$1,775,000
SOLD APR 7, 2025

224 Merida Dr Santa Barbara, CA 93111

East Goleta Valley Neighborhood
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,356 Sq Ft
7,840 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,309 Per Sq Ft

11% Above List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Fruit Trees
  • Property is near a park
  • Kellogg Elementary School Rated A
  • Mountain View
  • 5-minute walk to University Circle Open Space

About This Home

As of April 2025

Tucked away at the end of a quiet road in the Kellogg School District, this thoughtfully updated and move-in ready 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is a true retreat.

Freshly painted with new luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, it boasts a tastefully remodeled kitchen featuring brand-new stainless steel appliances, a spacious
island, quartz countertops, and sleek modern cabinets—a dream for any home chef. The light-filled sunroom offers versatile space and added square footage to relax and unwind year-round while admiring the mountain views.

Spring has arrived, bringing a burst of color to the garden as daffodils light up both the front and back yards! Step into a gardener's dream, featuring fruit trees like avocado, orange, lemon, and wild sage. With ample open space, you have the perfect canvas to design your own outdoor oasisendless possibilities await!

Modern comforts like air conditioning and a spacious 2-car attached garage add to the home's appeal. With its peaceful location, tasteful upgrades, and inviting charm, this home perfectly blends style and tranquility!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Crawford Speier Group

Village Properties - 1 License #01440068 / 02037359

Last Buyer's Agent

Karen Spechler and Real Estate Group

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #00552664 | 01488548

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,550

Year Built

  • Built in 1968

Lot Details

  • 7,840 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Irrigation
  • Fruit Trees
  • Lawn
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • Garage

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 1,356 Sq Ft Home
  • Skylights
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Laminate Flooring
  • Mountain Views

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Built-In Electric Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Covered patio or porch
  • Shed

Location

  • Property is near a park
  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a bus stop

Schools

  • Kellogg Elementary School
  • Gol Valley Middle School
  • Dos Pueblos High School

Additional Features

  • Stepless Entry
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 069-530-017
  • Seller Concessions Offered
  • Seller Will Consider Concessions

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 35 University Circle Subdivision

Amenities

  • Restaurant

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,550

Year Built

Built in 1968

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Directions: From Patterson. Turn L on Parejo Dr. Turn L on Merida.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: In Garage
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Near Public Transit
  • Subdivision Name: 35 - University Circle
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Reso Flooring: Laminate
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Entry Lvl(No Stairs)
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1968
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.18
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Kellogg
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: Gol Valley
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: Dos Pueblos
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Construction Entry Lvl(No Stairs)2: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Lawn2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Bath2: Yes
  • Amenities Remodeled Kitchen2: Yes
  • Amenities Skylight2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Disposal3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Proximity Restaurants: Yes
  • Dining In Kitchen4: Yes
  • Property Information Apx Lot SqFt: 7840.0
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation PRT: Yes
  • Other Buildings Shed: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced BCK: Yes
  • Laundry In Garage2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Laminate2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Covered2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Built-In Electric Range: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Built-In Electric Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Other Rooms:Sun Room2: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountain(s), Setting
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 0.18
  • Topography: Level
  • Exterior Features: Patio Covered, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation PRT, Fenced: BCK
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Gar #2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Goleta Wtr
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Kellogg
  • High School: Dos Pueblos
  • Middle Or Junior School: Gol Valley

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 069-530-017
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7840.0

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/07/2025 04/07/25 Sold $1,775,000 +11.3% $1,309 / Sq Ft
03/19/2025 03/19/25 Pending -- -- --
03/13/2025 03/13/25 For Sale $1,595,000 -- $1,176 / 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
2023 $4,550 $366,391 $133,406 $232,985
2022 $4,414 $359,208 $130,791 $228,417
2021 $4,347 $352,166 $128,227 $223,939
2020 $4,244 $348,556 $126,913 $221,643
2019 $4,174 $341,723 $124,425 $217,298
2018 $4,012 $335,024 $121,986 $213,038
2017 $3,938 $328,456 $119,595 $208,861
2016 $3,814 $322,016 $117,250 $204,766
2014 $3,748 $310,968 $113,227 $197,741
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $440,479 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,775,000 Fidelity National Title Compan
Grant Deed -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

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Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 25-1026

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 069-530-017

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93111 East Goleta Valley

224 Merida Dr, Santa Barbara, CA

Homes for Sale in Santa Barbara, CA

This home is located at 224 Merida Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93111 and is currently priced at $1,775,000, approximately $1,308 per square foot. This property was built in 1968. 224 Merida Dr is a home located in Santa Barbara County with nearby schools including Kellogg Elementary School, Goleta Valley Junior High School, and Dos Pueblos Senior High School.

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