143 San Rafael Avenue, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93109 (MLS# 26-3472)

143 San Rafael Avenue, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93109

$3,495,000

Property Type: Res Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,606 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 8,276 Status: Active

Current Price: $3,495,000 List Date: 10/15/2026 Last Modified: 10/30/2026

Overview

Description

Move in today. Dream bigger tomorrow. Just eight homes from Shoreline Park in Santa Barbara's coveted Marine Terrace enclave, 143 San Rafael Avenue offers the rare combination of a turnkey coastal home to enjoy now and an exciting vision for the future. The 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence offers approximately 1,606 square feet of inviting living space on a spacious 8,276-square-foot parcel. Refinished hardwood floors, abundant natural light, recessed lighting, and dual-pane windows complement an updated kitchen that flows into the dining and living spaces. A comfortable family room with fireplace opens directly to the backyard, while multiple decks and a sunny, private yard invite relaxed indoor-outdoor living.

Supplements: Tesla solar and an attached two-car garage with direct interior access add everyday convenience. Adding exceptional value to this offering are architectural plans designed by renowned Santa Barbara architect Tom Ochsner. Envisioning an approximately 3,400-square-foot residence, including a junior accessory dwelling unit (JADU), the thoughtfully co ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 26-3472

Location Info

District: 20 - SB/WEST OF STATE
Street #: 143
Street Name: San Rafael
Street Suffix: Avenue
State: CA
Country: US
Postal Code: 93109
Compass Map: Santa Barbara
Map Grid: O14
County: Santa Barbara
Parcel Nbr: 045-192-002
Cross Street: Shoreline
Development Name: Marine Terrace

Contract Info

Price: 3495000
Seller Consider Concessions: Yes
Affordable Housing: No
Begin Date: 2026-10-14

Property Information

TYP: Home/Estate
Total Bedrooms: 3
Total Bathrooms: 2
Total Full Baths: 2
Year Built: 1953
Total SqFt.: 1606
Source: Public Records
Apx # Acres: 0.19
Apx Lot SqFt: 8276
ADU: No
Within City Limits Y/N: Santa Barbara
Within Coastal Zone: Yes
Recurring Fees: No

NeighborhoodSchools

Neighborhood: 20 - Mesa/Below Cliff

Remarks

Hot Sheet Comment: new

Owner Info

Deposit: 3
Deposit Type: %
COE: ASAP

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Property Features

Condition: Excellent; Good Style: Cal. Cottage Construction: Single Story; Outside Stairs Roof: Composition Foundation: Slab; Raised Exterior: Stucco Fencing: Fenced: ALL Patio and Porch Features: Deck; Patio Open View: Setting Proximity: Near Ocean; Near Park(s); Near Restaurants; Near School(s); Near Shopping Dining: Dining Area Laundry: In Garage Amenities: Dual Pane Window; Remodeled Bath; Remodeled Kitchen; Room Addition; Skylight; Solar PV Appliances Included: Built-In Electric Oven; Dishwasher; Gas Range; Microwave; Refrigerator Fireplace(s): Gas Supply; LR Security: Smoke Detector(s) Heating: Forced Air Electric: Solar PV Seller Owned Pets: Yes Zoning: Other Reports Available: Other Terms: Cash; Conventional Pub Listing Details: None

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Listing Office: Compass

Last Updated: October - 30 - 2026

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