NOT LISTED FOR SALE

161 La Venta Dr Santa Barbara, CA 93110

East Goleta Valley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,224,000 - $1,336,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,402 Sq Ft
$896/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: November 6, 2025

Last sale price $1,250,000 $892 Per Sq Ft

Current estimated payment $6,835 / mo

40 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Property is near park, public transit, schools, shops, and bus stop
  • Ground Level Unit
  • La Colina Junior High School Rated A
  • Ranch Style House
  • Covered Patio or Porch

About This Home

As of November 2025

On the market for the first time, this inviting single-level 4BD/2BA home offers comfort, space, and endless potential. With 1402 sq ft, newer windows, and updated flooring, it's ready for your vision and personal touch. The welcoming living room with fireplace flows to a spacious backyard with a covered patio - perfect for entertaining or enjoying Santa Barbara's indoor/outdoor lifestyle. A detached auxiliary structure and attached 2-car garage provide added flexibility. Centrally located near schools, shopping, dining, More Mesa Beach, scenic trails, the Turnpike Center, and San Marcos High, this home combines convenience with opportunity in a sought-after neighborhood.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Randy Freed & Kellie Clenet

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties Listed on: 09/02/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Co-Listed By

Richard West

West Property Services, Inc. License #02020789

Last Buyer's Agent

Terence Alemann

Alemann and Associates License #01925020

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1961

Lot Details

  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • Direct Access Garage

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,402 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Shed
  • Built-In Barbecue

Location

  • Ground Level Unit
  • Property is near park, public transit, schools, shops, and bus stop

Schools

  • El Camino Elementary School
  • Lacolina Middle School
  • San Marcos High School

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • Restaurant

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 061-031-006
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1961

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: In Garage
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Near Public Transit
  • Co List Office Mls Id: WESTPROP
  • Co List Office Phone: 805-705-1719
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Reso Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Other Structures: Other, Shed(s)
  • Reso Property Condition: Good
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1961
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: El Camino
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: LaColina
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: San Marcos
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Interior Access: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Attached: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Amenities Dual Pane Window2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Range2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Built-in BBQ: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Proximity Restaurants: Yes
  • Condition Good2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Carpet: Yes
  • Other Buildings Shed: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced BCK: Yes
  • Laundry In Garage2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Laminate2: Yes
  • Amenities Grnd Unit: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Covered2: Yes
  • Cooling Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Status Information Seller Concessions3: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Setting
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Topography: Level
  • Exterior Features: Patio Covered, Fenced: BCK
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Gar #2, Interior Access, Attached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: El Camino
  • High School: San Marcos
  • Middle Or Junior School: LaColina

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 061-031-006
  • Zoning: R-1

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 2, 2025
Closed on
Oct 20, 2025
Sold by
Delbert And Marian Petersen Family Trust and Petersen Dale Le
Bought by
Manchak Jon and Ksynkina Irina
Seller's Agent
Randy Freed & Kellie Clenet
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Terence Alemann
Alemann and Associates
List Price
$1,350,000
Sold Price
$1,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$100,000
-7.41%
Views
82
Current Estimated Value
$1,256,005

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$6,005
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.94%
Original Mortgage
$803,000
Outstanding Balance
$803,000
Interest Rate
6.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$453,005

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 2, 1994
Sold by
Petersen Delbert Lavern and Petersen Marian M
Bought by
Petersen Delbert Lavern and Petersen Marian Marcelline
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Manchak Jon $1,250,000 First American Title
Petersen Delbert Lavern -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Manchak Jon $803,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/06/2025 11/06/25 Sold $1,250,000 0.0% $892 / Sq Ft
10/08/2025 10/08/25 Price Changed $1,250,000 -7.4% $892 / Sq Ft
09/02/2025 09/02/25 For Sale $1,350,000 -- $963 / Sq Ft
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $1,558 $90,079 $27,269 $62,810
2023 $1,558 $86,583 $26,211 $60,372
2022 $1,522 $84,887 $25,698 $59,189
2021 $1,503 $83,224 $25,195 $58,029
2020 $1,477 $82,371 $24,937 $57,434
2019 $1,460 $80,757 $24,449 $56,308
2018 $1,422 $79,174 $23,970 $55,204
2017 $1,393 $77,622 $23,500 $54,122
2016 $1,344 $76,101 $23,040 $53,061
2014 $1,274 $73,491 $22,250 $51,241
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Randy Freed & Kellie Clenet

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Randy Freed & Kellie Clenet

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    (805) 895-1799

    13 in this area

    82 Total Sales

    Randy Freed & Kellie Clenet
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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Richard West

    West Property Services, Inc.

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  • Terence Alemann

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Terence Alemann

    Alemann and Associates

    (805) 637-3378

    7 in this area

    121 Total Sales

    Terence Alemann
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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 25-3301

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 061-031-006

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93110 East Goleta Valley

161 La Venta Dr, Santa Barbara, CA

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