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257 Mathilda Dr, Goleta, CA, 93117

4beds
3baths
4,710sqft
$2,195,000
$466price/sqft
$13,443/moest. monthly cost
$537,720/yrincome needed

About This Home

Located in the desirable Ellwood Beach neighborhood of the City of Goleta, this six-unit apartment property offers a highly attractive unit mix of four 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath townhomes--each featuring a private patio--and two 1-bedroom, 1-bath flats. Residents enjoy an exceptional coastal lifestyle, with the Ellwood Beach Preserve, scenic hiking and walking trails, pristine beaches, and bike paths all within walking distance. The property is also conveniently situated near the intersection of Hollister Avenue and Storke Avenue, providing immediate access to five shopping centers offering a wide array of dining, retail, and everyday amenities. See ''more'' Its strategic location near Goleta's prominent Office and Technology Parks and the University of California, Santa Barbara positions the property to attract and sustain a diverse tenant base, including families, young professionals, and students alike. Laundry: Yes, common laundry room Utilities: Separately metered for electricity Inspections: CLA

Getting Around

49
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
85
BikeVery Bikeable

Schools

8/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1970

Materials

  • Foundation: Slab

Type & Style

  • Home type: MultiFamily
  • Property subType: Multi Family

Interior

Appliances

  • Laundry features: Laundry Room

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 3

Interior Area

  • Total interior livable area: 4,710 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 079554007
  • Zoning: Other

Features

  • Stories: 2

Lot

  • Lot size: 6,970 sqft

Parking

  • Total spaces: 5
  • Parking features: Open
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
  • Uncovered spaces: 5

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeRelatively High
  • Drought
    DroughtModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Landslide
    LandslideModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Earthquake
Drought
Inland Flooding
Landslide

FEMA Declared Disasters in Santa Barbara County and California

Earthquake
Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Ice Storm
Severe Storm
Snowstorm
Straight Line Winds
Tornado
Tropical Storm
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $11,099$133,188
Home Insurance *$256$3,072
Property Taxes $1,079$12,948
Electricity $1,009$12,119
Total$13,443$161,316
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$460,902/yr
40% on housing$403,290/yr
45% on housing$358,480/yr

California FAIR Plan Programs

California FAIR Plan Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
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Current Policies
Residential: 417,310Commercial: 13,990
Total Premiums$1.42B
Total Exposure$429.84B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.2%
8.2%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.3%
4.3%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.6%
1.6%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$466This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 93117$840
Santa Barbara County$1,075

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 93117$976
Santa Barbara County$735

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-07-14Listed for sale$2,195,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentCaitlin Hensel
BrokerageHayes Commercial Group

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