Views of the iconic Santa Barbara Mission chapel immediately capture your attention from this 0.61-acre property, set along the coveted private enclave of Tornoe Road in Mission Canyon. The residence offers 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a flexible den or family room, featuring hardwood floors, open-beam ceilings, and a stone fireplace anchoring the living room, all oriented to enjoy ocean and mountain vistas alongside the historic Mission. Front and rear patios extend the living experience outdoors, complete with an inviting outdoor fireplace and peaceful settings ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Located in one of Santa Barbara's most desirable neighborhoods, this special home is just minutes from downtown, beaches, parks, schools, and dining.
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Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Sale and tax history for 975 Tornoe Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
SBMLS #25-4445
Aug 20, 2026
Rental Removed
$12,000
$6/sq ft
Dec 31, 2025
Listed for Rent
$12,000
$6/sq ft
SBMLS #25-4192
Dec 30, 2025
Sold
$2,200,000
$1,053/sq ft
Nov 18, 2025
Contingent
—
Nov 18, 2025
Listed
$2,200,000
$1,053/sq ft
+7
Enjoy sweeping ocean, island, city and mountain views from this 0.61 acre home on the coveted private Tornoe Rd. in the Mission Canyon area of Santa Barbara.2 bd,3ba with a den/family room. Hardwood floor, open beamed ceiling and a stone fireplace in the living room overlook the city and the historic Santa Barbara Seminary. Front and rear patios include an outdoor fireplace and stunning vistas. In need of updating, this fixer home offers endless possibilities in a highly desirable neighborhood, minutes to downtown, parks schools, restaurants and beaches.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,461 (+1.6%)
$1,200,000 + $1,000,000
$2,200,000
2024
$2,423 (+1.7%)
$71,047 + $134,589
$205,636
2023
$2,382 (+1.6%)
$69,654 + $131,950
$201,604
2022
$2,345 (+2.2%)
$68,289 + $129,363
$197,652
2021
$2,295 (+0.9%)
$66,950 + $126,827
$193,777
2020
$2,273 (+1.8%)
$65,638 + $124,341
$189,979
2019
$2,233 (+1.6%)
$64,965 + $123,067
$188,032
2018
$2,199 (+3.8%)
$63,692 + $120,654
$184,346
2017
$2,118 (−0.6%)
$61,220 + $115,970
$177,190
2016
$2,130 (+1.0%)
$61,220 + $115,970
$177,190
2015
$2,109 (−19.7%)
$60,020 + $113,697
$173,717
2014
$2,625 (+1.4%)
$57,961 + $109,797
$167,758
2013
$2,588 (+6.1%)
$57,961 + $109,797
$167,758
2012
$2,439 (+1.9%)
$57,700 + $109,301
$167,001
2011
$2,395 (+1.3%)
$56,569 + $107,158
$163,727
2009
$2,364 (+8.3%)
$55,046 + $104,272
$159,318
2008
$2,182
$54,096 + $102,471
$156,567
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
7/10
Roosevelt Elementary School
Public, K-6 • Assigned • 0.9mi
3/10
Santa Barbara Junior High School
Public, 7-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
6/10
Santa Barbara Senior High School
Public, 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
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About Mission Canyon
Heights
Mission Canyon Heights, located between Mission Canyon Road and the Santa Ynez Mountains foothills, is a hillside and residential Mission Canyon neighborhood with winding canyon lanes and trail-forward scenery. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Mission Canyon Road corridor near Rocky Nook Park, where cyclists, hikers, and dog-walkers set the tempo. Architecture leans to mid-century ranch homes, Spanish-influenced details, and tucked-away cottages on terraced lots. Rocky Nook Park functions as the outdoor living room, with picnic lawns and creekside shade. The Santa Barbara Botanic Garden adds a strong sense of place through native-plant landscapes and canyon paths. Days often revolve around trailheads, garden walks, and quiet views across the canyon.
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Public facts and zoning for 975 Tornoe Rd
Beds
3
Baths
3
Sq. Ft.
2,089
Stories
—
Lot Size
0.61 Acres
Style
Single Family Residential
Year Built
1954
Year Renovated
1955
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
023180018
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026.
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Zoning
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
0.93% 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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Estimated sale price
$2.38M – $2.88M
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In-unit amenities
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