Epic Santa Barbara Mesa location is this turn-key 1952 sq ft 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath Mediterranean palm studded resort-style townhouse. Remodeled kitchen and bathrooms with gleaming tile and wood floors, stainless appliances, newer Caesar stone counter-tops, newer window coverings, and plush carpeting. Attached 2 car garage with interior access. Huge walk-in closet and balcony off the large master bedroom suite complete with jacuzzi tub. 2 cozy fireplaces in LR and Master, and 2nd floor laundry area. Sunny private fenced wraparound patio with gate to the community pool. Walk to world class Mesa beaches,Shoreline Park, Lazy Acres market, restaurants, & coveted Washington school. Low maintenance lock and leave home in quiet location. Just a stones throw away from everything SB has to offer. This unit shares only one wall with your neighbor. It lives like a single family home.Other highlights of the unit include high ceilings, skylights, ceiling fans, baseboard moldings, designer paint colors, lots of storage, and a cobblestone driveway to your own attached 2 car garage. One of the best locations in the complex towards the back on a cul-de-sac. Large private patio perfect for dog or children. Perfect to live full time as a resident or as a second home. Washington School is highly rated. Walk to school!
CondoProperty Type
1994Year Built
$1,129Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Wendy Gronsky•DRE #01834350• Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara
Bought with Summer Knight•DRE #01377264• Sun Coast Real Estate
BEAUTIFUL SHORELINE VILLAS CONDO, CUSTOM FINISHES, FORMAL DINING ROOM, BREAKFAST AREA IN KITCHEN. MASTER STE W/FRPLC, SPA TUB, CUSTOM FITTED WALK-IN CLOSET. LOADS OF UPGRADES. MOVE-IN CONDITION. WALK TO BEACH. LOCATED BEHIND LAZY ACRES.ACCESS FROM LIGHTHOUSE RD OFF CLIFF. ESCROW FIRST AMERICAN, PATTY RUSSELL.
SBMLS #99-2181
Sep 7, 1999
Sold
$552,000
$283/sq ft
Jul 28, 1999
Listed
$559,000
$286/sq ft
SBMLS #97-3355
Nov 18, 1997
Sold
$377,500
$193/sq ft
Nov 17, 1997
Listing Removed
—
Sep 29, 1997
Listed
$379,900
$195/sq ft
Public Records
May 10, 1994
Sold
$335,000
$172/sq ft
SBMLS #94-617
May 10, 1994
Sold
$337,500
$173/sq ft
May 9, 1994
Listing Removed
—
Feb 21, 1994
Listed
$345,000
$177/sq ft
Public Records
May 20, 1993
Sold
$1,000,000
$512/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,030 (+1.7%)
$825,299 + $825,299
$1,650,598
2024
$16,738 (+1.9%)
$809,117 + $809,117
$1,618,234
2023
$16,433 (+1.8%)
$793,252 + $793,252
$1,586,504
2022
$16,149 (+67.6%)
$777,699 + $777,699
$1,555,398
2021
$9,636 (+1.0%)
$762,450 + $762,450
$1,524,900
2020
$9,536 (+1.8%)
$425,970 + $481,349
$907,319
2019
$9,370 (+1.4%)
$421,603 + $476,414
$898,017
2018
$9,238 (+3.4%)
$413,337 + $467,073
$880,410
2017
$8,933 (+1.9%)
$397,288 + $448,937
$846,225
2016
$8,763 (+1.1%)
$397,288 + $448,937
$846,225
2015
$8,667 (+1.7%)
$389,499 + $440,135
$829,634
2014
$8,526 (+0.4%)
$376,134 + $425,032
$801,166
2013
$8,488 (+3.3%)
$376,134 + $425,032
$801,166
2012
$8,215 (+2.3%)
$374,435 + $423,112
$797,547
2011
$8,028 (+0.6%)
$367,094 + $414,816
$781,910
2009
$7,976 (+2.7%)
$357,208 + $403,644
$760,852
2008
$7,767
$351,037 + $396,670
$747,707
Tax history for 231 Lighthouse Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,030 (+1.7%)
$825,299 + $825,299
$1,650,598
2024
$16,738 (+1.9%)
$809,117 + $809,117
$1,618,234
2023
$16,433 (+1.8%)
$793,252 + $793,252
$1,586,504
2022
$16,149 (+67.6%)
$777,699 + $777,699
$1,555,398
2021
$9,636 (+1.0%)
$762,450 + $762,450
$1,524,900
2020
$9,536 (+1.8%)
$425,970 + $481,349
$907,319
2019
$9,370 (+1.4%)
$421,603 + $476,414
$898,017
2018
$9,238 (+3.4%)
$413,337 + $467,073
$880,410
2017
$8,933 (+1.9%)
$397,288 + $448,937
$846,225
2016
$8,763 (+1.1%)
$397,288 + $448,937
$846,225
2015
$8,667 (+1.7%)
$389,499 + $440,135
$829,634
2014
$8,526 (+0.4%)
$376,134 + $425,032
$801,166
2013
$8,488 (+3.3%)
$376,134 + $425,032
$801,166
2012
$8,215 (+2.3%)
$374,435 + $423,112
$797,547
2011
$8,028 (+0.6%)
$367,094 + $414,816
$781,910
2009
$7,976 (+2.7%)
$357,208 + $403,644
$760,852
2008
$7,767
$351,037 + $396,670
$747,707
*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
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
1994
Sq. Ft.
1,952
Year built
1994
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
045370014
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
R-2
S-D-3
Two-Unit Residential District
This zone is intended to provide areas for medium-density residential where the principal use of land is for two-unit residences. Single-unit residence and garden apartment developments are also allowed. The regulations for this zone are intended to limit activities which would be inharmonious with or injurious to the preservation and character of a residential environment. Nonresidential uses are limited to those that support daily life of neighborhoods, complement surrounding residential development, and mitigate impacts to traffic, parking demand, light, glare, and noise.
Zone overlays
Coastal Overlay Zone S-D-3 Zone Designation
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Livestock production
Garden center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Gar #2
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: No
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Dining Information
In Kitchen
Breakfast Area
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Common Area, In Unit
Fireplace Features: Primary Bedroom, 2, LR
Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Washer
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Tile
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Slab
Exterior Features: Pool, Patio Open, Fenced: BCK
Construction Materials: Stucco
Roof: Tile
Property Information
Architectural Style: Medit
# Of Buildings: 22
Property Sub Type: Condo/Co-Op
Occupant Type Allowed: Occ All Ages
Property Condition: Excellent
Levels: Two
Lot Information
View: Setting
Lot Features: Level, Cul-De-Sac, Near Public Transit
Zoning: R-2
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
HOA Information
Association: Yes
Association Amenities: Pool
Association FeeInc ludes: Insurance, Earthquake Insurance, Trash, Comm Area Maint, Exterior Maint
CondoCO-OPPUD Association Fee: $619
School Information
Elementary School: Washington
Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.
High School: S.B. Sr.
Location Information
Cross Street: Cliff Drive
Directions: From Cliff Drive turn down Lighthouse Rd unit is on your right. Park on Street!
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,952
Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1994
Year Renovated: 1994
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 045370014
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
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Schools
Washington Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.1mi
6/10
La Cumbre Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
6/10
San Marcos Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.6mi
8/10
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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
7 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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Estimated sale price
$2.09M – $2.53M
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