238 San Rafael Ave

1,035 Sq. Ft.
$1,836 / Sq. Ft.
1,035
Sq. Ft.
$1,836
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Enjoy sunset skies and great walks along Shoreline Drive from this 3 bedroom, 1 bath Mesa home on .14 acres. With original wood floors and the charm of a Mesa cottage, this property has so many opportunities. Conveniently located to the beach and all the Mesa has to offer. In the Washington School Attendance area.Enjoy sunset skies and great walks along Shoreline Drive from this 3 bedroom, 1 bath Mesa home on .14 acres. With original wood floors and the charm of a Mesa cottage, this property has so many opportunities. Conveniently located to the beach and all the Mesa has to offer. In the Washington School Attendance area.
  1. Listed by Grubb Campbell Group • DRE #01236143 / 01410304 • Village Properties
    P: (805)-565-8879 C: (805)-895-6226 grubbcampbell@villagesite.com

Property Details for 238 San Rafael Avenue

MLS Neighborhood
20 - Mesa
Property Information:Within City Limits
Yes
Zoning
R-1
Zoning:R-1
Yes
Location Info:Cross Street
Shoreline Drive
Architectural Style
Cal. Cottage
Style:Cal. Cottage
Yes
Construction:Single Story
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 09/13/2024 08:36 PM

Property Details for 238 San Rafael Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #23-1467
Days on Market13
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Home/Estate / Single Family
Year Built1953
Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,098 SF
CountySanta Barbara County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Village Properties, Grubb Campbell Group, DRE #01236143 / 01410304

Sold By Village Properties, Grubb Campbell Group, DRE #01236143 / 01410304

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Building Information for 238 San Rafael Avenue

Stories-Year Built1953Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,098 SF

Payment Calculator

$11,273 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$9,567

Property Taxes

$1,706

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 238 San Rafael Avenue

Details
Features
  • District: 20 - SB/WEST OF STATE
  • District: 20 - SB/WEST OF STATE
  • Appliances Included:Gas Stove: Yes
  • Diningroom Features: In Kitchen
  • Dining:In Kitchen: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Patio Open, Fenced: PRT, Patio Open2, Fenced PRT
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings:Hardwood: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings:Laminate: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Laundry:In Garage: Yes
  • Roof: Composition
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • View:Setting: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Patio Open: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Fenced: PRT: Yes
  • Flooring: Laminate, Hardwood
  • Heating: Wall
  • Kitchen Appliances: Gas Stove
  • View: Setting
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Levels: Single Story
  • Room Total: 0
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating:Wall: Yes
  • Year Built Numeric: 1953
  • Building Area Total: 1035.0
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 045-142-017
  • Association Fee: $.00
Parking/Garage
  • Attached: Yes
  • Parking Features: Gar #2, Attached
  • Garages: Yes
  • Parking Garage:Gar #2: Yes
  • Parking Garage:Attached: Yes
  • Parking Garage: Gar #2, Attached
Room Info
Room Info
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Total Half Baths: 0
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Total Full Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 1.00
Location Info
Location Info
  • Topography: Level
  • Location Info:Compass Map: Santa Barbara
  • Location Info:Map Grid: O14
  • LocationTopo:Level: Yes
  • Proximity:Near Bus: Yes
  • Proximity:Near Ocean: Yes
  • Proximity:Near Park(s): Yes
  • Proximity:Near School(s): Yes
  • Proximity:Near Shopping: Yes
  • Proximity:Restaurants: Yes
  • Number Of Units Buildings: 1
  • Lot Features: Level, Near Public Transit
Neighborhood/Schools
  • Elementary School: Washington
  • Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • High School: S.B. Sr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools:Elementary School: Washington
  • NeighborhoodSchools:Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools:High School: S.B. Sr.
Property / Assessor Information
Property / Assessor Info
  • Site Improvements:Public: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 6098.4
  • Lot Size Area: 0.14
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type Label: Residential
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Foundation:Raised: Yes
  • Condition:Average: Yes
  • Property Information:Realtor.com Type: Residential: Single Family
  • Property Information:Year Built: 1953.0
  • Property Information:Source: Public Records
  • Property Information:ADU: No
Utility Info
  • WaterSewer:S.B. Wtr: Yes
  • WaterSewer:Sewer Hookup: Yes
  • WaterSource: SB Wtr
  • Sewer: Sewer Hookup

Property History for 238 San Rafael Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 15, 2026

Permanently Off Market

CRMLS #26644523

$2,595,000—
Feb 15, 2026

Permanently Off Market

CLAW #26644523

—
Feb 12, 2026

Permanently Off Market

Santa Barbara AOR #26-259

$2,595,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/15/2026

Permanently Off Market

CRMLS #26644523

$2,595,000
02/15/2026

Permanently Off Market

CLAW #26644523

—
02/12/2026

Permanently Off Market

Santa Barbara AOR #26-259

$2,595,000

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Public Records for 238 San Rafael Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$1,428,000Additions$510,000Total$1,938,000
Tax Record2025$20,475 ($1,706 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,035 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,035 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,098 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1953CountySANTA BARBARAAPN045-142-017

Schools near 238 San Rafael Avenue

This home is within Santa Barbara Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 7 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Washington Elementary School
PublicK to 6

La Cumbre Junior High School
Public7 to 8

La Cuesta Continuation High School
Public9 to 12

Alta Vista Alternative High School
Public7 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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