Is a car needed in Montecito, CA?

As of early 2026, 91% of users say car is needed

Is Montecito, CA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 88% of users say it's dog friendly

Is parking easy in Montecito, CA?

As of early 2026, 81% of users say parking is easy

Are yards well-kept in Montecito, CA?

As of early 2026, 74% of users say yards are well-kept

Does Montecito, CA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 72% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is Montecito, CA quiet?

As of early 2026, 70% of users say it's quiet

Do residents of Montecito, CA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 66% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is there wildlife in Montecito, CA?

As of early 2026, 64% of users say there's wildlife

Would people walk alone at night in Montecito, CA?

As of early 2026, 62% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are there community events in Montecito, CA?

As of early 2026, 59% of users say there are community events

Are neighbors friendly in Montecito, CA?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is Montecito, CA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 51% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Do kids play outside in Montecito, CA?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say kids play outside

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As of early 2026, 39% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Does Montecito, CA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 18% of users say there are sidewalks

Are the streets well-lit in Montecito, CA?

As of early 2026, 18% of users say streets are well-lit

What is 1942 E Valley Rd estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1942 E Valley Rd in Santa Barbara, CA is $5,226,900 .

What is the price history for 1942 E Valley Rd?

1942 E Valley Rd in Santa Barbara, CA last sold for $1,960,000 in April 2013.

Is Santa Barbara a buyer's or seller's market?

Santa Barbara is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What do residents say about Santa Barbara?

Residents describe Santa Barbara, CA as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Santa Barbara, CA .

How big is the lot at 1942 E Valley Rd?

The lot at 1942 E Valley Rd in Santa Barbara, CA is about 1.1 acres .

OFF MARKET

$5,226,900

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,755 sqft (on 1.06 acres)

1942 E Valley Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108

Est. Refi. Payment $33,148/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Apr 19, 2013 for $1,960,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$5.23M

Since last month

$45K (-0.9%)

Since last year

$170K (+3.4%)

Since last sale

$3M (+162.6%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +77% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$5.15M
August 2026	$5.19M
July 2026	$5.03M
June 2026	$5.1M
May 2026	$5.08M
April 2026	$5.03M
March 2026	$5.03M
February 2026	$4.85M
January 2026	$4.87M
2025
December 2025	$4.9M
November 2025	$5M
October 2025	$4.82M
September 2025	$4.98M
August 2025	$5.08M
July 2025	$4.95M
June 2025	$4.97M
May 2025	$5.15M
April 2025	$5.13M
March 2025	$5.09M
February 2025	$4.9M
January 2025	$4.79M
2024
December 2024	$4.86M
November 2024	$4.84M
October 2024	$4.83M
September 2024	$4.91M
August 2024	$4.81M
July 2024	$4.87M
June 2024	$4.88M
May 2024	$4.91M
April 2024	$4.79M
March 2024	$4.67M
February 2024	$4.64M
January 2024	$4.61M
2023
December 2023	$4.68M
November 2023	$4.69M
October 2023	$4.75M
September 2023	$4.71M
August 2023	$4.6M
July 2023	$4.7M
June 2023	$4.64M
May 2023	$4.52M
April 2023	$4.39M
March 2023	$4.3M
February 2023	$4.19M
January 2023	$4.02M
2022
December 2022	$4.03M
November 2022	$4.1M
October 2022	$4.21M
September 2022	$4.23M
August 2022	$4.3M
July 2022	$4.52M
June 2022	$4.75M
May 2022	$4.75M
April 2022	$4.65M
March 2022	$4.53M
February 2022	$4.26M
January 2022	$4.09M
2021
December 2021	$4.16M
November 2021	$4.07M
October 2021	$3.93M
September 2021	$3.76M
August 2021	$3.69M
July 2021	$3.69M
June 2021	$3.87M
May 2021	$4.27M
April 2021	$4.17M
March 2021	$3.97M
February 2021	$4.36M
January 2021	$3.29M
2020
December 2020	$3.17M
November 2020	$3.03M
October 2020	$3.08M
September 2020	$2.93M
August 2020	$2.81M
July 2020	$2.94M
June 2020	$2.86M
May 2020	$2.82M
April 2020	$2.8M
March 2020	$2.87M
February 2020	$2.89M
January 2020	$2.94M
2019
December 2019	$3.01M
November 2019	$3.01M
October 2019	$3.05M
September 2019	$2.82M
August 2019	$2.82M
July 2019	$2.9M
June 2019	$2.99M
May 2019	$2.85M
April 2019	$2.8M
March 2019	$2.67M
February 2019	$2.75M
January 2019	$2.74M
2018
December 2018	$2.82M
November 2018	$2.68M
October 2018	$2.66M
September 2018	$2.67M
August 2018	$2.64M
July 2018	$2.67M
June 2018	$2.87M
May 2018	$2.95M
April 2018	$2.86M
March 2018	$2.85M
February 2018	$2.88M
January 2018	$2.9M
2017
December 2017	$2.87M
November 2017	$2.8M
October 2017	$2.86M
September 2017	$2.73M
August 2017	$2.79M
July 2017	$2.75M
June 2017	$3.06M
May 2017	$2.95M
April 2017	$3.13M
March 2017	$2.95M
February 2017	$2.93M
January 2017	$2.94M
2016
December 2016	$2.96M
November 2016	$2.96M
October 2016	$2.9M
September 2016	$2.91M

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
1937 Birnam Wood Dr, Santa Barbara, CA	0.09	Single-Family Home	$5,285,000	09/11/26	3	2.5	3,903
1848 E Valley Rd, Santa Barbara, CA	0.23	Single-Family Home	$7,010,000	11/14/25	4	4.5	4,040
636 Oak Grove Dr, Santa Barbara, CA	0.40	Single-Family Home	$4,675,000	04/21/26	5	3	2,963
564 Crocker Sperry Dr, Santa Barbara, CA	0.18	Single-Family Home	$7,100,000	08/06/26	4	5	3,620
2025 Birnam Wood Dr, Santa Barbara, CA	0.28	Single-Family Home	$7,215,000	08/13/26	3	3.5	4,114
454 Meadowbrook Dr, Santa Barbara, CA	0.50	Single-Family Home	$5,200,000	10/24/25	2	2.5	2,788
510 McLean Ln, Santa Barbara, CA	0.40	Single-Family Home	$6,750,000	03/17/26	3	4.5	5,022
2165 Veloz Dr, Santa Barbara, CA	0.59	Single-Family Home	$4,000,000	10/07/25	4	4	3,485
2155 Birnam Wood Dr, Santa Barbara, CA	0.69	Single-Family Home	$5,700,000	05/28/26	3	3	3,350
2010 Birnam Wood Dr, Santa Barbara, CA	0.23	Single-Family Home	$6,893,000	06/09/26	4	5.5	4,166

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
1946 E Valley Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.06	$12,557,800	5	9	7,897	Off Market
1937 Birnam Wood Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.09	$5,285,000	3	2.5	3,903	Recently Sold
660/670 Buena Vista Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.10	$18,500,000	6	6.5	8,179	For Sale
660 Buena Vista Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.11	$13,327,700	4	3	5,786	Off Market
645 & 675 Olive Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.13	$14,000,000	6	8	7,146	Recently Sold
680 Buena Vista Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.16	$29,895,000	8	10	8,425	Off Market
564 Crocker Sperry Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.18	$7,100,000	4	5	3,620	Recently Sold
610 Olive Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.20	$10,875,000	5	4	3,611	For Sale
551 Crocker Sperry Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.21	$8,230,600	3	3.5	3,770	Off Market
1948-1952 Tollis Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.22	$10,646,600	7	7.5	5,022	Off Market
2005 Birnam Wood Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.22	$6,871,200	3	3.5	4,903	Off Market
1848 E Valley Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108	0.23	$7,361,000	4	4.5	4,040	Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1962

1.06 acre lot

2,755 sqft

$1,897/sqft

About this House

This special property situated on a quiet private Montecito lane, surrounded by multi-million dollar estates offers you amenities that are native, natural, newly redone and even nutritious!Lovingly landscaped into what can only be called a work of art, you will enjoy lush green lawns, surrounded by intricately dry-stacked native stone walls,

1942 E Valley Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,755 sqft single-family home built in 1962. It last sold for $1,960,000 on Apr 19, 2013. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $5,226,900.

Home Details for 1942 E Valley Rd

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1962Year Updated: 1985
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Interior Features
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 1.06 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Apr 19, 2013 Source: SBMLS #13-19	Sold	$1,960,000
Mar 4, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$1,950,000 Price decreased by 9%
Oct 24, 2012 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$2,150,000 Price decreased by 4%
Sep 5, 2012 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$2,250,000
Jul 20, 2011 Source: N/A	Sold	$1,700,000
Dec 25, 2010 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$1,700,000
Nov 21, 2010 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$1,700,000 Price decreased by 8%
Sep 3, 2010 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$1,850,000
Sep 6, 2007 Source: N/A	Sold	$260,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2026	Unavailable	$2,568,400

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Market trends in Montecito

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What Locals Say about Montecito

At least 50 Trulia users voted on each feature.

91 % Say car is needed
88 % Say it's dog friendly
81 % Say parking is easy
74 % Say yards are well-kept
72 % Say there's holiday spirit
70 % Say it's quiet
66 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
64 % Say there's wildlife
62 % Say people would walk alone at night
59 % Say there are community events
56 % Say neighbors are friendly
51 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
45 % Say kids play outside
39 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
18 % Say there are sidewalks
18 % Say streets are well-lit

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11y ago
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Frequently asked questions about 1942 E Valley Rd

What is 1942 E Valley Rd estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1942 E Valley Rd in Santa Barbara, CA is $5,226,900.
What is the price history for 1942 E Valley Rd?
1942 E Valley Rd in Santa Barbara, CA last sold for $1,960,000 in April 2013.
Is Santa Barbara a buyer's or seller's market?
Santa Barbara is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What do residents say about Santa Barbara?
Residents describe Santa Barbara, CA as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Santa Barbara, CA.
How big is the lot at 1942 E Valley Rd?
The lot at 1942 E Valley Rd in Santa Barbara, CA is about 1.1 acres.