$1,950,000
SOLD DEC 12, 2025
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,128 Sq Ft
5,227 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,729 Per Sq Ft

15% Below List Price

40 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Fruit Trees
  • San Marcos Senior High School Rated A-
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Deck

About This Home

As of December 2025

Rare Mesa Fixer Opportunity - Steps from the Ocean on Iconic Edgewater Way One of Santa Barbara's most sought-after coastal streets, home to just a few dozen properties. This rare offering is just one block from the beloved Mesa Steps beach access, placing the sand and surf just moments from your doorstep. This original 1950s Craftsman-style home is ready for its next chapter. With 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, the home features open beam ceilings throughout, a spacious, light-filled atmosphere. The kitchen opens through glass doors to a welcoming front patio with peaceful ocean views—ideal for enjoying your morning coffee or watching the sunset.Recent improvements include a new roof, updated windows, and fresh exterior paint. Ready to be a forever home or fantastic Mesa investment

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lenny Gerthoffer

Blue Star Real Estate License #01019467 Listed on: 10/20/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Lenny Gerthoffer

Sun Coast Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 5,227 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Property is in average condition

Parking

  • Garage

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,128 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Double Pane Windows
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Carpet
  • Gas Range
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Deck

Schools

  • Roosevelt Elementary School

Additional Features

  • Property is near park, public transit, schools, shops, and bus stop
  • Wall Furnace

Community Details

  • 20 Mesa Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 041-342-013
  • Seller Concessions Offered
  • Seller Will Consider Concessions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

5,227 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Directions: Last house on left as you go down cooper from Cliff. Cormer of edgewater and cooper.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Laundry Room
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Near Public Transit
  • Subdivision Name: 20 - Mesa
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Reso Flooring: Carpet
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Fair
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1955
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.12
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Roosevelt
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: Other
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: Other
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Laundry Laundry Room2: Yes
  • Amenities Dual Pane Window2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Range2: Yes
  • Property Information Main House SqFt: 1128.0
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Dining In Kitchen4: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Family Room3: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Carpet: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Deck3: Yes
  • ViewOcean: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #12: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • Condition Fair2: Yes
  • Style Craftsman2: Yes
  • Status Information Seller Concessions3: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Gas Range
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountain(s), Ocean, Setting
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 0.12
  • Topography: Level
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fruit Trees
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Window Features:ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Gar #1

Utilities

  • Heating: Wall Furnace
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: SB Wtr
  • Heating:Wall Furnace: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Unit 1 Amenities:Cathedral Ceiling(s)2: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Roosevelt
  • High School: Other
  • Middle Or Junior School: Other

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 041-342-013
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5227.2
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 20, 2025
Closed on
Dec 8, 2025
Sold by
Ellen E Downing Living Trust and Gomez Susan L
Bought by
Valerie Skowron Revocable Trust and Skowron
Seller's Agent
Lenny Gerthoffer
Blue Star Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Lenny Gerthoffer
Sun Coast Real Estate
List Price
$2,295,000
Sold Price
$1,950,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$345,000
-15.03%
Views
67

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
23.81%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 22, 2002
Sold by
Downing Ellen E
Bought by
Downing Ellen E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$90,000
Interest Rate
6.7%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 4, 1996
Sold by
Downing Ellen Erichsen
Bought by
Downing Ellen E
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 $1,950,000 Wfg National Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $90,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/12/2025 12/12/25 Sold $1,950,000 -9.3% $1,729 / Sq Ft
11/29/2025 11/29/25 Pending -- -- --
11/04/2025 11/04/25 Price Changed $2,150,000 -6.3% $1,906 / Sq Ft
10/20/2025 10/20/25 For Sale $2,295,000 0.0% $2,035 / Sq Ft
10/06/2025 10/06/25 Pending -- -- --
10/05/2025 10/05/25 For Sale $2,295,000 -- $2,035 / Sq Ft
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

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 $2,243 $219,200 $67,922 $151,278
2023 $2,243 $210,690 $65,286 $145,404
2022 $2,160 $206,559 $64,006 $142,553
2021 $2,107 $202,509 $62,751 $139,758
2020 $2,085 $200,433 $62,108 $138,325
2019 $2,047 $196,504 $60,891 $135,613
2018 $2,016 $192,652 $59,698 $132,954
2017 $1,948 $188,876 $58,528 $130,348
2016 $1,983 $185,174 $57,381 $127,793
2014 $1,928 $178,822 $55,413 $123,409
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 25-3693

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 041-342-013

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