For Statistical Purposes: Sited above Franceschi Park, this exquisitely reimagined gem offers a unique vantage point creating breathe taking panoramic views of the ocean, islands, harbor and city lights. A light-infused entry welcomes you to an open floor plan that flows from living to dining to the kitchen with a wall of window and stacking glass wall system connecting the expansive wrap around deck with ultimate indoor outdoor flow. Additional rooms on this level include the primary bedroom and bathroom plus large walk-in closet with laundry, office nook and guest bath. Located on the lower level two other bedrooms, 2 full baths and a a family room, are downstairs creating separation and privacy for guests.
Single-familyProperty Type
1973Year Built
Listed by Crysta Metzger• Coldwell Banker Realty
Listed by Alex Gallop•DRE #02020303• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with The Easter Team Team•DRE #00917775• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
From sunrise to sunset over Santa Barbara, the ocean and islands sparkle in the distance. This light filled home is perched above Mission Ridge; an open floor plan creates the perfect setting for casual living and easy entertaining. First level master bedroom with sitting area, guest parking and an elevator from the garage.
SBMLS #97-1638
Sep 17, 1997
Listing Removed
—
Jun 2, 1997
Listed
$599,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$30,077 (+1.7%)
$1,449,196 + $1,453,899
$2,903,095
2024
$29,560 (+1.9%)
$1,420,781 + $1,425,392
$2,846,173
2023
$29,021 (+1.7%)
$1,392,923 + $1,397,444
$2,790,367
2022
$28,535 (+42.3%)
$1,365,611 + $1,370,044
$2,735,655
2021
$20,055 (+1.0%)
$1,338,835 + $1,343,181
$2,682,016
2020
$19,848 (+2.8%)
$804,151 + $1,079,831
$1,883,982
2019
$19,300 (+3.1%)
$795,906 + $1,068,759
$1,864,665
2018
$18,712 (+3.4%)
$780,300 + $1,028,784
$1,809,084
2017
$18,094 (+96.8%)
$750,000 + $960,000
$1,710,000
2016
$9,193 (+1.1%)
$750,000 + $960,000
$1,710,000
2015
$9,090 (+1.7%)
$404,652 + $465,714
$870,366
2014
$8,941 (+0.5%)
$390,767 + $449,734
$840,501
2013
$8,901 (+11.2%)
$390,767 + $449,734
$840,501
2012
$8,004 (+2.3%)
$389,001 + $447,702
$836,703
2011
$7,820 (+0.7%)
$381,374 + $380,100
$761,474
2009
$7,768 (+2.7%)
$371,103 + $369,863
$740,966
2008
$7,563
$364,692 + $363,473
$728,165
Tax history for 1540 Franceschi Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$30,077 (+1.7%)
$1,449,196 + $1,453,899
$2,903,095
2024
$29,560 (+1.9%)
$1,420,781 + $1,425,392
$2,846,173
2023
$29,021 (+1.7%)
$1,392,923 + $1,397,444
$2,790,367
2022
$28,535 (+42.3%)
$1,365,611 + $1,370,044
$2,735,655
2021
$20,055 (+1.0%)
$1,338,835 + $1,343,181
$2,682,016
2020
$19,848 (+2.8%)
$804,151 + $1,079,831
$1,883,982
2019
$19,300 (+3.1%)
$795,906 + $1,068,759
$1,864,665
2018
$18,712 (+3.4%)
$780,300 + $1,028,784
$1,809,084
2017
$18,094 (+96.8%)
$750,000 + $960,000
$1,710,000
2016
$9,193 (+1.1%)
$750,000 + $960,000
$1,710,000
2015
$9,090 (+1.7%)
$404,652 + $465,714
$870,366
2014
$8,941 (+0.5%)
$390,767 + $449,734
$840,501
2013
$8,901 (+11.2%)
$390,767 + $449,734
$840,501
2012
$8,004 (+2.3%)
$389,001 + $447,702
$836,703
2011
$7,820 (+0.7%)
$381,374 + $380,100
$761,474
2009
$7,768 (+2.7%)
$371,103 + $369,863
$740,966
2008
$7,563
$364,692 + $363,473
$728,165
*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
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.4 Acres
Year renovated
1974
Sq. Ft.
2,740
Year built
1973
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
019102038
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
RS-25
One-Family Residence Zone
This zone is intended to provide areas for single-unit housing on individual lots at appropriate low densities of one unit per legal lot with allowances for an Accessory Dwelling Unit or Two-Unit Residential Development when certain standards are met. Designators (e.g. -25, -15) refer to minimum lot size in thousands of square ft or, in the case of RS-1A, acres. The regulations for the RS Zone are intended to limit activities which would be inharmonious with or injurious to the preservation and character of a residential environment. Nonresidential uses are limited to those that support daily life of neighborhoods and complement surrounding residential development. Nonresidential uses are strictly limited in order to mitigate impacts associated with nonresidential uses such as: traffic, increased parking demand, light, glare, and noise.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Livestock production
Garden center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Apr 18, 2025 • Final
Electrical
Install a new 240-volt electrical circuit for a hot tub.
Electrical
Dec 19, 2019 • Final
Residential miscellaneous
Remove the existing concrete tile and underlayment. Install new concrete tile and underlayment.
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Exterior
Property Information
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Lot Information
Zoning: R-1
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Roosevelt
Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.
High School: S.B. Sr.
Location Information
Cross Street: Mission Ridge
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,740
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: 1974
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 019102038
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Roosevelt Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.0mi
7/10
Santa Barbara Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
3/10
Santa Barbara Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
6/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 84° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
13 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9.9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$4.30M – $5.20M
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