Welcome to this charming 4-bed, 2-bath home nestled in the coveted Serena Park neighborhood near Montecito & the seaside charm of Summerland. Set on a generous 1/3 acre parcel w/ stunning mountain views, this coastal ranch offers beautifully updated single-level living anchored by a mid-century recreation room w/ an office loft. Skylights, clerestory windows, & French doors fill the home w/ natural light & open seamlessly to outdoor spaces, ideal for al-fresco dining, or evenings by the fire pit. An oversized 2-car garage w/ storage room offers flexibility & ADU potential. Homes in Serena Park rarely come available, treasured for their peaceful setting, spacious lots, & close proximity to boutiques, dining, hiking, the SB Polo Club, & beaches. Come experience this lifestyle at Serafin Way
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$2,550,000
138 Serafin Way, Carpinteria, CA 93013
4beds
2,295sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1961
0.29 Acres Lot
$2,626,800 Zestimate®
$1,111/sqft
$7,793 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,626,800
$2.50M - $2.78M
$7,793/mo
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Office loftCoastal ranchSpacious lotsNatural lightIdeal for al-fresco diningBeautifully updated single-level livingMid-century recreation room
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Zia Group 01710544 805-364-9009,
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Bought with:
Phyllis A Noble, 01448730
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 25-4357
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile
- Windows: Blinds
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning Stove, Family Room, Free Standing
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,295
- Total interior livable area: 2,295 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: Entry Lvl(No Stairs),Zero Lot Line,Single Story
- Patio & porch: Patio, Covered
- Exterior features: Lawn, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation PRT
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Setting, Partial/Filtered, Panoramic
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
- Features: Level, Other
- Topography: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop, Other
- Parcel number: 005474004
- Zoning: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern,Ranch,Cape Cod,Cabin
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other, Wood Siding, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Excellent
- Year built: 1961
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Carp Wtr
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Carpinteria
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/25/2026 | Sold | $2,550,000+2.2%$1,111/sqft |
Source:  SBMLS #25-4357 Report a problem | ||
| 12/16/2025 | Pending sale | $2,495,000$1,087/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #25-4357 Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,495,000$1,087/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #25-4357 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2025 | Listing removed | $9,000$4/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2025 | Listed for rent | $9,000+50%$4/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 2/17/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/2020 | Listing removed | $6,000$3/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2020 | Listed for rent | $6,000$3/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,102 +2.1% | $594,861 +2% |
| 2024 | $6,954 +1.7% | $583,198 +2% |
| 2023 | $6,841 +1.9% | $571,764 +2% |
| 2022 | $6,713 +2.5% | $560,554 +2% |
| 2021 | $6,549 +1.3% | $549,564 +1% |
| 2020 | $6,463 +2.2% | $543,929 +2% |
| 2019 | $6,323 +1.9% | $533,265 +2% |
| 2018 | $6,208 +2% | $522,809 +2% |
| 2017 | $6,086 +1.8% | $512,559 +2% |
| 2016 | $5,981 +7.2% | $502,509 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $5,577 | $494,962 +2% |
| 2014 | $5,577 | $485,267 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $473,604 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $464,319 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $460,850 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $461,946 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $452,890 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $444,011 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $435,306 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $426,771 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $410,737 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $402,684 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $394,790 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $387,050 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 93013
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Aliso Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.7 mi
- 5/10Carpinteria Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.4 mi
- 7/10Carpinteria Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Aliso
- Middle: Carp. Jr.
- High: Carp. Sr.
Source: SBMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
- California
- Santa Barbara County
- Carpinteria
- 93013
- 138 Serafin Way
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