975 Tornoe Road
Description
At the heart of the home, a striking living room makes an immediate impression with its soaring,...Freshly reimagined in 2026, this light filled Santa Barbara home pairs a fresh, modern sensibility with warmth, character, and an effortless connection to its natural surroundings. Set on approximately .61 acres, the two story residence unfolds among mature trees, with warm wood floors, expansive windows, vaulted ceilings, and ocean and island views creating an inviting backdrop for relaxed California living.
At the heart of the home, a striking living room makes an immediate impression with its soaring, beamed and paneled ceiling, substantial stone fireplace, and oversized picture window framing the landscape beyond. The open, airy interiors flow into a newly renovated kitchen, dining area, and casual living spaces, where large windows draw in abundant natural light and keep the outdoors
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$18,329 per month
30 year fixed, 7.03% Interest
$18,124
$205
$0
1Property Information for 975 Tornoe Road
Property Details
- MLS Type: Residential / Home/Estate / Single Family
- County: Santa Barbara County
- MLS Neighborhood: 15 - Mission Canyon
- Zoning: R-1
- Zoning:R-1: Yes
- Location Info:Cross Street: Mission Canyon
- Construction:Two Story: Yes
- Property Information:Recurring Fees: Yes
Building Information
- Year Built: 1954
- Lot Size: 0.61 AC / 26,571 SF
Details
- District: 15 - SB/EAST OF STATE
- District: 15 - SB/EAST OF STATE
- Amenities:Pantry: Yes
- Amenities:Remodeled Bath: Yes
- Amenities:Remodeled Kitchen: Yes
- Amenities:Skylight: Yes
- Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
- Appliances Included:Gas Stove: Yes
- Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
- Diningroom Features: Dining Area
- Dining:Dining Area: Yes
- Fireplace Features: Living Room, Patio
- Fireplace(s):2: Yes
- Fireplace(s):LR: Yes
- Fireplace(s):Patio: Yes
- FlrWdw Coverings:Hardwood: Yes
- FlrWdw Coverings:Tile: Yes
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets:Yes: Yes
- Rooms: Den, Family Room, Ground Floor Bedroom, Primary Bedroom2
- Rooms:Den: Yes
- Rooms:Family Room: Yes
- Rooms:Ground Floor Bedroom: Yes
- Rooms:Primary Bedroom: Yes
- View:Ocean: Yes
- View:Mountain(s): Yes
- View:Setting: Yes
- View:Islands: Yes
- Grounds Landscaping:Patio Open: Yes
- Grounds Landscaping:Fenced: BCK: Yes
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Double Vanity, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Kitchen Appliances: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Gas Stove
- View: Mountain, Islands, Ocean, Setting
- Cooling: Central Air
- Levels: Two Story
- Patio And Porch Features: Patio
- Room Total: 0
- Cooling: Yes
- Fireplace: Yes
- Cooling:Central Air: Yes
- Year Built Numeric: 1954
- Building Area Total: 0.0
- Parcel Number: 023-180-018
- Association Fee: $.00
- Attached: No
- Total # Carport Spaces: 1.00
- Total # Garage Spaces: 2.00
- Parking Features: Carport, Garage
- Parking Garage:Gar #1: Yes
- Parking Garage:Cpt #1: Yes
- Parking Garage: Gar #1, Cpt #12
Room Info
- Total Bathrooms: 2.00
- Total Half Baths: 1
- Bedrooms Total: 2
- Total Full Baths: 2
- Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 2.50
- Bathrooms Total (Notational): 2.10
Location Info
- Topography: Rolly, Level
- LocationTopo:Level: Yes
- LocationTopo:Rolly: Yes
- LocationTopo:Combo: Yes
- Lot Features: Level, Rolling Slope
- 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
- Occupancy:Occ All Ages: Yes
- Lot Size Square Feet: 26571.0
- Lot Size Area: 26571.0
- Lot Size Acres: 0.61
- Property Type Label: Res
- New Construction YN: No
- Condition:Excellent: Yes
- Property Information:Realtor.com Type: Residential: Single Family
- Property Information:Year Built: 1954.0
- Property Information:Source: Public Records
- Property Information:ADU: No
- WaterSewer:S.B. Wtr: Yes
- WaterSewer:Sewer Hookup: Yes
- WaterSource: SB Wtr
- Sewer: Sewer Hookup
Property History for 975 Tornoe Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | Listed (Active) Santa Barbara AOR #26-3347 | $3,395,000 | — |
| Dec 29, 2025 | Sold Santa Barbara AOR #25-4192 | $2,200,000 | — |
| Dec 19, 2025 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1924279488 | $2,200,000 | — |
| Nov 18, 2025 | Pending Santa Barbara AOR #25-4192 | — | |
| Nov 18, 2025 | Pending - Continue to Show Santa Barbara AOR #25-4192 | — | |
| Nov 17, 2025 | Listed (Active) Santa Barbara AOR #25-4192 | $2,200,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/01/2026 | Listed (Active) Santa Barbara AOR #26-3347 | $3,395,000 |
| 12/29/2025 | Sold Santa Barbara AOR #25-4192 | $2,200,000 |
| 12/19/2025 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1924279488 | $2,200,000 |
| 11/18/2025 | Pending Santa Barbara AOR #25-4192 | — |
| 11/18/2025 | Pending - Continue to Show Santa Barbara AOR #25-4192 | — |
| 11/17/2025 | Listed (Active) Santa Barbara AOR #25-4192 | $2,200,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 975 Tornoe Road
Taxable Value
Land
$1,200,000Additions
$1,000,000Tax Record
2025
$2,461 ($205 / month)Home Facts
Beds
3Baths
3.2Total Finished SqFt
2,089 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt
2,089 SqFtLot Size
26,572 SqFtStyle
Single Family ResidenceYear Built
1954Year Renovated
1954Zoning
20R1County
SANTA BARBARAAPN
023-180-018Schools near 975 Tornoe Road
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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