True magic is hard to come by, but this remarkable ocean-view home in Santa Barbara has an enchanting personality that will convince you that magic really does live within these walls! It is the home of music legend John Mellencamp and has been styled to perfection by iconic LA interior designer Trevor Goff. You can tell at first glance that it is an idyllic spot to retreat from ordinary life. The views alone make this house worth every penny! Every inch of the 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is filled with character, but the main bedroom is truly exceptional with a wood-burning fireplace and access to an outdoor patio and hot tub. Magic is not easy to get to - if it was, everyone would have it - but magic is everywhere in this house! Come and discover it for yourself.
Single-familyProperty Type
1980Year Built
$2,240Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Eric Sadler•DRE #01410245• Luxton Real Estate
Bought with Ali Evans•DRE #01846603• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Welcome to the Top of the World. Up the Olive Tree lined driveway sits this classic single level adobe style home, with ocean views stretching from Gaviota to Catalina Island. The home retains a beautifully rustic feel while being totally updated and open, with wood beam ceilings, Saltillo tiles, exposed adobe brick and large picture windows capturing the views throughout . There are 3 bedrooms and 2 baths with mountain or ocean views. A romantic and cozy main bedroom with wood burning fireplace is just steps to your outdoor patio and hot tub. Bonus shed, horse stall and riding trails complete the package. This home offers optimal peace, quiet and privacy with one of the greatest views you will ever find. Adjoining 10 acre property and home at 1150 Toro Canyon Rd also available for sale.
SBMLS #98-3277
Sep 28, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Nov 11, 1998
Listed
$935,000
$519/sq ft
SBMLS #97-1476
Sep 28, 2016
Listing Removed
—
May 15, 1997
Listed
$849,000
$472/sq ft
SBMLS #03-2257
Feb 6, 2004
Sold
$1,195,000
$664/sq ft
Dec 26, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Jul 11, 2003
Listed
$1,350,000
$750/sq ft
SBMLS #02-2021
Aug 19, 2002
Listing Removed
—
Jul 17, 2002
Listed
$1,249,000
$694/sq ft
SBMLS #02-1760
Aug 19, 2002
Listing Removed
—
Jun 25, 2002
Listed
$1,249,000
$694/sq ft
SBMLS #00-990
Jun 4, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Jan 14, 2000
Listed
$925,000
$514/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 7, 1988
Sold
$612,000
$340/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$39,740 (+2.0%)
$3,030,809 + $813,121
$3,843,930
2024
$38,965 (+3.8%)
$2,971,382 + $797,178
$3,768,560
2023
$37,526 (+41.2%)
$2,913,120 + $781,548
$3,694,668
2022
$26,574 (+59.2%)
$2,800,000 + $751,200
$3,551,200
2021
$16,692 (+1.0%)
$2,040,000 + $459,000
$2,499,000
2020
$16,527 (+2.0%)
$1,228,136 + $341,508
$1,569,644
2019
$16,206 (+1.6%)
$1,215,543 + $338,007
$1,553,550
2018
$15,953 (+1.7%)
$1,191,709 + $331,380
$1,523,089
2017
$15,679 (+1.7%)
$1,145,435 + $318,513
$1,463,948
2016
$15,409 (+1.1%)
$1,145,435 + $318,513
$1,463,948
2015
$15,238 (+6.3%)
$1,122,976 + $312,268
$1,435,244
2014
$14,337 (+0.1%)
$1,084,441 + $301,553
$1,385,994
2013
$14,316 (+1.9%)
$1,084,441 + $301,553
$1,385,994
2012
$14,049 (+2.0%)
$1,079,540 + $300,191
$1,379,731
2011
$13,777 (+0.5%)
$1,058,373 + $294,305
$1,352,678
2009
$13,714 (+1.9%)
$1,029,867 + $286,379
$1,316,246
2008
$13,460
$1,012,073 + $281,432
$1,293,505
Tax history for 1200 Toro Cyn
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$39,740 (+2.0%)
$3,030,809 + $813,121
$3,843,930
2024
$38,965 (+3.8%)
$2,971,382 + $797,178
$3,768,560
2023
$37,526 (+41.2%)
$2,913,120 + $781,548
$3,694,668
2022
$26,574 (+59.2%)
$2,800,000 + $751,200
$3,551,200
2021
$16,692 (+1.0%)
$2,040,000 + $459,000
$2,499,000
2020
$16,527 (+2.0%)
$1,228,136 + $341,508
$1,569,644
2019
$16,206 (+1.6%)
$1,215,543 + $338,007
$1,553,550
2018
$15,953 (+1.7%)
$1,191,709 + $331,380
$1,523,089
2017
$15,679 (+1.7%)
$1,145,435 + $318,513
$1,463,948
2016
$15,409 (+1.1%)
$1,145,435 + $318,513
$1,463,948
2015
$15,238 (+6.3%)
$1,122,976 + $312,268
$1,435,244
2014
$14,337 (+0.1%)
$1,084,441 + $301,553
$1,385,994
2013
$14,316 (+1.9%)
$1,084,441 + $301,553
$1,385,994
2012
$14,049 (+2.0%)
$1,079,540 + $300,191
$1,379,731
2011
$13,777 (+0.5%)
$1,058,373 + $294,305
$1,352,678
2009
$13,714 (+1.9%)
$1,029,867 + $286,379
$1,316,246
2008
$13,460
$1,012,073 + $281,432
$1,293,505
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6.03 Acres
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
1,800
Year built
1980
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
155010052
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
RMZ-40
Resource Management Resource Protection Zone
The purpose of the RMZ (Resource Management) zones is to protect lands that are unsuited for intensive development and that have: Slopes in excess of 40 percent; or Valleys surrounded by slopes exceeding 40 percent; or Isolated table land surrounded by slopes exceeding 40 percent; or Areas with outstanding resource values, including environmentally sensitive habitats and/or watersheds. The intent is to allow reasonable but limited development because of extreme fire hazards, minimum services, and/or environmental constraints, and to encourage the preservation of these areas for uses including grazing, scientific and educational study, and limited residential uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Waste transfer station
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Other
Attached Garage: No
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Common Area
Fireplace Features: Primary Bedroom, 2, Gas, LR
Appliances: Gas Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Stove, Washer