5278 University Dr
Santa Barbara, CA 93111
4 bd 3 ba 2,559 sqft Built 1968 Lot 8,276 sqft single_family
Most recent sale
$1,900,000
Oct 18, 2022
Location
Timeline: Sale, Listing & Tax History
Recorded events
| Date | Event | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 18, 2022 | Sold | $1,900,000 | Public Record |
| Sep 13, 2022 | Listed | $1,995,000 | MLS #22-3091 |
| Sep 12, 2022 | Listed | $1,995,000 | MLS #22-3080 |
| Mar 12, 2008 | Sold | $1,089,000 | Public Record |
| Apr 14, 1987 | Sold | $235,000 | Public Record |
| Sep 7, 1983 | Sold | $159,000 | Public Record |
Tax assessment history
| Year | Building | Land | Total assessed | Tax paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $232,156 | $84,067 | $316,223 | $3,871 |
| 2024 | $232,156 | $84,067 | $316,223 | $3,808 |
| 2023 | $223,142 | $80,803 | $303,945 | $3,826 |
| 2022 | $729,033 | $618,874 | $1,347,907 | $14,763 |
| 2021 | $714,739 | $606,740 | $1,321,479 | $14,522 |
| 2020 | $709,000 | $551,000 | $1,260,000 | $13,643 |
| 2019 | $675,000 | $525,000 | $1,200,000 | $13,028 |
| 2018 | $679,943 | $577,201 | $1,257,144 | $13,607 |
| 2017 | $617,000 | $523,000 | $1,140,000 | $12,408 |
| 2016 | $588,000 | $498,000 | $1,086,000 | $11,712 |
| 2015 | $560,000 | $474,000 | $1,034,000 | $11,214 |
| 2014 | $549,000 | $465,000 | $1,014,000 | $11,070 |
| 2013 | $499,000 | $423,000 | $922,000 | $10,118 |
| 2012 | $499,000 | $423,000 | $922,000 | $10,062 |
| 2010 | $554,000 | $470,000 | $1,024,000 | $11,078 |
| 2009 | $554,000 | $470,000 | $1,024,000 | $11,078 |
| 2008 | $413,104 | $163,494 | $576,598 | $6,448 |
| 2007 | $405,004 | $160,289 | $565,293 | $6,175 |
Property facts
Year built
1968
Property type
single_family
Stories
2
Beds
4
Baths
3
Living area
2,559 sqft
Lot size
8,276 sqft
ZIP code
93111
City
Santa Barbara
Street
University Dr
Coordinates
34.44568, -119.80725
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Investment analysis
Estimates based on local averages — not personalized adviceEstimated monthly rent
$8,189
Gross rental yield
5.17%
Implied cap rate
3.36%
Trend-extrapolated value
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Frequently asked questions
When did 5278 University Dr last sell?
5278 University Dr most recently sold on Oct 18, 2022 for $1,900,000.
What is the current tax assessment for 5278 University Dr?
The most recent total assessment for 5278 University Dr (year 2025) is $316,223 with $3,871 in property tax.
How does 5278 University Dr's assessment compare to its last sale price?
The current assessment is 83.4% below the last sale price of $1,900,000.
When was 5278 University Dr built?
5278 University Dr was built in 1968.
How does 5278 University Dr compare to others on University Dr?
We track 8 other properties on University Dr. Browse the list under "Other properties on University Dr" to compare beds, baths, and sale history.
What are the property facts for 5278 University Dr?
5278 University Dr is a 4 bed, 3 bath, 2,559 sqft, 8,276 sqft lot single_family.
Is 5278 University Dr a flip candidate?
No — 5278 University Dr does not appear in our flips dataset.
Is 5278 University Dr a tax-appeal candidate?
No — 5278 University Dr is not currently flagged as a tax-appeal candidate.
Forecast for this area
ZIP-area linear projection — not a per-property automated valuationQuarterly trend
+5.4%
Implied 1-yr
+21.7%
2026 Q3
$3.42M
2026 Q4
$3.56M
ZIP 93111 — Median Price History + Forecast
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