
1527 Santa Rosa Ave Santa Barbara, CA 93109
East Mesa NeighborhoodHighlights
- Wood Flooring
- Washington Elementary School Rated A
- Garage
About This Home
As of June 2025Classic 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.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Village Properties License #00753349 Listed on: 05/16/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01005021 / 01950975 / 00966870 / 01976075

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,668
Year Built
- Built in 1947
Lot Details
- 0.28 Acre Lot
Parking
- Garage
Home Design
- Raised Foundation
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,728 Sq Ft Home
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Schools
- Washington Elementary School
- S.B. Jr. Middle School
- S.B. Sr. High School
Community Details
- 20 Mesa Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 045-181-003
- Seller Concessions Offered
- Seller Will Consider Concessions
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Accommodation | |
Grant Deed | $255,000 | Fidelity National Title Co | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Ins Co | |
Grant Deed | $125,000 | Fidelity National Title Co | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $1,500,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Closed | $500,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $250,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $50,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
06/13/2025 06/13/25 | Sold | $2,550,000 | +2.2% | $1,476 / Sq Ft |
05/21/2025 05/21/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
05/16/2025 05/16/25 | For Sale | $2,495,000 | -- | $1,444 / Sq Ft |
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $4,668 | $446,100 | $309,706 | $136,394 |
2024 | $4,668 | $437,354 | $303,634 | $133,720 |
2023 | $4,668 | $428,780 | $297,681 | $131,099 |
2022 | $4,503 | $420,374 | $291,845 | $128,529 |
2021 | $4,399 | $412,132 | $286,123 | $126,009 |
2020 | $4,353 | $407,907 | $283,190 | $124,717 |
2019 | $4,277 | $399,910 | $277,638 | $122,272 |
2018 | $4,216 | $392,070 | $272,195 | $119,875 |
2017 | $4,077 | $384,383 | $266,858 | $117,525 |
2016 | $4,051 | $376,847 | $261,626 | $115,221 |
2014 | $3,942 | $363,918 | $252,650 | $111,268 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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C
Seller's Agent in 2025
Carey Kendall
Village Properties
(805) 689-6262
1 in this area
86 Total Sales
-
J
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
John Henderson
Village Properties
(805) 689-1066
2 in this area
22 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
Bartron Real Est Group
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(805) 563-4054
4 in this area
223 Total Sales
Map
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service
MLS Number: 25-1963

APN: 045-181-003
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