NOT LISTED FOR SALE

148 San Rafael Ave Santa Barbara, CA 93109

East Mesa Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,197,000 - $2,549,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,082 Sq Ft
$2,182/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 04, 2021

Last sale price $1,552,000 $1,434 Per Sq Ft

Est. 52% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $14,311/month

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Washington Elementary School Rated A
  • Property is near a park
  • 3-minute walk to Shoreline Playground

About This Home

As of February 2021

Welcome to the Mesa! Live the dream in this darling 3bed/1bath cottage by the beach. This home rests on a flat and well maintained 6,500 sq. ft. lot located less than a 1/4 mile from the ocean! The interior features hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and dual-pane windows. The kitchen has a gas stove/oven, dishwasher, fridge, and a dual basin sink. Down the hall are three comfortable bedrooms and a hallway bath. The backyard is lovely with a spacious deck, lawn, and low maintenance landscaping. This home has an attached 390 sq. ft. 2-car garage with laundry hook-ups and water softener. This is an opportunity to transform a wonderful piece of property into the dreamy beach-side paradise you have always wanted. Located in the sought-after Washington Elementary School District.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mike Richardson

Richardson Real Estate Services, Inc. License #00635254 / 01902531 Listed on: 01/12/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Brooke Williams

Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara License #01971022

Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,377

Year Built

  • Built in 1953

Lot Details

  • 6,534 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Irrigation
  • Lawn
  • Property is in average condition
  • Property is zoned E-3

Parking

  • Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Raised Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,082 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Skylights
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Linoleum
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Deck

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
  • Satellite Dish

Community Details

  • Marine Terrace Community
  • 20 Mesa Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 045-142-013

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,377

Year Built

Built in 1953

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Directions: Heading north on 101 freeway take Carrillo exit, turn left onto Carrillo. Carrillo will turn into Shoreline Drive after crossing Cliff Drive. Turn left onto San Rafael Ave. Home will be on the right.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: In Garage
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name: 20 - Mesa
  • Architectural Style: Cal Cottage
  • Reso Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Average
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1953
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.15
  • 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
  • Style Cal Cottage: Yes
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Attached: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Lawn2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Amenities Dual Pane Window2: Yes
  • Amenities Skylight2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Range2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • WaterSewer Sewer Hookup: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Property Information Apx Lot SqFt: 6534.0
  • Location Info Development Name: Marine Terrace
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation PRT: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Deck3: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced BCK: Yes
  • Laundry In Garage2: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • Foundation Raised: Yes
  • Condition Average2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Satellite Dish2: Yes
  • Appliances Included OvenRngeBlt-In2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings VinylLinoleum2: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Oven/Rnge/Blt-In, Dishwasher, Dryer, Satellite Dish, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 0.15
  • Topography: Level
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Lawn, Yard Irrigation PRT, Fenced: BCK
  • Foundation Details: Raised

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Gar #2, Attached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Sidewalks

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 045-142-013
  • Zoning: E-3
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6534.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 6, 2023
Sold by
Porteous Kristina
Bought by
Porteous Kristina and Porteous Scott Allan
Current Estimated Value
$2,360,761

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 12, 2021
Closed on
Jan 27, 2021
Sold by
Scales Stephen A and Scales Cynthia G
Bought by
Porteous Lohn and Porteous Kristina
Seller's Agent
Mike Richardson
Richardson Real Estate Services, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Brooke Williams
Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara
List Price
$1,475,000
Sold Price
$1,552,000
Premium/Discount to List
$77,000
5.22%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.97%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 23, 2017
Closed on
Sep 13, 2017
Sold by
Armstrong Rebecca Sue
Bought by
Scales Stephen A and Scales Cynthia G
Seller's Agent
Wendy Gronsky
Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara
Buyer's Agent
Jeani Burke
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$1,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$95,000
-7.34%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.91%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 21, 2007
Sold by
Gaffney John Patrick and Armstrong Rebecca Sue
Bought by
Armstrong Rebecca Sue

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$850,000
Interest Rate
6.14%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 28, 2005
Sold by
Gaffney John P and Gaffney Rebecca Sue
Bought by
Gaffney John Patrick and Gaffney Rebecca Sue

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$470,000
Interest Rate
5.72%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 3, 2005
Sold by
Gaffney John Patrick and Gaffney Rebecca Sue
Bought by
Gaffney John Patrick and Gaffney Rebecca Sue

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
5.72%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 23, 2004
Sold by
Gaffney John Patrick and Gaffney Rebecca Sue
Bought by
Gaffney John Patrick and Gaffney Rebecca Sue

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 13, 2002
Sold by
Gaffney John Patrick and Gaffney Rebecca Sue
Bought by
Gaffney John Patrick and Gaffney Rebecca Sue

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$318,300
Interest Rate
6.51%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 19, 2002
Sold by
Gaffney John Patrick and Gaffney Rebecca Sue
Bought by
Gaffney John Patrick and Gaffney Rebecca Sue

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
6.8%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 28, 2001
Sold by
Gaffney John Patrick and Gaffney Rebecca Sue
Bought by
Gaffney John Patrick and Gaffney Rebecca Sue

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
6.8%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 19, 2000
Sold by
Patrick Gaffney John and Sue Rebecca
Bought by
Gaffney John Patrick and Gaffney Rebecca Sue

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 17, 1996
Sold by
Espino Alfonso B and Carmen Espino
Bought by
Gaffney John Patrick and Gaffney Rebecca Sue

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$261,250
Interest Rate
7.37%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Porteous Kristina -- None Listed On Document
Porteous Lohn $1,552,000 First American Title Company
Scales Stephen A $1,200,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Armstrong Rebecca Sue -- First American Title Company
Gaffney John Patrick -- Ticor Title Company Of Ca
Gaffney John P -- Ticor Title Company Of Ca
Gaffney John Patrick -- Accommodation
Gaffney John Patrick -- --
Gaffney John Patrick -- --
Gaffney John Patrick -- American Title Co
Gaffney John Patrick -- North American Title Co
Gaffney John Patrick -- --
Gaffney John Patrick -- American Title Co
Gaffney John Patrick -- --
Gaffney John Patrick $275,000 Equity Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Armstrong Rebecca Sue $850,000
Previous Owner Gaffney John P $100,000
Previous Owner Gaffney John P $470,000
Previous Owner Gaffney John Patrick $150,000
Previous Owner Gaffney John Patrick $317,000
Previous Owner Gaffney John Patrick $318,000
Previous Owner Gaffney John Patrick $318,300
Previous Owner Gaffney John Patrick $100,000
Previous Owner Gaffney John Patrick $320,000
Previous Owner Gaffney John Patrick $50,000
Previous Owner Gaffney John Patrick $284,500
Previous Owner Gaffney John Patrick $30,000
Previous Owner Gaffney John Patrick $261,250
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2021 02/04/21 Sold $1,552,000 +5.2% $1,434 / Sq Ft
01/20/2021 01/20/21 Pending -- -- --
01/07/2021 01/07/21 For Sale $1,475,000 +22.9% $1,363 / Sq Ft
09/19/2017 09/19/17 Sold $1,200,000 -7.3% $1,109 / Sq Ft
09/03/2017 09/03/17 Pending -- -- --
08/23/2017 08/23/17 For Sale $1,295,000 -- $1,197 / 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
2025 $17,377 $1,679,932 $1,190,674 $489,258
2024 $17,377 $1,646,993 $1,167,328 $479,665
2023 $17,377 $1,614,700 $1,144,440 $470,260
2022 $16,766 $1,583,040 $1,122,000 $461,040
2021 $13,381 $1,261,413 $840,942 $420,471
2020 $13,243 $1,248,480 $832,320 $416,160
2019 $13,012 $1,224,000 $816,000 $408,000
2018 $12,828 $1,200,000 $800,000 $400,000
2017 $3,961 $380,287 $224,525 $155,762
2016 $3,936 $372,831 $220,123 $152,708
2014 $3,828 $360,039 $212,570 $147,469
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • M

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Mike Richardson

    Richardson Real Estate Services, Inc.

    (805) 963-1704

    24 in this area

    131 Total Sales

    Mike Richardson
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  • B

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Brooke Williams

    Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara

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  • T

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    The Epstein Partners

    Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara

  • W

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Wendy Gronsky

    Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara

    1 in this area

    20 Total Sales

    Wendy Gronsky
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  • J

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Jeani Burke

    Coldwell Banker Realty

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 21-62

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 045-142-013

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93109 East Mesa

148 San Rafael Ave, Santa Barbara, CA

This home is located at 148 San Rafael Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93109 since 12 January 2021 and is currently estimated at $2,360,761, approximately $2,181 per square foot. This property was built in 1953. 148 San Rafael Ave is a home located in Santa Barbara County with nearby schools including Washington Elementary School, La Cumbre Junior High School, and Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara.

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