
1526 Marquard Terrace, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
1526 Marquard Terrace, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Property Description
Welcome to this distinctive Santa Barbara hillside home, where mountain and ocean views meet a peaceful, private setting surrounded by nature. Ideally located on Marquard Terrace in Alta Mesa, this quiet street leads toward Elings Park and is just minutes from downtown Santa Barbara. Full of warmth and character, the home features Saltillo tile flooring with beautiful Talavera tile accents throughout. At the heart of the main level, a striking two-way fireplace crafted with boulders from Mission Creek creates a dramatic focal point while connecting the living and dining spaces. The kitchen features granite countertops, LG stainless steel appliances, sandalwood cabinetry, and convenient access to the newly redesigned laundry room, complete with new GE washer and dryer. The home offers three bedrooms, including a primary suite on the upper level with hillside views, a custom walk-in closet, and plantation shutters. The en-suite bath features a double vanity, Silestone countertop, sandalwood cabinetry, and walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms provide comfortable and versatile living space, with walk in closets Adding even more functionality, the former laundry room has been transformed into a flexible workshop and storage area, offering valuable bonus space for hobbies, projects, tools, or additional household storage. Outside, enjoy the relaxed Santa Barbara lifestyle with a Saltillo tile and stucco outdoor bar and built-in barbecue--an inviting setting for entertaining or simply unwinding while surrounded by the beauty of the hillside. With its unique architectural details, flexible spaces, scenic setting, and convenient Alta Mesa location, this home offers a wonderful opportunity to experience the character and lifestyle that make Santa Barbara so special. Additional highlights include a permitted detached office, HVAC system, whole-property irrigation, roof with transferable warranty, and potential space for an ADU. Pavers and flagstone complement much of the exterior, while the expansive front driveway, artificial turf lawn, and mature landscaping complete this truly unique property. A one-of-a-kind Alta Mesa retreat combining privacy, character, views, and exceptional outdoor living--ready for its next chapter.
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Comparative Market Analysis
Luxury Tier · 5 active · 5 closed
Santa Barbara · Single Family Residence
Listed 41.6% below the median closed sale of $2,995,000. Price per sqft ($939) is a 39% discount to closed comps ($1,534). Expect a longer timeline — comps averaged 125 days on market. Luxury tier — fewer comparable sales widen the confidence range.
Price Position
Priced below the market — value advantage over the field.
Active Properties (5)
Active Comparables
| Address | City | Year | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP/SqFt | LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 395 Loma Media Road | Santa Barbara | 1963 | 3 | 2 | 1,946 | 9,583 | $1,539 | $3.00M | 24 | 83 |
| 645 Micheltorena Street | Santa Barbara | 1916 | 3 | 4 | 2,179 | 11,326 | $1,367 | $2.98M | 32 | 80 |
| 1410 La Cima Road | Santa Barbara | 1971 | 4 | 3 | 2,277 | 7,405 | $1,624 | $3.70M | 30 | 74 |
| 2919 Kenmore Place | Santa Barbara | 1977 | 4 | 4 | 2,092 | 6,534 | $1,195 | $2.50M | 219 | 71 |
| 1428 Manitou Road | Santa Barbara | 1964 | 3 | 2 | 1,971 | 10,890 | $1,573 | $3.10M | 43 | 71 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 3.4 | 3.0 | 2,093 | 9,147.6 | $1,459.6 | $3.05M | 69.6 | |||
| Median | 2,092 | $3.00M | ||||||||
Closed Properties (5)
Closed Comparables
| Address | City | Year | Date | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP | SP | SP/SqFt | SP/LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 624 Las Alturas Road | Santa Barbara | 1978 | 06/09/2026 | 3 | 2 | 2,406 | 13,939 | $3.15M | $3.21M | $1,332 | 1.02 | 54 | 84 |
| Santa Barbara | 1970 | 07/10/2026 | 3 | 3 | 2,202 | 14,810 | $3.19M | $3.00M | $1,360 | 0.94 | 135 | 79 | |
| 102 Milpas Street | Santa Barbara | 1924 | 08/25/2026 | 3 | 1 | 1,468 | 5,227 | $1.30M | $1.30M | $886 | 1.00 | 89 | 74 |
| 1022 Garcia Road | Santa Barbara | 2001 | 05/08/2026 | 3 | 3 | 1,963 | 26,572 | $4.89M | $4.79M | $2,440 | 0.98 | 121 | 72 |
| 1322 Cota Street | Santa Barbara | 1941 | 09/18/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,606 | 6,098 | $2.68M | $2.65M | $1,650 | 0.99 | 227 | 72 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 3.0 | 2.2 | 1,929 | 13,329.2 | $2.99M | $2.99M | $1,533.6 | — | 125.2 | ||||
| Median | 1,963 | $3.00M | $3.00M | ||||||||||
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This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.