834 W Valerio Street, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101, SANTA BARBARA, 93101 - 4 bed, 2 bath

834 W Valerio Street
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101
Property Price
SUMMARY
Estimated Market Value
Comparable Sales Map
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 834 W Valerio Street Subject | $1,339,000* List Price | 4 | 2 | 925 | $1,441 | - |
A 1425 Robbins Street Sold | $1,300,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,021 | $1,273 | 0.3 mi |
B 1411 Gillespie Street Sold | $1,146,000 | 2 | 1 | 850 | $1,348 | 0.3 mi |
C 1564 W Valerio Street Sold | $1,665,000 | 2 | 2 | 973 | $1,711 | 0.7 mi |
D 25 Lorinda Place Sold | $1,397,000 | 2 | 1 | 898 | $1,556 | 0.4 mi |
E 1425 Robbins Street Active | $1,389,000 List Price | 2 | 1 | 1,021 | $1,360 | 0.3 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Condition Analysis
OVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Property is moderate renovation needed.
This 1926 Spanish-style home is explicitly listed as a 'fixer' but has been maintained through regular upkeep by a single family for a century. While it features some functional updates like dual-pane windows, new interior paint, and newer HVAC in the casita, the overall interior is dated. The kitchen and main bathroom feature aging cabinetry, laminate countertops, and vintage 4x4 tiling that require modernization to meet current standards. It is move-in livable but shows significant signs of age and requires cosmetic and system rehabilitation.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- Income Potential & Flexibility
The property includes a detached one-bedroom casita, offering excellent potential for rental income, a guest house, or a private home office.
- Spacious Corner Lot
Situated on an expansive corner lot with mature fruit trees and grapevines, providing ample space for gardening, entertaining, or future ADU expansion.
- Historical Charm & Rarity
This 1926 Spanish-style home is on the market for the first time in 100 years, offering a rare opportunity to own a piece of Santa Barbara history with timeless character.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- Extensive Renovation Needed
The property is explicitly sold as a fixer-upper, requiring significant investment and labor to modernize the interiors and systems.
- Limited Square Footage
With only 925 total square feet split between two structures, the living spaces and bedrooms are likely compact for a four-bedroom configuration.
- Bathroom Constraints
The three-bedroom main residence is served by only one bathroom, which may be insufficient for modern family needs or high-end resale value.
About 834 W Valerio Street
One family has cared for this home for the past 100 years. This west-side Spanish-style fixer sits proudly on a spacious corner lot and offers timeless charm with endless potential. The main home features three bedrooms and one bathroom, a welcoming living room, and a dining area that opens to the kitchen — ideal for everyday living and gatherings. A detached one-bedroom, one-bathroom casita, converted in the mid-1950s, provides excellent flexibility — perfect for guests, extended family, or potential rental income. The expansive lot is graced with mature grapevines, fruit trees, and an additional storage building, offering room to garden, entertain, or even explore the possibility of adding another ADU in the future (buyer to verify). Dual pane windows, newer heat & air in the casita, and all new interior paint. Recently enhanced by the Westside Community Paseos Project, the street now benefits from a landscaped traffic diverter, making the area calmer and peaceful. While the property is ready for updates, opportunities like this are rare. Close to parks, schools, and shopping, this is a truly special chance to restore and re-imagine a classic home that's never before been on the market.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1926
- Lot Size
- 5,662.8 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 4
- Total Bathrooms
- 2 (2 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
SANTA BARBARA Unified Schools
Harding University Partnership
Grades K-6 • 0.1 mi
Adams Elementary School
Grades K-6 • 1.2 mi
La Cumbre Junior High School
Grades 7-8 • 0.6 mi
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 3.0 | 88% |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 925 | 1,224.5 | 18% |
| Lot Size | 5,662.8 | 4,138.2 | 67% |
| Price | $1.34M | $1.40M | 48% |
| Price per sq ft | $1.4K | $1.1K | 78% |
| Built year | 1926 | 1929 | 48% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 94 | 184 | 20% |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Jan 29, 2026
$1,339,000
$1,389,000
-4% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Price Change
Dec 3, 2025
$1,389,000
Initial Listing



























