
MONTECITO, CA 93108
This Pristine Montecito Estate is a Prime Investment Opportunity listed at $12,250,000—positioned well below the $12,608,436 Fair Market Value by 2%. This valuation provides $358,436 in Instant Equity for a property in Meticulous Condition. Known as "The Bedford House," the one-acre sanctuary features Mountain Views, a professional Wolf Kitchen, and separate Guest Quarters. The gated grounds offer ultimate privacy with citrus groves and a wraparound porch. This is an unparalleled lifestyle acquisition for Luxury Lifestyle Seekers or Owner-Occupants demanding turnkey excellence.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 1650 E Valley Road Subject | $12,250,000* List Price | 7 | 6 | 4,764 | $2,647 | - |
A 1381 E Valley Road Active | $12,250,000 List Price | 5 | 7 | 4,032 | $3,038 | 0.8 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
While originally built in 2002, the property has been meticulously maintained and extensively updated to meet modern luxury standards. The kitchen is equipped with high-end professional appliances (Wolf range), custom cabinetry, and premium stone countertops. Bathrooms feature high-quality marble flooring and vanities with designer fixtures. The home showcases superior finishes throughout, including coffered ceilings, hardwood floors, and updated recessed lighting. The outdoor living area, featuring a stone fireplace and full outdoor kitchen, appears recently constructed or renovated, showing no signs of physical depreciation.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 43560, living area = 4764.
The one-acre estate features manicured gardens, citrus groves, and dual-gate access to Live Oak Rd, providing an exceptional level of privacy and outdoor utility in a prime Montecito location.
Beyond the 5-bedroom main residence, the property includes magnificent guest quarters with beautifully appointed living spaces, making it ideal for multi-generational living or hosting long-term visitors.
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 4764, other record living area = 6129. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 7, other record bedroom count = 6.
With a list price of $12.25M for approximately 4,764 square feet, the property commands a significant premium of over $2,500 per square foot, which may challenge value-driven buyers.
Situated on East Valley Road, a primary Montecito thoroughfare, the estate may be subject to more ambient road noise than properties located on quieter, secondary residential streets.
A Legacy Begins. The Bedford House is where memories are made. Mornings begin in the gardens picking citrus and tending vegetable beds, then long afternoons drift into dinner by the fireplace on the covered porch. Passing through the front gates and along manicured hedges, the estate unfolds into its own private world w another back gate opening to Live Oak Rd. Expansive lawns, fragrant plantings, and sunlit spaces invite both celebration and quiet adventure. The 5BD main residence is warm and welcoming, opening to a wraparound porch made for gathering. The magnificent guest quarters, with beautifully appointed living spaces, offers a rare kind of closeness, where family comes to stay, not just visit. Effortless, enduring, and deeply loved--The Bedford House is a home for every season.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 7.0 | 4.0 | 97% |
| Baths | 6.0 | 4.0 | 81% |
| Square foot | 4,764 | 3,601 | 84% |
| Lot Size | 43,560 | 40,075.199 | 56% |
| Price | $12.25M | $5.30M | 91% |
| Price per sq ft | $2.6K | $1.7K | 89% |
| Built year | 2002 | 1981 | 85% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 21 | 239 | 1% |
Apr 1, 2026
$12,250,000
Initial Listing
Sep 12, 2005
$850,000
Public Record