Coastal Living at Its Finest - El Escorial Villas by East Beach
Just one block from the sand and surf of Santa Barbara's coveted East Beach, this refreshed 1-bed, 1-bath condo offers an unbeatable blend of location, lifestyle, and low-maintenance luxury. Positioned on the desirable west-facing side of the complex, the light-filled second-floor unit is move-in ready with fresh paint and an in-unit washer/dryer for everyday ease.
Whether you're searching for a lock-and-leave beachside getaway or a comfortable year-round residence, this coastal retreat delivers. El Escorial's resort-style amenities include a heated pool and spa, fitness center, tennis/pickleball courts, and 24-hour gated security—making it one of Santa Barbara's best-value gated communities.The HOA covers water, trash, cable, internet, insurance, and recycling, so you can spend more time enjoying the good life.Moments from the Santa Barbara Zoo, Funk Zone, The Post, coastal trails, and close to volleyball courts and the beachfront promenade, this is your chance to own in one of the most iconic beachside neighborhoods on the California coast.
For sale
Price cut: $16K (8/4)
$859,000
243 Por La Mar Cir, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
1beds
700sqft
Est.:
Condominium
Built in 1991
-- sqft lot
$855,700 Zestimate®
$1,227/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 172 days
- on Zillow |
- 974 |
- 30 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 04, 2025 at 12:03pm
Listed by:
Lisa McCann 01985174 805-570-9968,
Requisite Luxury Properties
Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 25-688

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Wall Furnace
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 700
- Total interior livable area: 700 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Carport
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: Single Story
- Exterior features: Tennis Court(s), Dog Run
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Outdoor Pool
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: SPA-Outside
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Park/Greenbelt
Lot
- Features: Near Public Transit
Details
- Additional structures: Pool House
- Parcel number: 017650043
- Zoning: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Medit,Spanish
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- Excellent
- Year built: 1991
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: 15 - East Beach
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Tennis Court(s), Spa/Hot Tub, Pool, Gym, Guest Parking
- Services included: Insurance, Water, Trash, Cable TV, Prop Mgmt, Comm Area Maint, Exterior Maint, Security
Location
- Region: Santa Barbara
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,227/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $790,500
- Annual tax amount: $8,400
- Date on market: 2/18/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Ctnl
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