Featured in Surf Shacks and The Surfer's Journal, this iconic mountaintop retreat captures sweeping ocean and mountain views from its serene coastal perch. Expansive outdoor spaces - from the view deck to the redwood spa - invite effortless entertaining and quiet restoration alike. Set on a peaceful half-acre, the thoughtfully remodeled 3BD/1.5BA home blends architectural character with refined comfort. Just 20 minutes from Santa Barbara and the Santa Ynez Valley, it offers a rare balance of privacy, inspiration, and connection to nature.
Est. $5,637 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 4828 Glenn Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
TheMLS #26669391
May 1, 2026
Sold
$1,500,000
$1,078/sq ft
Apr 17, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 25, 2026
Listed
$1,475,000
$1,060/sq ft
+26
Featured in Surf Shacks and The Surfer's Journal, this iconic mountaintop retreat captures sweeping ocean and mountain views from its serene coastal perch. Expansive outdoor spaces - from the view deck to the redwood spa - invite effortless entertaining and quiet restoration alike. Set on a peaceful half-acre, the thoughtfully remodeled 3BD/1.5BA home blends architectural character with refined comfort. Just 20 minutes from Santa Barbara and the Santa Ynez Valley, it offers a rare balance of privacy, inspiration, and connection to nature.
SBMLS #26-973
May 1, 2026
Sold
$1,500,000
$1,078/sq ft
Apr 17, 2026
Contingent
—
Mar 25, 2026
Listed
$1,475,000
$1,060/sq ft
SBMLS #24-2384
Aug 31, 2024
Rental Removed
$5,500
$4/sq ft
Aug 3, 2024
Price Changed
$5,500
$4/sq ft
Jul 19, 2024
Listed for Rent
$6,500
$5/sq ft
SBMLS #24-1022
Aug 19, 2024
Price Changed
$1,600,000
$1,149/sq ft
Jul 24, 2024
Listing Removed
—
May 13, 2024
Price Changed
$1,750,000
$1,257/sq ft
Apr 4, 2024
Listed
$1,995,000
$1,433/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 23, 2016
Sold
$659,500
$474/sq ft
SBMLS #16-3858
Dec 23, 2016
Sold
$670,000
$481/sq ft
Nov 30, 2016
Pending
—
Nov 30, 2016
Listed
$669,000
$481/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 25, 1984
Sold
$164,500
$118/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 12, 1980
Sold
$95,000
$68/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,972 (+1.9%)
$473,516 + $307,190
$780,706
2024
$7,825 (+1.7%)
$464,232 + $301,167
$765,399
2023
$7,695 (+1.8%)
$455,130 + $295,262
$750,392
2022
$7,562 (+1.7%)
$446,206 + $289,473
$735,679
2021
$7,432 (+2.8%)
$437,457 + $283,798
$721,255
2020
$7,229 (+1.9%)
$428,880 + $278,234
$707,114
2019
$7,092 (+2.0%)
$424,483 + $275,382
$699,865
2018
$6,954 (+1.7%)
$416,160 + $269,983
$686,143
2017
$6,837 (+124.4%)
$400,000 + $259,500
$659,500
2016
$3,046 (+1.1%)
$400,000 + $259,500
$659,500
2015
$3,012 (+1.6%)
$122,499 + $165,380
$287,879
2014
$2,965 (+0.4%)
$118,296 + $159,706
$278,002
2013
$2,954 (+3.1%)
$118,296 + $159,706
$278,002
2012
$2,867 (+2.0%)
$117,762 + $158,985
$276,747
2011
$2,810 (+0.6%)
$115,453 + $155,868
$271,321
2009
$2,792 (+2.9%)
$112,345 + $151,670
$264,015
2008
$2,714
$110,404 + $149,050
$259,454
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.49 Acres
Year renovated
1977
Sq. Ft.
1,392
Year built
1977
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
153136011
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
RR-10
Residential Ranchette Zone
The RR zone is applied within Urban, Inner-Rural and Existing Developed Rural Neighborhood areas as designated on the Comprehensive Plan maps where low density residential and agricultural uses are appropriate. This zone is intended to preserve the character of an area and to minimize the services required by providing for low density residential development.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Waste transfer station
Lodging-Full service
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Exterior
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Property Condition: Excellent
Levels: Two
Lot Information
Zoning: Other
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Mtn View
Middle Or Junior School: LaColina
High School: San Marcos
Location Information
Cross Street: Manzanita
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,392
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.49 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1977
Year Renovated: 1977
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 153136011
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Mountain View Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 3.7mi
10/10
La Colina Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 4.1mi
8/10
Provided by GreatSchools
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
6/10 Fire Factor
12% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
0 hot days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
6/10 Air Factor
10 unhealthy days expected this year, 10 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Santa Barbara, CA • 93105
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
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Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Santa Barbara. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.5 hrs
6.8 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$1.62M – $1.96M
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