4856 Glenn Road, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105, SANTA BARBARA, 93105 - 3 bed, 3 bath
ACTIVE$1,100,000$1,683/sqft
Est. Value: $1,115,748
1%
FairlyEstimate
4856 Glenn Road, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105
3Beds
3Baths
1,683Sqft
8,712Lot
Price Vs. Estimate
The estimated value ($1,115,747.62) is $15,747.62 (1%) lower than the list price ($1,100,000). This property may be overpriced.
Key pros and cons
Top Pros:
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 = 8712, living area = 1683.
Top Cons:
Remote Location/Commute: While offering tranquility, the 'Painted Cave retreat' location implies a drive for daily necessities and immediate urban conveniences, which may not suit buyers prioritizing quick access to city centers.
Compared to the nearby listings
Price:$1.10M vs avg $2.25M ($-1,155,000)4%
Size:1,683 sqft vs avg 1,780.5 sqft44%
Price/sqft:$654 vs avg $1.1K25%
More Insights
Built in 1989 (37 years old).
Condition: The property benefits from extensive recent upgrades including new flooring, all new windows, a new HVAC system, a newly improved patio, and a spacious new top-floor deck, making it largely move-in ready. The full bathrooms appear updated with modern vanities and tile. However, the kitchen, with its original wood cabinets and tile countertops, and one of the half-bath vanities, are visibly dated, preventing the property from achieving an 'Excellent' rating where all components are virtually new.
Year Built
1989
Close
-
List price
$1.1M
Original List price
-
Price/Sqft
$654
HOA
$0
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
26-54
Home ConditionGood
Features
Good View:
Deck
Patio
View-
About this home
Arguably the best value for the price! Set on a serene oak-studded lot, this light-filled Painted Cave retreat provides tranquility that is rarely found in town. Immersed in nature, wake up to the sounds of bird songs in your bright and airy 3 bed/2.5 bath home. Outfitted with new flooring throughout, the 1,683 SF(+/-) floor plan boasts vaulted ceilings and offers comfortable living with all new windows and new HVAC system. Enjoy gatherings outside on the newly improved patio, or simply relax and unwind on the spacious new top floor deck. This is truly one of the nicest homes available in this price range. With so much noise constantly around us, finding solace in the rustic mountain lifestyle is appealing to many. But when you want to enjoy the award-winning dining and shopping in both Santa Barbara and Santa Ynez Valley, it's just 15-20 minutes away!
D
David Kim
Listing Agent
Price History
Date
Event
Price
12/29/98
Sold
$300,000
09/06/24
Sold
$975,000
Condition Rating
Good
The property benefits from extensive recent upgrades including new flooring, all new windows, a new HVAC system, a newly improved patio, and a spacious new top-floor deck, making it largely move-in ready. The full bathrooms appear updated with modern vanities and tile. However, the kitchen, with its original wood cabinets and tile countertops, and one of the half-bath vanities, are visibly dated, preventing the property from achieving an 'Excellent' rating where all components are virtually new.
Pros & Cons
Pros
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 = 8712, living area = 1683.
Extensive Recent Upgrades: The property boasts significant recent renovations including new flooring, all new windows, a new HVAC system, a newly improved patio, and a spacious new top floor deck, offering a move-in ready experience.
Tranquil Natural Setting: Set on a serene oak-studded lot in the Painted Cave area, the home provides a peaceful, nature-immersed retreat with sounds of birds, appealing to those seeking solace away from urban noise.
Bright & Airy Interior with Architectural Appeal: The home features a light-filled, bright, and airy floor plan with vaulted ceilings, enhancing the sense of space and natural light throughout the living areas.
Strong Value Proposition: Marketed as 'arguably the best value for the price' and 'one of the nicest homes available in this price range,' suggesting competitive pricing for its condition and location.
Balanced Lifestyle Location: Offers the best of both worlds: a rustic mountain lifestyle retreat with convenient 15-20 minute access to the award-winning dining and shopping of Santa Barbara and Santa Ynez Valley.
Cons
Remote Location/Commute: While offering tranquility, the 'Painted Cave retreat' location implies a drive for daily necessities and immediate urban conveniences, which may not suit buyers prioritizing quick access to city centers.
Limited Lot Size for a Retreat: At 8,712 sqft (0.2 acres), the lot, though oak-studded, may be considered modest for a property marketed as a 'retreat' in a natural setting, potentially limiting expansive outdoor activities or privacy expectations for some.
Age of Original Construction: Despite extensive recent updates, the home's original construction year of 1989 means the underlying structure is over 30 years old, which some buyers might perceive as a factor compared to newer builds.