Location and Style! Live atop the Mesa in a light-filled, creative space with soaring wood-beamed ceilings. This recently remodeled end-unit offers one bedroom, one bathroom, a stylish loft, and a balcony with peek-a-boo ocean views. The sunlit bedroom features a walk-in closet, while the bathroom boasts a spacious, walk-in, spa-like shower. The versatile loft is partially open to the living room below and includes an operating skylight, perfect for a home office, art studio, or cozy retreat. Quartz countertops, a subway tile backsplash, and stainless appliances give the kitchen a sleek, contemporary feel. The sun-drenched, expansive living room flows seamlessly onto the balcony overlooking the Honda Valley preserve, offering treetop and peek ocean views. A private, semi-enclosed carport beneath the unit provides ample storage. Enjoy privacy, peace, and tranquility in one of the best locations in the Highlands community-set back from the main road and perched above the inviting trails of the Honda Valley preserve. Just minutes from downtown, the beach, and all the Mesa's favorite restaurants and shops, this home combines convenience with serenity. The complex amenities include two pools, a hot tub, sauna, and a clubhouse perfect for private gatherings.
Active
$789,000
856 Highland Dr APT 4, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
1beds
871sqft
Condominium, Single Family Residence
Built in 1973
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$906/sqft
$526/mo HOA
What's special
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- 939
- views
- 50
- saves
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jim Callahan 310-230-5478,
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12763117
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Loft
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 1 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 1X1
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 1 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 1X1
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 1 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 1X1
Laundry
- Level: Lower
- Area: 1 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 1X1
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 1 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 1X1
Loft
- Level: Second
- Area: 1 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 1X1
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- None
Features
- Basement: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 871 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Assigned, Off Street, Guest, Other, Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Details
- Parcel number: 035430044
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1973
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: None
- HOA fee: $526 monthly
Location
- Region: Santa Barbara
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $906/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $920,066
- Annual tax amount: $9,555
- Date on market: 9/17/2026
- Ownership: Condo
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/9/2025 | Listing removed | $850,000$976/sqft |
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| 12/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $850,000$976/sqft |
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| 5/11/2022 | Sold | $850,000+6.9%$976/sqft |
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| 4/25/2022 | Pending sale | $795,000$913/sqft |
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| 4/25/2022 | Listed for sale | $795,000+76.7%$913/sqft |
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| 12/30/2014 | Sold | $450,000+50.3%$517/sqft |
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| 12/21/2011 | Sold | $299,500+63.7%$344/sqft |
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| 11/20/1998 | Sold | $183,000$210/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $920,066 +2% |
| 2025 | $9,555 +1.7% | $902,026 +2% |
| 2024 | $9,391 +3.9% | $884,340 +4% |
| 2023 | $9,041 -0.2% | $850,000 +66.8% |
| 2022 | $9,062 +70.2% | $509,632 +2% |
| 2021 | $5,324 +1% | $499,640 +1% |
| 2020 | $5,269 +1.8% | $494,518 +2% |
| 2019 | $5,177 +1.4% | $484,823 +2% |
| 2018 | $5,104 +3.4% | $475,318 +2% |
| 2017 | $4,935 +1.1% | $465,999 +2% |
| 2016 | $4,883 +46% | $456,862 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,344 | $450,000 +46.6% |
| 2014 | $3,344 | $306,876 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $299,500 +33.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $223,922 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $222,249 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $222,778 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $218,410 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $214,128 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $209,930 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $205,815 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $198,083 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $194,200 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $190,393 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $186,660 |
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