Breathtaking panoramic ocean, island, Mission and city views from this wonderfully updated 3 Bd 2.5 Bath contemporary Mission Canyon home. Wall to wall glass takes in the panorama of Santa Barbara. The gourmet kitchen features gorgeous stone countertops, custom Maple cabinetry & newer stainless steel appliances accented with travertine floors & custom lighting. Each room has its own stunning view. This amazing view home has incredibly desirable features making it stand out above the other homes in area. Not only do you enjoy the ever changing landscape and weather minute to minute, but the artistic features and easy maintenance of this home make Coastal living even better. On the main floor, the living room and formal dining have vaulted ceilings accented with custom marble fireplace and floors. The Master En-suite has a walk-in closet, spacious bath and a sunset view balcony (half bath conveniently located adjacent to the living room). Two bedrooms, bath and laundry downstairs are private & offer amazing views. Office (or home theatre) provides a much desired flexible space, along with the attached 2 car garage. Ample parking is a plus! On .26 acre, the expansive grounds of this property are located between 2 streets and has unobstructed views. The drought tolerant landscape, terraced with drip and ground cover, feature an outdoor dining terrace with Barbeque, fruit trees, vegetable and fern garden plus a hammock terrace. Custom lighting, air-conditioning and all appliances are included. This incredible haven is conveniently moments from downtown, shopping and the amenities of Mission Canyon, and still a peaceful respite above it all.
Single-familyProperty Type
1983Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$1,125Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Mary Layman• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Bought with Tim Johnson•DRE #01426239• Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara
SELLER WILL CONSIDER ALL OFFERS BETWEEN $649,000 & $748,876.BAY AREA LIFESTYLE, SPECTACULAR PANORAMIC OCEAN, ISLAND, CITY LIGHT, MISSION VIEWS FROM ALMOST EVERY ROOM. SPACIOUS, OPEN FAMILY ROOM/OFFICE LOFT. MASTER BDR HAS SUNSET VIEWS & PRIVATE SPA DECK. HILLSIDE LOT W/LOW MAINT PLTS & DRIP SYST.LBCF 8-5:30 682-4717 M-F; LB APPT W/E CAROL MINEAU 886-9284
SBMLS #00-640
May 17, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Feb 25, 2000
Listed
$749,000
$342/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 19, 1995
Sold
$296,000
$135/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$22,067 (+1.8%)
$734,883 + $1,335,029
$2,069,912
2025
$21,681 (+9.3%)
$734,883 + $1,335,029
$2,069,912
2024
$19,835 (+12.9%)
$710,274 + $1,176,252
$1,886,526
2023
$17,573 (+5.5%)
$696,348 + $1,153,189
$1,849,537
2022
$16,651 (+2.3%)
$682,695 + $950,382
$1,633,077
2021
$16,275 (+1.0%)
$669,309 + $872,924
$1,542,233
2020
$16,110 (+1.8%)
$656,186 + $855,808
$1,511,994
2019
$15,829 (+1.4%)
$649,458 + $847,033
$1,496,491
2018
$15,602 (+3.5%)
$636,724 + $830,425
$1,467,149
2017
$15,079 (+57.2%)
$612,000 + $798,180
$1,410,180
2016
$9,594 (+1.1%)
$612,000 + $798,180
$1,410,180
2015
$9,491 (−4.0%)
$572,797 + $318,218
$891,015
2014
$9,885 (+0.7%)
$553,143 + $307,300
$860,443
2013
$9,815 (+3.7%)
$553,143 + $307,300
$860,443
2012
$9,466 (+2.2%)
$550,644 + $305,912
$856,556
2011
$9,261 (+0.8%)
$539,848 + $299,914
$839,762
2009
$9,187 (+3.6%)
$525,308 + $291,837
$817,145
2008
$8,870
$516,232 + $286,796
$803,028
Tax history for 946 Cheltenham Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$22,067 (+1.8%)
$734,883 + $1,335,029
$2,069,912
2025
$21,681 (+9.3%)
$734,883 + $1,335,029
$2,069,912
2024
$19,835 (+12.9%)
$710,274 + $1,176,252
$1,886,526
2023
$17,573 (+5.5%)
$696,348 + $1,153,189
$1,849,537
2022
$16,651 (+2.3%)
$682,695 + $950,382
$1,633,077
2021
$16,275 (+1.0%)
$669,309 + $872,924
$1,542,233
2020
$16,110 (+1.8%)
$656,186 + $855,808
$1,511,994
2019
$15,829 (+1.4%)
$649,458 + $847,033
$1,496,491
2018
$15,602 (+3.5%)
$636,724 + $830,425
$1,467,149
2017
$15,079 (+57.2%)
$612,000 + $798,180
$1,410,180
2016
$9,594 (+1.1%)
$612,000 + $798,180
$1,410,180
2015
$9,491 (−4.0%)
$572,797 + $318,218
$891,015
2014
$9,885 (+0.7%)
$553,143 + $307,300
$860,443
2013
$9,815 (+3.7%)
$553,143 + $307,300
$860,443
2012
$9,466 (+2.2%)
$550,644 + $305,912
$856,556
2011
$9,261 (+0.8%)
$539,848 + $299,914
$839,762
2009
$9,187 (+3.6%)
$525,308 + $291,837
$817,145
2008
$8,870
$516,232 + $286,796
$803,028
*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
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
1983
Sq. Ft.
2,228
Year built
1983
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
023142019
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 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
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Inside Entrance
Attached Garage: No
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Room Information
Office
Library/Study
Dining Information
In Living Room
In Kitchen
Formal
Breakfast Area
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Gas Hookup, Common Area
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Gas
Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Stove, Microwave, Washer
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Carpet, Marble, Tile
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Mixed
Exterior Features: Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation PRT, Drought Tolerant LND
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Stucco
Roof: Composition
Property Information
Architectural Style: Contemporary
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Property Condition: Excellent
Levels: Tri-Level
Lot Information
View: Ocean, City, Harbor, Panoramic
Lot Features: Steep Slope
Zoning: R-1
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling Available: Yes
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Utilities Information
Sewer: Sewer Hookup
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
School Information
Elementary School: Roosevelt
Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.
High School: S.B. Sr.
Location Information
Cross Street: Foothill
Directions: Foothill to Tye Road, go left. Take Cheltenham up the hill, house on the right.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,228
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1983
Year Renovated: 1983
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 023142019
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Roosevelt Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.0mi
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
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Estimated sale price
$2.34M – $2.84M
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