OFF MARKET

Off Market Oct 2020 for $1.4M

$2,198,574

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $8,618/mo

•

1,908

sq ft

853 Walnut Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93110

About this home

Beautiful light-filled cape cod ideally located down a quiet lane in prime San Roque. This wonderful home features 4 bedrooms + 3 baths in sought-after Monte Vista School attendance and is not to be missed. Recently updated and in pristine condition with new professional landscaping this charming 2 story cottage is the perfect respite for every buyer. The open kitchen/family room replete with fireplace & breakfast area leads to a lovely private outdoor sitting area making it ideal for entertaining. Flexible floor plan offers 3 bedrooms, up and one down. The large upstairs master suite is bright and airy with walk-in closet and elegant master shower. Among the gorgeous lushly landscaped grounds sits a darling She-Shed which is a perfect spot for yoga, art, work, meditation or music...

Single-familyProperty Type

1987Year Built

9,148 sq ftLot Size

$1,152Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Jim Scarborough •DRE #01182792 • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Bought with Janice Laney • Keller Williams Realty Montecito

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•Source:SBMLS #20-1750

Redfin Estimate

$2,198,574

$714K since sold in October 2020$35K since August

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This home's estimate is 2.6% higher than the average sale price ($2.14M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$1,900,000
A
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SOLD AUG 28, 2026
$3,000,000
B
3 beds3 baths2,288 sq ft
3661 Sunset Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$2,677,500
C
4 beds3 baths2,274 sq ft
809 Willowglen Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$1,700,000
D
4 beds3 baths1,909 sq ft
3855 Foothill Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$1,850,000
E
4 beds2 baths1,631 sq ft
864 Cocopah Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
SOLD JUN 23, 2026
$1,725,000
F
4 beds3 baths1,814 sq ft
270 Lee Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93110

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Market trends in 93110, CA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

97.6%

0.6% MoM

Median sale price

$1.7M

$59K MoM

Avg. days on market

47d

7 days MoM

Recently sold homes

6 MoM

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Sale history for 853 Walnut Rd

Date

Event

Price

SBMLS #20-1750

Oct 23, 2020

Sold

$1,485,000

$778/sq ft

Sep 18, 2020

Contingent

—

Sep 4, 2020

Relisted

—

Aug 27, 2020

Contingent

—

Jul 31, 2020

Price Changed

$1,495,000

$784/sq ft

May 14, 2020

Listed

$1,549,000

$812/sq ft

Public Records

May 18, 2018

Sold

$1,399,500

$733/sq ft

SBMLS #18-1241

May 18, 2018

Sold

$1,399,337

$733/sq ft

Apr 19, 2018

Pending

—

Apr 11, 2018

Price Changed

$1,425,000

$747/sq ft

Apr 11, 2018

Listed

$1,400,000

$734/sq ft

+25

Charming and private family home located in the sought-after Monte Vista School attendance area and San Roque community. Recently updated, and flexible floor plan featuring 4 bedrooms 3 baths, 1908 sq ft and detached bonus room. Move-in ready including quartz counters, painted cabinets and upgraded appliances in the kitchen, new carpet in the bedrooms, and new lighting fixtures. The living room, complete with hardwood floors, a fireplace and a breakfast area flows into the private rear gardens of the home. Upstairs is host to the large, bright and airy master suite with walk-in closet and large glass & tiled master shower. The freshly painted exterior and beautiful mature & lush landscaping offer a sense of tranquility while enjoying morning coffee or an evening glass of wine.

SBMLS #12-2084

Aug 10, 2012

Sold

$975,000

$511/sq ft

Jun 27, 2012

Listed

$950,000

$498/sq ft

+15

Located on a peaceful street offering 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths this brilliant Cottage Style home is a wonderful family home. Gleaming hardwood floors a flexible floor plan are perfect for extended family or guests. Living room with fireplace breakfast room and a bright open kitchen with walk in pantry opens to formal dining. Large upstairs master suit with walk in closet lots of natural light.

SBMLS #99-3072

Feb 11, 2000

Sold

$595,000

$312/sq ft

Jan 28, 2000

Listing Removed

—

Nov 3, 1999

Listed

$598,000

$313/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 28, 1992

Sold

$347,500

$182/sq ft

Public Records

Dec 22, 1989

Sold

$393,000

$206/sq ft

Public Records

Sep 16, 1986

Sold

$29,500

$15/sq ft

Public Records

Sep 16, 1986

Sold

$75,000

$39/sq ft

Public Records

May 22, 1985

Sold

$190,000

$100/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$17,835 (+1.9%)

$828,060 + $811,497

$1,639,557

2024

$17,496 (+1.8%)

$811,824 + $795,586

$1,607,410

2023

$17,183 (+1.7%)

$795,906 + $779,987

$1,575,893

2022

$16,901 (+3.6%)

$780,300 + $764,694

$1,544,994

2021

$16,311 (+25.1%)

$765,000 + $749,700

$1,514,700

2020

$13,044 (+2.9%)

$750,000 + $735,000

$1,485,000

2019

$12,672 (+9.6%)

$609,164 + $573,512

$1,182,676

2018

$11,564 (+2.5%)

$597,220 + $562,267

$1,159,487

2017

$11,286 (+2.9%)

$530,519 + $503,993

$1,034,512

2016

$10,966 (+1.0%)

$530,519 + $503,993

$1,034,512

2015

$10,854 (+1.3%)

$520,117 + $494,111

$1,014,228

2014

$10,714 (+1.3%)

$502,270 + $477,156

$979,426

2013

$10,574 (+33.1%)

$502,270 + $477,156

$979,426

2012

$7,947 (+2.1%)

$500,000 + $475,000

$975,000

2011

$7,787 (+0.6%)

$367,094 + $360,975

$728,069

2009

$7,739 (+2.7%)

$357,208 + $351,254

$708,462

2008

$7,535

$351,037 + $345,186

$696,223

Tax history for 853 Walnut Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$17,835 (+1.9%)

$828,060 + $811,497

$1,639,557

2024

$17,496 (+1.8%)

$811,824 + $795,586

$1,607,410

2023

$17,183 (+1.7%)

$795,906 + $779,987

$1,575,893

2022

$16,901 (+3.6%)

$780,300 + $764,694

$1,544,994

2021

$16,311 (+25.1%)

$765,000 + $749,700

$1,514,700

2020

$13,044 (+2.9%)

$750,000 + $735,000

$1,485,000

2019

$12,672 (+9.6%)

$609,164 + $573,512

$1,182,676

2018

$11,564 (+2.5%)

$597,220 + $562,267

$1,159,487

2017

$11,286 (+2.9%)

$530,519 + $503,993

$1,034,512

2016

$10,966 (+1.0%)

$530,519 + $503,993

$1,034,512

2015

$10,854 (+1.3%)

$520,117 + $494,111

$1,014,228

2014

$10,714 (+1.3%)

$502,270 + $477,156

$979,426

2013

$10,574 (+33.1%)

$502,270 + $477,156

$979,426

2012

$7,947 (+2.1%)

$500,000 + $475,000

$975,000

2011

$7,787 (+0.6%)

$367,094 + $360,975

$728,069

2009

$7,739 (+2.7%)

$357,208 + $351,254

$708,462

2008

$7,535

$351,037 + $345,186

$696,223

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

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

9,148 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1988

Sq. Ft.

1,908

Year built

1987

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Santa Barbara County

APN

057072042

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.

8-R-1

Single Family Residential Zone

The R-1 zones are applied to areas appropriately located for one-family living at a reasonable range of population densities, consistent with sound standards of public health, safety, and welfare. This zone is intended to protect the residential characteristics ofan area and to promote a suitable environment for family life.

Zone overlays

Design Control Overlay Zone

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Greenhouse / nursery
Community / recreation center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Waste transfer station
Lodging-Full service
Park & open space

Property details

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3

Room Information
Ground Floor Bedroom 2
Art Studio 2

Dining Information
Formal
Breakfast Area

Interior Features
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood

Exterior

Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Slab
Exterior Features: Lawn, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation PRT
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Roof: Composition

Property Information
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Other Structures: Other
Property Condition: Excellent
Levels: Two

Lot Information
View: Setting
Lot Features: Near Public Transit
Zoning: R-1

Utilities

Heating & Cooling
Cooling Available: Yes
Cooling: Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air

Utilities Information
Water Source: Goleta Wtr
Sewer: Sewer Hookup

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Monte Vista
Middle Or Junior School: LaColina
High School: San Marcos

Location Information
Cross Street: Center Avenue

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,908
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,148 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: 1988
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 057072042

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Monte Vista Elementary School

Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.2mi

10/10

La Colina Junior High School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

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

4/10 Fire Factor

2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

12 days above 83° expected this year, 30 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

7/10 Air Factor

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

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Historical weather

Santa Barbara, CA • 93110

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In this area, properties receive around 9.9 hours in June and 5.7 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$2.09M – $2.53M

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Home values near 853 Walnut Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
874 Walnut Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1824 Sq. Ft.	$1,860,213
861 North Hope Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2609 Sq. Ft.	$2,516,377

Address	Redfin Estimate
884 Walnut Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1006 Sq. Ft.	$1,365,102
3830 Pueblo Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1560 Sq. Ft.	$1,707,316

Address	Redfin Estimate
833 Walnut Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1576 Sq. Ft.	$1,768,236
3828 Pueblo Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1229 Sq. Ft.	$1,832,241

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