About this home

NORTHGATE HIGH SCHOOL!! Absolutely stunning and designed for effortless California living, 5279 S Montecito Drive combines beautiful finishes, an exceptional floor plan and incredible flexibility in one impressive home. From the moment you step inside, the light-filled interiors and expansive living spaces create an immediate sense of warmth and sophistication. At the heart of the home is a fabulous chef's kitchen featuring a large center island, abundant cabinetry and a spacious eat-in dining area, all opening seamlessly to the family room and backyard-perfect for everyday living and entertaining. One of the home's most special features is the private main-level guest wing, ideal for an au pair, in-laws, extended family or guests. This thoughtfully designed space includes a spacious bedroom with French doors, an adjoining sitting room or private office and a full bath, creating a wonderful sense of separation and privacy. Upstairs, four additional bedrooms and three full baths provide plenty of room to spread out. The spectacular primary retreat is truly a destination of its own, with gorgeous hillside views and a generous lounge area. The spa-inspired primary bath feels luxurious, featuring dual vanities with beautiful stone finishes, an oversized walk-in shower with dual showerheads, a large jetted soaking tub and a dramatic dual-sided fireplace. The backyard is made for entertaining, with multiple outdoor dining and gathering areas and three sets of French doors creating an effortless connection between indoors and out. Set on a desirable corner lot with exceptional privacy, this beautiful home offers space, versatility and a floor plan that is as functional as it is impressive. Beautifully appointed, incredibly spacious and designed for the way you want to live this is the one! Located near incredible hiking, biking trails and awesome schools including Northgate High School.

Facts and features

Schools

• Highlands Elementary School

  elementary · K-5 · 1.6 mi

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• Pine Hollow Middle School

  middle · 6-8 · 1.8 mi

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• College Park High School

  high · 9-12 · 4.8 mi

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• Wood Rose Academy

  elementary · K-8 · 0.8 mi

• Mt. Diablo Elementary School

  elementary · K-5 · 2.6 mi

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• Wood-Rose College Preparatory

  high · 9-12 · 1.0 mi

Price history

• Sep 22, 2026 · Listed$1,650,000
• Mar 31, 2020 · Sold$1,060,000
• Nov 14, 2008 · Sold$799,000
• Jul 8, 2004 · Sold$881,500

Tax history

• 2026$14,123 tax · $1,182,446 assessed
• 2025$13,800 tax · $1,182,446 assessed
• 2024$6,733 tax · $1,159,261 assessed
• 2023$13,237 tax · $1,114,247 assessed
• 2022$13,085 tax · $1,092,400 assessed
• 2021$12,784 tax · $1,070,981 assessed
• 2020$11,291 tax · $940,810 assessed
• 2019$11,154 tax · $922,364 assessed

Home value

$1,595,676

• Quantarium$1,595,676
• Cotality$1,612,200
• Collateral Analytics$1,399,000

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