NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1970 Lemon Ranch Rd Santa Barbara, CA 93108

Estimated Value: $8,504,000 - $10,889,306

3 Beds
5 Baths
4,958 Sq Ft
$1,921/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 01, 2023

Last sale price $8,848,000 $1,785 Per Sq Ft

Est. 8% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $59,527/month

41 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Fitness Center
  • Spa
  • Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
  • Gated with Attendant
  • Property is near an ocean

About This Home

As of August 2023

Bespoke in Birnam Wood. Sublime French-country inspired home, never before on the market. Truly custom 3BR/5BA with meticulous attention to detail. Spectacular features abound like the travertine-walled domed entry foyer, antiqued wood floors, vaulted beamed & coffered ceilings, upholstered & Venetian plastered walls, elegant French doors with custom hardware, 4 fireplaces, climate-controlled wine room, oversized garage & chef's kitchen. Gracious living is easy whether you are relaxing in the substantial library in front of the fire, entertaining in the grand living room, or feasting in the elegant dining room with its Provence feeling south-facing views. The elegant & spacious primary suite , opens to pool terrace and beautifully designed garden spaces including approx. 150 rose bushes Designed by acclaimed Architect Bob Ray Offenhauser AIA and Built by Unander Associates in 2005.
Fabulous landscape design by Sydney Baumgartner.

Birnam Wood homeowners automatically become members of the private, full-service golf club with premier dining, golf, tennis, fitness and social programs. Initial Corporate fee and Both Club and HOA Monthly fees apply.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Timothy Walsh

Village Properties License #00914713 Listed on: 05/15/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Marsha Kotlyar Estate Group

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01426886

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $92,901

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Dog Run
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot
  • Irrigation
  • Fruit Trees
  • Lawn
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • Golf Course
  • Mountain
  • Park or Greenbelt

Home Design

  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Tile Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 4,958 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Plantation Shutters
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Library

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Double Oven
  • Built-In Gas Range
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Trash Compactor
  • Disposal
  • Reverse Osmosis System

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Stone
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Monitored
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Accessible Home Design

  • Wheelchair Access
  • Doors are 32 inches wide or more

Pool

  • Spa
  • Outdoor Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Fireplace in Patio

Location

  • Property is near a park
  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a bus stop

Schools

  • Mont Union Elementary School
  • S.B. Jr. Middle School
  • S.B. Sr. High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Underground Utilities
  • Power Generator
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Sewer Stub Out

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Other
  • Assessor Parcel Number 007-510-007

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Association fees include comm area maint, security
  • Birnam Wood Community
  • 10 Birnam Wood Subdivision
  • Community Lake
  • Greenbelt

Amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool

Security

  • Gated with Attendant

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$92,901

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Association Fee: CLA
  • Association Transfer Fee: CLA
  • Directions: Enter Main Gate of Birtnam Wood Golf Club off East Valley, Turn Right at the second street, Crocker Sperry, Turn right at the second street, Lemon Ranch Rd and home is second home on the right.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2005
  • ResoWindowFeatures: Drapes, Plantation Shutters
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Gas Hookup, Laundry Room
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Near Public Transit
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Monitored, Gate:Guard, Patrol, Security System, Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s), Fire Sprinkler System
  • Reso Association Amenities: Other, Tennis Court(s), Clubhouse, Pool, Golf Course, Lake, Greenbelt, Security, Gym
  • Reso Association Fee Includes: Other, Comm Area Maint, Security
  • Subdivision Name: 10 - Birnam Wood
  • Reso Accessibility Features: Wheelchair Access, Wide Doors
  • Architectural Style: Medit
  • Reso Flooring: Hardwood, Stone, Tile
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: Yes
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 2005
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 1.0
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Mont Union
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • View Panoramic2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Site Improvements Underground Util: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Interior Access: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Pool: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation TO: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Lawn2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Bedroom2: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Primary: Yes
  • Laundry Laundry Room2: Yes
  • Amenities Skylight2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Disposal3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Stove3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Microwave3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • Security Security System: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • Security Fire Sprinkler System: Yes
  • WaterSewer Sewer Hookup: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Drapes: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • Property Information Main House SqFt: 4958.0
  • Exterior BrickStone: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Proximity Restaurants: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Area2: Yes
  • Dining Formal2: Yes
  • Amenities Wet Bar2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Built-In Gas Range: Yes
  • Appliances Included Rev Osmosis2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s):_two_4: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Family Room3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Primary Bedroom: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Stone2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced PRT: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Spa - Outside: Yes
  • Location Info Development Name: Birnam Wood
  • Roof:Tile2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Deck3: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Dog Run2: Yes
  • View Green Belt2: Yes
  • Security Fire Alarm2: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Pool4: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Greenbelt2: Yes
  • Laundry Gas Hookup2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Wtr SoftenerOwned: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • Style Medit2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Covered2: Yes
  • Rooms LbryStudy: Yes
  • Amenities GasElectricDiesel Generator: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Patio3: Yes
  • Security GateGuard: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Security: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Clubhouse: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Tennis Court(s)2: Yes
  • AssocPark Fee Incl Security2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Plantation Shutters: Yes
  • Security Monitored2: Yes
  • Handicapped Access Wide Doors2: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Golf Course3: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Gym: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Lake: Yes
  • Handicapped Access Wheelchair Access: Yes
  • CondoCO-OPPUD Detached4: Yes
  • View Golf Course5: Yes
  • Security Patrol2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage:Total _pound_ Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Trash Compactor, Refrigerator, Built-In Gas Range, Tankless Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Gas Stove, Microwave, Rev Osmosis, Washer, Wtr Softener/Owned
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Primary Bedroom, Family Room, Other, 2+, Patio
  • Appliances Included:Tankless Water Heater: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Double Oven2: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Trash Compactor2: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile, Flat
  • View: Mountain(s), Setting, Green Belt, Golf Course, Panoramic
  • Construction Type: Brick/Stone
  • Acres: 1.0
  • Topography: Level
  • Exclusions: Other
  • Exterior Features: Other, Pool, Deck, Patio Open, Patio Covered, SPA-Outside, Dog Run, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation T/O, Fenced: PRT
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • ConstructionSiding:Roof Flat: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Gar #2, Interior Access

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Utilities: Underground Util
  • Water Source: Mont Wtr
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Unit 1 Amenities:Cathedral Ceiling(s)2: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Mont Union
  • High School: S.B. Sr.
  • Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 007-510-007
  • Zoning: Other
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 43560.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 24, 2025
Sold by
Ifolr Llc
Bought by
Grotenhuis Investments Inc
Current Estimated Value
$9,522,577

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 15, 2023
Closed on
Jul 19, 2023
Sold by
Robin R Cudahy Trust
Bought by
Ifolr Llc
Seller's Agent
Timothy Walsh
Village Properties
Buyer's Agent
Marsha Kotlyar Estate Group
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$10,000,000
Sold Price
$8,848,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,152,000
-11.52%
Views
267

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.76%
Original Mortgage
$9,150,000
Interest Rate
6.69%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 2, 2021
Sold by
Cudahy Robin Roberts
Bought by
Cudahy Robin Roberts and Robin R Cudahy Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 2021
Sold by
Roberts Karen M and Cudahy Robin Roberts
Bought by
Cudahy Robin Roberts

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 18, 2006
Sold by
Robecor Inc
Bought by
Roberts Richard H

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 5, 2002
Sold by
Montgomery Parker G
Bought by
Robecor Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 10, 2000
Sold by
Montgomery Lane H
Bought by
Montgomery Parker G

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 5, 1999
Sold by
Wilson Jr Liv Tr Bradley Wilson Jr Trustee, B
Bought by
Montgomery Parker G
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Grotenhuis Investments Inc $8,500,000 Chicago Title Company
Ifolr Llc $8,848,000 Fidelity National Title Compan
Cudahy Robin Roberts -- None Available
Cudahy Robin Roberts -- None Available
Roberts Richard H -- None Available
Robecor Inc $1,100,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Montgomery Parker G -- First American Title
Montgomery Parker G -- First American Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Ifolr Llc $9,150,000
Previous Owner Montgomery Parker G $625,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/01/2023 08/01/23 Sold $8,848,000 -11.5% $1,785 / Sq Ft
06/25/2023 06/25/23 Pending -- -- --
05/15/2023 05/15/23 For Sale $10,000,000 -- $2,017 / Sq Ft
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $92,901 $9,024,960 $4,080,000 $4,944,960
2023 $92,901 $5,011,884 $1,662,412 $3,349,472
2022 $52,457 $4,913,613 $1,629,816 $3,283,797
2021 $51,430 $4,817,268 $1,597,859 $3,219,409
2020 $50,944 $4,767,873 $1,581,475 $3,186,398
2019 $49,741 $4,674,386 $1,550,466 $3,123,920
2018 $48,826 $4,582,732 $1,520,065 $3,062,667
2017 $47,922 $4,492,875 $1,490,260 $3,002,615
2016 $46,470 $4,404,781 $1,461,040 $2,943,741
2015 $45,684 $4,338,618 $1,439,094 $2,899,524
2014 -- $4,253,632 $1,410,905 $2,842,727
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 23-1338

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 007-510-007