Listed by Lindsey Harn•DRE #01868098• Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Contact: 805-476-0104
For sale
$1,750,000
Est. $12,202/mo
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38.58
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6175 Balm Ridge Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
About this home
Perched at the very top of the highly sought-after Baron Canyon Ranch enclave, this extraordinary 38.58-acre raw land parcel offers a rare opportunity to own one of the largest and most private homesites in all of San Luis Obispo County. Tucked within a gated community, this property delivers the best of exclusivity, proximity, in a stunning natural setting. Set at the end of Baron Canyon Ranch Road and Balm Ridge Road, the land enjoys unmatched seclusion, with no through traffic and a true sense of end-of-the-road privacy. Unlike neighboring parcels—typically just 1 to 3 acres—this expansive holding stands apart as a legacy-sized estate opportunity, offering scale, flexibility, and long-term value that is increasingly hard to find along the Central Coast. From its elevated hillside vantage point, the property unfolds into sweeping, unobstructed panoramic views stretching from rolling coastal hills to the distant Pacific Ocean. Sunrises and sunsets here are nothing short of cinematic, with golden light washing across the canyon ridgelines and coastal horizon. It is, quite literally, a front-row seat to some of California’s most breathtaking natural scenery. Despite its serene and secluded setting, the property is located approximately 3 miles from the San Luis Bay Drive freeway exit, providing quick access to San Luis Obispo, Avila Beach, and the broader South County region. It’s a location that masterfully balances privacy with practicality—close enough for everyday access, yet far enough to feel like a private retreat from the world. The possibilities here are as vast as the land itself. Whether envisioned as a private estate, luxury retreat, or long-term land bank investment, this parcel offers a blank canvas of exceptional scale and natural beauty. Private tours can be arranged for qualified buyers seeking to experience the land’s presence, elevation, and views firsthand. Opportunities of this magnitude—large acreage, gated access, panoramic ocean views, and proximity to town—are exceptionally rare in San Luis Obispo County. This is more than land. It’s a foundation for something extraordinary.
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Last updated by owner on Apr 12, 2023.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
4% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
0 hot days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
6/10 Air Factor
11 unhealthy days expected this year, 11 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
San Luis Obispo, CA • 93401
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This home receives average direct sun exposure in San Luis Obispo. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 6175 Balm Ridge Way
$1,578,983
$171K under list price of $1.75M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $930K to $1.9M.