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$1,697,987$1,415 / 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 91How 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 $1,525,000 on Dec 20, 2023

4898 MALIBU DR

CARPINTERIA, CA 93013
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,200 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.7M
$1.6M low$1.8M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,525,000 · Dec 20, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$17,282 (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.$1,586,610 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$936,360
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$650,250
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,555,500

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.58
87
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
68
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
30
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
41
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
66
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.60 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.0.18
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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
Canalino Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
H
Carpinteria High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
M
Carpinteria Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi

District: Carpinteria Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93013These 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.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.586

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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,654
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.219 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$116,277
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$176,727
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.23 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

4898 Malibu 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 more than 75% of homes in Santa Barbara County
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Santa Barbara County
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Santa Barbara County
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Carpinteria 93013
  • Older than 81% of homes in Carpinteria 93013

What homes are worth in Carpinteria 93013

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

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$458K$10M

This home is worth more than 63% of homes in Carpinteria 93013.

How it measures up in Carpinteria 93013

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Carpinteria 93013.

Estimated value$1,697,987
CheaperTypical $1,475,319Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1415
CheaperTypical $1011Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Living area1,200 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,352 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 4898 Malibu Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCarpinteria 93013Santa Barbara County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,697,98763% of homes75% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$141583% of homes91% of homes
Living areabigger than1,200 ft²36% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac72% of homes61% of homes
Year builtnewer than195819% of homes21% of homes

About 4898 Malibu Dr

How much is 4898 Malibu Dr, Carpinteria, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4898 Malibu Dr, Carpinteria, CA is $1,697,987 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,551,929 to $1,844,045. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4898 Malibu Dr, Carpinteria, CA last sell?

4898 Malibu Dr, Carpinteria, CA last sold on Dec 20, 2023 for $1,525,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 4898 Malibu Dr, Carpinteria, CA?

4898 Malibu Dr, Carpinteria, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,200 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 4898 Malibu Dr, Carpinteria, CA built?

4898 Malibu Dr, Carpinteria, CA was built in 1958, making it 68 years old.

What schools serve 4898 Malibu Dr, Carpinteria, CA?

4898 Malibu Dr, Carpinteria, CA is assigned to Canalino Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Carpinteria High School (high), rated C+; Carpinteria Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Carpinteria Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4898 Malibu Dr, Carpinteria, CA compare to other homes in Carpinteria 93013?

Among the 5,595 homes in Carpinteria 93013, it is worth more than 63% of them ($1,697,987 against a typical $1,475,319), its price per square foot is higher than 83% of them ($1415 against a typical $1011), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,200 ft² against a typical 1,352 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1958 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Santa Barbara County, it is worth more than 75% 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 4898 Malibu Dr, Carpinteria, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4898 Malibu Dr, Carpinteria, CA was $17,282. The county assessed it at $1,586,610.

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