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$3,895,000

1439 Tunnel Rd Santa Barbara, CA 93105

4 beds
3 full, 1 partial
3,840 sqft
0.4 acres
$1,014 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1439 Tunnel Rd

Immersed in nature yet minutes from town, this private Mediterranean-style retreat offers stunning ocean, mountain, & hillside views. Surrounded by native landscaping, it's a haven for nature lovers, artists, & seekers of serenity. Located down a private lane near hiking trails, the Santa Barbara Mission, & the Botanic Gardens, nearly every room enjoys inspiring views. A central courtyard blends indoor-outdoor living, while inside features include wood-beamed ceilings, terracotta floors, two cozy fireplaces, & a spacious newly remodeled kitchen. With 4 bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with fireplace & a private view patio, plus a spa, 2-car garage, & terraced gardens, this is Santa Barbara living at its most soulful.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size3,840 sqft
Lot size0.41 Acres
Year built1994
ParkingGar #2, Detached, Other
MLS #25-2688
FireplacePrimary Bedroom, Family Room
ViewMountain(s), Other, Ocean

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile
  • Fireplace: Primary Bedroom, Family Room
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Gar #2, Detached, Other
  • View: Mountain(s), Other, Ocean
  • Exterior: Patio, Hot Tub, Irrigation System
  • Architectural Style: Medit, Spanish
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $3,895,000
  • Price/SqFt: $1,014
  • Annual Tax Amount: $23,328
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Year Built: 1994
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 3,840 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.41 Acres
  • MLS Number: 25-2688
  • MLS Name: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service
  • Office Name: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
  • Office Phone: (805) 969-5026
  • Office Email: dstalter@bhhscal.com
  • Listing Agent: Marsha Kotlyar Estate Group

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
May 25, 2018
Home Sold
$1,975,000
Oct 07, 1994
Home Sold
$700,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$2,203,145$23,328
2023$2,159,947$22,906
2022$2,117,596$22,513
2021$2,076,076$21,997
2020$2,054,790$21,771
2019$2,014,500$11,052
2018$1,033,354$11,052
2017$1,013,094$10,687

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Peabody Charter School

Public Charter KG-6

1.7 mi

3018 Calle Noguera

7

Roosevelt Elementary School

Public District KG-6

1.8 mi

1990 Laguna St

7

Monte Vista Elementary School

Public District KG-6

2.0 mi

730 N Hope Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $118,250. Typical income of Santa Barbara, CA residents is between $100k-200k annually. Most families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

25%
<35k
18%
35k-100k
37%
100k-200k
20%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

43%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
32%
Married, No Kids
21%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

11%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
12%
18-34 yrs old
50%
35-64 yrs old
21%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Chico'sChico's
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • NordstromNordstrom

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill
  • California Pizza KitchenCalifornia Pizza Kitchen
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • CadillacCadillac
  • LexusLexus
  • BMWBMW

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • ClassicalClassical
  • NewsNews
  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1439 Tunnel Rd

The listing price of 1439 Tunnel Rd property is $3,895,000.

The property 1439 Tunnel Rd is a house located in Santa Barbara, California, 93105.

Active Listing: 1439 Tunnel Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1439 Tunnel Rd are: Peabody Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Roosevelt Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Monte Vista Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), La Colina Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), La Cumbre Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Santa Barbara Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Santa Barbara High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), La Cuesta Continuation High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Alta Vista Alternative High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $23,328 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on May 25, 2018 for $1,975,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 1439 Tunnel Rd has 4 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 1439 Tunnel Rd is 3,840 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1439 Tunnel Rd is 1994.

This home is located at 1439 Tunnel Rd in Santa Barbara, CA and zip code 93105 in the Mission Canyon neighborhood. This 3,840 square foot home, which was built in 1994, sits on a 0.41 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 14, 2025 and is currently priced at $3,895,000.

In June 2025 more than 26 listings in Santa Barbara, CA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 10 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 46 were sold below. The number of listings in Santa Barbara, CA increased by 5.9% between May and June 2025. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $2,127,620, while the average time on the real estate market was 35 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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