#25-2197, Wendy Gronsky, Listing office: Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara
Property details
About 243 Por La Mar Cir
Welcome to El Escorial Villas! This beautiful west-facing second-floor unit was recently freshly painted and carpeted, featuring enhanced kitchen details and a stacked washer/dryer in the one-bedroom, one-bath layout. Perfect as a pied-à-terre or year-round residence. Enjoy access to resort-style amenities, including a pool, spa, gym, tennis courts, a dog park, and 24-hour gated security. Plus, the HOA conveniently covers water, trash, cable, internet, and recycling. All of this is set against the backdrop of dream living a block from Santa Barbara's East Beach, near local favorites like the Santa Barbara Zoo and the Funk Zone.
Highlights
Home typeCondominium
HeatingWall Furnace
StatusActive
Year built1991
ParkingCpt #1
MLS #25-688
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile
- Total Bedroom Count: 1
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Cpt #1
- Exterior: Tennis Court(s), Pool, Hot Tub, Dog Run
- Architectural Style: Medit, Spanish
- Heating: Wall Furnace
- List Price: $875,000
- HOA Amount: $777
- Annual Tax Amount: $8,399
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Near Public Transit
- Directions: Cabrillo to Ninos Dr
- Year Built: 1991
- Stories: 1
- MLS Number: 25-688
- MLS Name: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service
- Office Name: Requisite Luxury Properties
- Office Phone: (805) 570-9968
- Listing Agent: Lisa McCann
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 28, 2022 | Home Sold | $775,000 |
| Sep 08, 1994 | Home Sold | $175,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $790,500 | $8,399 |
| 2023 | $775,000 | $8,246 |
| 2022 | $276,811 | $2,980 |
| 2021 | $271,384 | $2,909 |
| 2020 | $268,602 | $2,879 |
| 2019 | $263,336 | $2,789 |
| 2018 | $258,174 | $2,789 |
| 2017 | $253,113 | $2,697 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Cleveland Elementary School
Public District PK-6
0.7 mi
•123 Alameda Padre Serra
7
Franklin Elementary School
Public District PK-6
0.8 mi
•1111 E Mason St
5
Adelante Charter
Public Charter KG-6
0.8 mi
•1102 E Yanonali St
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 $68,934. The most common annual income of people living in Santa Barbara, CA is between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
15%
<35k
49%
35k-100k
28%
100k-200k
8%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
68%
Single, No Kids
3%
Single, with Kids
24%
Married, No Kids
5%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
4%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
57%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Yoga/pilates
Continuing Education Courses
PGA/LPGA
Where do the neighbors shop?
H&M
Express/Express For Men
Stein Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Dominos Pizza
Qdoba
Bonefish Grill
What do the neighbors drive?
Audi
Volkswagen
Lincoln
What do the neighbors listen to?
Alternative
Urban Contemporary
Classical
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 243 Por La Mar Cir
The listing price of 243 Por La Mar Cir property is $875,000.
The property 243 Por La Mar Cir is a condo located in Santa Barbara, California, 93103.
Active Listing: 243 Por La Mar Cir is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 243 Por La Mar Cir are: Cleveland Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Franklin Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Adelante Charter (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Santa Barbara Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), La Cumbre Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), La Colina Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Alta Vista Alternative High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), La Cuesta Continuation High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Santa Barbara High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $8,399 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on October 28, 2022 for $775,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 243 Por La Mar Cir has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom.
The sq. ft. of 243 Por La Mar Cir is not available (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 243 Por La Mar Cir is 1991.
This home is located at 243 Por La Mar Cir in Santa Barbara, CA and zip code 93103 in the East Beach neighborhood. Features: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 18, 2025 and is currently priced at $875,000.
While more than 26 listings in Santa Barbara, CA in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 10 listings sold at asking price, and more than 46 were sold below. In June 2025 in Santa Barbara, CA there were 5.9% more homes for sale than in May. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $2,127,620, while the average time on the real estate market was 35 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.