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145 Butterfly Ln, Santa Barbara, CA, 93108

6beds
6baths
4,997sqft
$7,450,000
$1,491price/sqft
$46,504/moest. monthly cost
$1,860,160/yrincome needed

About This Home

Perfectly positioned on coveted Butterfly Lane just moments from Coast Village Road and Butterfly Beach, this beautifully remodeled Montecito retreat captures the essence of relaxed coastal living. The main residence offers 4 bedrooms and 4.5 baths in a light-filled, open layout designed for effortless indoor-outdoor flow. Vaulted ceilings, wide-plank floors, and refined finishes create a warm, modern aesthetic throughout. The spacious primary suite features dual walk-in closets and a spa-inspired bath with soaking tub and walk-in shower. A generous media/game room with built-in bar adds flexible living space ideal for entertaining. The chef's kitchen, complete with marble countertops, custom cabinetry, and premium appliances, opens seamlessly to the outdoor entertaining areas. Bi-fold doors lead to a private, low-maintenance backyard oasis with lush yet easy-care landscaping, built-in BBQ kitchen, dining terrace, fire feature, and multiple lounging spaces--perfect for year-round gatherings. A detached 2-bedroom, 1-bath guest cottage with its own parking provides a private retreat for visitors, extended family, or additional work-from-home flexibility. Set behind mature greenery for exceptional privacy, yet just a block from Montecito's most desirable destinations, this turnkey property offers the ideal blend of sophistication, comfort, and location. Located within the highly sought-after Montecito Union School District.

Getting Around

63
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
27
TransitSome Transit
81
BikeVery Bikeable

Schools

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Updated/Remodeled,Excellent
  • Year built: 1920

Materials

  • Foundation: Mixed
  • Roof: Composition

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Traditional,Craftsman
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Gas Range,Gas Cooktop,Water Softener Owned
  • Laundry features: Laundry Room

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Bathrooms: 6
  • Full bathrooms: 5
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Cathedral Ceiling(s),Smart Thermostat
  • Fireplace features: Living Room,Primary Bedroom,Patio
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Zoned
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 4,997
  • Total interior livable area: 4,997 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 009221001
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Tri-Level
  • Patio & porch: Patio
  • Exterior features: Lawn

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.29 Acres

Parking

  • Total spaces: 5
  • Parking features: Garage,Inside Entrance,Attached
  • Attached garage spaces: 3
  • Covered spaces: 3
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
  • Uncovered spaces: 2

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Landslide
    LandslideModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Earthquake
Inland Flooding
Landslide

FEMA Declared Disasters in Santa Barbara County and California

Earthquake
Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Ice Storm
Severe Storm
Snowstorm
Straight Line Winds
Tornado
Tropical Storm
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $37,671$452,052
Home Insurance *$865$10,380
Property Taxes $6,897$82,764
Electricity $1,071$12,858
Total$46,504$558,048
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$1,594,422/yr
40% on housing$1,395,120/yr
45% on housing$1,240,106/yr

California FAIR Plan Programs

California FAIR Plan Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
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Current Policies
Residential: 417,310Commercial: 13,990
Total Premiums$1.42B
Total Exposure$429.84B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.2%
8.2%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.3%
4.3%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.6%
1.6%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$1,491This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 93108$2,283
Santa Barbara County$1,073

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 93108$1,778
Santa Barbara County$735

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-03-24Price change$7,895,000
2026-03-02Listed for sale$8,295,000
2025-04-09Sold$6,850,000
2025-03-08Pending sale$6,775,000
2025-02-21Listed for sale$6,775,000
2024-05-24Sold$3,800,000
2024-05-13Pending sale$3,800,000
2024-04-23Contingent$3,800,000
2024-04-23Pending sale$3,800,000
2024-04-23Listed for sale$3,800,000
2011-09-30Sold$2,775,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentAmanda Lee
BrokerageThe Agency

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