Montecito

From its beautiful curving beaches lined with Monterey cypress.

Listings

For Sale
MLS® 24-2743

$37,500,000

465 Hot Springs Road, MONTECITO, CA 93108
9 Beds 14 Baths 15,355 Sq.Ft.
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MLS® 24-2020

$36,500,000

880 Picacho Lane, MONTECITO, CA 93108
5 Beds 8 Baths 10,776 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 24-3770

$34,500,000

1803 Fernald Point Lane, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93108
5 Beds 6 Baths 5,945 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 25-21

$34,500,000

356 Woodley Road, MONTECITO, CA 93108
5 Beds 5 Baths 7,518 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 25-112

$33,500,000

1084 Golf Road, MONTECITO, CA 93108
8 Beds 10 Baths 8,755 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 24-2867

$33,000,000

2925 Sycamore Canyon Road, MONTECITO, CA 93108
7 Beds 8 Baths 10,700 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 24-1256

$29,995,000

888 Lilac Drive, MONTECITO, CA 93108
6 Beds 8 Baths 13,599 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 24-1255

$29,995,000

888 Lilac Drive, MONTECITO, CA 93108
6 Beds 8 Baths 13,599 Sq.Ft.
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MLS® 24-2347

$26,000,000

1640 E Mountain Drive, MONTECITO, CA 93108
7 Beds 12 Baths 14,008 Sq.Ft.

Welcome to Montecito

 
Known as an enclave of the wealthy and the famous, Montecito has the feel of a protective and peaceful oasis or an extended parkland. From its beautiful curving beaches lined with Monterey cypress, palms, and eucalyptus to the high desert foothill properties studded with boulders, agave, and sagebrush, Montecito is a showcase of Nature’s beauty. Butterfly Beach, named for the migrating Monarchs that visit each year, is further beautified by the lawn and gardens of the Four Seasons Biltmore Hotel and its elegant glass-enclosed beach club, the Coral Casino.
 
A little inland, most of the properties are graced with large, old-growth trees and many exotic plants and shrubs originally brought to this area from Asia and Australia by whaling captains in the 19th Century. Lotusland is a very special botanical garden with an unusual collection of cacti and succulents that is accessible through reserved tours.
 
Two tasteful shopping avenues stretch like strands of Christmas lights across the main wooded expanse of Montecito, creating two “centers”, fondly referred to as the Upper and Lower Villages. Both have an abundance of gourmet restaurants, fine boutiques, and coffee shops as well as office spaces and in the Upper Village, there is also a post office, hardware, library, pharmacy, and church.
 
East Valley Road further divides this area north to south, lined by tall trees and large gated estates and ending in the rural ranch area of Toro Canyon. Pacifica Graduate Institute has its campus here at the edge of Carpinteria, frequently sponsoring public seminars with well-known academics.
 
Montecito is also home to a tennis club and three golf clubs within minutes of each other: Montecito Country Club, Valley Club, and Birnam Wood. Thanks to many generous donors, numerous public parks, riding, and hiking trails are woven through the landscape and even a rustic hot springs area is accessible on foot.
 
Both the public and private schools in this area have excellent ratings and include Public – Cold Springs Elementary School and Montecito Union Elementary School. Private: Our Lady of Mt. Carmel School; Crane School; Howard School; All Saints by the Sea Nursery.

Overview for Montecito, CA

8,494 people live in Montecito, where the median age is 49.2 and the average individual income is $117,908. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

8,494

Total Population

49.2 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$117,908

Average individual Income

Around Montecito, CA

There's plenty to do around Montecito, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

19
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
39
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Welcome Coffee Cart, AfroFusion Catering, and Longoria Wines.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Welcome Coffee Cart Logo
Dining · $ 4.44 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
AfroFusion Catering Logo
Dining 4.44 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Longoria Wines Logo
Dining 3.77 miles 19 reviews 5/5 stars
The Santa Barbara Smoke House Logo
Dining 2.94 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Zaca Coffee Trailer Logo
Dining 3.33 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Asher Market Logo
Shopping 3.65 miles 13 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Montecito, CA

Population Households Employment

Montecito has 3,207 households, with an average household size of 2.3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Montecito do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 8,494 people call Montecito home. The population density is 925.58 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

8,494

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

49.2

Median Age

45.15 / 54.85%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
3,207

Total Households

2.3

Average Household Size

$117,908

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Without Children:

Marital Status

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Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

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15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Montecito, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby Montecito. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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