Mesa, Santa Barbara CA Homes & Real Estate

Included below are homes for sale and real estate on the Mesa, CA.

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Mesa May 28, 2023
7
Listed
23
Avg. DOM
$1,842.56
Avg. $ / Sq.Ft.
$1,950,000
Med. List Price
7 Properties
Open 5/28
1511 Santa Rosa Ave Santa Barbara,  CA 93109
$1,900,000
Neighborhood: 20 - Mesa
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,193
Sq.Ft.
1947
Year Built
5
Days on Site
23-1463
MLS
First time on the market in decades, this incredibly charming 1947 Mesa home has been lovingly maintained. This 2 bedroom, 1 bath home sits on .18 acres with many mature trees. The larger lot creates...
Open 5/28
238 San Rafael Ave Santa Barbara,  CA 93109
$1,950,000
Neighborhood: 20 - Mesa
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,035
Sq.Ft.
1953
Year Built
5
Days on Site
23-1467
MLS
Enjoy sunset skies and great walks along Shoreline Drive from this 3 bedroom, 1 bath Mesa home on .14 acres. With original wood floors and the charm of a Mesa cottage, this property has so many...
Open 5/28
222 Meigs Rd #17 Santa Barbara,  CA 93109
$1,399,000
Neighborhood: 20 - Mesa
2
Beds
1
Baths
852
Sq.Ft.
1993
Year Built
11
Days on Site
23-1391
MLS
Experience coastal living at its finest in this 2-bed Mesa condo! Enjoy ocean views, abundant light, and modern finishes. The living room is bathed in sunlight, perfect for relaxation or entertaining....
Open 5/28
129 Palisades Dr Santa Barbara,  CA 93109
$2,625,000
Neighborhood: 20 - Mesa
4
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
1,033
Sq.Ft.
1954
Year Built
17
Days on Site
23-1317
MLS
PRICE REDUCED! Sunny immaculatecottage nestled at ocean-end of quiet street. Highly sought after location close to ocean, Mesa Lane steps, Douglas Family Preserve, El Camino De La Luz foot and bike...
$1,950,000
Neighborhood: 20 - Mesa
3
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
1,440
Sq.Ft.
1976
Year Built
19
Days on Site
23-1294
MLS
This charming 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home is truly the epitome of the Mesa lifestyle with ocean views & beautiful outdoor patios to enjoy California living. Originally designed with a Mediterranean...
2
Beds
1F11/2
Baths
1,120
Sq.Ft.
1973
Year Built
20
Days on Site
23-1265
MLS
Welcome home to a beautiful, light filled 2 bed/1.5 bath condo located on the park side of the Highlands. Many updates include granite and butcher block counters, engineered bamboo flooring...
Open 5/28
1919 El Camino De La Luz Santa Barbara,  CA 93109
$4,325,000
Neighborhood: 20 - Mesa
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,384
Sq.Ft.
1956
Year Built
90
Days on Site
23-516
MLS
This is the Santa Barbara ocean view beach house you have been waiting for! Wake up to the tranquil sound of waves on the shore and the rejuvenating breeze of fresh ocean air. Enjoy complete serenity...

Mesa Neighborhood Information

• What is it like to live on the Mesa? •

Location

The Mesa stretches out from Santa Barbara City College on the East and extends up to Douglas Family Preserve and Hendry’s Beach, one of the beloved beaches in town. This neighborhood can be divided into East Mesa, West Mesa,  and Alta Mesa. I am going to refer to The Mesa as a whole here. If you like more information about the Alta Mesa neighborhood, check here.

Appeal

Most residents enjoy the Mesa predominantly for its proximity to the water, the casual-beachy neighborhood atmosphere, and ocean views. This laid-back lifestyle appeals to so many here in Santa Barbara. Families especially appreciate the great playgrounds and parks, walkability, and the overall sense of community. You can easily bike, run or walk to the waterfront from most parts of the Mesa. It is also a popular neighborhood for dog lovers. There is so much attractive outdoor space for those long walks with your furry friend. The most popular place for dog owners to socialize is probably Hendry's Beach, with the off-leash option in one direction. 

Parks

Both La Mesa Park and Shoreline Park are very popular. In fact, Shoreline Park is considered to be one of the best parks in Santa Barbara with its wide-open grassy areas, toddler-friendly playground, many picnic benches, beach access, and incredible views of the ocean.

There is also Elings Park, a 230-acre park with several hiking and biking trails, sports fields, playgrounds, special events venues, paragliding, and stunning panoramic views. Sometimes you can even find lamas, goats, and sheep at the top of the park.

Schools

The public schools have a good reputation in town. Some options include:

Tip: Check general school ratings for more information.

Shopping

At the Meigs Road and Cliff Drive intersection, you’ll find all shopping you need for your Mesa lifestyle. Some popular options are:

  • Lazy Acres - one of Santa Barbara’s best sources for natural, organic foods and fresh produce.
  • Mesa Produce - Like a mini Farmer's Market

Restaurants

Some popular restaurant options include:

You can also find Vons, CVS, Rite Aid, several other restaurants, hair salons, fresh smoothies and juices, coffee shops, etc. to complete your shopping and dining experience. 

Note: Climate

If you are weather-sensitive, you should know that this area can get quite a bit of fog, especially during certain times of the year. The marine layer might keep the sun from coming through for the earlier parts of the day. Usually, the haze burns off around mid-day / early afternoon. On the plus side, the weather is cooler here during the summer and mild during winter.

Homes

Homes in this charming, coastal neighborhood are extremely desirable due to all the above-mentioned factors. You’ll find all sorts of styles from beachy California cottages, Craftsman and Ranch to Classic Mediterranean. Lot sizes are generally smaller and houses are closer together in this neighborhood. Most of the neighborhood is made up of single-family homes. But you will also find multi-family homes, apartment buildings, condos, and townhouses.

Neighborhood Tour

→ Watch this video for an impression of the Mesa neighborhood at timestamp 00:25