279 Santa Rosa Lane, Montecito, CA 93108
279 Santa Rosa Lane, Montecito, CA 93108
Property Description
Tucked at the end of a long private drive and hidden behind mature hedges in Montecito's coveted Hedgerow neighborhood, this charming single-level residence unfolds across .87 acres of lush, usable grounds just moments from the Upper & Lower Villages, beaches, trails, and MUS. The magical approach winds past agave, jacaranda, magnolia, and citrus trees before opening into a warm, character-filled home with French doors, exposed beams, hardwood and terracotta tile, fireplaces, and thoughtful updates, including a recently renovated kitchen. Gardens, patios, & expansive lawns create effortless indoor-outdoor living, while a detached guest studio offers flexibility for visitors or creative pursuits. Mountain views, mature trees & layered landscaping lend the property a quiet, storybook feel.
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Comparative Market Analysis
Luxury Tier · 4 active · 5 closed
Montecito · Single Family Residence
Listed 7.5% above the median closed sale of $5,575,000. Closed comps sold at 95% of list — buyers have negotiating leverage. Luxury tier — fewer comparable sales widen the confidence range.
Price Position
Positioned above the market — commands a premium.
Active Properties (4)
Active Comparables
| Address | City | Year | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP/SqFt | LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 605 San Ysidro Road | Santa Barbara | 1920 | 4 | 4 | 3,405 | 45,738 | $1,997 | $6.80M | 30 | 77 |
| 1157 Glenview Road | Montecito | 1980 | 4 | 4 | 4,179 | 43,996 | $1,423 | $5.95M | 99 | 61 |
| 1493 Sycamore Canyon Road | Montecito | 2006 | 5 | 8 | 4,958 | 5,909 | $1,300 | $6.44M | 159 | 35 |
| 2200 Bella Vista Drive | Montecito | 1974 | 3 | 2 | 2,116 | 924,343 | $2,717 | $5.75M | 664 | 29 |
| Total: 4 · Average | 4.0 | 4.5 | 3,664.5 | 254,996.5 | $1,859.25 | $6.24M | 238 | |||
| Median | 4,179 | $6.44M | ||||||||
Closed Properties (5)
Closed Comparables
| Address | City | Year | Date | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP | SP | SP/SqFt | SP/LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1399 School House Road | Santa Barbara | 1992 | 12/04/2025 | 5 | 5 | 3,637 | 40,511 | $6.95M | $6.63M | $1,822 | 0.95 | 152 | 66 |
| 2010 Birnam Wood Drive | Santa Barbara | 1991 | 06/09/2026 | 4 | 6 | 4,166 | 21,344 | $7.45M | $6.89M | $1,655 | 0.93 | 106 | 65 |
| 921 El Rancho Road | Santa Barbara | 1971 | 06/24/2026 | 3 | 3 | 2,234 | 27,878 | $5.39M | $5.20M | $2,325 | 0.96 | 29 | 61 |
| 135 Pomar Lane | Santa Barbara | 1973 | 10/30/2026 | 3 | 3 | 2,360 | 20,473 | $5.50M | $5.30M | $2,246 | 0.96 | 73 | 61 |
| 2141 Ten Acre Road | Santa Barbara | 1979 | 04/16/2026 | 3 | 5 | 3,446 | 56,628 | $5.95M | $5.58M | $1,618 | 0.94 | 69 | 54 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 3.6 | 4.4 | 3,168.6 | 33,366.8 | $5.92M | $5.92M | $1,933.2 | — | 85.8 | ||||
| Median | 3,446 | $5.58M | $5.58M | ||||||||||
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This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.