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202 E Mountain Drive, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93108

$2,999,000
Property Type: Res Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,886 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 46,174 Status: Active
Current Price: $2,999,000 List Date: 1/12/2026 Last Modified: 4/20/2026

Description

Now refreshed with brand-new, brighter and natural wool, hypoallergenic carpeting, this serene Montecito sanctuary sits in the coveted Cold Spring Elementary School District and captures sweeping panoramic views of the ocean, islands, harbor, city lights, and mountains. Perched on 1.06± acres with exceptional privacy, the 4-bedroom, 3-bath residence (+ family room) offers 2,886± sq. ft. of refined living, three ceramic gas log fireplaces, and an oversized two-car garage with built-in storage and a workbench. Built in 2003 on a terraced site with a bedrock foundation, the home was thoughtfully designed to embrace Santa Barbara's indoor-outdoor lifestyle—all without train or freeway noise.

Supplements: Grand Entry & Main Level A custom mahogany entry door with leaded glass welcomes you into a tiled foyer with intricate inlay details. Arched passages open to a bright living room with high ceilings and French doors framing mesmerizing ocean-and-island views. The adjacent family room invites gathering around a two-sided fireplace shared with the formal dining room, where harbor views and French doors lead to a wraparound patio and lawn, perfect for effortless entertaining. The light-filled kitchen features natural maple cabinetry, granite tile counters, and newer appliances, with an iconic viewpoint from the sink window across ocean, city, and mountains. For buyers seeking a more open-concept great room feel, the seller consulted a structural engineer and contractor regarding wall removal options in the kitchen/dining/family room area. This great room can range in size from 465 sq. ft. to an impressive 674 sq. ft., a dramatic transformation for entertaining and daily living. Completing the main level: a flexible fourth bedroom with exterior access, a stylish hall bath, and a spacious laundry room with abundant storage and a tub sink. Second Floor Retreat Upstairs, the primary suite is oriented to maximize ocean, island, city, and harbor views, even from bed. French doors open to a generous view deck with custom tile insets for sunrise coffees and starlit evenings. A romantic fireplace and deep walk-in closet complete the suite, while the primary bath offers custom tile, a natural maple vanity, and dual sinks. Two additional bedrooms share a well-appointed hall bath, including one with impressive ocean and island views. Outdoor Living & Entertaining Enjoy Montecito's mild climate across multiple patios, terraces, and lawn areas, partially enclosed by elegant wrought-iron fencing. The west side delivers unforgettable sunsets and sparkling city lights alongside a built-in BBQ station and private Jacuzzi spa. Off the dining room, a custom-tiled patio sets the stage for alfresco meals against a postcard Pacific backdrop. The east side courtyard entry flows to manicured lawns and the finished garage; the north yard includes a terraced open area plus a dog run. A two-piece Spanish tile roof, La Habra stucco exterior, and factory-painted Andersen dual-pane windows complete the home's timeless Spanish Mediterranean appeal. Why You'll Love It Fresh Update: New, brighter and natural wool, hypoallergenic carpet for a lighter, elevated feel. Privacy & Panoramic Views: Over an acre with ocean, island, harbor, city-light, and mountain scenery. Timeless Architecture: Spanish Mediterranean style with thoughtful craftsmanship throughout. Quiet Convenience: Peaceful setting just 5-10 minutes to Montecito's amenities; without freeway or train noise. Future Options: Potential solar placement on the south-facing hill (not visible from street), EV capability in the garage (50 amp to 70 amp), and prior pool plans available for the lower yard. Optional Open-Concept Potential: Multiple wall-removal scenarios can expand the kitchen/dining/family room footprint up to 674 SF, with a contractor's preliminary structural shoring + beam installation. Experience the height of Santa Barbara living at 202 E Mountain Drive, where natural beauty, privacy, and sophisticated design converge.

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More Information MLS# 25-4443

Location Info

Country: US Compass Map: Santa Barbara Map Grid: Q10 Cross Street: Cold Springs Rd District: 10 - MONTECITO Street #: 202 Dir: E Street Name: Mountain Street Suffix: Drive State: CA Postal Code: 93108 County: Santa Barbara Parcel Number: 013-030-022

Contract Info

Seller Consider Concessions: Yes Affordable Housing: No Current Price: $2,999,000 Price: 2999000 Begin Date: 2025-12-29 Status: Active

Property Information

Year Built: 2003 Apx # Acres: 1.06 Total #Units: 1 Main House SqFt: 2886 Source: Other/See Remarks Recurring Fees: No ADU: No Within City Limits: No TYP: Home/Estate Total Bedrooms: 4 Total Bathrooms: 3 Total Full Baths: 3 Total SqFt.: 2886

Neighborhood/Schools

Elementary School: Cold Spring Junior High School: S.B. Jr. High School: S.B. Sr.

Owner Info

Deposit: 3

Remarks

Hot Sheet Comment: new Directions: Hot Springs to Sycamore Canyon Road to Cold Spring Road to Mountain Drive, then left to 202 E. Mountain Dr. Geo Lat: 34.454092 Geo Lon: -119.66572

Condition

Excellent: 1

Style

Mediterranean: 1 Spanish: 1

Construction

Two Story: 1

Roof

Tile: 1

Foundation

Caisson/Piling: 1

Exterior

Stucco: 1

Parking/Garage

Gar #2: 1 Detached: 1 Outside: 1 Total # Garage Spaces: 2 Total # Uncovered Spaces: 1

Grounds/Landscaping

Yard Irrigation T/O: 1 SPA-Outside: 1 Dog Run: 1 Built-in BBQ: 1 Lawn: 1

Patio and Porch Features

Deck: 1 Patio Open: 1

Location/Topo

Hilly: 1 Upslope: 1 Corner Lot: 1

Fencing

Fenced: PRT: 1

View

Ocean: 1 Mountain(s): 1 City: 1 Harbor: 1 Panoramic: 1 Coastline: 1 Islands: 1

Site Improvements

Public: 1 Paved: 1

Proximity

Near School(s): 1 Near Shopping: 1

Rooms

Family Room: 1 Office: 1 Primary Bedroom: 1

Dining

Breakfast Bar: 1

Laundry

Laundry Room: 1

Amenities

Dual Pane Window: 1 Insul:T/O: 1 Skylight: 1

Appliances Included

Vented Exhaust Fan: 1 Dishwasher: 1 Disposal: 1 Dryer: 1 Gas Range: 1 Microwave: 1 Refrigerator: 1 Washer: 1 Wtr Softener/Owned: 1

Fireplace(s)

2+: 1 Dining Room: 1 Family Room: 1 LR: 1 Primary Bedroom: 1

Security

Smoke Detector(s): 1

Water/Sewer

Mont Wtr: 1 Septic Tank: 1

Zoning

Other: 1

Reports Available

TDS: 1 Prelim: 1 Build Plans: 1 Defensible Space Cert: 1

Terms

Cash: 1 Conventional: 1

Cooling

Central Air: 1

Heating

Forced Air: 1

Flr/Wdw Coverings

Carpet: 1 Hardwood: 1 Tile: 1 Blinds: 1

Pub Listing Details

None: 1

Property Features

Condition: Excellent Style: Mediterranean; Spanish Construction: Two Story Roof: Tile Foundation: Caisson/Piling Exterior: Stucco Fencing: Fenced: PRT Patio and Porch Features: Deck; Patio Open View: Ocean; Mountain(s); Harbor; Panoramic; Coastline; Islands Site Improvements: Public; Paved Proximity: Near School(s); Near Shopping Rooms: Family Room; Office; Primary Bedroom Dining: Breakfast Bar Laundry: Laundry Room Amenities: Dual Pane Window; Insul:T/O; Skylight Appliances Included: Vented Exhaust Fan; Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Gas Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer; Wtr Softener/Owned Fireplace(s): 2+; Dining Room; Family Room; LR; Primary Bedroom Security: Smoke Detector(s) Cooling: Central Air Heating: Forced Air Zoning: Other Reports Available: TDS; Prelim; Build Plans; Defensible Space Cert Terms: Cash; Conventional Pub Listing Details: None

Room Information

Living Room Level: First Length: 18.00 Length: 18.00 Width: 16.60 Width: 16.60 Area: 298.80 Area: 298.80 Dining Room Level: First Length: 19.20 Length: 19.20 Width: 14.40 Width: 14.40 Area: 276.48 Area: 276.48 Kitchen Level: First Length: 17.90 Length: 17.90 Width: 10.70 Width: 10.70 Area: 191.53 Area: 191.53 Bedroom 4 Level: First Length: 8.00 Length: 8.00 Width: 14.50 Width: 14.50 Area: 116.00 Area: 116.00 Primary Bedroom Level: Second Length: 17.60 Length: 17.60 Width: 14.40 Width: 14.40 Area: 253.44 Area: 253.44 Bedroom 2 Level: Second Length: 11.07 Length: 11.07 Width: 15.08 Width: 15.08 Area: 166.94 Area: 166.94 Bedroom 3 Level: Second Length: 10.91 Length: 10.91 Width: 14.01 Width: 14.01 Area: 152.85 Area: 152.85 Bonus Room Level: First Length: 14.20 Length: 14.20 Width: 10.10 Remarks: Family Room Width: 10.10 Area: 143.42 Area: 143.42
Listing Office: Village Properties
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Last Updated: April - 20 - 2026
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