Discover this exceptional private ranch featuring a custom Craftsman main home and a legal Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) of about 1,200 square feet with a private driveway. Set on 5.58 acres, this property offers a serene retreat and income potential as a Short Term Rental, subject to a Homestay Permit from the County of Santa Barbara. The main home boasts dark walnut wood floors, a cozy living room with a fireplace, and a large kitchen that opens to the family room. Outside, enjoy a charming tree house and a versatile barn with stunning mountain views. Additional amenities include water from a private well and public sources, a backup power generator, high-speed internet, natural gas, air conditioning, RV hookups, and EV car chargers. Come see this remarkable ranch and income property.
Single-familyProperty Type
2002Year Built
5.58 acresLot Size
$905Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Allan Jones•DRE #00984793• Santa Ynez Valley Real Estate
Bought with Cammy Pinoli•DRE #02074002• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Discover this exceptional private ranch featuring a custom Craftsman main home permitted as a short term rental plus a legal Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) of approximately 1,200 square feet with a private driveway. Set on 5.58 acres, this property offers a serene retreat and income as a Short Term Rental with a Homestay Permit from the County of Santa Barbara. The main home boasts dark walnut wood floors, a cozy living room with a fireplace, and a large kitchen that opens to the family room. Outside, enjoy a charming tree house and a versatile barn with stunning mountain views. Additional amenities include water from a private well and public sources, a backup power generator, high-speed internet, natural gas, air conditioning, RV hookups, and EV car chargers. Come see this remarkable ranch and income property.
SBMLS #24-2488
May 12, 2025
Sold
$3,262,500
$906/sq ft
Apr 2, 2025
Contingent
—
Jan 18, 2025
Price Changed
$3,695,000
$1,026/sq ft
Jul 28, 2024
Listed
$3,925,000
$1,090/sq ft
NSBCRMLS #20000997
Jul 29, 2020
Listing Removed
—
May 7, 2020
Listed
$2,279,000
$633/sq ft
SBMLS #20-1631
Jul 29, 2020
Listing Removed
—
May 7, 2020
Listed
$2,279,000
$633/sq ft
NSBCRMLS #1052653
Apr 6, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Mar 10, 2015
Listed
$1,695,000
$471/sq ft
SBMLS #15-919
Apr 15, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Mar 24, 2015
Listed
$1,695,000
$471/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 2, 2001
Sold
$445,000
$124/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$35,987 (+79.5%)
$1,530,000 + $1,797,648
$3,327,648
2025
$20,051 (+2.2%)
$1,530,000 + $1,797,648
$3,327,648
2024
$19,611 (+1.7%)
$728,462 + $1,128,633
$1,857,095
2023
$19,274 (+1.7%)
$714,179 + $1,106,503
$1,820,682
2022
$18,944 (+1.7%)
$700,176 + $1,084,807
$1,784,983
2021
$18,636 (+1.4%)
$686,448 + $1,063,537
$1,749,985
2020
$18,379 (+2.2%)
$672,989 + $1,042,684
$1,715,673
2019
$17,991 (+1.7%)
$666,089 + $1,031,993
$1,698,082
2018
$17,687 (+1.8%)
$653,029 + $1,011,758
$1,664,787
2017
$17,380
$627,672 + $972,471
$1,600,143
Tax history for 1712 N Refugio Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$35,987 (+79.5%)
$1,530,000 + $1,797,648
$3,327,648
2025
$20,051 (+2.2%)
$1,530,000 + $1,797,648
$3,327,648
2024
$19,611 (+1.7%)
$728,462 + $1,128,633
$1,857,095
2023
$19,274 (+1.7%)
$714,179 + $1,106,503
$1,820,682
2022
$18,944 (+1.7%)
$700,176 + $1,084,807
$1,784,983
2021
$18,636 (+1.4%)
$686,448 + $1,063,537
$1,749,985
2020
$18,379 (+2.2%)
$672,989 + $1,042,684
$1,715,673
2019
$17,991 (+1.7%)
$666,089 + $1,031,993
$1,698,082
2018
$17,687 (+1.8%)
$653,029 + $1,011,758
$1,664,787
2017
$17,380
$627,672 + $972,471
$1,600,143
*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
5
Baths
3.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
243,064
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,600
Year built
2002
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
141100092
Parking Spaces
3
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
AG-I-5
Agricultural I Zone
The AG-I zone is applied to areas appropriate for agricultural use within Urban, Inner Rural, and Existing Developed Rural Neighborhood areas, as designated on the Comprehensive Plan maps. The intent is to provide standards that will support agriculture as a viable land use and encourage maximum agricultural productivity.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Agriculture-Other
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Attached, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
Attached Garage: Yes
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
Ground Floor Primary
Ground Floor Bedroom 2
Family Room 2
Dining Information
Nook2
In Living Room
Dining Area
Breakfast Bar
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Appliances: Refrigerator, Built-In Gas Range, Built-In Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Rev Osmosis, Washer, Wtr Softener/Owned
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Raised
Exterior Features: Dog Run, Lawn, Yard Irrigation PRT, Permeable Driveway
Construction Materials: Cement Siding
Roof: Composition
Property Information
Architectural Style: Craftsman
# Of Buildings: 2
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Other Structures: ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit), Barn(s), Second Residence
Property Condition: Good
Levels: Single Story
Lot Information
View: Mountain(s), Partial/Filtered, Panoramic
Lot Features: Level, Cul-De-Sac, Sloped Down, Near Public Transit
Zoning: A-1
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling Available: Yes
Cooling: Central Air
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Utilities Information
Pre-Wired for Electric Vehicle Charging
Water Source: Meter In, Private
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
School Information
Elementary School: Other
Middle Or Junior School: Other
High School: Other
Location Information
Cross Street: Baseline Ave
Directions: On Refugio Rd behind Finley Farms near Baseline Ave.
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,600
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: 3
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 5.58 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2002
Year Renovated: —
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 141100092
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views
Home facts updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
College Elementary School
Public K • Assigned • 1.2mi
Santa Ynez Elementary School
Public 1-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
7/10
Santa Ynez Valley Union High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
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
5/10 Fire Factor
5% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 93° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
6/10 Air Factor
8 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Santa Ynez, CA • 93460
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10 hours in
June and 5.5 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10 hrs
5.5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$3.10M – $3.75M
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