Stylish circa 1928 French Normandy style home, nestled discreetly into the Santa Barbara foothills, offering ocean, island and city views. Spacious and flexible floor plan, comprised of four bedrooms and two baths, den, sitting room, sunroom and formal dining room; complete with 'of era' architectural elements and built-ins. Thoughtfully designed by Henry Howell, of Plunkett and Howell and lovingly maintained for just shy of one century. Situated on just under one quarter acre of professionally manicured grounds, with ~3,000 sq feet under roof. The ideal home for entertaining, offering unfettered access to multiple South facing decks, BBQ area and heated plunge pool. Arguably, one of the rarest finds in the Mission Canyon neighborhood, offering a piece of Santa Barbara history, with the perfect amount of Provence influence. Close proximity to renowned local restaurants, area parks and boutique shopping. Truly, an irreplaceable property.
Stylish circa 1928 French Normandy style home, nestled discreetly into the Santa Barbara foothills, offering ocean, island and city views. Spacious and flexible floor plan, comprised of four bedrooms and two baths, den, sitting room, sunroom and formal dining room; complete with 'of era' architectural elements and built-ins.Thoughtfully designed by Henry Howell, of Plunkett and Howell and lovingly maintained for just shy of one century.Situated on just under one quarter acre of professionally manicured grounds, with ~3,000 sq feet under roof. The ideal home for entertaining, offering unfettered access to multiple South facing decks, BBQ area and heated plunge pool.Arguably, one of the rarest finds in the Mission Canyon neighborhood, offering a piece of Santa Barbara history, with the perfect amount of Provence influence.Close proximity to renowned local restaurants, area parks and boutique shopping.Truly, an irreplaceable property.
TheMLS #20-563370
May 14, 2020
Pending
—
May 14, 2020
Sold
$1,465,000
$488/sq ft
Mar 11, 2020
Listed
$1,595,000
$532/sq ft
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Stylish circa 1928 French Normandy style home, nestled discreetly into the Santa Barbara foothills, offering ocean, island and city views. Spacious and flexible floor plan, comprised of four bedrooms and two baths, den, sitting room, sunroom and formal dining room; complete with 'of era' architectural elements and built-ins. Thoughtfully designed by Henry Howell, of Plunkett and Howell and lovingly maintained for just shy of one century. Situated on just under one quarter acre of professionally manicured grounds, with ~3,000 sq feet under roof. The ideal home for entertaining, offering unfettered access to multiple South facing decks, BBQ area and heated plunge pool. Arguably, one of the rarest finds in the Mission Canyon neighborhood, offering a piece of Santa Barbara history, with the perfect amount of Provence influence. Close proximity to renowned local restaurants, area parks and boutique shopping. Truly, an irreplaceable property.
SBMLS #20-883
May 12, 2020
Sold
$1,465,000
$488/sq ft
Apr 29, 2020
Pending
—
Apr 14, 2020
Contingent
—
Mar 9, 2020
Listed
$1,595,000
$532/sq ft
SBMLS #93-3647
Sep 28, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Oct 11, 1993
Listed
$395,000
$132/sq ft
SBMLS #93-1216
Sep 28, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Mar 29, 1993
Listed
$450,000
$150/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 16, 2013
Sold
$1,310,500
$437/sq ft
SBMLS #13-1137
Aug 16, 2013
Sold
$1,350,000
$450/sq ft
Apr 8, 2013
Listed
$1,395,000
$465/sq ft
SBMLS #11-464
Feb 8, 2011
Listed
$1,495,000
$498/sq ft
SBMLS #06-143
Apr 19, 2006
Sold
$1,625,000
$542/sq ft
Mar 24, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Jan 9, 2006
Listed
$1,700,000
$567/sq ft
SBMLS #94-1735
Jul 29, 1994
Sold
$389,000
$130/sq ft
Jun 9, 1994
Listing Removed
—
May 17, 1994
Listed
$389,900
$130/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 11, 1984
Sold
$242,500
$81/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,179 (+1.7%)
$752,972 + $881,256
$1,634,228
2024
$16,889 (+1.8%)
$738,208 + $863,977
$1,602,185
2023
$16,587 (+1.7%)
$723,734 + $847,037
$1,570,771
2022
$16,307 (+2.3%)
$709,544 + $830,429
$1,539,973
2021
$15,938 (+0.3%)
$695,632 + $814,147
$1,509,779
2020
$15,888 (+1.8%)
$681,993 + $798,184
$1,480,177
2019
$15,612 (+1.4%)
$840,670 + $627,839
$1,468,509
2018
$15,390 (+3.5%)
$824,187 + $615,529
$1,439,716
2017
$14,875 (+2.5%)
$792,184 + $591,628
$1,383,812
2016
$14,514 (+1.1%)
$792,184 + $591,628
$1,383,812
2015
$14,358 (−2.1%)
$776,651 + $580,028
$1,356,679
2014
$14,673 (+35.9%)
$750,000 + $560,125
$1,310,125
2013
$10,795 (+1.7%)
$750,000 + $560,125
$1,310,125
2012
$10,612 (+0.4%)
$525,000 + $425,000
$950,000
2011
$10,574 (−22.1%)
$525,000 + $425,000
$950,000
2009
$13,574 (−8.6%)
$647,660 + $520,760
$1,168,420
2008
$14,851
$765,000 + $616,000
$1,381,000
Tax history for 857 Cheltenham Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,179 (+1.7%)
$752,972 + $881,256
$1,634,228
2024
$16,889 (+1.8%)
$738,208 + $863,977
$1,602,185
2023
$16,587 (+1.7%)
$723,734 + $847,037
$1,570,771
2022
$16,307 (+2.3%)
$709,544 + $830,429
$1,539,973
2021
$15,938 (+0.3%)
$695,632 + $814,147
$1,509,779
2020
$15,888 (+1.8%)
$681,993 + $798,184
$1,480,177
2019
$15,612 (+1.4%)
$840,670 + $627,839
$1,468,509
2018
$15,390 (+3.5%)
$824,187 + $615,529
$1,439,716
2017
$14,875 (+2.5%)
$792,184 + $591,628
$1,383,812
2016
$14,514 (+1.1%)
$792,184 + $591,628
$1,383,812
2015
$14,358 (−2.1%)
$776,651 + $580,028
$1,356,679
2014
$14,673 (+35.9%)
$750,000 + $560,125
$1,310,125
2013
$10,795 (+1.7%)
$750,000 + $560,125
$1,310,125
2012
$10,612 (+0.4%)
$525,000 + $425,000
$950,000
2011
$10,574 (−22.1%)
$525,000 + $425,000
$950,000
2009
$13,574 (−8.6%)
$647,660 + $520,760
$1,168,420
2008
$14,851
$765,000 + $616,000
$1,381,000
*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
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,276
Year renovated
2025
Sq. Ft.
3,000
Year built
1928
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
023164003
Parking Spaces
3
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
$0 /month
Garage
Yes
Features
Views, Green, Pool
Last updated by owner on Apr 10, 2026.
7-R-1
D
Single Family Residential Zone
The R-1 zones are applied to areas appropriately located for one-family living at a reasonable range of population densities, consistent with sound standards of public health, safety, and welfare. This zone is intended to protect the residential characteristics ofan area and to promote a suitable environment for family life.
Zone overlays
Design Control Overlay Zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Community / recreation center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Waste transfer station
Lodging-Full service
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Gar #2
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: No
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Dining Information
Dining Area
Interior Features
Laundry Features: In Garage
Fireplace Features: 2
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Hardwood
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Raised, Mixed
Exterior Features: Pool, Deck
Construction Materials: Stucco
Roof: Composition
Property Information
Architectural Style: FR Normand
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Property Condition: Good
Levels: Two
Lot Information
View: Mountain(s), Ocean, City
Lot Features: Near Public Transit
Zoning: R-1
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling Available: Yes
Cooling: Evaporative Cooling
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Roosevelt
Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.
High School: S.B. Sr.
Location Information
Cross Street: Tye Road
Directions: Foothill to Cheltenham
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,000
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 3
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 8,276 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1928
Year Renovated: 2025
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 023164003
HOA Dues: $0/month
Garage: Yes
Features: Views, Green, Pool
Home facts updated by owner on Apr 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Roosevelt Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.9mi
7/10
Santa Barbara Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
3/10
Santa Barbara Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.77% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
10 days above 84° expected this year, 26 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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Santa Barbara, CA • 93105
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.9 hours in
June and 5.7 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$2.53M – $3.07M
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