3.5 Acre Ranchette in the Ballard School District. 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath. Room for 7 horses. Pool, Barn, in a park like setting. Magnificent Oak Trees. Adjacent to Buttonwood Vineyard and horse ranches. Trail behind the property for horses or hiking.
RanchProperty Type
1970Year Built
4 car garageParking
Listed by Rodney Smeester•DRE #01925202• Engel & Volkers Santa Ynez
Listed by Kris Johnston• Engel & Volkers Santa Ynez
Bought with Glynnis Mullenary•DRE #01748187• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Paradise on Dove Meadow. Ballard School District.Smaller home with plenty of room to expand either up or out. Park like setting on over 3.5 view acres. This property backs up to Buttonwood Vineyard and seems like 100 acres. Large Barn for cars or horses, with and office, and trail system for riding or hiking. Many exterior building for Pool Cabanas, Art Studios, and playhouses for children. Mature landscaping that includes many large oaks. Multi level pond. The views of the valley are incredible. Gated and private. New Roof, New Advantix Septic, New floors, New pool equipment, New fencing, New flooring and Tile, new Paint,..new new new.....
Public Records
Sep 23, 2013
Sold
$900,500
SBMLS #13-2000
Sep 24, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Sep 23, 2013
Sold
$929,000
Jun 21, 2013
Listed
$929,000
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Magical 3.5+ useable acres with lush landscaping, views and privacy in sought after Ballard School District. 3 bedroom 3 bath Spanish home features open kitchen/family room and formal dining room both opening to covered patio, pool and play area. Amazing barn with upstairs office and stunning views. Don't miss this incredible opportunity! Call JIm at 805.331.1465 for showings.
NSBCRMLS #197664
Sep 23, 2013
Sold
$929,000
Jun 18, 2013
Listed
$929,000
Public Records
Aug 6, 1992
Sold
$535,000
Public Records
Dec 16, 1988
Sold
$495,000
Public Records
Mar 8, 1985
Sold
$350,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,135 (+1.9%)
$735,528 + $735,528
$1,471,056
2024
$14,860 (+1.7%)
$721,106 + $721,106
$1,442,212
2023
$14,609 (+1.7%)
$706,967 + $706,967
$1,413,934
2022
$14,363 (+1.5%)
$693,105 + $693,105
$1,386,210
2021
$14,144 (+1.3%)
$679,515 + $679,515
$1,359,030
2020
$13,961 (+2.0%)
$666,192 + $666,192
$1,332,384
2019
$13,682 (+1.7%)
$659,362 + $659,362
$1,318,724
2018
$13,459 (+1.7%)
$646,434 + $646,434
$1,292,868
2017
$13,234 (+38.9%)
$621,333 + $621,333
$1,242,666
2014
$9,528
$500,000 + $429,000
$929,000
Tax history for 1365 Dove Meadow Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,135 (+1.9%)
$735,528 + $735,528
$1,471,056
2024
$14,860 (+1.7%)
$721,106 + $721,106
$1,442,212
2023
$14,609 (+1.7%)
$706,967 + $706,967
$1,413,934
2022
$14,363 (+1.5%)
$693,105 + $693,105
$1,386,210
2021
$14,144 (+1.3%)
$679,515 + $679,515
$1,359,030
2020
$13,961 (+2.0%)
$666,192 + $666,192
$1,332,384
2019
$13,682 (+1.7%)
$659,362 + $659,362
$1,318,724
2018
$13,459 (+1.7%)
$646,434 + $646,434
$1,292,868
2017
$13,234 (+38.9%)
$621,333 + $621,333
$1,242,666
2014
$9,528
$500,000 + $429,000
$929,000
*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
3
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.57 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,236
Year built
1974
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
137450016
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 #4, Attached
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: Yes
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Room Information
Library/Study
Ground Floor Primary
Ground Floor Bedroom 2
Family Room 2
Art Studio 2
Dining Information
Formal
Dining Area
Breakfast Area
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Gas Hookup, Common Area, In Garage
Fireplace Features: LR
Appliances: Dishwasher
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Slab
Exterior Features: Pool, Deck, Patio Open, Patio Covered, Horse Facility, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation PRT
Construction Materials: Stucco
Property Information
Architectural Style: Ranch, Spanish
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Ranch/Farm
Occupant Type Allowed: Occ All Ages
Other Structures: Shed(s), Barn(s), Stable(s), Work Shop
Property Condition: Excellent
Levels: Entry Lvl(No Stairs), Single Story
Lot Information
View: Mountain(s), Setting, Green Belt, Partial/Filtered, Panoramic
Lot Features: Level, Sloped Up, Rural
Zoning: R-1
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Utilities Information
Sewer: Other
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
School Information
Elementary School: Other
Middle Or Junior School: Other
High School: Other
Location Information
Cross Street: Quail Valley
Directions: 246-Quail Valley to Dove Meadow.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,236
Stories: —
Lot Size: 3.57 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1974
Year Renovated: —
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 137450016
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
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Schools
Ballard Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.3mi
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Los Olivos Elementary School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 3.0mi
9/10
Santa Ynez Valley Union High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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4% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 91° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
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