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$999,381$796 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

226 FOREST DR

GOLETA, CA 93117
3
Beds
1.8
Baths
1,256 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1969
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$999K
$925K low$1.1M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,414 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$87,559 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$27,578
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$59,981
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$85,843

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.45
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
82
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
22
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
42
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
45
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.1 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountySANTA BARBARA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Brandon Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.2 mi
H
Dos Pueblos High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Goleta Valley Junior High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.3 mi

District: Santa Barbara Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93117These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.111
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.390

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.25%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.54,347
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.334 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,853
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,971
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.20 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.75%

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How this home compares

226 Forest Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 86% of homes in Goleta North
  • Costs less per square foot than 71% of homes in Goleta North
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Goleta North
  • Has a smaller lot than 72% of homes in Goleta North
  • Newer than 69% of homes in Goleta North

What homes are worth in Goleta 93117

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$601K$2.9M

This home is worth more than 26% of homes in Goleta 93117.

How it measures up in Goleta 93117

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Goleta 93117.

Estimated value$999,381
CheaperTypical $1,276,325Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$796
CheaperTypical $807Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area1,256 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,506 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1969
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 226 Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGoleta NorthGoleta 93117Santa Barbara County
Estimated valuepricier than$999,38114% of homes26% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$79629% of homes47% of homes61% of homes
Living areabigger than1,256 ft²19% of homes31% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac28% of homes50% of homes51% of homes
Year builtnewer than196969% of homes53% of homes47% of homes

About 226 Forest Dr

How much is 226 Forest Dr, Goleta, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 226 Forest Dr, Goleta, CA is $999,381 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $925,485 to $1,073,277. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 226 Forest Dr, Goleta, CA last sell?

226 Forest Dr, Goleta, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 226 Forest Dr, Goleta, CA?

226 Forest Dr, Goleta, CA has 3 bedrooms, 1.8 bathrooms, 1,256 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 226 Forest Dr, Goleta, CA built?

226 Forest Dr, Goleta, CA was built in 1969, making it 57 years old.

What schools serve 226 Forest Dr, Goleta, CA?

226 Forest Dr, Goleta, CA is assigned to Brandon Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Dos Pueblos High School (high), rated A-; Goleta Valley Junior High School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Santa Barbara Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 226 Forest Dr, Goleta, CA compare to other homes in Goleta 93117?

Among the 10,029 homes in Goleta 93117, it is worth more than 26% of them ($999,381 against a typical $1,276,325), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($796 against a typical $807), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,256 ft² against a typical 1,506 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 53% of them (1969 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Santa Barbara County, it is worth more than 53% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 226 Forest Dr, Goleta, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 226 Forest Dr, Goleta, CA was $1,414. The county assessed it at $87,559.

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