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Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara
(805) 308-6428
31 Total Sales
6 in East Goleta Valley
$340K - $2M Price Range
875 Walnut Ln Santa Barbara, CA 93111
East Goleta Valley NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,538,005
4
Beds
3
Baths
1,730
Sq Ft
$889/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Property is near an ocean
- Fruit Trees
- Guest Quarters
- Hollister Elementary School Rated A
- Mountain View
- Deck
About This Home
As of February 2026This lovingly cared for single-level home offers 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, plus a versatile studio addition ideal as guest quarters, a 4th bedroom, extra living space, or multi-purpose room. An attached 312 sq ft workroom (not included in main square footage) and multiple storage sheds add exceptional flexibility. Recent upgrades include fresh interior and exterior paint, smoothed ceilings, updated fencing, new front lawn w/ sprinklers, new lighting, and new carpet in the studio, creating a clean slate ready for your personal touch. Ideally located near Obern bike and walking paths with direct access to UCSB, Goleta Beach, and More Mesa Preserve. Experience Santa Barbara's natural beauty right outside your door!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Village Properties - 1 License #01964710 Listed on: 01/14/2026
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1965
Lot Details
- 9,147 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Level Lot
- Irrigation
- Fruit Trees
- Lawn
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- Direct Access Garage
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Raised Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,730 Sq Ft Home
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Great Room
- Family Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Mountain Views
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Guest Quarters
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
- 220 Volts In Laundry
Outdoor Features
- Property is near an ocean
- Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Separate Outdoor Workshop
- Shed
Location
- Property is near park, public transit, schools, shops, and bus stop
- Property near a hospital
Schools
- Hollister Elementary School
- Gol Valley Middle School
- Dos Pueblos High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Wall Furnace
Community Details
- Restaurant
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 065-505-018
- Seller Concessions Offered
- Seller Will Consider Concessions
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 14, 2026
Closed on
Jan 27, 2026
Sold by
Mele Salvatore and Mele Deborah T
Bought by
Seller's Agent
David Magid
Village Properties - 1
Buyer's Agent
Crawford Speier Group
Village Properties - 1
List Price
$1,395,000
Sold Price
$1,525,000
Premium/Discount to List
$130,000
9.32%
Views
83
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$13,005
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.36%
Original Mortgage
$800,000
Outstanding Balance
$795,324
Interest Rate
6.18%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$742,681
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 8, 2016
Sold by
Mele Deborah T
Bought by
Mele Salvatore J and Mele Deborah T
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
3.66%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 14, 2001
Sold by
Mele Deborah T
Bought by
Mele Deborah T
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$190,000
Interest Rate
6.99%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 21, 1998
Sold by
Mele Salvatore J
Bought by
Mele Deborah T
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,525,000 | Fidelity National Title Compan | ||
| Mele Salvatore J | -- | None Available | |
| Mele Deborah T | -- | Fidelity National Title | |
| Mele Deborah T | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $150,000 | ||
| Open | Emanuel Benjamin | $800,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Mele Salvatore J | $175,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Mele Salvatore J | $100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Mele Deborah T | $120,592 | |
| Previous Owner | Mele Deborah T | $55,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Mele Deborah T | $35,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Mele Deborah T | $189,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Mele Deborah T | $190,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Mele Salvatore J | $50,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Male Salvatore J | $120,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/09/2026 02/09/26 | Sold | $1,525,000 | +9.3% | $882 / Sq Ft |
| 01/14/2026 01/14/26 | For Sale | $1,395,000 | -- | $806 / Sq Ft |
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $3,902 | $325,545 | $105,642 | $219,903 |
| 2025 | $3,902 | $319,163 | $103,571 | $215,592 |
| 2023 | $3,839 | $306,771 | $99,550 | $207,221 |
| 2022 | $3,724 | $300,757 | $97,599 | $203,158 |
| 2021 | $3,667 | $294,861 | $95,686 | $199,175 |
| 2020 | $3,582 | $291,838 | $94,705 | $197,133 |
| 2019 | $3,523 | $286,117 | $92,849 | $193,268 |
| 2018 | $3,444 | $280,508 | $91,029 | $189,479 |
| 2017 | $3,380 | $275,009 | $89,245 | $185,764 |
| 2016 | $3,272 | $269,618 | $87,496 | $182,122 |
| 2015 | $3,240 | $265,569 | $86,182 | $179,387 |
| 2014 | $3,221 | $260,368 | $84,494 | $175,874 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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David Magid
DM
Seller's Agent in 2026
David Magid
Village Properties - 1
(805) 451-0402
16 in this area
44 Total Sales
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Crawford Speier Group
CG
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Crawford Speier Group
Village Properties - 1
(805) 316-4336
21 in this area
69 Total Sales
Map
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service
MLS Number: 26-130
APN: 065-505-018
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