Just Listed at coveted East Beach Townhomes, this beautifully updated 2BD/2.5BA residence captures Santa Barbara's relaxed coastal lifestyle only steps from the sand. The spacious interior features two private en-suite bedrooms and an open living area with soaring ceilings, large windows, a fireplace, and a family room/kitchen with a guest powder. Enjoy two sunny outdoor spaces for relaxing or entertaining. The east-west orientation fills the home with natural light and offers glimpses of the ocean and mountains. Additional features include laundry, generous storage, and an attached two-car garage within a gated community offering 24-hour security. Residents enjoy a pool, clubhouse, and resort-like ambiance near the SB Zoo, Bird Refuge, Butterfly Beach, fine dining, and unique shopping
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$1,700,000
653 Verde Mar Dr Unit E, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
2beds
1,296sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1973
1,164 Square Feet Lot
$1,735,900 Zestimate®
$1,312/sqft
$4,962 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,735,900
$1.56M - $1.93M
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Steps from the sandGuest powderLarge windowsNatural lightSoaring ceilingsSunny outdoor spacesPrivate en-suite bedrooms
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Listed by:
Janice Laney 01794041 805-705-6474,
Keller Williams Realty Montecito
Bought with:
Kathleen S Winter, 01022891
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 25-3832
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Vaulted ceiling
- Level: Third
- Area: 238.29
- Dimensions: 16.90 x 14.10
Other
- Description: Vaulted ceiling
- Level: Third
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13.00 x 11.00
Den
- Description: Family Room/Kitchen
- Level: Second
- Area: 126.36
- Dimensions: 11.70 x 10.80
Garage
- Area: 468
- Dimensions: 26.00 x 18.00
Kitchen
- Description: approx sizes
- Area: 88
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 8.00
Living room
- Description: Cathedral Ceiling
- Level: First
- Area: 198
- Dimensions: 18.00 x 11.00
Heating
- Radiant
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Microwave
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,296
- Total interior livable area: 1,296 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Attached
- Has attached garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: Tri-Level
- Patio & porch: Patio Open
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Outdoor Pool
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Setting, Park/Greenbelt, Partial/Filtered
Lot
- Size: 1,164 Square Feet
- Features: Level, Near Public Transit
- Topography: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Pool House
- Parcel number: 017420017
- Zoning: Other
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Spanish,Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled,Excellent
- Year built: 1973
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: 15 - East Beach
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Pool, Play Area, Security, Guest Parking
- Services included: Insurance, Comm Area Maint, Exterior Maint, Security
- HOA fee: $661 monthly
Location
- Region: Santa Barbara
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,312/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $840,787
- Annual tax amount: $8,836
- Date on market: 10/16/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 6 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Ctnl
- Exclusions: Other, Potted Plants
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/9/2025 | Sold | $1,700,000+0.3%$1,312/sqft |
Source:  SBMLS #25-3832 Report a problem | ||
| 10/26/2025 | Contingent | $1,695,000$1,308/sqft |
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| 10/24/2025 | Pending sale | $1,695,000$1,308/sqft |
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| 10/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,695,000+11.1%$1,308/sqft |
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| 12/8/2023 | Sold | $1,525,000-1.5%$1,177/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #23-2805 Report a problem | ||
| 11/24/2023 | Pending sale | $1,549,000$1,195/sqft |
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| 11/18/2023 | Price change | $1,549,000-3.1%$1,195/sqft |
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| 10/23/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,599,000$1,234/sqft |
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| 10/8/2023 | Pending sale | $1,599,000$1,234/sqft |
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| 9/22/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,599,000+0.3%$1,234/sqft |
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| 10/19/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: SBMLS #22-3061 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/28/2022 | Listed for rent | $6,000$5/sqft |
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| 9/10/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,595,000+89.9%$1,231/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #22-3061 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2018 | Sold | $840,000-6.6%$648/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #17-3290 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2018 | Pending sale | $899,000$694/sqft |
Source: Mike Richardson, Realtors #17-3290 Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2018 | Price change | $899,000-3.9%$694/sqft |
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| 12/21/2017 | Price change | $935,000-3.1%$721/sqft |
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| 10/19/2017 | Price change | $965,000-5.9%$745/sqft |
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| 9/27/2017 | Listed for sale | $1,025,000$791/sqft |
Source: Mike Richardson, Realtors #17-3290 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,836 +0.9% | $840,787 +2% |
| 2024 | $8,757 -10.3% | $824,302 -10.3% |
| 2023 | $9,767 +1.7% | $918,658 +2% |
| 2022 | $9,600 +2.4% | $900,646 +2% |
| 2021 | $9,378 +1% | $882,988 +1% |
| 2020 | $9,282 +1.8% | $873,936 +2% |
| 2019 | $9,120 +782.3% | $856,800 +752.7% |
| 2018 | $1,034 +3.6% | $100,482 +2% |
| 2017 | $998 +3.2% | $98,512 +2% |
| 2016 | $967 +3.1% | $96,582 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $938 | $95,132 +2% |
| 2014 | $938 | $93,270 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $91,030 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $89,246 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $88,580 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $88,792 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $87,052 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $85,346 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $83,674 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $82,034 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $78,952 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $77,404 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $75,888 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $74,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: East Beach
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Cleveland Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.8 mi
- 3/10Santa Barbara Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 6/10Santa Barbara Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cleveland
- Middle: S.B. Jr.
- High: S.B. Sr.
Source: SBMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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