4156 Vista Clara Road, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93110, SANTA BARBARA, 93110 - 5 bed, 3 bath
4156 Vista Clara Road
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93110
Property Price
SUMMARY
Analysis of 4156 Vista Clara Road, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93110 reveals a property with a current list price of $2,665,000, which is 9% above the estimated $2,444,602 Fair Market Value. Buyers should carefully evaluate the pricing and consider negotiation opportunities. The property maintains a Excellent Condition Rating (95/100), indicating excellent structural integrity and modern finishes throughout. This turnkey property requires minimal updates and is ready for immediate occupancy. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the SANTA BARBARA Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.
Estimated Market Value
Comparable Sales Map
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 4156 Vista Clara Road Subject | $2,665,000* List Price | 5 | 3 | 1,456 | $1,679 | - |
A 3831 Sunset Road Sold | $2,230,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,488 | $1,499 | 0.9 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Condition Analysis
OVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
The property has undergone extensive recent renovations, featuring a remodeled kitchen with high-end appliances and Carrara marble countertops, along with updated bathrooms. The addition of a permitted two-bedroom apartment above the garage and a luxury outdoor lanai with a built-in BBQ kitchen demonstrates a high level of modern quality and maintenance that offsets the original 1948 build date.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- High Available Lot Utilization
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 20028, living area = 1456.
- Multi-Unit & Income Potential
The property features a permitted 2-bedroom apartment above the garage and an oversized garage with Junior ADU conversion potential, offering significant flexibility for rental income or multi-generational living.
- Exceptional Outdoor Lifestyle
This 'mini ranch' setup includes a pool, corral, and a covered Lanai with a built-in BBQ kitchen on nearly half an acre, providing a rare equestrian-adjacent lifestyle near Hope Ranch trails and the Modoc Preserve.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- MLS Listing Discrepancy
Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =20028, other record lot size in square feet = 20473.
- Compact Main Living Area
With a total of 5 bedrooms and 3 baths distributed across only 1,456 square feet, the individual room sizes and common areas may feel significantly undersized for a property at this price point.
- Vintage Infrastructure
Originally constructed in 1948, the property may require ongoing maintenance or future updates to core mechanical and structural systems that were not part of the recent cosmetic renovations.
About 4156 Vista Clara Road
You can have it all with this mini ranch next to Hope Ranch. Enjoy the country life just 1 mile from major Santa Barbara shopping & restaurants. This compound features a corral, pool, 2 bedroom apartment, and usable, gated .47 acres on a private lane with Vieja Valley elementary 3/4 mile away. The main level has 3 bedrooms, 2 remodeled baths, remodeled kitchen with Carrara marble counters and high end appliances, a pool area with covered Lanai featuring a built in BBQ kitchen. Permitted 2 bedroom, 1 bath above garage has full kitchen and balcony with mountain view. Oversized carport allows possibility of converting the oversized 2 car garage to a Junior ADU and still having covered parking. Across the street from Hope Ranch, riding trails, Modoc Riding Rings, and Modoc Preserve.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1948
- Lot Size
- 20,028 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 5
- Total Bathrooms
- 3 (3 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 5.0 | 4.0 | 79% |
| Baths | 3.0 | 3.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 1,456 | 1,908 | 31% |
| Lot Size | 20,028 | 7,405 | 74% |
| Price | $2.67M | $1.82M | 69% |
| Price per sq ft | $1.8K | $951 | 95% |
| Built year | 1948 | 1971 | 5% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 183 | 192 | 41% |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Sep 5, 2025
$2,665,000
Initial Listing
Sold
Jul 2, 2010
$950,000
Public Record