$17,950,000

240 Miramar Ave Santa Barbara, CA 93108

Estimated payment $100,817/month

Total Views 15,134
7 Beds
9 Baths
8,089 Sq Ft
$2,219 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Outdoor Pool
  • Property is near an ocean
  • 1.89 Acre Lot
  • Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
  • Estate
  • Cape Cod Architecture

About This Home

Nestled in the heart of Montecito, 240 Miramar Avenue is a rare gem, offering ultimate privacy and beauty. Originally the farmhouse of the famed Hedge Row estate, this 1.9-acre property is completely surrounded by hedges and fences, with two private gated entrances providing both seclusion and security. Designed by renowned architect Peter Becker in 2001, the Hampton-style shingle Cape Cod home spans 9,000 square feet, featuring seven bedrooms (potential for eight), eight full bathrooms, and six fireplaces. The master suite is a luxurious retreat with separate bathrooms for him and her, expansive walk-in closets, and a Jacuzzi tub. Entertain in style with a billiards room, formal dining and living rooms, a great room, and a bar area. The grounds are a serene paradise with over 100-year-old heirloom rose bushes, fruit trees, and 15 mature trees. A sparkling pool, three formal fountains, and a lighted bocce ball court enhance the outdoor experience. The home also includes a formal outdoor kitchen with a barbecue, two under-counter refrigerators, an outdoor shower, and a pet washing station.Additional amenities include a three-car garage, separate "She Shed," gardener's shed, and a complete security system. With a private road and a private well feeding the pool and landscape, this estate offers unrivaled luxury and privacy in one of Montecito's most sought-after locations.

Listing Agent

Tricia Pennestri

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #02160635 Listed on: 04/29/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Co-Listing Agent

Michael Calcagno

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01499736 / 01129919

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $62,174

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 1.89 Acre Lot
  • Gated Home
  • Level Lot
  • Irrigation
  • Fruit Trees
  • Lawn
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • Garage

Home Design

  • Estate
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Raised Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 8,089 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Plantation Shutters
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Game Room
  • Property Views
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Built-In Gas Oven
  • Built-In Gas Range
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Trash Compactor
  • Disposal
  • Instant Hot Water

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Stone
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 7 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Maid or Guest Quarters

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Monitored
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Pool
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Fireplace in Patio
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop
  • Shed
  • Built-In Barbecue

Location

  • Property is near a park
  • Property is near public transit
  • 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
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Well
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 007-290-034
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 10 Hedgerow Subdivision

Amenities

  • Restaurant

Recreation

  • Bocce Ball Court

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$62,174

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1900
  • ResoWindowFeatures: Plantation Shutters
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Gas Hookup, Laundry Room
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Near Public Transit
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Monitored, Gate:Elec, Security System, Smoke Detector(s), Fire Sprinkler System
  • Co List Office Mls Id: BERKSHIRE
  • Co List Office Phone: 805-565-4000
  • Subdivision Name: 10 - Hedgerow
  • Architectural Style: Estate, Cape Cod
  • Reso Flooring: Hardwood, Stone, Tile
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Other Structures: Shed(s), Work Shop
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1900
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 1.89
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Mont Union
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Exterior Wood Siding: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Pool: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation TO: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Lawn2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced ALL2: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Rooms Family Room4: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Bedroom2: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Laundry Laundry Room2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Bath2: 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
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security Security System: Yes
  • Security GateElec: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • Security Fire Sprinkler System: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • Property Information Main House SqFt: 8089.0
  • Style Estate2: Yes
  • Construction Two Story2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #33: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Built-in BBQ: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Bocce Ball: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Proximity Restaurants: Yes
  • Rooms Office3: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Area2: Yes
  • Dining Formal2: Yes
  • Dining In Kitchen4: Yes
  • Amenities Guest Quarters2: Yes
  • Amenities Wet Bar2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Built-In Gas Range: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Family Room3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Primary Bedroom: Yes
  • WaterSewer Pvt Well In: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Stone2: Yes
  • Property Information Apx Lot SqFt: 82328.4
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • Other Buildings Work Shop2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Deck3: Yes
  • Other Buildings Shed: Yes
  • Site Improvements Cable TV3: Yes
  • Laundry Gas Hookup2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Covered2: Yes
  • Foundation Raised: Yes
  • Rooms:Den: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Patio3: Yes
  • Pets No8: Yes
  • Appliances Included Vented Exhaust Fan: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Plantation Shutters: Yes
  • Security Monitored2: Yes
  • Rooms Game Room3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Instant Hot Water: Yes
  • Style Cape Cod2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) 24: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Trash Compactor, Refrigerator, Built-In Gas Range, Built-In Gas Oven, Built-In Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Stove, Microwave, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 7
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 7
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Family Room, Other, Patio
  • Bedrooms Basement: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Built-In Electric Oven: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Trash Compactor2: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Built-In Gas Oven: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Setting
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Acres: 1.89
  • Topography: Level
  • Exterior Features: Pool, Deck, Patio Open, Patio Covered, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation T/O, Fenced: ALL
  • Foundation Details: Raised

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Gar #3

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Private
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

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 #: 007-290-034
  • Zoning: Other
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 82328.4

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $62,174 $5,977,789 $1,509,281 $4,468,508
2023 $62,174 $5,745,667 $1,450,675 $4,294,992
2022 $60,084 $5,633,008 $1,422,231 $4,210,777
2021 $58,840 $5,522,558 $1,394,345 $4,128,213
2020 $58,270 $5,465,932 $1,380,048 $4,085,884
2019 $56,795 $5,358,758 $1,352,989 $4,005,769
2018 $55,710 $5,253,685 $1,326,460 $3,927,225
2017 $54,689 $5,150,672 $1,300,451 $3,850,221
2016 $53,033 $5,049,679 $1,274,952 $3,774,727
2014 $51,333 $4,876,400 $1,231,203 $3,645,197
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/29/2025 04/29/25 For Sale $17,950,000 0.0% $2,219 / Sq Ft
04/29/2025 04/29/25 For Sale $17,950,000 -- $2,219 / Sq Ft
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed -- Chicago Title Co
Grant Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,900,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Closed $2,500,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Closed $1,564,240 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 25-1573

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 007-290-034