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$932,945$508 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $455,000 on Apr 4, 2003

226 MENLO DR

BUELLTON, CA 93427
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,837 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$933K
$878K low$988K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$455,000 · Apr 4, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,151 (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.$681,888 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$280,675
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$401,213
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$668,519

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.40
45
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
54
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
27
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
36
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
39
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.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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.0.2 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.0.17
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(5)

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.

M
Jonata Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi
E
Oak Valley Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Santa Ynez Valley Union High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.6 mi

District: Santa Ynez Valley Union High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93427These 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.84
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.395

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,752
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.76 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$99,978
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$131,816
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°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 Menlo 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.

  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Santa Barbara County
  • Newer than 78% of homes in Santa Barbara County

What homes are worth in Buellton 93427

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

This home
$486K$2M

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in Buellton 93427.

How it measures up in Buellton 93427

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Buellton 93427.

Estimated value$932,945
CheaperTypical $887,986Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$508
CheaperTypical $543Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area1,837 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,593 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 226 Menlo Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBuellton 93427Santa Barbara County
Estimated valuepricier than$932,94557% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$50837% of homes45% of homes
Living areabigger than1,837 ft²63% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac49% of homes51% of homes
Year builtnewer than198951% of homes78% of homes

About 226 Menlo Dr

How much is 226 Menlo Dr, Buellton, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 226 Menlo Dr, Buellton, CA is $932,945 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $878,125 to $987,765. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 226 Menlo Dr, Buellton, CA last sell?

226 Menlo Dr, Buellton, CA last sold on Apr 4, 2003 for $455,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 226 Menlo Dr, Buellton, CA?

226 Menlo Dr, Buellton, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,837 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 226 Menlo Dr, Buellton, CA built?

226 Menlo Dr, Buellton, CA was built in 1989, making it 37 years old.

What schools serve 226 Menlo Dr, Buellton, CA?

226 Menlo Dr, Buellton, CA is assigned to Jonata Middle School (middle), rated A; Oak Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Santa Ynez Valley Union High School (high), rated A. All sit in Santa Ynez Valley Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 226 Menlo Dr, Buellton, CA compare to other homes in Buellton 93427?

Among the 1,967 homes in Buellton 93427, it is worth more than 57% of them ($932,945 against a typical $887,986), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($508 against a typical $543), it is bigger than 63% of them (1,837 ft² against a typical 1,593 ft²), its lot is bigger than 49% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1989 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Santa Barbara County, it is worth more than 50% 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 Menlo Dr, Buellton, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 226 Menlo Dr, Buellton, CA was $7,151. The county assessed it at $681,888.

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