Set within the highly regarded Rancho Ynecita community, this exceptional 20‑acre parcel offers a rare blend of natural beauty, privacy and long‑term potential. Gently rolling grasslands unfold toward panoramic vistas of the Los Padres range and the dramatic Coastal Mountain range, creating a setting of remarkable serenity and scale. Ideally positioned between Los Olivos and Santa Ynez, the property enjoys close proximity to the Valley's renowned wineries, dining and amenities while benefiting from the security and stewardship of a respected homeowners association. Rancho Ynecita provides gated access, private association roads and a reliable shared water system an invaluable foundation for future development. With multiple areas suitable for building, the land presents an outstanding opportunity to create a grand residential compound tailored to your vision. A small barn structure adds utility and charm, while the gentle topography invites thoughtful design, equestrian use or agricultural pursuits. Opportunities of this caliber are increasingly scarce. This is a truly special offering twenty acres of usable, view rich land in one of the Santa Ynez Valley's most desirable rural enclaves.
Vacant landProperty Type
20 acresLot Size
$74,750Price/Acres
Listed by Micah Brady•DRE #01219166• Sotheby's International Realty
Listed by Brenda Cloud•DRE #01772551• Sotheby's International Realty
Set within the highly regarded Rancho Ynecita community, this exceptional 20‑acre parcel offers a rare blend of natural beauty, privacy and long‑term potential. Gently rolling grasslands unfold toward panoramic vistas of the Los Padres range and the dramatic Coastal Mountain range, creating a setting of remarkable serenity and scale. Ideally positioned between Los Olivos and Santa Ynez, the property enjoys close proximity to the Valley's renowned wineries, dining and amenities while benefiting from the security and stewardship of a respected homeowners association. Rancho Ynecita provides gated access, private association roads and a reliable shared water system—an invaluable foundation for future development. With multiple areas suitable for building, the land presents an outstanding opportunity to create a grand residential compound tailored to your vision. A small barn structure adds utility and charm, while the gentle topography invites thoughtful design, equestrian use or agricultural pursuits. Opportunities of this caliber are increasingly scarce. This is a truly special offering—twenty acres of usable, view‑rich land in one of the Santa Ynez Valley's most desirable rural enclaves.
SBMLS #26-217
Jun 24, 2026
Price Changed
$1,495,000
Apr 6, 2026
Price Changed
$1,695,000
Jan 21, 2026
Listed
$1,795,000
Public Records
Jun 4, 2004
Sold
$1,080,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$22,695 (+1.5%)
$2,042,347 + $130,672
$2,173,019
2024
$22,359 (+1.5%)
$2,002,301 + $128,110
$2,130,411
2023
$22,024 (+1.8%)
$1,963,041 + $125,599
$2,088,640
2022
$21,643 (+2.0%)
$1,924,550 + $123,137
$2,047,687
2021
$21,220 (+12.6%)
$1,886,814 + $120,723
$2,007,537
2020
$18,846 (+2.0%)
$1,849,818 + $118,356
$1,968,174
2019
$18,480 (+4.4%)
$1,621,000 + $130,000
$1,751,000
2017
$17,700
$1,513,000 + $122,000
$1,635,000
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Santa Barbara County
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Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
AG-I-20
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
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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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 94° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
8 unhealthy days expected this year, 9 days in 30 years
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Redfin Estimate for 2865 N Refugio Rd
$1,374,196
$121K under list price of $1.50M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.2M to $2.8M.