1988 E Valley Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108

Off market sep 2016 for $5.1M

$8,888,733

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $34,038/mo

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1988 E Valley Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108

About this home

Classic, coveted Spanish style estate with red tiled roofs, bougainvillea-covered arches, flagstone walkways and wrought-iron detail, all artfully crafted and lovingly maintained. This Ketzel and Goodman design is an outstanding blend of tradition and innovation. The main house is rich with character and elegant features including three spacious bedroom suites, three full and two half baths, fou r fireplaces, beautiful walnut and old style tile floors, high beamed ceilings, and a fantastic gourmet kitchen with octagonal breakfast room. The gourmet kitchen opens to the great room, and the great room to the south facing, heated and covered veranda. Additionally, there is a large and cozy library, and a lower level with media room, wet bar, wine storage, and exercise area. This home is made for entertaining! Flagstone walkways through the colorful gardens connect to the accessory cottage and it's living room, kitchenette, two bedrooms, laundry and bath. The cottage also features covered parking, two patios and a sport court.

Single-familyProperty Type

2000Year Built

1 spaceParking

Listed by Kathleen Marvin • Coldwell Banker Realty

Listed by Barbara Koutnik • Coldwell Banker Realty

Bought with Stefani Taliaferro • Sotheby's International Realty

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•Source:SBMLS #15-1756

Redfin Estimate

$8,888,733

$3.8M since sold in September 2016$118K since September

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This home's estimate is 2% higher than the average sale price ($8.71M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$7,616,906
A
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B
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SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$10,700,000
C
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SOLD MAR 17, 2026
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D
3 beds4.5 baths5,022 sq ft
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SOLD FEB 3, 2026
$9,700,000
E
3 beds4 baths4,189 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$7,215,000
F
3 beds3.5 baths4,114 sq ft
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Market trends in 93108, CA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-list price

98.1%

+0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$5.3M

$302K MoM

Avg. days on market

73d

20 days MoM

Recently sold homes

8 MoM

New listings for sale

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$3,595,000
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$2,370,000
1 bed1 bath813 sq ft
1320 Plaza de Sonadores, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
$4,590,000
2 beds3 baths— sq ft
1030 E Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
OPEN SAT, 1PM TO 3PM
$6,495,000
3 beds3 baths2,020 sq ft
188 Santa Elena Ln, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
$6,500,000
2 beds2.5 baths3,065 sq ft
107 Olive Mill Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
$29,950,000
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Sale history for 1988 E Valley Rd

Date

Event

Price

SBMLS #15-1756

Sep 29, 2016

Sold

$5,100,000

Sep 12, 2016

Contingent

—

Apr 19, 2016

Price Changed

$5,695,000

Oct 20, 2015

Relisted

—

Oct 20, 2015

Listing Removed

—

May 27, 2015

Listed

$5,850,000

SBMLS #94-675

Sep 28, 2016

Listing Removed

—

Jan 10, 1994

Listed

$990,000

SBMLS #93-2876

Jul 9, 1997

Sold

$985,000

Jun 20, 1997

Listing Removed

—

Aug 2, 1993

Listed

$995,000

Public Records

Apr 12, 1988

Sold

$455,500

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$64,719 (+1.8%)

$2,367,593 + $3,799,700

$6,167,293

2024

$63,559 (+1.8%)

$2,321,170 + $3,725,197

$6,046,367

2023

$62,409 (+1.6%)

$2,275,657 + $3,652,154

$5,927,811

2022

$61,401 (+2.1%)

$2,231,037 + $3,580,544

$5,811,581

2021

$60,144 (+1.0%)

$2,187,292 + $3,510,338

$5,697,630

2020

$59,551 (+2.3%)

$2,144,404 + $3,441,508

$5,585,912

2019

$58,194 (+3.9%)

$2,122,416 + $3,406,220

$5,528,636

2018

$55,989 (+5.9%)

$2,080,800 + $3,339,432

$5,420,232

2017

$52,854 (+60.6%)

$2,000,000 + $3,100,000

$5,100,000

2016

$32,912 (+1.3%)

$2,000,000 + $3,100,000

$5,100,000

2015

$32,485 (+1.6%)

$1,206,371 + $2,002,331

$3,208,702

2014

$31,958 (+0.4%)

$1,164,975 + $1,933,622

$3,098,597

2013

$31,820 (+2.6%)

$1,164,975 + $1,933,622

$3,098,597

2012

$31,000 (+2.0%)

$1,159,710 + $1,924,884

$3,084,594

2011

$30,386 (+0.6%)

$1,136,971 + $1,887,142

$3,024,113

2009

$30,217 (+2.1%)

$1,106,348 + $1,836,313

$2,942,661

2008

$29,603

$1,087,233 + $1,804,585

$2,891,818

Tax history for 1988 E Valley Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$64,719 (+1.8%)

$2,367,593 + $3,799,700

$6,167,293

2024

$63,559 (+1.8%)

$2,321,170 + $3,725,197

$6,046,367

2023

$62,409 (+1.6%)

$2,275,657 + $3,652,154

$5,927,811

2022

$61,401 (+2.1%)

$2,231,037 + $3,580,544

$5,811,581

2021

$60,144 (+1.0%)

$2,187,292 + $3,510,338

$5,697,630

2020

$59,551 (+2.3%)

$2,144,404 + $3,441,508

$5,585,912

2019

$58,194 (+3.9%)

$2,122,416 + $3,406,220

$5,528,636

2018

$55,989 (+5.9%)

$2,080,800 + $3,339,432

$5,420,232

2017

$52,854 (+60.6%)

$2,000,000 + $3,100,000

$5,100,000

2016

$32,912 (+1.3%)

$2,000,000 + $3,100,000

$5,100,000

2015

$32,485 (+1.6%)

$1,206,371 + $2,002,331

$3,208,702

2014

$31,958 (+0.4%)

$1,164,975 + $1,933,622

$3,098,597

2013

$31,820 (+2.6%)

$1,164,975 + $1,933,622

$3,098,597

2012

$31,000 (+2.0%)

$1,159,710 + $1,924,884

$3,084,594

2011

$30,386 (+0.6%)

$1,136,971 + $1,887,142

$3,024,113

2009

$30,217 (+2.1%)

$1,106,348 + $1,836,313

$2,942,661

2008

$29,603

$1,087,233 + $1,804,585

$2,891,818

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.3 Acres

Year renovated

2000

Sq. Ft.

5,413

Year built

2000

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Santa Barbara County

APN

007130023

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Features: Carport
Attached Garage: No

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2

Room Information
Theatre
Office
Library/Study
Exercise Room 2

Dining Information
Dining Area
Breakfast Area

Interior Features
Laundry Features: 220V Elect, Laundry Room
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Appliances: Trash Compactor, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Tankless Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Wtr Softener/Owned
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile

Exterior

Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Mixed
Exterior Features: Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation T/O
Construction Materials: Stucco
Roof: Tile

Property Information
Architectural Style: Spanish
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Other Structures: Other
Property Condition: Excellent

Lot Information
View: Mountain(s), Ocean
Zoning: E-1

Utilities

Heating & Cooling
Cooling Available: Yes
Cooling: Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Radiant Floor

Utilities Information
Water Source: Mont Wtr

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Mont Union
Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.
High School: S.B. Sr.

Location Information
Cross Street: Buena Vista
Directions: East Valley Rd, just east of Birnam Wood entrance, between Buena Vista and Olive.

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 5,413
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2000
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 007130023

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026

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Schools

Montecito Union School

Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.3mi

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

8 days above 86° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

8/10 Air Factor

13 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years

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Santa Barbara, CA • 93108

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In this area, properties receive around 9.9 hours in June and 5.8 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$8.45M – $10.22M

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Home values near 1988 E Valley Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
2030 E Valley Road, Santa Barbara, CA 5 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 4256 Sq. Ft.	$7,153,415
1956 E Valley Road, Santa Barbara, CA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4000 Sq. Ft.	$13,266,101

Address	Redfin Estimate
1910 E Valley Road, Santa Barbara, CA 5 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 6138 Sq. Ft.	$11,953,450
1940 E Valley Road, Santa Barbara, CA 6 Beds \| 7.5 Baths \| 4161 Sq. Ft.	$7,954,531

Address	Redfin Estimate
1958 E Valley Road, Santa Barbara, CA 3 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3226 Sq. Ft.	$6,400,617
1942 E Valley Road, Santa Barbara, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2755 Sq. Ft.	$4,823,534

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