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3 beds2,287 sqft$822/sqft
839 Mission Canyon Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.42 acresLot Size
$822/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

The charm of yesteryear meets the comforts of 21st century living in this thoroughly and impeccably renovated circa 1900 California Craftsman home and its delightful guest cottage. Thanks to years of upgrades guided by masterful construction, design and landscape professionals, this nearly one-half acre mini-estate is worthy of awards and accolades. Many of the original accoutrements in the main residence and cottage have been preserved. Wainscoting, picture railings and beadboard paneling are here,...The charm of yesteryear meets the comforts of 21st century living in this thoroughly and impeccably renovated circa 1900 California Craftsman home and its delightful guest cottage. Thanks to years of upgrades guided by masterful construction, design and landscape professionals, this nearly one-half acre mini-estate is worthy of awards and accolades. Many of the original accoutrements in the main residence and cottage have been preserved. Wainscoting, picture railings and beadboard paneling are here, as are wood floors, leaded windows and a brick fireplace. Noticeably new are dual-pane windows, abundant storage, and the kitchen's marble counters, Shaker cabinetry, and high-end appliances with names like Bosch, Liebherr, Bertazzoni and Gaggenau. The bathrooms feature designer enhancements
  • Listed by: Dusty J Baker 805.570.0102 dusty@dustybakergroup.com DRE #01908615 • Sotheby's International Realty
Listing closed: 12/11/2019 04:00 PM • Source: Santa Barbara AOR, MLS#: 19-3246

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Median sold price

$1,995,000

Avg days on market

85

Sale-to-list ratio

90.2%

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Location

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Sold By Compass, Melissa Miller, DRE #20240124232019291599000000

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Property Information for 839 Mission Canyon Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Home/Estate / Single Family
  • Property Information:Within City Limits: No
  • Zoning: Other
  • Zoning:Other: Yes
  • Location Info:Cross Street: Foothill Rd.
  • Architectural Style: Cal. Cottage, Craftsman
  • Style:Cal. Cottage: Yes
  • Style:Craftsman: Yes
  • Construction:Single Story: Yes
  • Property Information:Recurring Fees: No
Building Information
  • Lot Size: 0.42 AC / 18,295 SF
Details
Features
  • District: 15 - SB/EAST OF STATE
  • District: 15 - SB/EAST OF STATE
  • Amenities:Dual Pane Window: Yes
  • Amenities:Guest House: Yes
  • Amenities:Remodeled Bath: Yes
  • Amenities:Remodeled Kitchen: Yes
  • Diningroom Features: Dining Area
  • Dining:Dining Area: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Patio Open, Patio Covered, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation PRT, Fenced: PRT, Drought Tolerant LND, Permeable Driveway, Patio Open2, Patio Covered2, BBQ, Fruit Trees2, Fenced PRT, Drought Tolerant LND2, Permeable Driveway2
  • Exterior:Wood Siding: Yes
  • Exterior:Wood Shingles: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: LR
  • Fireplace(s):LR: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings:Hardwood: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings:Tile: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings:Other: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Common Area
  • Laundry:Common Area: Yes
  • Roof: Composition
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Rooms: Art Studio, Office
  • Rooms:Art Studio: Yes
  • Rooms:Office: Yes
  • Security:Security System: Yes
  • Security:Gate:Elec: Yes
  • View:Setting: Yes
  • View:Wooded: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Yard Irrigation PRT: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Patio Open: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Patio Covered: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Built-in BBQ: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Fruit Trees: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Fenced: PRT: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Drought Tolerant LND: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Permeable Driveway: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Security Features: Gate:Elec, Sys
  • View: Setting, Wooded
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Wood Shingles
  • Yard And Grounds Features: Built-in BBQ
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Levels: Single Story
  • Room Total: 0
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Cooling:Central Air: Yes
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes
  • Year Built Numeric: 0
  • Main House SqFt: 1341.0
  • Other Structures SqFt: 946.0
  • Other Buildings:Second Residence: Yes
  • Building Area Total: 2287.0
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 023-180-035
  • Association Fee: $.00
Parking/Garage
  • Attached: No
  • Parking Features: Unc #4
  • Parking Garage:Unc #4: Yes
  • Parking Garage: Unc #4
Room Info
Room Info
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Total Half Baths: 0
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Total Full Baths: 3
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 3.00
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 3.00
Location Info
Location Info
  • Directions: Take Mission Canyon to Foothill Rd. Turn right on Foothill. House is 2nd driveway on Left.
  • Topography: Level
  • Location Info:Compass Map: Santa Barbara
  • Location Info:Map Grid: O10
  • LocationTopo:Level: Yes
  • Proximity:Near Bus: Yes
  • Proximity:Near Park(s): Yes
  • Proximity:Near School(s): Yes
  • Proximity:Near Shopping: Yes
  • Number Of Units Buildings: 0
  • Lot Features: Level, Near Public Transit
Neighborhood/Schools
  • Elementary School: Roosevelt
  • Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • High School: S.B. Sr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools:Elementary School: Roosevelt
  • NeighborhoodSchools:Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools:High School: S.B. Sr.
Property / Assessor Information
Property / Assessor Info
  • Site Improvements:Public: Yes
  • Site Improvements:Paved: Yes
  • Site Improvements:Cable TV: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 18295.2
  • Lot Size Area: 0.42
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.42
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type Label: Residential
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Foundation:Raised: Yes
  • Condition:Excellent: Yes
  • Property Information:Realtor.com Type: Residential: Single Family
  • Property Information:Year Built: 0.0
  • Property Information:Source: Measured
  • Property Information:ADU: No
Utility Info
  • WaterSewer:S.B. Wtr: Yes
  • WaterSewer:Sewer Hookup: Yes
  • WaterSource: SB Wtr
  • Sewer: Sewer Hookup

Property History for 839 Mission Canyon Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 11, 2019

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #19-3246

$1,880,000
Dec 4, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #658996624

$1,880,000

+4.0% / yr

Oct 14, 2019

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #19-3246

DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/11/2019

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #19-3246

$1,880,000
12/04/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #658996624

$1,880,000

+4.0% / yr

10/14/2019

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #19-3246

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 839 Mission Canyon Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,115,517Additions$981,653Total$2,097,170
Tax Record2025$22,038 ($1,836 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,312 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,312 SqFtLot Size18,295 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900Year Renovated1900Zoning20R1CountySANTA BARBARAAPN023-180-035

Schools near 839 Mission Canyon Road

This home is within Santa Barbara Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - K to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Roosevelt Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Santa Barbara Junior High School
Public7 to 8

Santa Barbara Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Peabody Charter School
CharterK to 6

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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