So, what does a million dollars buy? How about a renovated 1br apartment in San Francisco? Or a garage on Malibu beach? Or a really cool diamond? Or, 12 Bitcoin? Or, you could buy a one-of-a-kind generational property that is an inflation proof long term investment to be enjoyed by you, your children, grandchildren, and generations beyond. This prime 140 acres in the center of Dunlap is part of the historical Sands Baker ranch and has been under the same ownership for over 100 years. It consists of 2 contiguous parcels, 20 acres and 120 acres, and is located less than 1/2 mile from the Dunlap School. What makes it so special? For starters, it has over 1/2 mile of Mill Creek running through the center of it. Mill Creek is the major stream in the area and this property has the swimming hole that generations of kids have used. It also has a native trout population. Next, it has amazing terrain with direct access from 2 county roads and unbelievable natural beauty. (Just check the pictures). And, this property has the site of the first Dunlap School, built in the 1880's. The 20 acre parcel has more than 1/2 mile of frontage on Ruth Hill Road and is the location of the original Dunlap School in the late 1800's. This parcel has nearly level terrain with a creek running through the entire length of the property to the north where it joins Mill Creek. This is excellent land that is mostly open with a nice mix of mature oaks and willows.The 20 acres adjoins the 120 acres on the west giving the larger parcel direct access to Ruth Hill Road with an additional access to Dunlap Road on the east. Mill Creek, the major stream in the area, runs from east to west for over mile through the property with 40% of the land north of the stream and 60% of the land on the south side. The south side has active electricity plus a well and pump. The north side has electric service available. The Mill Creek frontage is spectacular with some nice falls and a swimming hole that has been used by generations of kids. All of the property is zoned AE which allows for any type of animal or farming use. I've been selling land here for more than 50 years. I can honestly say that this is the single best property here. You will be impressed when you see it. The original settlers grabbed the best land and held on to it. This property hasn't been available since the 1800's. What will a $ 1,000,000 buy? More than you think. The seller will consider carrying paper with an acceptable down & terms.
Vacant landProperty Type
140 acresLot Size
$6,886Price/Acres
Listed by Lonnie Work•DRE #DRE #00616823• Squaw Valley Realty
Waterfront property with a creek and seasonal creek
Level and elevated terrain with rolling slopes
More than 5 acres (total parcel only)
Home design
Unimproved land
Utilities
Public utilities available
Sale and tax history for 140 Ruth Hill Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
FRESNOMLS #646091
Mar 26, 2026
Listed
$964,000
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
—
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
—
Year built
—
Style
Vacant Land
County
Fresno County
APN
19048011
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Mar 26, 2026.
AE160
Exclusive Agricultural Zone 160 acres
The AE zone is intended to protect agricultural land and provide for those uses which are necessary and an integral part of an agricultural operation. This zone is intended to protect the general welfare of the agricultural community from encroachments of non-related agricultural uses. The AE zone shall be accompanied by an acreage designation which establishes the minimum size of parcels that may be created within the zone, including designations of 160 acres. The AE zone is consistent with the Agriculture, Irrigated Agriculture, and Westside/Eastside Rangeland land use designations of the General Plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Winery & vineyard
Agriculture-Other
Housing-Single unit
Processing
Kennel
Agriculture-Cropland
Climate risks
4/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 11-17% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
9/10 Fire Factor
50% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 99° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
10/10 Air Factor
56 unhealthy days expected this year, 63 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Dunlap, CA • 93621
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
58
42
59
44
65
48
65
48
76
56
86
66
88
68
90
70
84
66
74
56
60
46
59
44
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
80/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.5 hrs
5.1 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 140 Ruth Hill Rd
$864,521
$99K under list price of $964K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $219K to $630K.