This 5.14 acre property is located in the highly desirable community of Meadowlark Ranch and boasts the best Santa Ynez Valley has to offer. The small community strikes a great balance of privacy and rural surroundings while being only minutes from downtown Santa Ynez. Off Hwy 246, the stunning entry road passes Gainey Vineyard, large agricultural grasslands, grazing cattle and ancient Valley Oaks to the secluded enclave of 5-acre properties. Through the private gates, a Pepper Tree lined driveway leads to a circle drive and the stately entryway of the Mediterranean-style main home. The prominent estate is characterized by flat, usable acreage with a gentle downslope offering panoramic views of the Santa Ynez Mountains.
RanchProperty Type
1987Year Built
5.14 acresLot Size
$654Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Joe Ramos•DRE #02040488• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Bought with Carole Colone•DRE #01223216• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
This 5.14 acre property is located in the highly desirable community of Meadowlark Ranch and boasts the best Santa Ynez Valley has to offer. The small community strikes a great balance of privacy and rural surroundings while being only minutes from downtown Santa Ynez. Off Hwy 246, the stunning entry road passes Gainey Vineyard, large agricultural grasslands, grazing cattle and ancient Valley Oaks to the secluded enclave of 5-acre properties. Through the private gates, a Pepper Tree lined driveway leads to a circle drive and the stately entryway of the Mediterranean-style main home. The prominent estate is characterized by flat, usable acreage with a gentle downslope offering panoramic views of the Santa Ynez Mountains. Inviting and well-appointed, the two-story home includes 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2 living rooms, and 3 bonus rooms. The wood finishes and 6 fireplaces create warm inviting spaces throughout the home. The kitchen includes granite countertops, a large island, pantry, breakfast bar, and wine storage area that extends to a comfortable dining room. The entire west side of the home opens to an impressive covered patio and entertainment area with a large fireplace and BBQ. The pool and hot tub are perfectly positioned to take in the stunning south-facing views. The property includes a fully equipped 1,200± sqft, 2 bedroom, 1 bath secondary residential unit that includes a full kitchen, living room, and laundry room. For those looking to develop the property further there is ample room for a barn, arena, pastures, vineyard, orchard or gardens. Additionally, the estate offers a backup generator and benefits from a mutual water company which supplies water at one of the best rates in the entire Valley.
SBMLS #02-197
Nov 8, 2011
Listing Removed
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Jan 14, 2002
Listed
$1,950,000
$401/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 31, 2003
Sold
$1,425,000
$293/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$35,127 (+1.9%)
$1,560,600 + $1,747,872
$3,308,472
2024
$34,488 (+48.6%)
$1,530,000 + $1,713,600
$3,243,600
2023
$23,215 (+1.7%)
$1,500,000 + $1,680,000
$3,180,000
2022
$22,821 (+1.6%)
$974,462 + $1,168,459
$2,142,921
2021
$22,461 (+9.3%)
$955,355 + $1,145,549
$2,100,904
2020
$20,554 (+2.1%)
$936,623 + $1,123,088
$2,059,711
2019
$20,126 (+4.8%)
$544,000 + $1,365,000
$1,909,000
2018
$19,209 (−0.2%)
$509,000 + $1,274,000
$1,783,000
2017
$19,253 (+19.4%)
$509,000 + $1,274,000
$1,783,000
2014
$16,131
$440,000 + $1,100,000
$1,540,000
Tax history for 345 Meadowlark Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$35,127 (+1.9%)
$1,560,600 + $1,747,872
$3,308,472
2024
$34,488 (+48.6%)
$1,530,000 + $1,713,600
$3,243,600
2023
$23,215 (+1.7%)
$1,500,000 + $1,680,000
$3,180,000
2022
$22,821 (+1.6%)
$974,462 + $1,168,459
$2,142,921
2021
$22,461 (+9.3%)
$955,355 + $1,145,549
$2,100,904
2020
$20,554 (+2.1%)
$936,623 + $1,123,088
$2,059,711
2019
$20,126 (+4.8%)
$544,000 + $1,365,000
$1,909,000
2018
$19,209 (−0.2%)
$509,000 + $1,274,000
$1,783,000
2017
$19,253 (+19.4%)
$509,000 + $1,274,000
$1,783,000
2014
$16,131
$440,000 + $1,100,000
$1,540,000
*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
5.14 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,862
Year built
1987
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
141300045
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 #3
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: No
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Laundry Room, In Unit
Fireplace Features: 2+
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Marble, Tile
ADU 1 Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bathrooms: 1
Year Built: 1987
ADU Type: ADU
Attached: No
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Raised
Exterior Features: Pool, Patio Covered, Hot Tub, Lawn, Fenced: ALL
Construction Materials: Stucco
Roof: Other
Property Information
Architectural Style: Medit
# Of Buildings: 2
Property Sub Type: Ranch/Farm
Other Structures: ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit)
Property Condition: Good
Lot Information
View: Panoramic
Zoning: Other, A-1
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling Available: Yes
Cooling: Central Air
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Utilities Information
Sewer: Septic In
Location
HOA Information
Association: Yes
Association FeeInc ludes: Comm Area Maint
CondoCO-OPPUD Association Fee: $771
School Information
Elementary School: Other
Middle Or Junior School: Other
High School: Other
Location Information
Cross Street: Hwy 246
Directions: Hwy 246 to Meadowlark Ranch (Meadowlark Rd) to property
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,862
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5.14 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: —
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 141300045
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
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Schools
Santa Ynez Elementary School
Public 1-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
7/10
Santa Ynez Valley Union High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
6% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 94° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
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Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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