Location, style and income! Highly sought-after Santa Barbara West Mesa destination home, just one block to Mesa Lane Beach. A rare California coastal gem and successful vacation rental with solid 4.9 star rated Airbnb income generation. Single level 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,616sf open concept floor plan graced with epic indoor-outdoor flow. Extensive modern remodel completed by local VE Builders in March 2022. Clean chic finishes including all new gourmet kitchen design, formal dining room, private master suite wing, new plumbing, water, and electrical systems. Turnkey beach retreat ideal for those that seek the low-profile Mesa lifestyle, only 5 minutes from Downtown SB. A forever home perfectly located near the dog friendly Douglas Preserve, World-Class Beaches, and the bustling Mesa Village. Need a 4th bedroom and/or some extra space for kids or guests? Well lucky you, kick back in the fully restored 1953 Rainbow vintage trailer tucked away in the rear yard.
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
7,840 sq ftLot Size
$1,726Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Venturelli Group Venturelli•DRE #01323000• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Bought with Jennifer Berger•DRE #01309181• Compass
Beachouse, near 2 beaches, 4 parks and the Mesa village shopping centers. This home has been partially updated and features wood floors, granite kitchen counters,& back yard deck accessible from 3 rooms. Garage conversion to more living space with permits. Den could be 4th BR or DR. Ocean breezes, sunshine, sunsets, great weather, fresh air! See 'documents' for more info (pest, ZIR, prelim).
SBMLS #99-1457
Jun 28, 1999
Sold
$470,000
$291/sq ft
Jun 25, 1999
Listing Removed
—
May 26, 1999
Listed
$479,000
$296/sq ft
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Public Records
May 27, 1983
Sold
$137,000
$85/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$25,580 (+1.7%)
$1,485,691 + $992,229
$2,477,920
2024
$25,141 (+98.9%)
$1,456,560 + $972,774
$2,429,334
2023
$12,640 (+1.7%)
$1,428,000 + $953,700
$2,381,700
2022
$12,423 (+2.4%)
$706,952 + $483,084
$1,190,036
2021
$12,137 (+1.0%)
$693,091 + $473,612
$1,166,703
2020
$12,012 (+1.8%)
$679,501 + $464,326
$1,143,827
2019
$11,803 (+1.4%)
$672,534 + $459,565
$1,132,099
2018
$11,636 (+3.4%)
$659,348 + $450,554
$1,109,902
2017
$11,252 (+2.2%)
$633,746 + $433,059
$1,066,805
2016
$11,014 (+1.1%)
$633,746 + $433,059
$1,066,805
2015
$10,894 (+62.0%)
$621,320 + $424,568
$1,045,888
2014
$6,726 (+0.4%)
$287,741 + $348,765
$636,506
2013
$6,696 (+3.5%)
$287,741 + $348,765
$636,506
2012
$6,471 (+2.3%)
$286,441 + $347,189
$633,630
2011
$6,323 (+0.7%)
$280,825 + $340,382
$621,207
2009
$6,282 (+2.9%)
$273,262 + $331,214
$604,476
2008
$6,105
$268,542 + $325,492
$594,034
Tax history for 308 Cooper Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$25,580 (+1.7%)
$1,485,691 + $992,229
$2,477,920
2024
$25,141 (+98.9%)
$1,456,560 + $972,774
$2,429,334
2023
$12,640 (+1.7%)
$1,428,000 + $953,700
$2,381,700
2022
$12,423 (+2.4%)
$706,952 + $483,084
$1,190,036
2021
$12,137 (+1.0%)
$693,091 + $473,612
$1,166,703
2020
$12,012 (+1.8%)
$679,501 + $464,326
$1,143,827
2019
$11,803 (+1.4%)
$672,534 + $459,565
$1,132,099
2018
$11,636 (+3.4%)
$659,348 + $450,554
$1,109,902
2017
$11,252 (+2.2%)
$633,746 + $433,059
$1,066,805
2016
$11,014 (+1.1%)
$633,746 + $433,059
$1,066,805
2015
$10,894 (+62.0%)
$621,320 + $424,568
$1,045,888
2014
$6,726 (+0.4%)
$287,741 + $348,765
$636,506
2013
$6,696 (+3.5%)
$287,741 + $348,765
$636,506
2012
$6,471 (+2.3%)
$286,441 + $347,189
$633,630
2011
$6,323 (+0.7%)
$280,825 + $340,382
$621,207
2009
$6,282 (+2.9%)
$273,262 + $331,214
$604,476
2008
$6,105
$268,542 + $325,492
$594,034
*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
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,841 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1957
Sq. Ft.
1,616
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
041323006
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
May 2, 2023 • Final
1 & 2 family expedited solar pv and optional ess
Install a solar photovoltaic system.
Battery
Electrical
Solar
Nov 30, 2021 • Final
Residential alteration
Perform an interior remodel to the kitchen and convert the family room into a master bedroom. Install new windows and doors in the new master bedroom and dining room. Upgrade the electrical service panel.
Remodel
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
Parking Features: Attached
Attached Garage: Yes
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Dining Information
Formal
Interior Features
Window Features: Drapes, Blinds
Laundry Features: 220V Elect, Common Area
Appliances: Gas Range, Tankless Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Stove, Rev Osmosis, Washer
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Raised
Exterior Features: Lawn, Fruit Trees
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Stucco
Roof: Composition
Property Information
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Condition: Excellent
Levels: Single Story
Lot Information
View: Setting
Lot Features: Level, Near Public Transit
Zoning: R-1
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling Available: Yes
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Utilities Information
Sewer: Sewer Hookup
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Monroe
Middle Or Junior School: LaCumbre
High School: San Marcos
Location Information
Cross Street: Carlton Way
Directions: Adjacent to Mesa Lane. Just 1-block to Mesa Lane Beach access.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,616
Stories: —
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: 1957
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 041323006
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Monroe Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.2mi
7/10
La Cumbre Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
6/10
San Marcos Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.2mi
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
7 days above 84° 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$2.65M – $3.21M
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