Last Sold Price
3 beds1,708 sqft$949/sqft
949 Cheltenham Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105

Description

Single-level 3BD/2BA Mid-Century home with walls of glass and dramatic south-facing views of the ocean, islands, and downtown. Updated with a newer roof, HVAC, and newly engineered foundation. Kitchen features Viking & Sub-Zero appliances; sunset-facing spa included. A long view patio and turf lawn anchor the south side, while a bougainvillea-wrapped courtyard offers serene, garden-style dining to the north. Flagstone patio and mature cedar enhance views toward Campus Point.Single-level 3BD/2BA Mid-Century home with walls of glass and dramatic south-facing views of the ocean, islands, and downtown. Updated with a newer roof, HVAC, and newly engineered foundation. Kitchen features Viking & Sub-Zero appliances; sunset-facing spa included. A long view patio and turf lawn anchor the south side, while a bougainvillea-wrapped courtyard offers serene, garden-style dining to the north. Flagstone patio and mature cedar enhance views toward Campus Point.
LISTING CLOSED: 03/11/2026 05:00 PM

  1. Listed by Robert Heckes • DRE #01723319 • Sotheby's International Realty
    P: (805) 637-0047 C: (805) 637-0047 Robert.Heckes@Sothebys.Realty

Property Details for 949 Cheltenham Road

Status
MLS #
25-2586
Days on Market
100
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Home/Estate / Single Family
Year Built
1950
Lot Size
0.21 AC / 9,148 SF
MLS Neighborhood
15 - Mission Canyon
Property Information:Within City Limits
No
Zoning
Other
Zoning:Other
Yes
Location Info:Cross Street
Exeter Pl
Architectural Style
Mid-Century Modern
Style:Mid-century Modern
Yes
Construction:Single Story
Yes
Property Information:Recurring Fees
No

Location

Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Robert Heckes, DRE #01723319

Sold By Compass, David Michael Wieger, DRE #01298610

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Building Information for 949 Cheltenham Road

Stories-Year Built1950Building Size-Lot Size0.21 AC / 9,148 SF

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$9,045 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,237

Property Taxes

$808

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 949 Cheltenham Road

Details
Features
  • District: 15 - SB/EAST OF STATE
  • District: 15 - SB/EAST OF STATE
  • Amenities:Pantry: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Disposal: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Gas Range: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Diningroom Features: In Kitchen, In Living Room
  • Dining:In Kitchen: Yes
  • Dining:In Living Room: Yes
  • Exterior Features: SPA-Outside, Dog Run, Yard Irrigation PRT, Dog Run2, Artificial Turf
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace(s):LR: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings:Carpet: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings:Hardwood: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings:Tile: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Laundry:Laundry Room: Yes
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pets:Yes: Yes
  • Roof: Composition
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Rooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, Ground Floor Master
  • Rooms:Ground Floor Bedroom: Yes
  • Rooms:Ground Floor Primary: Yes
  • Security:Smoke Detector(s): Yes
  • View:Ocean: Yes
  • View:City: Yes
  • View:Harbor: Yes
  • View:Panoramic: Yes
  • View:Coastline: Yes
  • View:Islands: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Yard Irrigation PRT: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Patio Open: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:SPA-Outside: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Dog Run: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Fenced: PRT: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Artificial Turf: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Security Features: Smoke Detc
  • Kitchen Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer
  • View: Islands, Coastline, Ocean, City, Harbor, Panoramic
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Yard And Grounds Features: Artificial Turf
  • Levels: Single Story
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Room Total: 0
  • Heating: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes
  • Year Built Numeric: 1950
  • Main House SqFt: 1708.0
  • Building Area Total: 1708.0
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 023-141-006
  • Association Fee: $.00
Parking/Garage
  • Parking Garage:Unc #2: Yes
  • Parking Garage: Unc #22
Room Info
Room Info
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Total Half Baths: 0
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Total Full Baths: 2
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 2.00
Location Info
Location Info
  • Location Info:Compass Map: Santa Barbara
  • Location Info:Map Grid: N10
  • LocationTopo:Combo: Yes
  • Proximity:Near Hospital: Yes
  • Proximity:Near Ocean: Yes
  • Proximity:Near Park(s): Yes
  • Proximity:Near School(s): Yes
  • Proximity:Near Shopping: Yes
  • Proximity:Restaurants: Yes
  • Number Of Units Buildings: 1
  • Location Info:Development Name: Mission Cyn Heights
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
  • Reports Available:TDS: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 9148.0
  • Lot Size Area: 9148.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.21
  • Property Type Label: Residential
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Condition:Good: Yes
  • Property Information:Realtor.com Type: Residential: Single Family
  • Property Information:Year Built: 1950.0
  • Property Information:Source: Public Records
  • Property Information:ADU: No
Utility Info
  • WaterSewer:S.B. Wtr: Yes
  • WaterSource: SB Wtr

Property History for 949 Cheltenham Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 11, 2026

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #25-2586

$1,620,505
Mar 7, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1931058198

$1,621,000

+6.4% / yr

Oct 15, 2025

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #25-2586

DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/11/2026

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #25-2586

$1,620,505
03/07/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1931058198

$1,621,000

+6.4% / yr

10/15/2025

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #25-2586

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Public Records for 949 Cheltenham Road

Taxable ValueLand$565,220Additions$345,407Total$910,627
Tax Record2025$9,702 ($808 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,708 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,708 SqFtLot Size9,148 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1950Year Renovated1950Zoning7R1CountySANTA BARBARAAPN023-141-006

Schools near 949 Cheltenham 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 949 Cheltenham Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
$1,620,505
3
1,708
9,148
$575,000
3
7,500
$945,000
4
1,920
10,454
5
6
4,809
10,019
2
3
3,219
7,841
$1,382,530
3
2,192
11,325

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