Kevin Goodwin
Goodwin & Thyne Properties
(805) 979-2658
52 Total Sales
1 in Hope Ranch
$8,500,000 Price
985 Monte Dr Santa Barbara, CA 93110
Hope Ranch NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $4,578,478 - $5,121,000
3
Beds
3
Baths
3,216
Sq Ft
$1,525/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Spa
- Updated Kitchen
- Mountain View
- Property is near an ocean
- Fruit Trees
- Community Lake
About This Home
As of April 2025Set on a private acre in Hope Ranch, this elegant, turn-key home showcases breathtaking mountain views from an expansive wraparound deck, designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living. Vaulted ceilings, walls of glass, and an open-concept floor plan fill the interiors with natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
The main level features the primary suite and central living areas, offering effortless single-level living while capturing the beauty of the surrounding landscape. The lower level adds flexibility with a separate-entry suite, ideal for family, guests, or a home office. The expansive deck is perfect for dining al fresco, entertaining, or simply relaxing while taking in the stunning views. Below, meandering pathways wind through lush gardens, leading to peaceful sitting areas and a variety of mature fruit trees, adding to the home's natural charm. The lower orchard offers additional possibilitiesexpand the gardens, add a pool, or explore the potential for a future ADU to enhance the property's versatility.
Designed by noted Santa Barbara architect Richard Bliss Nelson and ideally located in the heart of Hope Ranch, this property is just moments from La Cumbre Country Club, private beach access, and scenic riding trails. A rare blend of privacy, beauty, and convenience, this home offers the best of Santa Barbara's coastal lifestyle.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01463617 Listed on: 02/08/2025
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1965
Lot Details
- 1 Acre Lot
- Fenced
- Lot Sloped Down
- Fruit Trees
- Drought Tolerant Landscaping
- Property is in excellent condition
- Property is zoned EX-1
HOA Fees
- $3,088 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Ranch Style House
- Slab Foundation
- Concrete Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 3,216 Sq Ft Home
- Wet Bar
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Double Pane Windows
- Plantation Shutters
- Drapes & Rods
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Home Office
- Home Gym
- Mountain Views
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Built-In Electric Oven
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Concrete
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Remodeled Bathroom
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Parking
- Direct Access Garage
- Open Parking
Outdoor Features
- Spa
- Property is near an ocean
- Deck
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
Location
- Property near a hospital
- Property is near schools and shops
Schools
- Vieja Valley Elementary School
- Lacolina Middle School
- San Marcos High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Septic System
Listing and Financial Details
- Exclusions: Garden Hoses, Potted Plants
- Assessor Parcel Number 063-095-002
- Seller Considering Concessions
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include comm area maint, security
- $750 HOA Transfer Fee
- Hope Ranch Community
- 25 Hope Ranch Subdivision
- Community Lake
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
Additional Features
- Restaurant
- Security Service
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 8, 2025
Closed on
Apr 11, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Kelly Knight
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Ryan Malmsten
Santa Barbara Brokers, Inc.
List Price
$4,495,000
Sold Price
$4,495,000
Views
110
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$410,120
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.00%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 13, 2024
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,100,000
Interest Rate
6.54%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 24, 2012
Closed on
Feb 15, 2013
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Steven Richardson
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kelly Knight
Village Properties
List Price
$1,895,000
Sold Price
$1,839,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$56,000
-2.96%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.48%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 24, 2012
Closed on
Dec 20, 2012
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Steven Richardson
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kelly Knight
Village Properties
List Price
$1,895,000
Sold Price
$1,839,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$56,000
-2.96%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 17, 2008
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 13, 2005
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,743,750
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 20, 2004
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 22, 2001
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Hope Ranch, CA
-
Kevin Goodwin
-
Summer Knight
Summer Knight
Responds QuicklySun Coast Real Estate
(805) 335-6908
144 Total Sales
2 in Hope Ranch
$3.4M - $4.8M Price Range
-
Tiffany Dore
Tiffany Dore
Village Properties
(805) 324-6641
23 Total Sales
2 in Hope Ranch
$5M - $6.1M Price Range
-
Stephanie Young
Stephanie Young
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(805) 429-2452
81 Total Sales
1 in Hope Ranch
$1,950,000 Price
-
Gary Goldberg
Gary Goldberg
Responds QuicklyCoastal Properties
(805) 617-1575
90 Total Sales
8 in Hope Ranch
$3.2M - $12.9M Price Range
-
Kendrick Guehr
Kendrick Guehr
Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara
(805) 618-1469
98 Total Sales
3 in Hope Ranch
$2.3M - $5M Price Range
Purchase History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $4,495,000 | Fidelity National Title Compan | ||
| -- | Wfg National Title | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| $1,839,000 | Chicago Title Company | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| -- | Fidelity National Title Co | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| -- | Fidelity National Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $2,100,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $729,750 | ||
| Previous Owner | $1,743,750 | ||
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $100,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/18/2025 04/18/25 | Sold | $4,495,000 | 0.0% | $1,398 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/01/2025 04/01/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/08/2025 02/08/25 | For Sale | $4,495,000 | +144.4% | $1,398 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/31/2012 12/31/12 | Sold | $1,839,000 | -3.0% | $661 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 11/26/2012 11/26/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/24/2012 09/24/12 | For Sale | $1,895,000 | -- | $681 / Sq Ft |
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $29,390 | $4,584,900 | $2,544,900 | $2,040,000 |
| 2025 | $23,780 | $2,744,913 | $1,552,071 | $1,192,842 |
| 2024 | $23,780 | $2,220,184 | $1,207,278 | $1,012,906 |
| 2023 | $23,780 | $2,176,652 | $1,183,606 | $993,046 |
| 2022 | $22,942 | $2,133,974 | $1,160,399 | $973,575 |
| 2021 | $22,114 | $2,092,133 | $1,137,647 | $954,486 |
| 2020 | $21,879 | $2,070,681 | $1,125,982 | $944,699 |
| 2019 | $21,228 | $2,030,080 | $1,103,904 | $926,176 |
| 2018 | $20,812 | $1,990,275 | $1,082,259 | $908,016 |
| 2017 | $20,386 | $1,951,251 | $1,061,039 | $890,212 |
| 2016 | $19,873 | $1,912,992 | $1,040,235 | $872,757 |
| 2014 | $19,350 | $1,847,349 | $1,004,540 | $842,809 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Kelly Knight
Seller's Agent in 2025
Kelly Knight
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(805) 895-4406
7 in this area
107 Total Sales
-
Ryan Malmsten
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Ryan Malmsten
Santa Barbara Brokers, Inc.
(805) 444-7926
3 in this area
33 Total Sales
-
S
Seller's Agent in 2012
Steven Richardson
Coldwell Banker Realty
Map
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service
MLS Number: 25-585
APN: 063-095-002
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