2609 Montrose Pl, Santa Barbara, CA, 93105
About This Home
Perched in a picturesque setting, this single-level ranch-style home is thoughtfully designed to capture sweeping mountain, ocean, and island views from nearly every angle, creating a breathtaking backdrop for everyday living. Updated in 2025, the home's seamless layout is perfectly suited for both entertaining and relaxed coastal living, with floor-to-ceiling bi-fold doors that seamlessly extend the interior to a spacious patio complete with an outdoor kitchen, fireplace, and pizza oven. The open concept kitchen features a Wolf range, Sub-Zero wine refrigerator, an island with seating, and a pass-through window that extends the kitchen to an outdoor counter blending elevated style with everyday functionality. Offering four bedrooms and two bathrooms, the primary suite is situated on it's own wing, offering a peaceful retreat with sweeping mountain and ocean views. Modern amenities include heated floors in the primary suite bathroom, Tesla solar with battery and universal in-garage charging station, and new HVAC system enhancing both efficiency and convenience. The grounds are equally impressive, with lush landscaping, a sprawling lawn, fruit trees including apple, guava, peach, and nectarine, and vegetable beds. Ample parking is provided by a two-car garage and a circular driveway. Ideally located near scenic hiking trails, the Santa Barbara Botanical Gardens, and Santa Barbara Mission, this home embodies the very best of Santa Barbara living, where comfort, beauty, and lifestyle come together in effortless harmony.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
No Nearby Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Excellent
- Year built: 1963
Materials
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Laundry features: In Garage
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Fireplace features: Family Room,Gas,Patio
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,027
- Total interior livable area: 2,027 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 023113007
- Zoning: R-1
Features
- Levels: Single Story
- Patio & porch: Patio,Covered
- Exterior features: Lawn,Fruit Trees,Yard Irrigation PRT
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s),Islands,Ocean,City,Panoramic
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Islands,Ocean
- Topography of land: Hilly, Level
Lot
- Lot size: 0.25 Acres
- Features: Level
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Garage,RV Access/Parking,Inside Entrance,Attached,Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 5
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
- Landslide
- Wildfire
- Earthquake
- Inland Flooding
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Santa Barbara County and California
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $15,144 | $181,728 |
| Home Insurance * | $337 | $4,044 |
| Property Taxes | $2,648 | $31,776 |
| Electricity | $434 | $5,215 |
| Total | $18,563 | $222,756 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
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.
Comparing Against the Market
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vs Other Active Listings
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Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-13 | Listed for sale | $3,150,000 |
| 2023-10-30 | Sold | $2,070,000 |
| 2023-10-08 | Pending sale | $2,099,000 |
| 2023-09-24 | Listed for sale | $2,099,000 |
| 2023-08-25 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2023-08-21 | Price change | $2,175,000 |
| 2023-08-09 | Price change | $2,299,000 |
| 2023-05-04 | Price change | $2,349,000 |
| 2023-05-02 | Pending sale | $2,470,000 |
| 2023-04-20 | Price change | $2,470,000 |
| 2023-03-08 | Listed for sale | $2,495,000 |
| 2023-02-23 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2023-02-13 | Price change | $2,749,000 |
| 2023-02-09 | Listed for sale | $2,995,000 |
| 2000-06-15 | Sold | $515,000 |
For Sale by Agent
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