1445 School House Road, MONTECITO, CA 93108, MONTECITO, 93108 - 4 bed, 4 bath
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MONTECITO, CA 93108
This Rare Montecito Development Estate is a High-Potential Investment Opportunity listed at $6,695,000—positioned well below the $6,917,414 Fair Market Value by 3%. This valuation gap provides $222,414 in Instant Equity for a buyer ready to capitalize on the ±1.93-acre lot's significant upside. Featuring Mountain Views, a Pool, and a Condition Rating of 6, the property is a prime candidate for a total rebuild. With conceptual plans for a ~5,864 sqft residence plus an ADU, this is a premier acquisition for Luxury Developers or Owner-Builders seeking a custom legacy compound.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 1445 School House Road Subject | $6,695,000* List Price | 4 | 4 | 2,103 | $3,289 | - |
A 1445 School House Road Active | $6,995,000 List Price | 4 | 4 | 2,103 | $3,326 | 0.0 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is land value only, full reconstruction required.
Built in 1947 and on the market for the first time in 50 years, this property is explicitly marketed as a development opportunity rather than a move-in ready home. The listing description focuses on the potential to 'rebuild/replace' the existing structure with a primary residence nearly triple the current size, supported by conceptual architectural plans. The current improvements are significantly dated, and the multi-million dollar valuation is derived from the nearly 2-acre lot in a prime Montecito location rather than the condition of the legacy structures.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 84071, living area = 2103.
The property offers a rare opportunity to rebuild a primary residence up to ~5,864 sqft, plus an ADU and additional accessory buildings, supported by a recent land-use review and conceptual architectural plans.
Situated on nearly 2 acres in the heart of Montecito, this legacy parcel features mature oaks, a seasonal stream, and mountain views, providing exceptional privacy and a serene natural setting.
Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 4, other record bedroom count = 3.
The current 1947 structure is modest in size and likely requires a complete teardown or extensive renovation to meet modern luxury standards, necessitating significant additional capital investment.
Realizing the full development potential requires navigating complex Montecito building codes and verifying the legal status of non-conforming structures with the County and MBAR.
First time on the market in 50 years. Discover this rare, secluded ±1.93 acre estate on Schoolhouse Rd in the heart of Montecito, framed by mature oaks, a seasonal stream, mountain views, & a pool. Existing ±2,103-sqft 3BD/2.5BA main home plus 400-sqft legacy guest house studio over a detached 2-car garage. Per recent land-use review: rebuild/replace with a primary residence up to ~5,864 sqft (+~800 sqft attached garage); add one ADU up to ~1,200 sqft; & up to ~1,445 sqft of detached accessory buildings (e.g. artist studio, cabana, pool house). The unusual combination of a legal non-conforming guest house + a future ADU may be possible (buyer to verify with County/MBAR). Conceptual architectural plans for this legacy parcel is ready for its next chapter. Your Dream Montecito Estate Await
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 4.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 4.0 | 4.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 2,103 | 3,601 | 24% |
| Lot Size | 84,071 | 40,293.1 | 91% |
| Price | $6.70M | $5.31M | 64% |
| Price per sq ft | $3.2K | $1.7K | 94% |
| Built year | 1947 | 1980 | 11% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 13 | 238 | 1% |
Apr 9, 2026
$6,695,000
Initial Listing