Classic 1940s home on Santa Barbara's sought-after Mesa, just one block from Shoreline Park. Set on a spacious south facing quarter-acre parcel, this charming property is brimming with potential. The home features 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, original oak floors, and a cozy brick fireplace anchoring the living room. A steeply pitched roof adds character, while the attached two-car garage and generous off-street parking provide convenience and functionality.
This is a rare opportunity to restore and reimagine a true Santa Barbara original. Whether you're dreaming of a full renovation or preserving its vintage charm, this Mesa property offers the perfect starting point.
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$2,550,000
1527 Santa Rosa Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
4beds
1,728sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
0.28 Acres Lot
$2,609,200 Zestimate®
$1,476/sqft
$6,401 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,609,200
Estimated sales range
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 17, 2025 at 12:49pm
Listed by:
Carey Kendall 00753349 805-689-6262,
Village Properties,
John P Henderson 00780607,
Village Properties
Bought with:
Bartron Real Estate Group, 01005021 / 01950975 / 00966870 / 01976075
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 25-1963
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,728
- Total interior livable area: 1,728 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 045181003
- Zoning: Other
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1947
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Santa Barbara
- Subdivision: 20 - Mesa
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Ctnl
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/19/2025 | Listing removed | $7,200$4/sqft |
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| 7/6/2025 | Listed for rent | $7,200$4/sqft |
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| 6/13/2025 | Sold | $2,550,000+2.2%$1,476/sqft |
Source:  SBMLS #25-1963 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2025 | Pending sale | $2,495,000$1,444/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #25-1963 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2025 | Contingent | $2,495,000$1,444/sqft |
Source:  North Santa Barbara County MLS #25000982 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $26,925 +476.8% | $446,100 +2% |
| 2024 | $4,668 +1.9% | $437,354 +2% |
| 2023 | $4,583 +1.8% | $428,780 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: East Mesa
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Washington Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10La Cumbre Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2 mi
- 6/10Santa Barbara Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Washington
- Middle: S.B. Jr.
- High: S.B. Sr.
Source: SBMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
- California
- Santa Barbara County
- Santa Barbara
- 93109
- East Mesa
- 1527 Santa Rosa Ave