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$3,495,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 2,202 Sq. Ft.
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Enjoy life on the American Riviera in this playfully reimagined home with Gaud-inspired curves and signature David Shelton ironwork. Seductive south-facing views bring inspiring Pacific Ocean scenery, soothing sunsets, and romantic city lights into the living spaces. Located in one of the Riviera's most prestigious neighborhoods, moments from the El Encanto Hotel, the iconic Santa Barbara Mission, the home makes a striking first impression blending vibrant gardens, whimsical character with the soulful spirit of Santa Barbara. A dramatic Spanish-inspired entry ascends to the light-filled great room with soaring ceilings, large picture windows and Juliet balconies showcasing ocean & city views. The home offers 3 bedrooms, 3 baths with a mezzanine floor ideal for a home office or studio. The magical back yard features private botanical gardens with meandering paths, bountiful fruit trees and level terraces with inspiring vistas providing a perfect spot for daily relaxation or an artistic haven.

Full Property Details for 1720 Mission Ridge Rd

General

  • Price: $3,495,000
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: CLAW
  • MLS ID: 26656155
  • Updated: 2/24/2026
  • Added to Site: 14 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: Loft, Patio Open
  • Interior Features: 2 Staircases, Block Walls, Cathedral-Vaulted Ceilings
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Eating Areas: Dining Area
  • Cooking Appliances: Built-In And Free Standing, Cooktop - Gas, Microwave
  • Furnishings: Unfurnished
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Terrazzo, Bamboo, Carpet

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Bathroom Features: Remodeled

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Laundry Area

Additional Information

  • Pool Description: None
  • Spa Description: None
  • Security/Safety: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Other
  • Other Features: None

Exterior

  • Deck/Patio: Balcony, Slab

Parking

  • Garage Description: Garage - 3 Car, Private Garage, Driveway - Brick, Driveway, Tandem

Location

  • Area: Santa Barbara
  • County: Santa Barbara
  • Cross Streets: East Las Tunas
  • Driving Directions: Alameda Padre Serra to Lasuen, turn left on Lasuen, go past El Encanto Hotel, make a right on Mission Ridge.
  • Direction Faces: South

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Air Conditioning
  • Heating Type: Forced Air

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Hookup Available, In Street
  • Water: District
  • TV Service: Cable TV

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Spanish
  • Structure Type: Single Family Residence
  • Exterior Const.: Stucco
  • Basement Desc.: Block, Slab
  • Foundation: Block, Slab
  • Roof: Clay, Composition, Flat
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • Windows: French Windows
  • Disability Access: None
  • Entry Location: Ground Level w/steps
  • Stories/Levels: 3
  • Square Feet: 2,202
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Year Built Source: Vendor Enhanced
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Other Struct. Feat.: Balcony, French Doors, High Ceilings (9 Feet+)

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: None

Lot Features

  • Property View: City, City Lights, Coastline, Harbor, Hills, Water, Marina, Trees/Woods, Tree Top, Landmark, Panoramic, Mountains
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.34
  • Lot Size: 14810
  • Lot Size Source: Vendor Enhanced
  • Irrigation System: Sprinkler System
  • Lot Features: Hillside
  • Zoning: E-1
  • Lot Description: Back Yard, Single Lot, Street Paved, Yard
  • Fencing (Description): None

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $1,587.19
  • Assessment Year: 1970

Disclosures and Reports

  • Disclosures/Reports: None
  • APN: 019-090-003

Listed by Sotheby's International Realty, Katherine Henry

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Schools serving 1720 Mission Ridge Rd

School District:Santa Barbara Unified School District
NameGradesDistance
Roosevelt Elementary School, Santa Barbara, CA
1990 Laguna Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
K-60.7 mi
Santa Barbara Junior High School
721 East Cota Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
7-81.1 mi
Santa Barbara Senior High School
700 East Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
9-120.7 mi
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Price & Sales History for 1720 Mission Ridge Rd Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
2/24/2026
Listed
$3,495,000
249.5%
MLS
6/20/2002
Sold
$1,000,000
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Tax History for 1720 Mission Ridge Rd

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$18,035
2%
$1,696,725
2%
2024
$17,725
2%
$1,663,457
2%
2023
$17,401
2%
$1,630,842
2%
2022
$17,101
2%
$1,598,866
2%
2021
$16,707
1%
$1,567,517
1%
2020
$16,535
2%
$1,551,445
2%
2019
$16,246
1%
$1,521,025
2%
2018
$16,015
3%
$1,491,202
2%
2017
$15,486
2%
$1,461,963
2%
2016
$15,125
1%
$1,433,298
2%
2015
$14,959
2%
$1,411,769
2%
2014
$14,714
—
$1,384,116
—
2013
$14,647
—
$1,377,861
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1720 Mission Ridge Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93103 (MLS# 26656155) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 1720 Mission Ridge Rd is currently listed for $3,495,000 and was received on February 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 1720 Mission Ridge Rd? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Santa Barbara? You can browse all Santa Barbara real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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