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$1,956,433$953 / 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 92How 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

879 SERENIDAD PL

GOLETA, CA 93117
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,052 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.
0.23 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.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$2M
$1.8M low$2.1M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,653 (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.$398,732 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$150,865
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$247,867
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$390,914

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.53
74
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
90
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
18
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.133 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.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.0.23
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(8)

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
Goleta Valley Junior High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.3 mi
E
La Patera Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.7 mi
H
Dos Pueblos High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi

District: Goleta Union Elementary 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

879 Serenidad Pl 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 89% of homes in Goleta 93117
  • Costs more per square foot than 82% of homes in Goleta 93117
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Goleta 93117
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Goleta 93117
  • Newer than 70% 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
$627K$2.9M

This home is worth more than 89% 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$1,956,433
CheaperTypical $1,280,505Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$953
CheaperTypical $815Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Living area2,052 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,514 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built1969
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 879 Serenidad Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGoleta NorthGoleta 93117Santa Barbara County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,956,43381% of homes89% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$95371% of homes82% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than2,052 ft²73% of homes79% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac79% of homes86% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than196970% of homes53% of homes47% of homes

About 879 Serenidad Pl

How much is 879 Serenidad Pl, Goleta, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 879 Serenidad Pl, Goleta, CA is $1,956,433 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,804,460 to $2,108,405. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 879 Serenidad Pl, Goleta, CA last sell?

879 Serenidad Pl, Goleta, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 879 Serenidad Pl, Goleta, CA?

879 Serenidad Pl, Goleta, CA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,052 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 879 Serenidad Pl, Goleta, CA built?

879 Serenidad Pl, Goleta, CA was built in 1969, making it 57 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 879 Serenidad Pl, Goleta, CA?

879 Serenidad Pl, Goleta, CA is assigned to Goleta Valley Junior High School (middle), rated B+; La Patera Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Dos Pueblos High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Goleta Union Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 879 Serenidad Pl, Goleta, CA compare to other homes in Goleta 93117?

Among the 10,029 homes in Goleta 93117, it is worth more than 89% of them ($1,956,433 against a typical $1,280,505), its price per square foot is higher than 82% of them ($953 against a typical $815), it is bigger than 79% of them (2,052 ft² against a typical 1,514 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (0.23 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 80% 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 879 Serenidad Pl, Goleta, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 879 Serenidad Pl, Goleta, CA was $4,653. The county assessed it at $398,732.

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