259 San Rafael Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93109

Off market sep 2011 for $1.3M

$3,591,816

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,407/mo

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2,221

sq ft

259 San Rafael Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93109

About this home

One of the finest remodels on the Mesa. Designed by respected architect Bryan Pollard this property emotes charm, class, & was designed for casual living. Upper story addition & extensive remodel completed in 2006. Ocean view from Master Suite. Large office upstairs plus family room downstairs. Kitchen remodel completed in early 2010. New appliances & custom cabinets throughout. Jacuzzi, FP & BBQ.

Single-familyProperty Type

1953Year Built

6,615 sq ftLot Size

$1,617Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Rob Williams •DRE #01359357 • Village Properties

Bought with Joe Parker, Garrett McCaw & Jeff M. Oien Group •DRE #01314939 / 01457796 / 00852118 • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

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•Source:SBMLS #10-3511

Redfin Estimate

$3,591,816

$2.2M since sold in September 2011$170K since October

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This home's estimate is 10.2% higher than the average sale price ($3.26M) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 18, 2026
$4,850,000
A
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SOLD MAY 22, 2026
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B
3 beds3 baths2,015 sq ft
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SOLD FEB 10, 2026
$2,895,000
C
4 beds3 baths— sq ft
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SOLD SEP 8, 2026
$2,450,000
D
4 beds3 baths1,736 sq ft
2441 Borton Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
SOLD OCT 9, 2026
$2,250,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,417 sq ft
117 Santa Cruz Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93109

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Market trends in 93109, CA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

97.8%

1.7% MoM

Median sale price

$2.2M

$201K MoM

Avg. days on market

35d

13 days MoM

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3 MoM

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$2,495,000
3 beds3 baths1,892 sq ft
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$2,695,000
4 beds2 baths1,420 sq ft
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Sale history for 259 San Rafael Ave

Date

Event

Price

SBMLS #10-3511

Sep 30, 2011

Sold

$1,350,000

$608/sq ft

Oct 5, 2010

Listed

$1,495,000

$673/sq ft

SBMLS #99-628

Jun 18, 1999

Sold

$499,000

$225/sq ft

May 10, 1999

Listing Removed

—

Mar 8, 1999

Listed

$499,000

$225/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 26, 1987

Sold

$210,000

$95/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$18,166 (+1.4%)

$832,758 + $896,816

$1,729,574

2025

$17,920 (+1.7%)

$832,758 + $896,816

$1,729,574

2024

$17,614 (+1.8%)

$816,430 + $879,232

$1,695,662

2023

$17,294 (+1.7%)

$800,422 + $861,993

$1,662,415

2022

$16,998 (+2.3%)

$784,728 + $845,092

$1,629,820

2021

$16,608 (+1.0%)

$769,342 + $828,522

$1,597,864

2020

$16,437 (+1.8%)

$754,257 + $812,277

$1,566,534

2019

$16,151 (+1.4%)

$746,524 + $803,949

$1,550,473

2018

$15,922 (+3.4%)

$731,887 + $788,186

$1,520,073

2017

$15,397 (+2.4%)

$703,468 + $757,581

$1,461,049

2016

$15,037 (+1.1%)

$703,468 + $757,581

$1,461,049

2015

$14,873 (+1.7%)

$689,675 + $742,727

$1,432,402

2014

$14,628 (+0.4%)

$666,010 + $717,241

$1,383,251

2013

$14,563 (+3.1%)

$666,010 + $717,241

$1,383,251

2012

$14,121 (+65.2%)

$663,000 + $714,000

$1,377,000

2011

$8,549 (+0.6%)

$650,000 + $700,000

$1,350,000

2009

$8,494 (+2.7%)

$303,626 + $514,110

$817,736

2008

$8,273

$298,381 + $505,228

$803,609

Tax history for 259 San Rafael Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$18,166 (+1.4%)

$832,758 + $896,816

$1,729,574

2025

$17,920 (+1.7%)

$832,758 + $896,816

$1,729,574

2024

$17,614 (+1.8%)

$816,430 + $879,232

$1,695,662

2023

$17,294 (+1.7%)

$800,422 + $861,993

$1,662,415

2022

$16,998 (+2.3%)

$784,728 + $845,092

$1,629,820

2021

$16,608 (+1.0%)

$769,342 + $828,522

$1,597,864

2020

$16,437 (+1.8%)

$754,257 + $812,277

$1,566,534

2019

$16,151 (+1.4%)

$746,524 + $803,949

$1,550,473

2018

$15,922 (+3.4%)

$731,887 + $788,186

$1,520,073

2017

$15,397 (+2.4%)

$703,468 + $757,581

$1,461,049

2016

$15,037 (+1.1%)

$703,468 + $757,581

$1,461,049

2015

$14,873 (+1.7%)

$689,675 + $742,727

$1,432,402

2014

$14,628 (+0.4%)

$666,010 + $717,241

$1,383,251

2013

$14,563 (+3.1%)

$666,010 + $717,241

$1,383,251

2012

$14,121 (+65.2%)

$663,000 + $714,000

$1,377,000

2011

$8,549 (+0.6%)

$650,000 + $700,000

$1,350,000

2009

$8,494 (+2.7%)

$303,626 + $514,110

$817,736

2008

$8,273

$298,381 + $505,228

$803,609

*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

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6,534 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1985

Sq. Ft.

2,221

Year built

1953

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Santa Barbara County

APN

045141004

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Nov 10, 2026.

Mar 1, 2019 • Final

Historic permits

Construct a new masonry free-standing fireplace with a gas line in the rear yard.

Grading

Mar 1, 2019 • Final

Historic permits

Reactivate an expired permit to complete a bathroom addition. The work includes electrical wiring, lighting, switches, outlets, and plumbing fixtures. Remove an unpermitted exterior shower installation and perform a final inspection.

Addition

Bathroom

Electrical

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

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3

Room Information
Office
Family Room 2

Interior Features
Laundry Features: In Garage
Fireplace Features: Patio
Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Stove, Microwave, Wtr Softener Leased
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile

Exterior

Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Raised
Exterior Features: SPA-Outside, Lawn, Yard Irrigation T/O
Construction Materials: Wood Shingles
Roof: Composition

Property Information
Architectural Style: Cape Cod
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Property Condition: Excellent
Levels: Two

Lot Information
View: Ocean, Setting
Lot Features: Level
Zoning: R-1

Utilities

Heating & Cooling
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Washington
Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.
High School: S.B. Sr.

Location Information
Cross Street: Shoreline
Directions: 2.5 blocks up from Shoreline Park.

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,221
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,534 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: 1985
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 045141004

Home facts updated by county records on Nov 10, 2026

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Washington Elementary School

Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.5mi

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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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

$3.41M – $4.13M

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Data from public records.

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252 San Rafael Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1067 Sq. Ft.	$1,877,127
249 San Rafael Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1035 Sq. Ft.	$1,883,402
271 San Rafael Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1575 Sq. Ft.	$2,697,720
255 San Rafael Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1153 Sq. Ft.	$2,207,382
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Address	Redfin Estimate
262 San Rafael Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1320 Sq. Ft.	$2,439,169
242 San Rafael Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1067 Sq. Ft.	$2,780,382
263 San Rafael Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1070 Sq. Ft.	$2,245,040
270 San Rafael Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1455 Sq. Ft.	$2,402,760
1422 Santa Rosa Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2492 Sq. Ft.	$3,513,545
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