Newly updated large estate home on one acre in rural Solvang neighborhood. Almost 5000 sq ft with large main bdrm plus office (with private entry) & bath on ground floor, additional 3 bdrms and bath on second level. New porcelain kitchen & laundry counters, stainless appliances, Lots of volume with 15 ft ceilings, huge amount of storage space. 3 car garage and large storage/garden shed. Newly constructed Pool/spa in back yard, greenbelt walking trails, and community tennis court.Ballard School District. Current 3 year Tenant to vacant July 31.
Amenities
In-unit amenities
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Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Patio
Community amenities
Extra Storage
Unique amenities
Garage
Pool
Private Yard
Tennis Courts
Listed by Marilyn Elam• Elam, Crystal & Associates
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Property details
Interior
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Property Information
Building Sq. Ft: 4,829
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 44,431
Legal Lot Number: 2
Municipality Name: BALLARD COUNTY
Acres: 1.02
Zoning Code: 1-E-1
County Use Description: SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Tax Area: BALLARD COUNTY
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,829
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.02 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2001
Year Renovated: 2001
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 137690002
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Sale and tax history for 945 Old Ranch Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
SBMLS #26-1799
Jun 21, 2026
Rental Removed
$10,000
$2/sq ft
Jun 1, 2026
Listed for Rent
$10,000
$2/sq ft
NSBCRMLS #21001897
Oct 15, 2021
Sold
$1,650,000
$342/sq ft
Sep 2, 2021
Pending
—
Aug 9, 2021
Listed
—
Aug 9, 2021
Listed
$1,695,000
$351/sq ft
+31
Stunning Ballard School home of approximately 4800 sq ft featuring 15 foot ceilings, 4 spacious bedrooms, an office with separate entry, and 3 full bathrooms. Beautiful master suite is located on the lower level has new wood flooring, spa bath with soaking tub, double vanities, abundant storage, and a walk in closet to be envious of. Main rooms have stone and wood floors, two fireplaces, large kitchen with high end appliances, prep island with sink, & wine storage. Lush grounds & stone walls, fully fenced for pets in the backyard. Oversized 3 car garage, air conditioning, shed & picket fenced dog run. Very comfortable living on one acre and behind the neighborhood gates of Brierwood Ranch, giving you access to the communities private tennis court and greenbelt space. Don't miss this!
SBMLS #18-3004
May 14, 2019
Listing Removed
—
May 1, 2019
Relisted
—
May 1, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Feb 10, 2019
Relisted
—
Feb 10, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Aug 15, 2018
Listed
$1,299,000
$269/sq ft
NSBCRMLS #18002419
May 14, 2019
Listing Removed
—
May 1, 2019
Relisted
—
May 1, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Feb 11, 2019
Relisted
—
Feb 10, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Aug 14, 2018
Listed
$1,299,000
$269/sq ft
NSBCRMLS #201020
Apr 6, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Oct 3, 2013
Listed
$1,295,000
$268/sq ft
NSBCRMLS #189752
Apr 6, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Sep 6, 2012
Listed
$1,295,000
$268/sq ft
NSBCRMLS #1056853
Mar 23, 2016
Sold
$1,195,000
$247/sq ft
Jul 1, 2015
Listed
$1,199,000
$248/sq ft
NSBCRMLS #163769
Sep 6, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Mar 15, 2010
Listed
$1,295,000
$268/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,547 (+1.9%)
$541,216 + $1,366,835
$1,908,051
2024
$19,185 (+1.8%)
$530,604 + $1,340,035
$1,870,639
2023
$18,853 (+8.6%)
$520,200 + $1,313,760
$1,833,960
2022
$17,360 (+25.7%)
$510,000 + $1,288,000
$1,798,000
2021
$13,808 (+1.3%)
$500,000 + $1,150,000
$1,650,000
2020
$13,631 (+2.0%)
$546,822 + $760,082
$1,306,904
2019
$13,359 (+1.7%)
$541,216 + $752,289
$1,293,505
2018
$13,136 (+1.7%)
$530,604 + $737,539
$1,268,143
2017
$12,915 (−13.8%)
$510,000 + $708,900
$1,218,900
2016
$14,984 (+3.4%)
$510,000 + $708,900
$1,218,900
2015
$14,493 (+2.0%)
$467,972 + $967,147
$1,435,119
2014
$14,209 (+1.0%)
$451,914 + $933,960
$1,385,874
2013
$14,074 (+2.0%)
$451,914 + $933,960
$1,385,874
2012
$13,796 (+2.0%)
$449,872 + $929,739
$1,379,611
2011
$13,525 (−1.4%)
$441,051 + $911,509
$1,352,560
2009
$13,716 (+2.0%)
$429,172 + $886,959
$1,316,131
2008
$13,447
$421,757 + $871,635
$1,293,392
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
9/10
Ballard Elementary School
Public, K-6 • Assigned • 2.1mi
9/10
Los Olivos Elementary School
Public, K-8 • Assigned • 3.8mi
9/10
Santa Ynez Valley Union High School
Public, 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
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Public facts and zoning for 945 Old Ranch Rd
Beds
4
Baths
3
Sq. Ft.
4,829
Stories
—
Lot Size
1.02 Acres
Style
Single Family Residential
Year Built
2001
Year Renovated
2001
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
137690002
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026.
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Climate risks
8/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
3% 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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