242 San Rafael Ave Santa Barbara, CA 93109
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 22, 2022 | Home Sold | $1,880,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,917,600 | $20,310 |
| 2023 | $1,880,000 | $19,942 |
| 2022 | $440,428 | $4,716 |
| 2021 | $431,793 | $4,606 |
| 2020 | $427,366 | $4,558 |
| 2019 | $418,988 | $4,415 |
| 2018 | $410,773 | $4,415 |
| 2017 | $402,719 | $4,269 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Washington Elementary School
Public District KG-6
0.6 mi
•290 Lighthouse Rd
5
McKinley Elementary School
Public District PK-6
0.8 mi
•350 Loma Alta Dr
5
Monroe Elementary School
Public District KG-6
1.2 mi
•431 Flora Vista Dr
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $91,346. The majority of Santa Barbara, CA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
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Men's Tennis
Skiing/snowboarding
PGA/LPGA
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
Nordstrom
Chico's
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bonefish Grill
California Pizza Kitchen
Starbucks
What do the neighbors drive?
Lexus
BMW
Cadillac
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Talk/Personality
Classical
Frequently asked questions
About 242 San Rafael Ave
The listing price of 242 San Rafael Ave property is $2,690,000.
The property 242 San Rafael Ave is a house located in Santa Barbara, California, 93109.
The current status of 242 San Rafael Ave is unknown.
The nearby schools for 242 San Rafael Ave are: Washington Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), McKinley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Monroe Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), La Cumbre Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Santa Barbara Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), La Colina Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), La Cuesta Continuation High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Alta Vista Alternative High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $20,310 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on November 22, 2022 for $1,880,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 242 San Rafael Ave has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 242 San Rafael Ave is 1,067 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 242 San Rafael Ave is 1953.
This home is located at 242 San Rafael Ave in Santa Barbara, CA and zip code 93109 in the East Mesa neighborhood. This 1,067 square foot home was built in 1953. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 24, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,690,000.
In June 2025 more than 26 listings in Santa Barbara, CA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 10 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 46 were sold below. Between May and June 2025, Santa Barbara, CA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 5.9%. In June 2025 median list price was $2,127,620 and the average listing age was 35 days.
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