1835 Santa Monica Rd

Carpinteria, CA 93013

$8,000,000
Last Sold Price
7
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Description

Set within the exclusive gated enclave of Rancho Monte Alegre, Black Opal Ranch is a 21-acre coastal compound with sweeping ocean, island, and mountain views. A true homage to a bygone era, the ranch remains a working avocado orchard and retains its original agricultural charm. Meandering through the grounds, you'll discover historic gardens, a weathered barn, a rustic bunkhouse, and the former lemon packing house, transformed by Lutah Riggs into an enchanting residence. Timeless farmworker dwellings...Set within the exclusive gated enclave of Rancho Monte Alegre, Black Opal Ranch is a 21-acre coastal compound with sweeping ocean, island, and mountain views. A true homage to a bygone era, the ranch remains a working avocado orchard and retains its original agricultural charm. Meandering through the grounds, you'll discover historic gardens, a weathered barn, a rustic bunkhouse, and the former lemon packing house, transformed by Lutah Riggs into an enchanting residence. Timeless farmworker dwellings still stand, whispering stories of the land's storied past. Whether envisioned as an equestrian haven, an agricultural retreat, or a legacy family compound estate, Black Opal Ranch is your opportunity to a own a remarkable chapter in the living history of Carpinteria and Santa Barbara.

Listing Agent

  1. Luke Ebbin

    Luke Ebbin

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01488213

    P: (805)-705-2152

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Property Details for 1835 Santa Monica Road

Property Information:Within City Limits
No
Zoning
AG-I-10
Zoning:Other
Yes
Location Info:Cross Street
Foothill
Architectural Style
Farm House
Property Information:Recurring Fees
No
LISTING UPDATED: 10/15/2025 11:51 AM

Property Details for 1835 Santa Monica Road

StatusClosed
MLS #25-3258
Days on Market47
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1900
Lot Size21.07 AC / 917,809 SF
CountySanta Barbara County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Luke Ebbin, DRE #01488213

Sold By Douglas Elliman of California, Inc., Jason Streatfeild, DRE #01834496

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Building Information for 1835 Santa Monica Road

Stories-Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size21.07 AC / 917,809 SF

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$45,320 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$39,865

Property Taxes

$5,455

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 1835 Santa Monica Road

Details
Features
  • District: 05 - CARPINTERIA-SUMMERLAND
  • District: 05 - CARPINTERIA-SUMMERLAND
  • Fireplace(s):Patio: Uncovered
  • Roof: Composition
  • Rooms: Workshop, Patio Open, Walk-In Closet, Primary Bedroom, Family Room, Living Room, Dining Area, Dining Room, Barn, Basement, Stable, Other
  • Rooms:Den: No
  • View:Ocean: Yes
  • View:Mountain(s): Yes
  • View:Setting: Yes
  • View:Panoramic: Yes
  • View:Islands: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Heating: Other
  • View: Mountain, Islands, Ocean, Setting, Panoramic
  • Other Structures: Other, Shed, Barn, Stable, Work Shop, Packing Shed, Foreman's House, Employee Quarters
  • Cooling: None
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Room Total: 0
  • Pool: No
  • Year Built Numeric: 1900
  • Other Buildings:Shed: Yes
  • Other Buildings:Barn: Yes
  • Other Buildings:Stable: Yes
  • Other Buildings:Work Shop: Yes
  • Other Buildings:Packing Shed: Yes
  • Other Buildings:Foreman's House: Yes
  • Other Buildings:Employee Quarters: Yes
  • Other Buildings:Other: Yes
  • Other Buildings:Second Residence: Yes
  • Building Area Total: 0.0
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: Yes
  • Parcel Number: 155-170-059
  • Association Fee: $174.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Condo/Co-op/PUD
  • CondoCO-OPPUD:Association Fee: $174.00
Room Info
Room Info
  • Total Bathrooms: 5.00
  • Total Half Baths: 0
  • Bedrooms Total: 7
  • Total Full Baths: 5
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 5.00
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 5.00
Location Info
Location Info
  • Directions: CALL LISTING AGENT. Foothill Rd. Left on Santa Monica Rd to Rancho Monte Alegre Main Gate.
  • Location Info:Compass Map: Carpinteria
  • Location Info:Map Grid: F4
  • LocationTopo:Combo: Yes
  • Number Of Units Buildings: 7
Neighborhood/Schools
  • Elementary School: Other
  • Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • High School: S.B. Sr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools:Elementary School: Other
  • NeighborhoodSchools:Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools:High School: S.B. Sr.
Property / Assessor Information
Property / Assessor Info
  • Site Improvements:Private: Yes
  • Site Improvements:Paved: Yes
  • Site Improvements:Underground Util: Yes
  • Reports Available:TDS: Yes
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 917809.2
  • Lot Size Area: 21.07
  • Lot Size Acres: 21.07
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type Label: Residential
  • Property Information:Realtor.com Type: Residential: Single Family
  • Property Information:Year Built: 1900.0
  • Property Information:Source: Other/See Remarks
  • Property Information:ADU: No
Utility Info
  • WaterSewer:Carp Wtr: Yes
  • WaterSewer:Pvt Well In: Yes
  • WaterSource: Private, Carp Wtr
  • Utilities: Underground Util

Property History for 1835 Santa Monica Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 15, 2025

Sold

Ojai Valley Board of REALTORS #224843

$8,000,000—
Oct 15, 2025

Sold

CRMLS #25584893

$8,000,000—
Oct 15, 2025

Sold

CLAW #25584893

$8,000,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/15/2025

Sold

Ojai Valley Board of REALTORS #224843

$8,000,000
10/15/2025

Sold

CRMLS #25584893

$8,000,000
10/15/2025

Sold

CLAW #25584893

$8,000,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1835 Santa Monica Road

Taxable ValueLand$5,562,427Additions$597,580Total$6,160,007
Tax Record2025$65,462 ($5,455 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt3,996 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,996 SqFtLot Size917,809 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous Vacant LandYear Built1900CountySANTA BARBARAAPN155-170-059Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1835 Santa Monica Road

This home is within Carpinteria Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Aliso Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Carpinteria Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Carpinteria Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
Carpinteria Family School
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Aliso Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Carpinteria Middle School
Public6 to 8

Carpinteria Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Carpinteria Family School
PublicK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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