A delightful alternative to Hope Ranch living. Imagine a new way of life in an exquisitely renovated home on 5 acres of beautiful land. There's no place like home in this thoughtfully and impeccably re-imagined estate in Vista Del Rey. Nestled in the picturesque Santa Barbara-Goleta Foothills, this unique gated enclave of only eleven estate ranchettes provides a rare opportunity for privacy and seclusion just minutes from dining and shops nearby. You will enjoy all of the beautiful upgrades recently made to this gracious home with today's luxuries and design in mind. There's not a bad seat in the house with something lovely to see everywhere you look. Preparing meals while enjoying the stunning mountain views in this true gourmet kitchen will be a delight. Create life-long memories entertaining friends and family in the magical oak grove, enjoy a stroll through your orchards and savor the bounty from the assortment of 27 recently planted fruit trees. You'll have lots of room to roam and can even have up to four horses on this special @5 acre piece of land. This special place is located in the award winning Mountain View Elementary School attendance area. Come celebrate life at Lemon Drop Ranch.
Single-familyProperty Type
1990Year Built
5 acresLot Size
$1,054Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Dianne and Brianna Johnson•DRE #00947199 / 01943572• Village Properties - 1
Bought with Chase Enright•DRE #01800599• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Live the dream! There's no place like home in this thoughtfully and impeccably re-imagined estate in Vista Del Rey. Nestled in the picturesque Santa Barbara-Goleta Foothills, this unique gated enclave of only eleven estate ranchettes provides a rare opportunity for privacy and seclusion just minutes from dining and shops nearby. You will enjoy all of the beautiful upgrades recently made to this gracious home with today's luxuries and design in mind. There's not a bad seat in the house with something lovely to see everywhere you look. Preparing meals while enjoying the stunning mountain views in this true gourmet kitchen will be a delight. Create life-long precious memories entertaining friends and family in the magical oak grove, enjoy a stroll through your citrus and avocado orchards and savor the bounty from the 27 recently planted fruit trees. You'll have lots of room to roam and can even have up to four horses on this special @5 acre piece of land. This special place is located in the highly rated Mountain View Elementary School attendance area. Come on home to Lemon Drop Ranch.
SBMLS #20-2149
Jul 23, 2020
Sold
$2,730,000
$630/sq ft
Jul 21, 2020
Contingent
—
Jun 12, 2020
Listed
$2,950,000
$681/sq ft
SBMLS #18-3481
Jan 1, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Sep 24, 2018
Listed
$2,850,000
$657/sq ft
SBMLS #18-655
Aug 10, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Feb 22, 2018
Listed
$3,050,000
$704/sq ft
SBMLS #18-527
Aug 10, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Feb 14, 2018
Listed
$3,050,000
$704/sq ft
SBMLS #17-576
Jan 1, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Nov 15, 2017
Price Changed
$3,150,000
$727/sq ft
Sep 29, 2017
Relisted
—
Sep 22, 2017
Contingent
—
May 17, 2017
Price Changed
$3,295,000
$760/sq ft
Feb 21, 2017
Listed
$3,600,000
$830/sq ft
SBMLS #17-575
Jan 1, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Nov 15, 2017
Price Changed
$3,150,000
$727/sq ft
Sep 29, 2017
Relisted
—
Sep 22, 2017
Contingent
—
May 17, 2017
Price Changed
$3,295,000
$760/sq ft
Feb 21, 2017
Listed
$3,600,000
$830/sq ft
SBMLS #17-573
Jan 1, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Nov 15, 2017
Price Changed
$3,150,000
$727/sq ft
Sep 29, 2017
Relisted
—
Sep 22, 2017
Contingent
—
May 17, 2017
Price Changed
$3,295,000
$760/sq ft
Feb 21, 2017
Listed
$3,600,000
$830/sq ft
SBMLS #16-2590
Dec 2, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Aug 3, 2016
Listed
$3,975,000
$917/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$49,382 (+62.2%)
$1,612,620 + $3,304,230
$4,916,850
2024
$30,445 (+1.7%)
$1,581,000 + $3,136,500
$4,717,500
2023
$29,947 (+1.7%)
$1,326,510 + $1,570,587
$2,897,097
2022
$29,435 (+1.7%)
$1,300,500 + $1,539,792
$2,840,292
2021
$28,939 (+117.7%)
$1,275,000 + $1,509,600
$2,784,600
2020
$13,296 (+1.9%)
$1,250,000 + $1,480,000
$2,730,000
2019
$13,045 (+2.0%)
$529,880 + $749,839
$1,279,719
2018
$12,793 (+1.7%)
$519,491 + $735,137
$1,254,628
2017
$12,578
$499,319 + $706,592
$1,205,911
Tax history for 1120 Via Del Rey
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$49,382 (+62.2%)
$1,612,620 + $3,304,230
$4,916,850
2024
$30,445 (+1.7%)
$1,581,000 + $3,136,500
$4,717,500
2023
$29,947 (+1.7%)
$1,326,510 + $1,570,587
$2,897,097
2022
$29,435 (+1.7%)
$1,300,500 + $1,539,792
$2,840,292
2021
$28,939 (+117.7%)
$1,275,000 + $1,509,600
$2,784,600
2020
$13,296 (+1.9%)
$1,250,000 + $1,480,000
$2,730,000
2019
$13,045 (+2.0%)
$529,880 + $749,839
$1,279,719
2018
$12,793 (+1.7%)
$519,491 + $735,137
$1,254,628
2017
$12,578
$499,319 + $706,592
$1,205,911
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
4
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5 Acres
Year renovated
1991
Sq. Ft.
4,335
Year built
1990
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
069010033
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
RR-5
D
Residential Ranchette Zone
The RR zone is applied within Urban, Inner-Rural and Existing Developed Rural Neighborhood areas as designated on the Comprehensive Plan maps where low density residential and agricultural uses are appropriate. This zone is intended to preserve the character of an area and to minimize the services required by providing for low density residential development.
Zone overlays
Design Control Overlay Zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Waste transfer station
Lodging-Full service
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Gar #3, RV, Interior Access
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: No
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Room Information
Sun Room
Primary Bedroom
Office
Library/Study
Great Room
Family Room 2
Dining Information
In Kitchen
Formal
Dining Area
Breakfast Bar
Breakfast Area
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Gas Hookup, Laundry Room
Fireplace Features: Family Room, 2, LR
Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Built-In Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Washer
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Mixed
Exterior Features: Patio Open, Patio Covered, Dog Run, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Wooded, Yard Irrigation PRT, Fenced: PRT
Roof: Tile
Property Information
Architectural Style: Traditional, Estate
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Condition: Excellent
Levels: Two
Lot Information
View: Mountain(s), Setting, Wooded
Zoning: Other
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling Available: Yes
Cooling: Central Air
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Utilities Information
Water Source: AG Water Avail, Goleta Wtr
Sewer: Septic In
Utilities: Underground Util
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
HOA Information
CondoCO-OPPUD Association Fee: CLA
School Information
Elementary School: Mtn View
Middle Or Junior School: Gol Valley
High School: Dos Pueblos
Location Information
Cross Street: Patterson
Directions: Take N Patterson all the way to the end to arrive at the gated entrance to Vista Del Rey.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,335
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1990
Year Renovated: 1991
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 069010033
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Mountain View Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.7mi
10/10
Goleta Valley Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
6/10
Dos Pueblos Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.4mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
6/10 Fire Factor
8% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
10 days above 82° expected this year, 28 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
6/10 Air Factor
10 unhealthy days expected this year, 10 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Goleta, CA • 93117
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.9 hours in
June and 5.7 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$4.34M – $5.26M
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