Situated above 1000 Steps and other nearby beach access areas, 1428 Santa Rosa Ave in Santa Barbara offers an incredible opportunity. This hidden gem in the coveted Mesa neighborhood has undergone a light refresh and features 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom across 1,540 square feet. Tucked away at the end of a flag lot on a serene street, it provides proximity to the beach, Shoreline Park, shopping, dining, and top-rated schools. Ideal for investors and those eager to customize their dream home. Seize this unique chance to own a property in a sought-after Santa Barbara locale with endless possibilities. Additionally, it is situated in the Airbnb zone, enhancing its investment potential.
Single-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
9,147 sq ftLot Size
$1,513Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Aaron Schulman•DRE #01830189• Douglas Elliman of California, Inc.
Bought with Aaron Schulman•DRE #01830189• Douglas Elliman of California, Inc.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
9,148 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1925
Sq. Ft.
1,582
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
045132017
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
Mar 1, 2019 • Final
Historic permits
Remove and replace an existing water heater with a new unit in the same location.
Plumbing
Water heater
Mar 1, 2019 • Final
Historic permits
Remove and replace an existing wall heater with a new unit in the same location.
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: No
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Features
Fireplace Features: Family Room
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Hardwood
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Raised, Pier & Post
Construction Materials: Stucco
Roof: Composition
Property Information
# Of Buildings: 2
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Lot Information
Lot Features: Sloped Down, Near Public Transit
Zoning: R-1
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Floor Furnace
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Washington
Middle Or Junior School: LaCumbre
High School: S.B. Sr.
Location Information
Cross Street: Bay View Circle
Directions: From Shoreline Park take Santa Cruz Blvd right & take the second exit. 1428 is on the left, two homes down at the end of the shared driveway.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,582
Stories: —
Lot Size: 9,148 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: 1925
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 045132017
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Washington Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.4mi
6/10
La Cumbre Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
6/10
San Marcos Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.0mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 83° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
13 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Santa Barbara, CA • 93109
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.9 hours in
June and 5.7 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$2.28M – $2.75M
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