1988 Inverness Ln

2,896 Sq. Ft.
$3,451 / Sq. Ft.
2,896
Sq. Ft.
$3,451
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Set within Montecito's guard-gated Birnam Wood community, 1988 Inverness Lane is a striking mid-century modern residence designed by Robert Garland in his signature indoor-outdoor style. Spanning a measured 2,896 sqft, the home features three bedrooms and flowing entertaining spaces that envelop a private courtyard and pool. The 1,254 sqft private interior courtyard further extends the seamless living and entertaining areas. High ceilings and expansive walls of glass welcome natural light while framing...Set within Montecito's guard-gated Birnam Wood community, 1988 Inverness Lane is a striking mid-century modern residence designed by Robert Garland in his signature indoor-outdoor style. Spanning a measured 2,896 sqft, the home features three bedrooms and flowing entertaining spaces that envelop a private courtyard and pool. The 1,254 sqft private interior courtyard further extends the seamless living and entertaining areas. High ceilings and expansive walls of glass welcome natural light while framing sweeping views of the Santa Ynez Mountains. The kitchen features marble countertops, premium appliances, and a breakfast nook. The serene primary suite and guest bedrooms are thoughtfully arranged for privacy. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac along the 14th fairway, with a generous motor court.
  1. Listed by Don Johnston • DRE #01868263 • Sotheby's International Realty
    P: (805)-951-7331 C: (805)-951-7331 don@montecitoluxurygroup.com

Property Details for 1988 Inverness Lane

MLS Neighborhood
10 - Birnam Wood
Property Information:Within City Limits
Yes
Zoning
R-1
Zoning:R-1
Yes
Location Info:Cross Street
Crocker Sperry Drive
Architectural Style
Mid-Century Modern, Contemporary
Style:Contemporary
Yes
Style:Mid-century Modern
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 03/10/2026 02:50 PM

Property Details for 1988 Inverness Lane

StatusActive
MLS #26-564
Days on Market39
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Home/Estate / Single Family
Year Built1973
Lot Size1.56 AC / 67,953 SF
CountySanta Barbara County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Don Johnston, DRE #01868263
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Building Information for 1988 Inverness Lane

Stories-Year Built1973Building Size-Lot Size1.56 AC / 67,953 SF

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$53,777 per month

30 year fixed, 6.11% Interest

Principal and Interest

$48,507

Property Taxes

$5,270

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1988 Inverness Lane

Details
Features
  • District: 10 - MONTECITO
  • District: 10 - MONTECITO
  • Amenities:Remodeled Bath: Yes
  • Amenities:Remodeled Kitchen: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Built-In Electric Oven: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Built-In Gas Range: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Disposal: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Double Oven: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Gas Range: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Low Flow Fixtures: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • AssocPark Fee Incl:Comm Area Maint: Yes
  • AssocPark Fee Incl:Security: Yes
  • Assoc Park Amenities: Tennis Court, Clubhouse, Golf Course, Security, Gym
  • AssocPark Amenities:Clubhouse: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities:Golf Course: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities:Tennis Court(s): Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities:Security: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities:Gym: Yes
  • Assoc/Park Fee Incl: Comm Area Maint, Security
  • Diningroom Features: Breakfast Area, Dining Area, In Kitchen, In Living Room
  • Dining:Breakfast Area: Yes
  • Dining:Dining Area: Yes
  • Dining:In Kitchen: Yes
  • Dining:In Living Room: Yes
  • Exterior Features: SPA-Outside, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Lawn2, Fruit Trees2
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Gas
  • Fireplace(s):Gas: Yes
  • Fireplace(s):LR: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings:Hardwood: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings:Marble: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Laundry:Laundry Room: Yes
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pets:Yes: Yes
  • Roof: Composition
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Rooms: Family Room, Great Room, Ground Floor Bedroom, Ground Floor Master, Media Room, Primary Bedroom2
  • Rooms:Family Room: Yes
  • Rooms:Great Room: Yes
  • Rooms:Ground Floor Bedroom: Yes
  • Rooms:Ground Floor Primary: Yes
  • Rooms:Media Room: Yes
  • Rooms:Primary Bedroom: Yes
  • Security:Gate:Guard: Yes
  • View:Mountain(s): Yes
  • View:Golf Course: Yes
  • View:Panoramic: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Pool: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Patio Open: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:SPA-Outside: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Lawn: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Fruit Trees: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Fenced: ALL: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Marble
  • Interior Features: Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Walk-In Closet(s), Double Vanity, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Heating: Forced Air, Radiant Floor
  • Security Features: Gate:Guard, Patrol
  • Kitchen Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Built-In Gas Range, Built-In Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Washer
  • View: Mountain, Golf Course, Panoramic
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Levels: Entry Lvl(No Stairs), Single Story
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Front Porch, Enclosed
  • Room Total: 0
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Cooling:Central Air: Yes
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes
  • Heating:Radiant Floor: Yes
  • Year Built Numeric: 1973
  • Building Area Total: 0.0
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: Yes
  • Parcel Number: 007-400-025
  • Association Fee: $1,000.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Parking/Garage
  • Attached: Yes
  • Total # Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Open Parking Spaces: 4.00
  • Parking Features: Garage, Inside Entrance, Attached
  • Parking Garage:Gar #1: Yes
  • Parking Garage:Interior Access: Yes
  • Parking Garage:Attached: Yes
  • Parking Garage:Total # Uncovered Spaces: 4.00
  • Parking Garage: Gar #1, Interior Access, Attached
Room Info
Room Info
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Total Half Baths: 0
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Total Full Baths: 3
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 3.00
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 3.00
Location Info
Location Info
  • Directions: From Main Guard Gate, proceed ahead on Birnam Wood Drive, Right on Crocker Sperry Drive, Left on Inverness Lane.
  • Topography: Level
  • Location Info:Compass Map: Santa Barbara
  • Location Info:Map Grid: U11
  • LocationTopo:Level: Yes
  • LocationTopo:Golf Course: Yes
  • LocationTopo:Cul-De-Sac: Yes
  • Proximity:Near Ocean: Yes
  • Proximity:Near Park(s): Yes
  • Proximity:Near School(s): Yes
  • Proximity:Near Shopping: Yes
  • Proximity:Restaurants: Yes
  • Number Of Units Buildings: 0
  • Lot Features: Level, On Golf Course, Cul-De-Sac
  • Location Info:Development Name: Birnam Wood
Neighborhood/Schools
  • Elementary School: Mont Union
  • Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • High School: S.B. Sr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools:Elementary School: Mont Union
  • 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:Underground Util: Yes
  • Occupancy:Occ All Ages: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 67953.6
  • Lot Size Area: 1.56
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.56
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type Label: Residential
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Condition:Excellent: Yes
  • Property Information:Realtor.com Type: Residential: Single Family
  • Property Information:Year Built: 1973.0
  • Property Information:Source: Measured
  • Property Information:ADU: No
Utility Info
  • WaterSewer:Mont Wtr: Yes
  • WaterSource: Mont Wtr
  • Utilities: Underground Utilities

Property History for 1988 Inverness Lane

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 19, 2026

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #26-564

$9,995,000—
Aug 6, 2023

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #23-2341

$5,850,000—
Aug 6, 2023

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #23-2341

—
Aug 6, 2023

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #23-2341

$5,850,000—
Jul 19, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1516313127

$5,850,000

+9.5% / yr

Jul 10, 2020

Expired

Santa Barbara AOR #20-665

$2,950,000—
Feb 20, 2020

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #20-665

$3,200,000—
Oct 27, 2019

Permanently Off Market

Santa Barbara AOR #19-2116

$3,595,000—
Jun 16, 2019

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #19-2116

$3,595,000—
Jul 28, 2016

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #16-1875

$3,100,000—
Jul 12, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #575139369

$3,100,000—
Jun 21, 2016

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #16-1875

—
Jun 2, 2016

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #16-1875

$3,250,000—
Feb 14, 1999

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #98-1257

$1,150,000—
Feb 14, 1999

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #98-1257

—
Apr 30, 1998

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #98-1257

$1,275,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/19/2026

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #26-564

$9,995,000
08/06/2023

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #23-2341

$5,850,000
08/06/2023

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #23-2341

—
08/06/2023

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #23-2341

$5,850,000
07/19/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1516313127

$5,850,000

+9.5% / yr

07/10/2020

Expired

Santa Barbara AOR #20-665

$2,950,000
02/20/2020

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #20-665

$3,200,000
10/27/2019

Permanently Off Market

Santa Barbara AOR #19-2116

$3,595,000
06/16/2019

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #19-2116

$3,595,000
07/28/2016

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #16-1875

$3,100,000
07/12/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #575139369

$3,100,000
06/21/2016

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #16-1875

—
06/02/2016

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #16-1875

$3,250,000
02/14/1999

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #98-1257

$1,150,000
02/14/1999

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #98-1257

—
04/30/1998

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #98-1257

$1,275,000

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

Public Records for 1988 Inverness Lane

Taxable ValueLand$4,080,000Additions$1,887,000Total$5,967,000
Tax Record2025$63,239 ($5,270 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt2,634 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,634 SqFtLot Size67,953 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1973CountySANTA BARBARAAPN007-400-025Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1988 Inverness Lane

This home is within Montecito Union Elementary School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - K to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Montecito Union School
PublicK to 6

Santa Barbara Junior High School
Public7 to 8

Santa Barbara Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Adelante Charter School
CharterK to 6

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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1988 Inverness Lane is a single family home for sale in Montecito, CA 93108. This property was listed for sale on February 20, 2026 by Sotheby's International Realty, it's currently listed at $9,995,000. It has been on the market for a total of 39 days and was last sold on August 7, 2023. This listing's school districts are Santa Barbara Unified School District, Montecito Union Elementary School District. Nearby schools include Montecito Union School, Santa Barbara Junior High School and Santa Barbara Senior High School. 1988 Inverness Lane is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,896 sqft single family home built in 1973.

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Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Don Johnston, DRE #01868263

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