$2,600,000
SOLD MAY 18, 2023
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,689 Sq Ft
8,276 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,539 Per Sq Ft

4% Above List Price

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Solar Power System
  • Fruit Trees
  • Washington Elementary School Rated A
  • Updated Kitchen
  • 3-minute walk to Shoreline Playground

About This Home

As of May 2023

EAST MESA! Located just 8 homes from Shoreline Park, this 3bed/2bath 1,600+ sq. ft. residence is resting on a very spacious 8,276 sq. ft. lot. If you have been waiting for the right property to come available in the extremely sought-after Marine Terrace enclave, this is the one! This property boasts a prime location just moments from the beach, offering an unbeatable lifestyle full of sun, sand, and sea. With its bright and airy interior this single-level property offers refinished hardwood floors, recessed lighting, fresh paint, and more. The living room features new dual-pane Jeld-wen windows, french doors to a new deck, and a contemporary front door. The fully equipped kitchen is right in the heart of the home and opens to the dining and family room. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a gas stove top, refinished sink, granite counters, and ample cabinetry. The family room addition has a cozy fireplace and opens right to the back patio, ideal indoor-outdoor living! Outside, there is a spacious and sun-filled backyard with a flagstone patio and multiple deck areas. The yard is a blank canvas, ready for you to transform it into your private retreat. Additional features include: Tesla solar panels, central heat, new gas line from meter to house, new toilets, drip irrigation, landscaping improvements, updated hallway bath, and more. There is direct access from the 413 sq. ft. 2-car garage into the house. Washington Elementary School District. Located in the "coastal zone" with vacation rental potential.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mike Richardson

Richardson Real Estate Services, Inc. License #00635254 / 01902531 Listed on: 04/10/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Brody Loring

Alpha Investment Management License #01733517

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $28,071

Year Built

  • Built in 1953

Lot Details

  • 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned E-3

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Raised Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,689 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Skylights
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Built-In Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Direct Access Garage
  • Open Parking

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Power System

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Deck
  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near a park
  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near shops
  • City Lot

Schools

  • Washington Elementary School
  • Lacumbre Middle School
  • S.B. Sr. High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Sewer Stub Out

Community Details

  • 20 Mesa Subdivision
  • Restaurant

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 045-192-002

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$28,071

Year Built

Built in 1953

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Directions: Heading north on the 101 freeway, take Carrillo exit, turn left onto Carrillo, Carrillo becomes Meigs, Meigs becomes Shoreline, turn left onto San Rafael Ave, 143 San Rafael is the 8th home up on left
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: In Garage
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level
  • Subdivision Name: 20 - Mesa
  • Architectural Style: Cal Cottage
  • Reso Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent, Good
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1953
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.19
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Washington
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: LaCumbre
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: Yes
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Style Cal Cottage: Yes
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Interior Access: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Attached: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Drought Tolerant LND2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Rooms Family Room4: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Bedroom2: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Primary: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Amenities Dual Pane Window2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Bath2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Kitchen2: Yes
  • Amenities Skylight2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • WaterSewer Sewer Hookup: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Proximity Restaurants: Yes
  • Appliances Included Built-In Gas Range: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Family Room3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Gas8: Yes
  • Property Information Apx Lot SqFt: 8276.0
  • Condition Good2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Deck3: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced BCK: Yes
  • Laundry In Garage2: Yes
  • Amenities Solar PV2: Yes
  • Foundation Raised: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Unc #22: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Built-In Gas Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 0.19
  • Topography: Level
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio Open, Fruit Trees, Fenced: BCK, Drought Tolerant LND
  • Foundation Details: Raised

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Gar #2, Unc #2, Interior Access, Attached

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: SB Wtr
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights

Schools

  • Elementary School: Washington
  • High School: S.B. Sr.
  • Middle Or Junior School: LaCumbre

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 045-192-002
  • Zoning: E-3
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8276.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 10, 2023
Closed on
Apr 20, 2023
Sold by
Rusch Willard Van Tuyl
Bought by
143 San Rafael Llc
Seller's Agent
Mike Richardson
Richardson Real Estate Services, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Brody Loring
Alpha Investment Management
List Price
$2,495,000
Sold Price
$2,600,000
Premium/Discount to List
$105,000
4.21%
Views
34

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.97%
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
6.28%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 5, 2020
Closed on
Oct 19, 2020
Sold by
Young Scott
Bought by
Vantuyl Rusch Ii Willard
Seller's Agent
Svensson Group
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Svensson Group
Compass
List Price
$1,500,000
Sold Price
$1,500,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
25.17%
Original Mortgage
$625,500
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $2,600,000 First American Title
Grant Deed $1,500,000 Wfg National Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $300,000 New Conventional
Open $1,000,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $625,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $200,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $240,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $400,000 Negative Amortization
Previous Owner $215,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $15,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/19/2025 07/19/25 Pending -- -- --
07/16/2025 07/16/25 For Sale $2,950,000 +13.5% $1,747 / Sq Ft
05/18/2023 05/18/23 Sold $2,600,000 +4.2% $1,539 / Sq Ft
04/18/2023 04/18/23 Pending -- -- --
04/10/2023 04/10/23 For Sale $2,495,000 +66.3% $1,477 / Sq Ft
12/05/2020 12/05/20 Sold $1,500,000 0.0% $934 / Sq Ft
12/05/2020 12/05/20 Pending -- -- --
12/05/2020 12/05/20 For Sale $1,500,000 -- $934 / Sq Ft
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2023 $28,071 $1,560,600 $988,380 $572,220
2022 $16,278 $1,530,000 $969,000 $561,000
2021 $15,904 $1,500,000 $950,000 $550,000
2020 $6,393 $607,799 $313,899 $293,900
2019 $6,280 $595,883 $307,745 $288,138
2018 $6,190 $584,200 $301,711 $282,489
2017 $5,984 $572,746 $295,796 $276,950
2016 $5,900 $561,517 $289,997 $271,520
2015 $5,835 $553,083 $285,641 $267,442
2014 $5,739 $542,250 $280,046 $262,204
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 23-923

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 045-192-002