$420,000

82 La Mesa Ln Santa Barbara, CA 93105

Estimated payment $2,574/month

Total Views 547
1 Bed
1 Bath
536 Sq Ft
$784 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Very Popular Property
  • River Front
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Santa Ynez Elementary School Rated A-
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Hilly Lot

About This Home

Perfect Little Getaway Cabin Overlooking the Santa Ynez River Valley
Perched on the brow of a hill and shaded by graceful oaks, this inviting cabin offers a peaceful escape with scenic views of the Santa Ynez River valley. The home features vaulted ceilings, a striking stone fireplace, warm wood flooring, and a modern kitchen and bath blending rustic charm with comfortable updates.
A full unfinished basement/garage beneath the house offers additional storage or potential workshop space.
Located less than 15 miles from Santa Barbara, this cabin sits on U.S. Forest Service land and is subject to Forest Service use restrictions:
- Recreational use only (not intended for full-time occupancy)
- Buyer must demonstrate permanent residency elsewhere
- Minimum use of 15 days per year require - 20 year permit and annual fee apply
- No bank financing available, cash buyers only
- May be rented for no more than 15 days per year.
- Current permit is good through the current term, i.e. 12/31/2028. A new 20 year term will begin 1/01/2029
- See documents for additional information.

An ideal retreat for nature lovers, artists, writers or anyone seeking a weekend escape just minutes from the coast. Available fully furnished! Just bring your suitcase! Year built is unknown.

Listing Agent

Ruth Ann Bowe

Village Properties - 1 License #01751940 Listed on: 08/20/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $200

Lot Details

  • 0.25 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a stream
  • River Front
  • Hilly Lot
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Property is in good condition

HOA Fees

  • $269 Monthly HOA Fees

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Peek-A-Boo
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Cabin
  • Raised Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 536 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Blinds
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Stove

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • Garage
  • Uncovered Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Stream or River on Lot

Schools

  • Cla Elementary And Middle School
  • Cla High School

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Wall Furnace
  • Private Water Source
  • Septic System

Community Details

  • $1,464 HOA Transfer Fee

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 753-050-020
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$200

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$269 per month

Listing Details

  • Directions: 154 to Paradise Rd. Left on La Mesa. Stay to the left. Road is bumpy. Recommend a taller vehicle.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1111
  • ResoWindowFeatures: Blinds
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • Road Frontage Type: River/Stream
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Laundry Room
  • Architectural Style: Cabin
  • Reso Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Good
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1111
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.25
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: CLA
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: CLA
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: CLA
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Hilly2: Yes
  • WaterSewer Pvt Wtr Sys: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Exterior Wood Siding: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Drought Tolerant LND2: Yes
  • Laundry Laundry Room2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Bath2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Kitchen2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Blinds: Yes
  • View Wooded3: Yes
  • Property Information Apx Lot SqFt: 11049.0
  • Condition Good2: Yes
  • WaterSewer Septic In: Yes
  • LocationTopo RiverStream2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #12: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • Foundation Raised: Yes
  • View PartialFiltered2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Unc #33: Yes
  • Appliances Included Elect Stove2: Yes
  • Style Cabin2: Yes
  • CondoCO-OPPUD Association Fee2: 3232.0
  • CondoCO-OPPUD Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • CondoCO-OPPUD Association Transfer Fee: 1464.0
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Elect Stove
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountain(s), Wooded, Partial/Filtered
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Acres: 0.25
  • Topography: Hilly
  • Waterfront Features: Stream
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Drought Tolerant LND
  • Foundation Details: Raised

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Gar #1, Unc #3

Utilities

  • Cooling: Other
  • Heating: Wall Furnace
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Pvt Wtr Sys
  • Heating:Wall Furnace: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 3232.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: CLA
  • High School: CLA
  • Middle Or Junior School: CLA

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 753-050-020
  • Zoning: Other
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 11049.0

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Range of Values:

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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 $200 $19,185 $5,750 $13,435
2023 $200 $18,442 $5,528 $12,914
2022 $193 $18,081 $5,420 $12,661
2021 $189 $17,727 $5,314 $12,413
2020 $187 $17,546 $5,260 $12,286
2019 $183 $17,203 $5,157 $12,046
2018 $179 $16,866 $5,056 $11,810
2017 $176 $16,536 $4,957 $11,579
2016 $171 $16,212 $4,860 $11,352
2014 $165 $15,657 $4,694 $10,963
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/20/2025 08/20/25 For Sale $420,000 -- $784 / Sq Ft
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

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82 La Mesa Ln, Santa Barbara, CA

This home is located at 82 La Mesa Ln, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 and is currently priced at $420,000, approximately $783 per square foot. 82 La Mesa Ln is a home located in Santa Barbara County with nearby schools including Santa Ynez Elementary School and Santa Ynez Valley Union High School.

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