This stunning 5+/- estate sits on a hilltop overlooking the spectacular panorama of the Santa Ynez Mountains. The relaxed California interior style is combined with extensive outdoor living making it is an entertainer's paradise complete with a pool, spa, outdoor fireplace and BBQ area, and a second outdoor kitchen and dining area off the back of the house. The home's interior is inviting and warm and features Saltillo tile and wood floors, two stone fireplaces, beamed ceilings, and large picture windows with spectacular views of the valley. The main residence has 3 bedrooms, each with its own patio, 2.5 baths, a large office with French doors to the pool area, and an open well-laid out floor plan. There is a detached studio, pool bath, and down the hill behind the house is a large... ...2,000+sf metal storage barn. The parcel is set far off the road and has ample acreage for horses, hobbies, orchard, or your own private boutique vineyard. There are plans and an electrical meter for a 2nd residence which would have equally breathtaking views! The property is served by a private well and has 2 water meters with the SY Water District for both the main house and future 2nd residence. All of this and only minutes to Los Olivos or Santa Ynez, and 35 minutes to Santa Barbara. Live the California dream with room to roam and space to breathe!
Single-familyProperty Type
2002Year Built
5.05 acresLot Size
$1,349Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Carey Kendall, Broker Associate Kendall•DRE #00753349• Village Properties
This stunning 5+/- estate sits on a hilltop overlooking the spectacular panorama of the Santa Ynez Mountains. The relaxed California interior style is combined with extensive outdoor living making it is an entertainer's paradise complete with a pool, spa, outdoor fireplace and BBQ area, and a second outdoor kitchen and dining area off the back of the house. The home's interior is inviting and warm and features Saltillo tile and wood floors, two stone fireplaces, beamed ceilings, and large picture windows with spectacular views of the valley. The main residence has 3 bedrooms, each with its own patio, 2.5 baths, a large office with French doors to the pool area, and an open well-laid out floor plan. There is a detached studio, pool bath, and down the hill behind the house is a large... ... 2,000+sf metal storage barn. The parcel is set far off the road and has ample acreage for horses, hobbies, orchard, or your own private boutique vineyard. There are plans and an electrical meter for a 2nd residence which would have equally breathtaking views! The property is served by a private well and has 2 water meters with the SY Water District for both the main house and future 2nd residence. All of this and only minutes to Los Olivos or Santa Ynez, and 35 minutes to Santa Barbara. Live the California dream with room to roam and space to breathe!
NSBCRMLS #188100
Jul 25, 2014
Sold
$1,325,000
$392/sq ft
Jul 9, 2012
Listed
$1,181,400
$350/sq ft
SBMLS #12-2199
Aug 1, 2014
Sold
$1,325,000
$392/sq ft
Apr 2, 2014
Relisted
—
Apr 2, 2014
Price Changed
$1,181,400
$350/sq ft
Apr 2, 2014
Contingent
—
Mar 10, 2014
Price Changed
$1,430,800
$424/sq ft
Feb 25, 2014
Contingent
—
Feb 20, 2014
Price Changed
$1,495,000
$443/sq ft
Jan 31, 2014
Price Changed
$1,550,000
$459/sq ft
Aug 5, 2013
Price Changed
$1,595,000
$472/sq ft
Jul 9, 2012
Listed
$1,675,000
$496/sq ft
+14
Beautiful custom home with high quality amenities. Over 3600 sq feet with incredible valley views from both sides of the knoll. Large formal living room with vaulted ceilings and fireplace, spacious guest bedrooms and a master suite to live in! There is plenty of acreage for hobbies and a large metal barn.
CRMLS #1
May 21, 2014
Price Changed
$1,181,400
$350/sq ft
NSBCRMLS #201457
Apr 2, 2003
Sold
$600,000
$178/sq ft
Aug 8, 2002
Listed
$635,000
$188/sq ft
SBMLS #03-46
Feb 3, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Jan 6, 2003
Listed
$635,000
$188/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 30, 1999
Sold
$735,000
$218/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$36,249 (+3.0%)
$1,140,800 + $2,290,966
$3,431,766
2024
$35,176 (+1.8%)
$1,118,432 + $2,246,046
$3,364,478
2023
$34,568 (+1.8%)
$1,061,208 + $2,202,006
$3,263,214
2022
$33,974 (+1.7%)
$1,040,400 + $2,158,830
$3,199,230
2021
$33,407 (+96.6%)
$1,020,000 + $2,116,500
$3,136,500
2020
$16,992 (+2.2%)
$1,000,000 + $2,075,000
$3,075,000
2019
$16,633 (+1.6%)
$801,728 + $751,780
$1,553,508
2018
$16,364 (+1.7%)
$770,597 + $722,589
$1,493,186
2017
$16,083 (+79.8%)
$755,488 + $708,421
$1,463,909
2014
$8,947
$282,099 + $574,862
$856,961
Tax history for 1715 N Refugio Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$36,249 (+3.0%)
$1,140,800 + $2,290,966
$3,431,766
2024
$35,176 (+1.8%)
$1,118,432 + $2,246,046
$3,364,478
2023
$34,568 (+1.8%)
$1,061,208 + $2,202,006
$3,263,214
2022
$33,974 (+1.7%)
$1,040,400 + $2,158,830
$3,199,230
2021
$33,407 (+96.6%)
$1,020,000 + $2,116,500
$3,136,500
2020
$16,992 (+2.2%)
$1,000,000 + $2,075,000
$3,075,000
2019
$16,633 (+1.6%)
$801,728 + $751,780
$1,553,508
2018
$16,364 (+1.7%)
$770,597 + $722,589
$1,493,186
2017
$16,083 (+79.8%)
$755,488 + $708,421
$1,463,909
2014
$8,947
$282,099 + $574,862
$856,961
*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
3
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5.05 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,377
Year built
1962
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
141100095
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 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
Parking Features: Gar #2, Other
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: No
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Room Information
Office
Ground Floor Primary
Ground Floor Bedroom 2
Family Room 2
Art Studio 2
Dining Information
Dining Area
Breakfast Bar
Breakfast Area
Interior Features
Fireplace Features: Family Room, 2, LR, Patio
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Slab
Exterior Features: Pool, Pool House, Patio Open, Patio Covered, SPA-Outside, Fruit Trees, Fenced: PRT, Drought Tolerant LND
Construction Materials: Stucco
Roof: Tile
Property Information
Architectural Style: Medit, Ranch, Estate
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Other Structures: Other, Barn(s), Work Shop
Levels: Single Story
Lot Information
View: Mountain(s), Setting, Panoramic
Lot Features: Level
Zoning: Other
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling Available: Yes
Cooling: Central Air
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Utilities Information
Water Source: Meter In, Private
Sewer: Septic In
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Other
Middle Or Junior School: Other
High School: Other
Location Information
Cross Street: Baseline Avenue
Directions: Enter off Refugio up long driveway. Gate is halfway up road on your right. Parcel sits behind parcel fronting Refugio.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,377
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5.05 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1962
Year Renovated: —
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 141100095
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
College Elementary School
Public K • Assigned • 1.3mi
Santa Ynez Elementary School
Public 1-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
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 91° expected this year, 17 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
$4.33M – $5.24M
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