Last Sold Price
4 beds
255 Ortega Ridge Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108

Description

Perched high on the coveted Ortega Ridge Road, this charming home, offers a serene escape with captivating ocean and mountain views from its immense deck and from most every room of the house. Conveniently located only minutes from ''downtown'' Montecito and Summerland's shops, restaurants and beaches, this 4 beds/ 3 baths home, spans a comfortable 2508 square feet, nestled on a generous half an acre lot. Step inside to discover the open floor plan filled with natural light and an abundance of windows...Perched high on the coveted Ortega Ridge Road, this charming home, offers a serene escape with captivating ocean and mountain views from its immense deck and from most every room of the house. Conveniently located only minutes from ''downtown'' Montecito and Summerland's shops, restaurants and beaches, this 4 beds/ 3 baths home, spans a comfortable 2508 square feet, nestled on a generous half an acre lot. Step inside to discover the open floor plan filled with natural light and an abundance of windows and opens out to the large deck. This home embodies a perfect blend of comfort and coastal allure. Embrace the laid-back California lifestyle and experience the inviting charm of 255 Ortega Ridge Road - a place where everyday living feels like a tranquil getaway.
LISTING CLOSED: 06/02/2024 05:00 PM

Property Details for 255 Ortega Ridge Road

Status
MLS #
24-1365
Days on Market
8
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Home/Estate / Single Family
Year Built
1986
Lot Size
0.53 AC / 23,086 SF
Buyer's Agent Compensation
2.5%
MLS Neighborhood
05 - Summerland
Property Information:Within City Limits
No
Zoning
E-1
Zoning:E-1
Yes
Location Info:Cross Street
Ortega Hill Road
Architectural Style
Traditional, Medit
Style:Medit
Yes
Style:Traditional
Yes
Construction:Two Story
Yes
Property Information:Recurring Fees
No

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$3,900,000

Avg days on market

44

Sale-to-list ratio

97.6%

Santa Barbara, CA

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Square Feet
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Acres

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, David Michael Wieger, DRE #01298610

Sold By Compass, David Michael Wieger, DRE #01298610

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Building Information for 255 Ortega Ridge Road

Stories-Year Built1986Building Size-Lot Size0.53 AC / 23,086 SF

Payment Calculator

$20,912 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$17,790

Property Taxes

$3,122

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 255 Ortega Ridge Road

Details
Features
  • District: 10 - MONTECITO
  • District: 10 - MONTECITO
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Gas Stove: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Microwave: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Diningroom Features: Dining Area
  • Dining:Dining Area: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation T/O, Yard Irrigation PRT, Greywater System, Yard Irrigation TO, Deck3, Lawn2, Fruit Trees2, Greywater System2
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings:Carpet: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings:Hardwood: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings:Tile: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Laundry:Laundry Room: Yes
  • Roof: True
  • Roof:Tile: Yes
  • Rooms: Family Room, Primary Bedroom2
  • Rooms:Family Room: Yes
  • Rooms:Primary Bedroom: Yes
  • View:Ocean: Yes
  • View:Mountain(s): Yes
  • View:City: Yes
  • View:Harbor: Yes
  • View:Golf Course: Yes
  • View:Panoramic: Yes
  • View:Coastline: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Yard Irrigation PRT: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Yard Irrigation T/O: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Deck: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Lawn: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Fruit Trees: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Greywater System: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Kitchen Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Stove, Microwave, Washer
  • View: Mountain, Coastline, Ocean, City, Harbor, Golf Course, Panoramic
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Cooling: None
  • Levels: Two Story
  • Room Name: Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Bedroom 4, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3
  • Room Total: 7
  • Cooling: No
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling:None: Yes
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes
  • Year Built Numeric: 1986
  • Main House SqFt: 2508.0
  • Building Area Total: 2508.0
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 005-070-010
  • Association Fee: $.00
Parking/Garage
  • Attached: Yes
  • Parking Features: Gar #2, Attached
  • Garages: Yes
  • Parking Garage:Gar #2: Yes
  • Parking Garage:Attached: Yes
  • Parking Garage: Gar #2, Attached
Room Info
Room Info
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Total Half Baths: 0
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Total Full Baths: 3
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 3.00
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 3.00
Room 1
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 2
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Description: Amazing views
Room 3
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Description: Doors to the deck
Room 4
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Description: Guest room/ Office
Room 5
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Description: Bathroom, Balcony, ocean views
Room 6
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Description: Balcony and ocean/ mountain views
Room 7
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Description: Big wardrobe
Location Info
Location Info
  • Topography: Hilly
  • Location Info:Compass Map: Santa Barbara
  • Location Info:Map Grid: U12
  • LocationTopo:Hilly: Yes
  • Proximity:Near Ocean: Yes
  • Proximity:Near School(s): Yes
  • Proximity:Other: Yes
  • Number Of Units Buildings: 1
Neighborhood/Schools
  • Elementary School: Summerland
  • Junior High School: Carp. Jr.
  • High School: Carp. Sr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools:Elementary School: Summerland
  • NeighborhoodSchools:Junior High School: Carp. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools:High School: Carp. Sr.
Property / Assessor Information
Property / Assessor Info
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 23086.8
  • Lot Size Area: 0.53
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.53
  • 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: 1986.0
  • Property Information:Source: Other/See Remarks
  • Property Information:ADU: No
Utility Info
  • WaterSewer:Septic In: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic In

Property History for 255 Ortega Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 2, 2024

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #24-1365

$3,500,000
May 20, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1533162356

$3,500,000
May 9, 2024

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #24-1365

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/02/2024

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #24-1365

$3,500,000
05/20/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1533162356

$3,500,000
05/09/2024

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #24-1365

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

Public Records for 255 Ortega Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,560,600Additions$2,080,800Total$3,641,400
Tax Record2025$37,461 ($3,122 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,508 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,508 SqFtLot Size23,087 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1986Year Renovated1986Zoning1E1CountySANTA BARBARAAPN005-070-010

Schools near 255 Ortega Ridge Road

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

Carpinteria Middle School
Public6 to 8

Carpinteria Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Aliso Elementary 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 255 Ortega Ridge Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
$3,500,000
4
23,086
$520,000
3
17,424
1
1
798
26,572
$3,995,000
3
43,560
$1,000,000
2
2
1,450
47,916
$1,350,000
2
86,684

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