Magic on the Mesa: immerse yourself in the Santa Barbara beach life with this completely remodeled home in the East Mesa. Well-located just 2 blocks from the California coastline and Shoreline Park. Featuring 3BR + 1BA with a double-sink vanity and ample counter space, plus a full laundry in garage. Well-appointed kitchen with custom Kraftmaid cabinets, quartz counters, Carrara marble backsplash, and a built-in reversed-osmosis water filtration system. Upgraded electrical, new lighting, furnace, and premium plumbing fixtures. Large landscaped yard with citrus and avocado trees. An idyllic second home or vacation rental opportunity. Adventure along the bike path that takes you past Leadbetter Beach and into downtown Santa Barbara for wine tastings in the Funk Zone.
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$2,640,000
242 San Rafael Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
3beds
1,067sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
-- sqft lot
$2,665,800 Zestimate®
$2,474/sqft
$4,742 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,665,800
$2.40M - $2.99M
$4,742/mo
Zestimate® history
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: August 27, 2025 at 12:43pm
Listed by:
Tara Klein,
Vista Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with:
Katherine Peterson, 02008932
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 25-2437
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Rev Osmosis
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Smart Thermostat
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,067
- Total interior livable area: 1,067 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: Single Story
- Patio & porch: Patio Open
Details
- Parcel number: 045142018
- Zoning: S-D, E-3
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Excellent
- Year built: 1953
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Santa Barbara
- Subdivision: 20 - Mesa
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Ctnl,Ctel
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/21/2025 | Sold | $2,640,000-1.9%$2,474/sqft |
Source:  SBMLS #25-2437 Report a problem | ||
| 7/4/2025 | Contingent | $2,690,000$2,521/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #SB25135690 Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2025 | Pending sale | $2,690,000$2,521/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #25-2437 Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,690,000+43.1%$2,521/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #SB25135690 Report a problem | ||
| 11/22/2022 | Sold | $1,880,000-0.8%$1,762/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $27,297 +34.4% | $1,955,952 +2% |
| 2024 | $20,311 +1.8% | $1,917,600 +2% |
| 2023 | $19,942 +322.8% | $1,880,000 +326.9% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: East Mesa
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Washington Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10La Cumbre Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2 mi
- 6/10Santa Barbara Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi