2538 Mesa School Lane, Santa Barbara, CA 93109

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2538 Mesa School Lane,Santa Barbara, CA 93109
$1,800,000
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 698 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: reyne stapelmann
Office: berkshire hathaway homeservices california properties
MLS#:26-3007
Source:SBAOR

Price summary

  • Price:$1,800,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$2,578.8

About this home

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....

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Home facts

  • Year built:1947
  • Subdivision & Development:20 - Mesa/Below Cliff
  • Listing ID #:26-3007
  • Added:1 day(s) ago
  • Updated:September 09, 2026 at 03:47 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:2
  • Total bathrooms:2
  • Full bathrooms:2
  • Living area:698 sq. ft.

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Composition
  • Year built:1947
  • Building area:698 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.23 Acres
  • Lot Features:Near Public Transit, Sloped Down
  • Construction Materials:Stucco, Wood Siding
  • Foundation Description:Slab
  • Levels:1 Story

Schools

  • High school:San Marcos
  • Middle school:LaCumbre
  • Elementary school:Monroe

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$1,800,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$2,578.8

Features and amenities

  • Laundry features:In Kitchen

Parking

  • Parking description:On Street
Based on information from the Santa Barbara MLS as of September 9, 2026 Display of MLS data is usually deemed reliable but is NOT guaranteed accurate by the MLS. Buyers are responsible for verifying the accuracy of all information and should investigate the data themselves or retain appropriate professionals. Information from sources other than the Listing Agent may have been included in the MLS data. Unless otherwise specified in writing, Broker/Agent has not and will not verify any information obtained from other sources. The Broker/Agent providing the information contained herein may or may not have been the Listing and/or Selling Agent. SBAOR Member Broker: Randy Thompson