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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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1526 Marquard
General
- Price: $1,899,999
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SBAOR
- MLS ID: 26-2817
- Updated: 8/25/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Family Room, Dining Room, Free Standing
- Appliances: Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Washer
- Flooring: Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Improvements: Public
Exterior
- Exterior Features: SPA-Outside, Yard Irrigation T/O
Parking
- Attached garage: Yes
- Parking Features: Storage, Attached
- Garage Description: Attached
Location
- Area: 20 - SB/WEST OF STATE
- County: Santa Barbara
- Cross Streets: Calle Poniente
- Driving Directions: Navigation of Choice
School Information
- Elementary School: Monroe
- Middle School: LaCumbre
- High School: San Marcos
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
Utilities
- Water: SB Wtr
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Custom Built, Contemporary
- Construction: Cement Siding
- Exterior Const.: Cement Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Flat
- Windows: Plantation Shutters
- Square Feet: 1,882
- Year Built: 1964
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Workshop, ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit), Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Property View: Mountain(s), Coastline, Ocean, City, Panoramic
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.27
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 11,761.2
- Lot Size: .27
- Lot Features: Mountain, Near Public Transit
- Zoning: R-1
Financial Considerations
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, VA Loan, FHA
Disclosures and Reports
- Reports: Appraisal
- Property ID: 041-031-010
Listed by eXp Realty of California Inc.
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Schools
Schools serving 1526 Marquard
School District:Santa Barbara Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Harding University Partnership 1625 Robbins Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 | PK-6 | 0.5 mi |
La Cumbre Junior High School 2255 Modoc Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 | 7-8 | 0.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1526 Marquard
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/25/2026
Listed
$1,899,999
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1526 Marquard
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,201
—
$1,550,000
1231%
2025
$1,201
2%
$116,444
2%
2024
$1,178
2%
$114,162
2%
2023
$1,155
2%
$111,925
2%
2022
$1,133
3%
$109,731
2%
2021
$1,103
1%
$107,581
1%
2020
$1,091
2%
$106,479
2%
2019
$1,070
2%
$104,392
2%
2018
$1,054
4%
$102,346
2%
2017
$1,017
-6%
$100,340
2%
2016
$1,079
1%
$98,373
2%
2015
$1,067
2%
$96,897
2%
2014
$1,050
—
$94,999
—
2013
$1,045
—
$94,571
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1526 Marquard, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (MLS# 26-2817) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 1526 Marquard is currently listed for $1,899,999 and was received on August 25, 2026. Want to learn more about 1526 Marquard? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in West of State? You can browse all West of State real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

