Discover why porch sitting still matters and how to bring it back. A reflection on architecture, slow living, and community by Montecito Valley.

Learn how to rewild your California property with native plants that honor the land, conserve water, and create timeless beauty—guided by Montecito Valley Home.

Learn how to design a Santa Barbara garden that reflects beauty, sustainability, and slow living—guided by Montecito Valley’s expert coastal design principles.

Discover the origins of Montecito Valley—from citrus groves to coastal estates—and the California lifestyle rooted in heritage, land, and design.

We’re thrilled to welcome Bruce Frey to our team. With a proven track record leading top consumer brands, a passion for community, and a natural ability to guide clients through life’s big decisions, Bruce brings both seasoned expertise and genuine care to every interaction.

We’re in the Santa Barbara Independent this week, and it feels like a full circle moment. When we launched Montecito Valley, it was with a clear vision: to create a real estate group rooted in story, guided by design, and grounded in a deep love for this community.

At Montecito Valley, we’re in the business of telling stories—not just about properties, but about people, purpose, and place. And now, for the first time, Tyler’s telling his own.

This summer brought some meaningful changes—and one we’re especially excited to share. We’ve officially joined Village Properties.

We recently welcomed Mason Ray, Licensed Agent and Executive Assistant, to our team! As we grow, we recognize the need to restructure and rebrand.