$2,615,000
SOLD NOV 22, 2024
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,486 Sq Ft
0.52 Acres

Recently Sold

$1,052 Per Sq Ft

5% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Deck
  • Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
  • Fruit Trees
  • Ranch Style House

About This Home

As of February 2025

Step into classic mid-century architecture with this 1952 gem, where expansive glass walls invite the outdoors in, creating seamless indoor-outdoor living. Nestled on a half-acre parcel in peaceful Mission Canyon, this property offers sweeping ocean, coastline and mountain views from its large patio and sparkling pool—perfect for soaking up Santa Barbara's sunny lifestyle. With its original design elements intact, the home presents a rare opportunity to restore a true mid-century masterpiece while adding your own modern touch. Located just minutes from the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, scenic hiking trails and the Old Mission, this is a unique retreat waiting to be reimagined.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kelly Knight

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01463617

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Calcagno

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01499736 / 01129919

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,709

Year Built

  • Built in 1952

Lot Details

  • 0.52 Acre Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Fruit Trees
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Property is in good condition
  • Property is zoned E-1

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 3 Open Parking Spaces

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Island
  • Panoramic
  • City
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Raised Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,486 Sq Ft Home
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Open Floorplan
  • Dining Area
  • Game Room
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Gas Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Built-In Electric Oven
  • Built-In Electric Range

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Pool
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Shed
  • Built-In Barbecue

Location

  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Roosevelt Elementary School
  • S.B. Jr. Middle School
  • S.B. Sr. High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Wall Furnace
  • Septic System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 15 Mission Canyon Subdivision
  • Foothills

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Potted Plants
  • Assessor Parcel Number 023-051-040
  • Seller Concessions Offered
  • Seller Will Consider Concessions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,709

Year Built

Built in 1952

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Directions: Mission Canyon Rd to Tunnel Rd; left on Tunnel Ridge Lane (private lane) towards top of hill. Property located on the right.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Gas Hookup
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name: 15 - Mission Canyon
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Reso Flooring: Laminate, Hardwood
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Good
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1952
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.52
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Roosevelt
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • View Panoramic2: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Exterior Wood Siding: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Interior Access: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Attached: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Pool: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Drought Tolerant LND2: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Rooms Family Room4: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • Property Information Main House SqFt: 2486.0
  • GroundsLandscaping Built-in BBQ: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Area2: Yes
  • Dining In Kitchen4: Yes
  • Condition Good2: Yes
  • WaterSewer Septic In: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Deck3: Yes
  • Other Buildings Shed: Yes
  • ViewOcean: Yes
  • View Islands: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced BCK: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Total # Uncovered Spaces: 3.0
  • FlrWdw Coverings Laminate2: Yes
  • Laundry Gas Hookup2: Yes
  • Foundation Raised: Yes
  • View City4: Yes
  • LocationTopo Foothills2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Unc #33: Yes
  • Dining In Living Room2: Yes
  • Rooms Game Room3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Built-In Electric Range: Yes
  • ParkingGarage:Total _pound_ Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Electric Range, Built-In Electric Oven
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: LR
  • Appliances Included:Built-In Electric Oven: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountain(s), Islands, Ocean, City, Setting, Panoramic
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Acres: 0.52
  • Topography: Foothills
  • Exclusions: Potted Plants
  • Exterior Features: Pool, Deck, Patio Open, Fruit Trees, Fenced: BCK, Drought Tolerant LND
  • Foundation Details: Raised

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 3.0
  • Parking Features: Gar #2, Unc #3, Interior Access, Attached

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, Wall Furnace
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: SB Wtr
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes
  • Heating:Wall Furnace: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Association/Amenities

  • Unit 1 Amenities:Cathedral Ceiling(s)2: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Roosevelt
  • High School: S.B. Sr.
  • Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 023-051-040
  • Zoning: E-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 22651.2
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Sold $2,655,000 0.0% $1,068 / Sq Ft
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Pending -- -- --
02/04/2025 02/04/25 For Sale $2,655,000 +1.5% $1,068 / Sq Ft
11/22/2024 11/22/24 Sold $2,615,000 +4.8% $1,052 / Sq Ft
10/20/2024 10/20/24 Pending -- -- --
10/16/2024 10/16/24 For Sale $2,495,000 -- $1,004 / Sq Ft
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2023 $1,709 $161,014 $60,683 $100,331
2022 $1,645 $157,858 $59,494 $98,364
2021 $1,604 $154,764 $58,328 $96,436
2020 $1,586 $153,178 $57,730 $95,448
2019 $1,557 $150,176 $56,599 $93,577
2018 $1,533 $147,233 $55,490 $91,743
2017 $1,481 $144,347 $54,402 $89,945
2016 $1,554 $141,518 $53,336 $88,182
2014 $1,513 $136,663 $51,506 $85,157
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,710,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $2,655,000 Fidelity National Title Compan
Grant Deed $2,615,000 Fidelity National Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

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Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 24-3440

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 023-051-040