$2,690,000 - 242 San Rafael Avenue, Santa Barbara

  • 3Beds
  • 1Baths
  • 1,067SQ. Feet
  • 0.14Acres

Santa Barbara Home Sale

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 and bonus space 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, dining, or shopping on State Street. Lifetime memories await along the American Riviera!

Sales Agent

Sam Smith
  • Sam Smith
  • San Clemente Realtor ®
  • Phone: 949-204-5110
  • Cell: 949-204-5110
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Amenities

  • Parking Spaces4
  • ParkingDoor-Multi, Driveway, Garage
  • # of Garages2
  • GaragesDoor-Multi, Driveway, Garage
  • ViewNone
  • WaterfrontOcean Side Of Freeway
  • PoolNone

School Information

  • DistrictSee Remarks

Essential Information

  • MLS® #SB25135690
  • Price$2,690,000
  • Bedrooms3
  • Bathrooms1.00
  • Full Baths1
  • Square Footage1,067
  • Acres0.14
  • Year Built1953
  • TypeResidential
  • Sub-TypeSingle Family Residence
  • StatusClosed
  • Listing AgentTara Klein
  • Listing OfficeVista Sotheby’s International Realty

Exterior

  • Lot DescriptionBack Yard, Front Yard

Additional Information

  • Date ListedJune 16th, 2025
  • Days on Market6
  • Short SaleN
  • RE / Bank OwnedN

Community Information

  • Address242 San Rafael Avenue
  • AreaVC81 - Santa Barbara
  • SubdivisionSanta Barbara: Other (80)
  • CitySanta Barbara
  • CountySanta Barbara
  • Zip Code93109

Interior

  • Interior FeaturesQuartz Counters
  • AppliancesSixBurnerStove, Tankless Water Heater
  • HeatingCentral
  • CoolingNone
  • FireplacesNone
  • # of Stories1
  • StoriesOne

Price Change History for 242 San Rafael Avenue, Santa Barbara, (MLS® #SB25135690)

Date Details Price Change
Closed
Active Under Contract (from Active)

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  • HOA Dues:
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  • Average Price per Square Foot:
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