Bordered by the iconic McCormick-era stone walls, this recently rebuilt residence is quietly nestled among stunning mature oaks in Montecito's coveted Riven Rock neighborhood. Down a long, gated driveway on 1.1± acres, the property offers exceptional privacy, timeless charm, and effortless living. The thoughtfully designed estate features a beautifully crafted 4bd main home plus a separate 1b/1ba guest cottage with upstairs exercise room. Light filled t/o with dream gourmet kitchen and expansive primary suite. Lush gardens, sprawling lawns, water well, mountain views, and an outdoor kitchen create an idyllic setting for quiet moments surrounded by nature. Mere moments from Montecito's scenic hiking trails, in Cold Spring School District. Not impacted by recent fires or flooding.
Active
$8,995,000
850 Rockbridge Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
5beds
4,481sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1987
1.1 Acres Lot
$8,483,500 Zestimate®
$2,007/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 40 days
- 2,949
- 164
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Marsha Kotlyar Estate Group 01426886 805-565-4014,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 26-2482
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s), Steam Shower
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,481
- Total interior livable area: 4,481 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Garage, Inside Entrance, Epoxy Finished Floor, Circular Driveway, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Features
- Levels: Tri-Level
- Patio & porch: Patio, Deck
- Exterior features: Lawn, Yard Irrigation PRT
- Fencing: Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Other, Mountain(s), Ocean, Setting
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
Lot
- Size: 1.1 Acres
- Features: Level, Near Public Transit
- Topography: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Other, Studio
- Parcel number: 011040044
- Zoning: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Siding, Stucco
- Foundation: Mixed
- Roof: Composition,Metal
Condition
- Excellent
- Year built: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Other
- Water: Shared Well, Mont Wtr
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Santa Barbara
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $2,007/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,918,056
- Date on market: 7/28/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 132 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
Estimated market value
$8,483,500
$8.06M - $8.91M
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $8,995,000-4.8%$2,007/sqft |
Source:  SBMLS #26-2482 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2026 | Listing removed | $9,450,000$2,109/sqft |
Source:  CLAW #26765963 Report a problem | ||
| 5/26/2026 | Price change | $9,450,000-3.1%$2,109/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #26-1250 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $9,750,000+204.7%$2,176/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #26-1250 Report a problem | ||
| 3/3/2021 | Sold | $3,200,000-7.2%$714/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #20-3775 Report a problem | ||
| 1/27/2021 | Pending sale | $3,450,000$770/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #20-3775 Report a problem | ||
| 10/18/2020 | Listed for sale | $3,450,000$770/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway Home Services California Properties #20-3782 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2020 | Pending sale | $3,450,000$770/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway Home Services California Properties #20-3782 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2020 | Price change | $3,450,000-0.7%$770/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway #20-3775 Report a problem | ||
| 7/30/2020 | Price change | $3,475,000-0.4%$775/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2020 | Price change | $3,490,000-0.1%$779/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2020 | Listed for sale | $3,495,000-6.8%$780/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2019 | Listing removed | $3,750,000$837/sqft |
Source: Marcel P. Fraser Realtors #19-2105 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2019 | Price change | $3,750,000-2.6%$837/sqft |
Source: Marcel P. Fraser Realtors #19-2105 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2019 | Listed for sale | $3,850,000+17%$859/sqft |
Source: Marcel P. Fraser Realtors #19-2105 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2017 | Listing removed | $8,100$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2017 | Price change | $8,100-11%$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2017 | Price change | $9,100+2.2%$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/25/2017 | Listed for rent | $8,900-8.2%$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/28/2016 | Listing removed | $9,700+10.2%$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2014 | Listing removed | $8,800$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/26/2014 | Price change | $8,800-1.1%$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2014 | Price change | $8,900-1.1%$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/14/2014 | Listed for rent | $9,000$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/2/2014 | Listing removed | $3,290,000$734/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Santa Barbara #13-3402 Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2013 | Listed for sale | $3,290,000$734/sqft |
Source: Owner #12-3202 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $3,918,056 +10.4% |
| 2025 | $37,116 +4.4% | $3,549,781 +4.5% |
| 2024 | $35,562 +1.9% | $3,395,865 +2% |
| 2023 | $34,906 +1.6% | $3,329,280 +2% |
| 2022 | $34,366 +2.2% | $3,264,000 +161.5% |
| 2021 | $33,635 +155.3% | $1,247,951 +1% |
| 2020 | $13,177 +3.5% | $1,235,156 +2% |
| 2019 | $12,737 +2% | $1,210,938 +2% |
| 2018 | $12,489 +1.7% | $1,187,195 +2% |
| 2017 | $12,278 +2.7% | $1,163,918 +2% |
| 2016 | $11,958 +2.8% | $1,141,097 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $11,637 | $1,123,957 +2% |
| 2014 | $11,637 | $1,101,941 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,075,454 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $1,054,368 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,046,488 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,048,975 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,028,408 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,008,244 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $988,476 -7.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $1,064,468 +27.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $834,524 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $818,162 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $802,120 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $786,394 |
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Neighborhood: 93108
Nearby schools
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.
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