, nestled in the natural landscape, invites daily moments of calm and restoration. It's the kind of place where you spend weekends barefoot, soaking in the surroundings, and evenings listening to birdsong with the windows open. Located minutes from Montecito's Upper Village and beloved trailheads, this home is close to everything yet feels worlds away. Enjoy quick access to Lotusland, San Ysidro Ranch, and some of Montecito's most iconic destinations. Best of all, it's located within the highly sought-after Cold Spring School District. Whether you're looking to keep it cozy or expand the footprint, this property offers a unique opportunity to create your personal haven in one of the most beautiful corners of California.

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The Easter Team
Listing Agent

Price History

Date
Event
Price
11/21/25
Sold
$2,600,000
04/15/21
Sold
$2,130,000
02/11/16
Sold
$1,350,000
Condition Rating
Good
Despite being built in 1955, the property presents as move-in ready due to significant recent updates. The kitchen features modern stainless steel appliances, contemporary distressed-look cabinetry, and clean white countertops. The single bathroom has also been updated with a modern vanity, fixtures, and tiling. Throughout the main living areas and bedrooms, there is consistent, clean tile flooring, and the home benefits from modern mini-split AC units. While the listing description notes it as an 'Older Home Requiring Modernization,' this likely refers to its modest size and single bathroom for a 3-bedroom layout, rather than the condition of the existing, updated interior spaces.
Pros & Cons

Pros

High Available Lot Utilization: The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 45738, living area = 1104.
Prime Montecito Location: Situated in a highly desirable Montecito location, offering exclusivity, tranquility, and convenient access to the Upper Village, iconic landmarks like Lotusland and San Ysidro Ranch, and local trailheads.
Expansive & Usable Lot: Features a generous 1.05-acre lot with open, level spaces, ideal for gardening, outdoor entertaining, or future development.
Significant Expansion Potential: The property presents substantial potential to expand the existing footprint, allowing for the creation of a larger, custom dream home on the spacious lot.
Top-Tier School District: Located within the highly sought-after Cold Spring School District, a significant draw for families seeking excellent educational opportunities.
Serene Natural Setting: Nestled under old-growth oaks, providing a peaceful, private, and nature-embraced living environment.

Cons

Recently Sold Property: The property was recently sold within the past year on 2025-11-21. The sold price is $2,600,000.00.
Modest Living Space: The existing cottage offers a relatively small living area of just over 1,100 square feet, which may be restrictive for some buyers, especially given the large lot size.
Limited Bathroom Count: The property features only one bathroom for three bedrooms, which is a significant functional limitation and may require immediate consideration for expansion or renovation.
Older Home Requiring Modernization: Built in 1955, the charming cottage likely requires significant interior modernization and updates to meet contemporary living standards and maximize its value in the Montecito market.
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