
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93108
This Architect-Designed Estate represents the most accessible entry point into the exclusive Birnam Wood Golf Club, listed at $6,995,000. While the price exceeds the $6,327,330 Fair Market Value, it remains the community's lowest-priced residence, offering rare value in a high-demand enclave. Boasting a Good Condition Rating, the R.H. Donnelley Erdman masterpiece features soaring ceilings, mountain views, and a 1.3-acre lot. This Single-Level Sanctuary provides exceptional privacy and fairway vistas, making it the ideal acquisition for Luxury Homeowners or Architecture Enthusiasts.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 2155 Birnam Wood Drive Subject | $5,995,000* List Price | 3 | 3 | 3,350 | $1,790 | - |
A 2141 Ten Acre Road Pending | $5,950,000 List Price | 3 | 5 | 3,446 | $1,727 | 0.1 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is move-in ready.
Built in 2001, this architect-designed residence is in move-in ready condition and has been exceptionally well-maintained. The kitchen features high-end stainless steel appliances, stone countertops, and modern cabinetry that remain stylish and functional. The home boasts soaring ceilings, premium wood flooring, and updated light fixtures throughout. While the property is over 20 years old, its architectural quality and lack of deferred maintenance align with the 'good' condition category, as it requires no immediate renovations.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 56628, living area = 3350.
As the lowest-priced residence within the prestigious guard-gated Birnam Wood Golf Club, this property offers a rare and competitive entry point into one of Montecito's most exclusive enclaves.
Designed by renowned architect R.H. Donnelley Erdman as his personal masterpiece, the home features superior craftsmanship, soaring ceilings, and a thoughtful single-level layout that maximizes natural light.
Built in 2001, the interior finishes and systems may require cosmetic or functional updates to meet the ultra-luxury standards expected by contemporary buyers in this price bracket.
With only three bedrooms for a 3,350-square-foot home, the floor plan may be restrictive for larger families or those requiring multiple guest suites and dedicated office spaces.
Designed by R.H. Donnelley Erdman as his own private residence and never before publicly offered, this south-facing Birnam Wood estate represents something genuinely rare: the architect's own vision, built for himself, on 1.3 acres of fairway and mountain-view land inside one of Montecito's most coveted guard-gated communities. Offered at one of the lowest price points currently available inside Birnam Wood Golf Club -- this is a compelling entry into a community where properties routinely trade above 8 million. From the moment you enter, the home announces its pedigree. Soaring ceilings draw the eye upward while solid-core oversized doors with superior hardware ground the space in quiet confidence. Nuanced details about as you walk the hardwood floors which run throughout the communal areas, connecting a thoughtfully composed floor plan that flows from formal living to a chef's kitchen open to sun-drenched breakfast areas -- all on a single level. The 1.3-acre parcel is positioned to capture both Santa Ynez mountain views and fairway outlooks, with the added privacy of placement near the community's secondary gate -- a practical luxury that allows easy access without traversing the full club grounds. The lot itself is generous, usable, and largely flat, a distinction that is far from guaranteed inside Birnam Wood's varied terrain. The Birnam Wood Golf Club lifestyle surrounds the home: Robert Trent Jones Sr.'s celebrated 18-hole course, six tennis courts, pickleball, fitness center, clubhouse dining with delivery, guest cottages for visiting family, and 24-hour guard-gated security. Membership is required and conveys with purchase. First offered publicly since its 2001 completion. Rarely does a property at this address carry this price and this story simultaneously.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 4.0 | 47% |
| Baths | 3.0 | 4.0 | 33% |
| Square foot | 3,350 | 3,601 | 43% |
| Lot Size | 56,628 | 40,293.1 | 78% |
| Price | $6.00M | $5.31M | 58% |
| Price per sq ft | $1.8K | $1.7K | 55% |
| Built year | 2001 | 1981 | 84% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 205 | 238 | 38% |
Apr 19, 2026
$5,995,000
$6,995,000
-14% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Sep 29, 2025
$6,995,000
Initial Listing
Oct 9, 1998
$600,000
Public Record
Apr 11, 1996
$400,000
Public Record