Is Goleta, CA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 89% of users say it's dog friendly

Does Goleta, CA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 88% of users say there are sidewalks

Is a car needed in Goleta, CA?

As of early 2026, 78% of users say car is needed

Is parking easy in Goleta, CA?

As of early 2026, 77% of users say parking is easy

Is Goleta, CA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 70% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Do kids play outside in Goleta, CA?

As of early 2026, 69% of users say kids play outside

Would people walk alone at night in Goleta, CA?

As of early 2026, 68% of users say people would walk alone at night

Does Goleta, CA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 66% of users say there's holiday spirit

Are yards well-kept in Goleta, CA?

As of early 2026, 65% of users say yards are well-kept

As of early 2026, 64% of users say it's quiet

Is Goleta, CA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 62% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Are the streets well-lit in Goleta, CA?

As of early 2026, 61% of users say streets are well-lit

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

As of early 2026, 55% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are neighbors friendly in Goleta, CA?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is there wildlife in Goleta, CA?

As of early 2026, 46% of users say there's wildlife

Are there community events in Goleta, CA?

As of early 2026, 29% of users say there are community events

OFF MARKET

$975,000

Last sold price

4 Beds
4 Baths
3,800 sqft (on 85 acres)

2251 Refugio Pass Rd, Goleta, CA 93117

Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 13, 2000 for $975,000

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
945 Rancho Alisal Dr, Solvang, CA	4.29	Single-Family Home	$1,800,000	08/13/26	3	3	2,750
350 N Refugio Rd, Santa Ynez, CA	4.83	Single-Family Home	$3,525,000	03/23/26	3	2	2,207
671 Rincon Dr, Solvang, CA	4.75	Single-Family Home	$1,753,800	12/29/25	3	2.5	3,296
565 Rancho Alisal Dr, Solvang, CA	4.94	Single-Family Home	$2,090,000	02/05/26	3	4.5	3,614
166 Rancho Alisal Dr, Solvang, CA	5.23	Single-Family Home	$1,100,000	10/31/25	4	2.5	3,528
3166 Riley Rd, Solvang, CA	4.78	Single-Family Home	$1,800,000	09/19/25	3	2	2,464
341 Fairway Dr, Solvang, CA	5.14	Single-Family Home	$1,911,500	01/12/26	3	2.5	2,728
3124 Bowl Pl, Solvang, CA	4.35	Single-Family Home	$1,500,000	03/02/26	2	2	2,455
218 Valhalla Dr, Solvang, CA	5.31	Single-Family Home	$2,542,000	12/02/25	4	3	3,473
2983 Homestead Trl, Santa Ynez, CA	5.59	Single-Family Home	$2,072,000	09/19/25	4	4	2,365

Nearby home prices

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Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
156 Sanderling Ln, Goleta, CA 93117	12.23	$1,526,900	4	3	2,421	Off Market
154 Sanderling Ln, Goleta, CA 93117	12.22	$1,346,700	3	3	1,899	Off Market
152 Sanderling Ln, Goleta, CA 93117	12.22	$701,900	1	1	782	Off Market
2169 Refugio Rd, Goleta, CA 93117	0.30	$3,356,400	3	3	3,886	Off Market
2383 Refugio Rd, Goleta, CA 93117	0.67	$6,905,200	Studio	-	-	Off Market
2280 Refugio Rd, Goleta, CA 93117	0.78	-	-	-	-	Off Market
2375 Refugio Rd, Goleta, CA 93117	0.41	-	-	-	-	Off Market
N Situs, Goleta, CA 93117	0.68	-	-	-	-	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 2251 Refugio Pass Rd.
Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Year Built

2007

Lot Size

85 acres

Living Area

3,800 sqft

About this House

2251 Refugio Pass Rd is in Goleta, CA and in ZIP code 93117. This property has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and approximately 3,800 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 85.00 acres and was built in 2007.

2251 Refugio Pass Rd, Goleta, CA 93117 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,800 sqft unknown built in 2007. It last sold for $975,000 on Jun 13, 2000. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $6,639/month.

Home Details for 2251 Refugio Pass Rd

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Family Room, Laundry Room, Library, Master Bath, Mud Room, Office, PantryCeiling Fan
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Double Paned Windows
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Tile

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: Other

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 2007
Property Type / Style Property Type: Unknown

Lot Information
Lot Area: 85.00 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Oct 12, 2022 Source: N/A	ListingRemoved
Sep 19, 2022 Source: N/A	PriceChange	$7,500,000 Price increased by 7%
Sep 8, 2022 Source: N/A	Listed For Sale	$7,000,000
Jun 13, 2000 Source: N/A	Sold	$975,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2026	Unavailable	$1,019,002

Additional Cost

Market trends in Goleta

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Vista de las Cruces School
K-8
Public
65 Students
Vista Del Mar Union School District
7/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
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What Locals Say about Goleta

At least 144 Trulia users voted on each feature.

89 % Say it's dog friendly
88 % Say there are sidewalks
78 % Say car is needed
77 % Say parking is easy
70 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
69 % Say kids play outside
68 % Say people would walk alone at night
66 % Say there's holiday spirit
65 % Say yards are well-kept
64 % Say it's quiet
62 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
61 % Say streets are well-lit
55 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
50 % Say neighbors are friendly
46 % Say there's wildlife
29 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Richard Seoane
Resident
1y ago
"I have lived in Goleta for 5 years. I love my neighborhood as it is quiet and has peaceful walking trails right outside my door. "
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Chinahansen
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5y ago
"Easy commute. I take back roads and can get all we need in Goleta. Roads have few cars. It’s peaceful out here. "
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Ivette.martinez
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5y ago
"I have lived here for over 20 years and love it. I feel extremely safe and it is a good area to raise children"
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Katrina9115
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6y ago
"Safe and quiet neighborhood. Insurance went down because of the area. More parking and plazas than Santa Barbara "
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Julia W.
Resident
6y ago
"Kids friendly and nice neighbours. Close to beach, school and grocery stores. Great bike paths and side walks, easy to move around safely without a car if you feel like it."
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Alison K.
Resident
6y ago
"Pretty safe area. Kids can bike to school. Lots of elderly people and it’s quiet. Good place for dogs. Kids are happy people walking and enjoying themselves "
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Alice
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6y ago
"great area to live and buy a family home. been up here for a year and I love it. the weather is good too and the air is fresh"
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Mariajosem
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6y ago
"8 minutes on the highway if no traffic or you can take cathedral oaks to avoid the traffic during rush hour"
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Alison K.
Resident
7y ago
"Yes - I live near a dog park great place to have a dog. If you can afford it - super pricy place to live. Lots of dogs -few chickens - cats.. no roosters. Streams with frogs and poison oak. Lots of dogs to play with. "
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Nathan P.
Resident
7y ago
"Dog owners would like that there are dog parks to go to and they would not like that the raccoons here will bear claw at your dog in a fight. "
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Myerslaura2013
Resident
7y ago
"Dog are welcome in Goleta - it is hard to find apartments that take dogs. I love living here even if the cost of living here is way too expensive for a single mom. "
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Karrinne G.
Resident
7y ago
"This neighborhood is high priced and not friendly at all. It has some pluses and mi uses. I’m moving "
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Karrinne G.
Resident
7y ago
"I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 2 years most people are not friendly or welcoming. It’s noisy and lots of pollen in the air. It’s priced too high and not worth it. "
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Karrinne G.
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7y ago
"I don’t commute but to my sons school in the morning and there is a little traffic. Good access to public transportation. "
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Stephanie B.
Resident
7y ago
"A safe neighborhood and great for families. It’s close to al community events, both in Goleta and in Santa Barbara."
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Mjsimonsen1
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7y ago
"I love Goleta. I am new to the area. I am just here for a short time but the area is beautiful the sands beach is stunning. "
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Buenaboricua
Resident
8y ago
"It’s brand new. People are friendly and willing to help each other out. There are a lot of kids out playing which shows our community is safe. "
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Clintearle
Resident
8y ago
"tidy houses, caring neighbors, clean areas, low crime, good schools. a lot of people are original owners and still live here"
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Buenaboricua
Resident
8y ago
"It’s like a little City. Beautiful and brand new. Costco is close by movie theater is also close by. Everything is less than two miles away."
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Christinavorobiov
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8y ago
"Direct ocean access. Perfect weather. White light. Even the air is sweet. Proximity to Bacara and downtown Santa Barbara. Best place on earth. "
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