
243 Por La Mar Cir Santa Barbara, CA 93103
East Beach NeighborhoodEstimated payment $7,137/month
Highlights
- Fitness Center
- Gated with Attendant
- Property is near an ocean
- Santa Barbara Senior High School Rated A-
- Pool House
- 3-minute walk to Dwight Murphy Playground
About This Home
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.
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,400
Year Built
- Built in 1991
Lot Details
- Dog Run
- Gated Home
- Property is in excellent condition
HOA Fees
Home Design
- Spanish Architecture
- Mediterranean Architecture
- Flat Roof Shape
- Slab Foundation
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 700 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Park or Greenbelt Views
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
Parking
- Carport
- Guest Parking
Pool
- Pool House
- Spa
- Outdoor Pool
Outdoor Features
- Property is near an ocean
Location
- Property is near a park
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
- Property is near shops
- Property is near a bus stop
Schools
- Cleveland Elementary School
- S.B. Jr. Middle School
- S.B. Sr. High School
Utilities
- Wall Furnace
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 017-650-043
- Seller Considering Concessions
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include insurance, water, trash, cable TV, prop mgmt, comm area maint, exterior maint, security
- 261 Buildings
- 261 Units
- El Escorial Community
- 15 East Beach Subdivision
Amenities
- Restaurant
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Fitness Center
- Community Pool
- Community Spa
Pet Policy
- Pets Allowed
Security
- Gated with Attendant
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
---|---|---|---|---|
2023 | $8,400 | $775,000 | $350,000 | $425,000 |
2022 | $2,980 | $276,811 | $86,882 | $189,929 |
2021 | $2,910 | $271,384 | $85,179 | $186,205 |
2020 | $2,880 | $268,602 | $84,306 | $184,296 |
2019 | $2,829 | $263,336 | $82,653 | $180,683 |
2018 | $2,789 | $258,174 | $81,033 | $177,141 |
2017 | $2,697 | $253,113 | $79,445 | $173,668 |
2016 | $2,711 | $248,151 | $77,888 | $170,263 |
2014 | $2,639 | $239,638 | $75,217 | $164,421 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
04/11/2025 04/11/25 | Price Changed | $875,000 | -2.7% | $1,250 / Sq Ft |
02/18/2025 02/18/25 | For Sale | $899,000 | +16.0% | $1,284 / Sq Ft |
10/28/2022 10/28/22 | Sold | $775,000 | 0.0% | $1,107 / Sq Ft |
10/04/2022 10/04/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
08/25/2022 08/25/22 | Price Changed | $775,000 | -2.5% | $1,107 / Sq Ft |
07/20/2022 07/20/22 | For Sale | $795,000 | -- | $1,136 / Sq Ft |
Deed History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Grant Deed | $775,000 | Chicago Title | |
Deed | -- | Chicago Title | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
Grant Deed | $175,000 | First American Title |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $658,750 | New Conventional | |
Closed | $658,750 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $175,000 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $119,900 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
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Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service
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