$1,386,000
SOLD FEB 20, 2025

274 Forest Dr Goleta, CA 93117

El Encanto Heights Neighborhood
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,256 Sq Ft
6,970 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,104 Per Sq Ft

11% Above List Price

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fruit Trees
  • Mountain View
  • Property is near public transit
  • Goleta Valley Junior High School Rated A
  • Hilly Lot
  • Lawn

About This Home

As of February 2025

Charming 3-Bedroom, 2-Bath Home in a Prime Location with Gorgeous mountain Views

Wonderfully maintained, light-filled three-bedroom, two-bath home nestled on a quiet lot. Situated near Evergreen open space, you'll enjoy breathtaking views of the 18-hole disc golf course, trails, and more, just steps from your front door.

This move-in-ready home features a new roof, fresh paint, dual-pane windows, and new flooring throughout.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joel Butera

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01229404

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Natalie Grubb

Village Properties License #01236143

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,371

Year Built

  • Built in 1969

Lot Details

  • 6,970 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Irrigation
  • Hilly Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Lawn
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • Direct Access Garage

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,256 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Dining Area
  • Laminate Flooring
  • Mountain Views
  • Laundry in Garage

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near a bus stop
  • City Lot

Schools

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

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 35 El Encanto Heights Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 079-530-009

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,371

Year Built

Built in 1969

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1969
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: In Garage
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Near Public Transit
  • Subdivision Name: 35 - El Encanto Heights
  • Architectural Style: Tract
  • Reso Flooring: Laminate
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Good
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1969
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.16
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Brandon
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: Gol Valley
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: Dos Pueblos
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • LocationTopo Hilly2: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: Yes
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Interior Access: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Attached: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Lawn2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • Property Information Apx Lot SqFt: 6970.0
  • Condition Good2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation PRT: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced BCK: Yes
  • Laundry In Garage2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Laminate2: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountain(s), Setting
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 0.16
  • Topography: Hilly, Level
  • Exterior Features: Patio Open, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation PRT, Fenced: BCK
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

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

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

  • Community Features: Sidewalks
  • Association: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 079-530-009
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6970.0

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/20/2025 02/20/25 Sold $1,386,000 +10.9% $1,104 / Sq Ft
01/21/2025 01/21/25 Pending -- -- --
01/08/2025 01/08/25 For Sale $1,250,000 -- $995 / 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 $1,371 $89,205 $25,989 $63,216
2022 $1,207 $87,457 $25,480 $61,977
2021 $1,187 $85,743 $24,981 $60,762
2020 $1,162 $84,864 $24,725 $60,139
2019 $1,144 $83,201 $24,241 $58,960
2018 $1,126 $81,570 $23,766 $57,804
2017 $1,109 $79,971 $23,300 $56,671
2016 $1,046 $72,522 $22,844 $49,678
2014 $984 $70,035 $22,061 $47,974
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $956,250 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,386,000 First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

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Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 25-73

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 079-530-009

California Santa Barbara County Goleta 93117 El Encanto Heights

274 Forest Dr, Goleta, CA

Homes for Sale in Goleta, CA

This home is located at 274 Forest Dr, Goleta, CA 93117 and is currently priced at $1,386,000, approximately $1,103 per square foot. This property was built in 1969. 274 Forest Dr is a home located in Santa Barbara County with nearby schools including Brandon Elementary School, Goleta Valley Junior High School, and Dos Pueblos Senior High School.

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