6178 Malva Ave, Goleta, CA 93117
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6178 Malva Ave
Goleta, CA 93117

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,140 sqft

$1,546,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 13, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $9,200/mo*
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$1,546,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 13, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $9,200/mo*
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3 Beds
2 Baths
1,140 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Description

Charming 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with a large, private backyard. Freshly painted interior and new flooring throughout.

Living room with vaulted ceiling. Galley kitchen with laundry area. Side patio off the living room. Attached 2-car garage with a quiet LiftMaster door opener. Extra off-street parking available.
6178 Malva Ave, Goleta, CA 93117 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,140 sqft single-family home built in 1959. It last sold for $1,363,000 on Jun 28, 2024 (2% below the $1,395,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in April 2017 with an asking price of $2,850 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 17, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,546,400, with a rent estimate of $5,126/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Attached Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 6178 Malva Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1140 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Built-In Gas Range, Built-In Gas Oven, MicrowaveLaundry: In KitchenMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: Single Story
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherPatio / Porch: Patio OpenFencing: Back YardExterior: LawnFoundation: SlabLawn
Parking & Garage
Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking: Attached
Surface & Elevation
Topography: Level

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 13

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1959
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Stucco
Property Information
Parcel Number: 077243013

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,395,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Jun 04 2024

Location

Direction & Address
City: GOLETA
School Information
Elementary School: La PateraJr High / Middle School: Gol ValleyHigh School: Dos Pueblos

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1140 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7840.8 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Ctnl

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 24-1680
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Laura Drammer 01209580
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Dave Salgado 00666274, (805) 245-0416
Santa Ynez Valley Real Estate
Bought with: Kimberly Rockwell 01482947, eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Co-Buyer's Agent: Zia Group 01209580, (805) 364-9009
Source: SBMLS, MLS#24-1680

Price History for 6178 Malva Ave

DatePriceEventSource
06/28/2024$1,363,000Sold
SBMLS #24-1680
06/06/2024$1,395,000ContingentCRMLS #V1-23715
06/06/2024$1,395,000PendingSBMLS #24-1680
05/24/2024$1,395,000Listed For SaleSBMLS #24-1680
02/17/2021ListingRemovedN/A
04/25/2017$2,850ListingRemovedN/A
04/16/2017$2,850Listed For RentN/A

Market trends in Goleta

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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Available listings
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$15,112
Assessment$1,390,260
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 6178 Malva Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
6194 Malva Ave, Goleta, CA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$1,450,000
03/27/26
4
2
1,444
6231 Aberdeen Ave, Goleta, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$1,340,000
06/16/26
3
2
1,280
6242 Guava Ave, Goleta, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$1,284,850
04/15/26
3
2
1,280
6269 Shamrock Ave, Goleta, CA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$1,520,000
02/18/26
3
2
1,535
258 Iris Ave, Goleta, CA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$1,499,000
11/14/25
3
2
1,319
6217 Marlborough Dr, Goleta, CA
0.49
Single-Family Home
$1,250,000
01/30/26
3
2
1,411
77 Newcastle Cir, Goleta, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,485,000
07/25/25
3
2
1,400
5984 Berkeley Rd, Goleta, CA
0.51
Single-Family Home
$1,400,000
01/09/26
3
2
1,382
6193 Barrington Dr, Goleta, CA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$1,500,000
02/06/26
4
2
1,427

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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

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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "Safe and quiet neighborhood. Insurance went down because of the area. More parking and plazas than Santa Barbara "
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  • Julia W.
    "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.
    "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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    "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
    "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.
    "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.
    "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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    "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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    "This neighborhood is high priced and not friendly at all. It has some pluses and mi uses. I’m moving "
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    "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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    "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.
    "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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    "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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    "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
    "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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    "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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    "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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