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680 Cowles Rd, Montecito, CA 93108
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680 Cowles Rd Montecito, CA 93108

$7,995,000
  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,872 Sq.Ft.
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Property Overview: 680 Cowles Rd Montecito, CA has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,872 living square feet and 37,897 square feet lot size. Call an Ardent Real Estate Group agent to verify current availability of this home or with any questions you may have.

Agent Remarks: Nestled on one of Montecito's most scenic ridges, Villa Cortina presents breathtaking views of the mountains and ocean from nearly every room. Crafted by renowned architect Donald Sharpe and meticulously updated, it epitomizes Mediterranean sophistication. The expansive living room with its inviting French doors opens onto a sheltered patio ideal for relaxation. A gourmet kitchen boasts custom cabinetry and premium appliances for culinary enthusiasts. The primary suite is a retreat of its own, offering a large sitting area with a cozy fireplace and picturesque views. The property is designed for outdoor living with meandering pathways leading to an approx. 45-foot swimming pool, a putting green, fruit tree orchard, and tranquil oak groves, offering an unparalleled lifestyle in Montecito. True to its Andalusian inspiration, Villa Cortina features a wine room, a private guest room, and ample parking with a 4-car garage. Conveniently located to Lotusland, Lower and Upper Villages, and world-class beaches.

Listed by Cristal Clarke | BRE #00968247 | Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Last checked: 10 minutes ago | Last updated: May 11th, 2024 | Source CRMLS | DOM: 13
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Home details

Lot Sq. Ft
37,897
HOA Dues
$0/mo
Year built
1954
Garage
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Property Type:
Single Family Home
Status
Active
MLS#
24387679
City
Montecito
County
Santa Barbara
Time on Site
14 days

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Property Details for 680 Cowles Rd

Interior Features
Heating Information
  • Has Heating
  • Central
Laundry Information
  • Has Laundry
  • See Remarks
Fireplace Information
  • Has Fireplace
  • Living Room
Room Information
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Living Room
Kitchen Information
  • Has Appliances
Bathroom Information
  • # of Baths (Full): 4
  • # of Baths (1/2): 0
  • # of Baths (1/4): 0
  • # of Baths (3/4): 0
Interior Features
  • Levels: Two
Exterior Features
Exterior Information
  • No Spa
  • Spa Features: None
Exterior Features
  • Pool Features: In Ground
Lot Details / Garage and Parking
Parking/Garage Information
  • # of Parking Spaces: 4
Property Information
  • Has View
  • View: Ocean, Mountain(s)
  • Parcel Number: 013180010
  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean
Homeowners Association, Utilities, Taxes / Assessments
Homeowners Association
  • Is Not Part of Association
Assessment Information
  • No Assessments
Location / Neighborhood
Location Information
  • Directions: SB
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Sale History for 680 Cowles Rd

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  • May, 2024

  • May 3, 2024

    Date

    Active

    CRMLS: 24387679

    $7,995,000

    Price

  • October, 2023

  • Oct 15, 2023

    Date

    Expired

    CRMLS: 23297831

    $8,495,000

    Price

  • Aug 4, 2023

    Date

    Active

    CRMLS: 23297831

    $8,495,000

    Price

  • Listing provided courtesy of CRMLS

    Perched atop one of Montecito's most picturesque ridges, this dramatic home features stunning mountain or ocean views from virtually every room. Built in 1991, Villa Cortina was designed by acclaimed architect Donald Sharpe and has been recently renovated to perfection. The home showcases Mediterranean elegance with awe-inspiring cathedral ceilings, sculpted arches, grand fireplaces, skylights, European Oak floors, and other quality finishes throughout. The Great Room features French doors open to a covered patio and petite pool, perfect for outdoor entertaining. The chef's kitchen is elegant and functional, complete with a breakfast nook that offers sweeping views in almost every direction and a covered patio with a built-in barbecue for al fresco dining. The primary bedroom suite offers a spacious sitting area with a fireplace, a covered patio overlooking the glistening ocean views, and the manicured grounds. Villa Cortina is also home to a theater, a wine room, and a secluded guest apartment with its outside entrance, full kitchen, and laundry closet. The attached 4-car garage offers plenty of storage space. This Andalusian-styled home embraces the enchanting outdoors, with pebble pathways leading to a 45' swimming pool, a putting green, a fruit tree orchard, and countless oak, olive, and palm trees. This estate is located on a quiet, private street only minutes from Montecito's Upper and Lower Villages and in proximity to the esteemed Cold Spring School, Westmont College, and the historic Lotusland. It is expertly designed to complement the quintessential Montecito lifestyle of tranquility, privacy, and outdoor living.

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Home Value Compared to the Market

This property vs the competition

680 Cowles Rd is listed 15.84% lower than the median list price for the city of Montecito which has a median list price of $9,500,000. The median price per/sqft for Montecito is $2,209 and this home is listed at $2064.82 per/sqft which puts the price per square foot 6.53% lower than the median price per square foot for the city of Montecito.

About 680 Cowles Rd

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680 Cowles Rd is a single family home located in Montecito, CA 93108 and is currently for sale. This house offers 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, roughly 3,872 living square feet, and sits on an approximately 37,897 square foot lot. 680 Cowles Rd was first listed on ArdentRealEstateGroup.com on May 3, 2024. The homeowner is currently asking $7,995,000. The median priced home in Montecito is $9,500,000 with a median price per square foot of $2,209. Based on Ardent Real Estate Group's Montecito Market Data, this home is listed 15.84% lower than the median priced home. Local competing homes currently for sale include 898 N Bundy Dr, 572 N Bundy Dr and 12720 Montana Ave. While the average home in Montecito, CA is selling in 111 days, 680 Cowles Rd has a days on market of 13 days. There are currently 22 homes for sale in the Montecito real estate market and 21 of them are single family homes while 1 of them are condos and 0 are townhomes. For more information on this home for sale at 680 Cowles Rd Montecito, CA 93108 contact Ardent Real Estate Group and we will put you in touch with one of our Montecito agents.

Public Facts for 680 Cowles Rd

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93108 Real Estate Sale History (Last 30 days)

Last 30 days of sale history and trends
Median List Price
$7,995,000
Median List Price/Sq.Ft.
$2,209
Median Sold Price
$5,100,000
Median Sold Price/Sq.Ft.
$1,548
Total Inventory
35
Median Sale to List Price %
96.32%
Avg Days on Market
104
Loan Type
Conventional (0%), FHA (0%), VA (0%), Cash (25%), Other (0%)

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