Nestled beneath a canopy of mature oaks and sycamores, 780 Ashley Road offers an extraordinary opportunity to create a legacy estate in one of Montecito's most coveted enclaves -Seller financing available. With commanding mountain views and utter privacy, this sun-drenched 3.25-acre parcel provides an expansive development envelope and an idyllic setting for reflection and renewal. Surrounded by some of Montecito's finest estates, the property's tranquil setting is an ideal canvas for crafting a timeless residence. Once the site of the iconic Glass Pavilion, this exceptional land holds architectural history that adds to its unique allure. All necessary groundwork has been completed, including extensive site studies, surveys, and reports, allowing future owners to move forward with their vision immediately. Santa Barbara County's expedited approval process for like-for-like builds further streamlines the development process, ensuring a seamless transition from concept to reality.
With utilities at the site, the possibilities are boundless for designing your dream compound estate. This premier parcel embodies the essence of Montecito, ideally located near the renowned Lotusland Botanical Gardens, world-class hiking and biking trails, and the charming shops and dining of Upper Village.
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Price cut: $350K (2/7)
$5,850,000
780 Ashley Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
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3.25Acres
Unimproved Land
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3.25 Acres Lot
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$-- HOA
What's special
Tranquil settingUtter privacyExpansive development envelopeCommanding mountain views
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 10, 2026 at 07:37am
Listed by:
Marsha Kotlyar Estate Group 01426886 805-565-4014,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 25-515
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 0
Features
- Has fireplace: No
Property
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Trees/Woods, Setting
Lot
- Size: 3.25 Acres
- Features: Level
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 011120077
- Zoning: E-1
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Private, Mont Wtr
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Santa Barbara
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $4,290,518
- Annual tax amount: $45,176
- Date on market: 2/3/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 398 days
- Listing terms: Cash
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$69,605/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/7/2026 | Price change | $5,850,000-5.6% |
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| 8/12/2025 | Price change | $6,200,000-11.4% |
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| 2/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $6,995,000-45.8% |
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| 10/30/2013 | Sold | $12,900,000-7.8% |
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| 5/4/2013 | Listing removed | $13,990,000 |
Source: Sotheby's International Realty - #10-2765 Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2012 | Price change | $13,990,000-12% |
Source: Sotheby's International Realty - #10-2765 Report a problem | ||
| 3/2/2012 | Price change | $15,900,000-20.5% |
Source: Sotheby's International Realty - #10-2765 Report a problem | ||
| 2/5/2012 | Listed for sale | $19,995,000 |
Source: Sotheby's International Realty - #10-2765 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $45,176 +1.8% | $4,290,518 +2% |
| 2024 | $44,362 +1.9% | $4,206,391 +2% |
| 2023 | $43,552 +101% | $4,123,913 +106.2% |
| 2022 | $21,669 +37.1% | $2,000,000 +53.8% |
| 2021 | $15,811 -16.6% | $1,300,000 -18.8% |
| 2020 | $18,957 -12.6% | $1,600,000 -16.8% |
| 2019 | $21,678 +188.4% | $1,923,103 +240% |
| 2018 | $7,516 -94.6% | $565,618 -95.7% |
| 2017 | $139,678 +3.1% | $13,203,066 +2% |
| 2016 | $135,495 +2.9% | $12,944,183 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $131,661 | $12,749,750 +2% |
| 2014 | $131,661 | $12,500,000 +8.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $11,539,834 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $11,313,564 +46.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $7,729,012 +118.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $3,536,684 +6.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $3,323,220 +1527% |
| 2001 | -- | $204,251 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $200,247 |
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Neighborhood: 93108
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Cold Spring Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.6 mi
- NASanta Barbara Unified Early ChildhoodGrades: Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cold Spring
- Middle: S.B. Jr.
- High: S.B. Sr.
Source: SBMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





