Fixer Upper
Address
2538 Mesa School Lane, SANTA BARBARA, CA
Price
$ 1,800,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#263007
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Pending
- CountySanta Barbara
- CitySANTA BARBARA
- Area20 - SB-WEST OF STATE
- Neighborhood20 - Mesa-Below Cliff
- Zip93109
- StyleBungalow
- Year Built1947
- Price$ 1,800,000
- Bedrooms2
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Lot Size0.23 Acres
Data Source:
Santa Barbara MLS (SBAOR)
Property Description
For the first time on the market since 1947, this legendary property offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to build your dream home in one of Santa Barbara's premier beach communities. Nestled on a generous 0.23-acre lot in the highly coveted West Mesa neighborhood, this property is just steps from the sand and the majestic bluff-top trails of the Douglas Family Preserve. The expansive parcel features two existing structures ready for a complete reimagining: a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom main home with an additional flexible room used as a bedroom, and a separate studio auxiliary building complete with a loft and full bathroom. While the existing structures have fallen into disrepair, they present a rare and highly valuable ''blank canvas'' in a neighborhood where buildable footprints are almost impossible to find. Embrace the ultimate surf, sunset, and authentic coastal lifestyle. Bring your architect, your vision, and a fresh palette to create your private bliss in paradise. Opportunities like this only happen once in a lifetime--don't miss your chance to design uncompromised coastal living at its best.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Monroe Elementary School | LaCumbre Middle School | San Marcos High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/8/2026 | Listed $1,800,000 |
General Features
| Roof | Composition |
|---|---|
| Zoning | R-1 |
| Architectural Style | Bungalow |
| Construction Materials | Wood Siding,Stucco |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Year Built | 1947 |
| View | Wooded |
| Levels | Single Story |
| Property Subtype | Home/Estate |
| County | Santa Barbara |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Subdivision Name | 20 - Mesa/Below Cliff |
| Other Structures | Studio |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Pending |
| Directions | Hwy. 101 to Carillo St. Go west on Carillo to Cliff Dr. and turn right. Make a left onto Mesa Lane then right onto Mesa School Lane. |
| High School | San Marcos |
| City | SANTA BARBARA |
| MLS Area | 20 - SB/WEST OF STATE |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 10018.8 |
| Elementary School | Monroe |
| Middle/Junior High School | LaCumbre |
| Property Condition | Poor |
| MLS Area Minor | 20 - SB/WEST OF STATE |
| Standard Status | Pending |
Interior Features
| Laundry Features | In Kitchen |
|---|---|
| Total Bedrooms | 2 |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | On Street |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | Sloped Down,Near Public Transit |
| Water Source | SB Wtr |
| Lot Size Area | 0.23 |
| Foundation Details | Slab |
| Building Area Total | 698 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.23 |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 93109
Price
Year Built
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