Dream Green Home in upscale Brierwood Estates. Custom designed and built. 3 BDR, 3.1 Baths on over an acre. Very private. Hillside behind the home would be perfect location for a vineyard. New BBq and Jacuzzi. Never pay an electric bill again ( leased Solar Panels comes with a 20 year maintenance program). Home has a built in rain catching system that drains into a 1200 gallon holding tank to re-use all retained water for irrigation. All landscaping is drought resistance on a drip system. Stone and tile floors throughout for high performance heat and cooling. Stone pillars and fireplaces are built with French imported limestone. One of the few lots where horses are allowed. The neighboring lot could be purchased and built to suit. Ballard School Dist. See Virtual Tour under photos.
Single-familyProperty Type
2014Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$781Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Kris Johnston• Engel & Volkers Santa Ynez
Bought with Marilyn Elam•DRE #00541420• Elam, Crystal & Associates
Dream Green Home in upscale Brierwood Estates. Custom designed and built 3 BDR, 3.1 Baths on over an acre. Very private. Hillside behind the home would be perfect location for a vineyard. New BBq and Jacuzzi. Never pay an electric bill again ( leased Solar Panels comes with a 20 year maintenance program). Home has a built in rain catching system that drains into a 1200 gallon holding tank to re-use all retained water for irrigation. All landscaping is drought resistance on a drip system. Stone and tile floors throughout for high performance heat and cooling. Stone pillars and fireplaces are built with French imported limestone. One of the few lots where horses are allowed. The neighboring lot could be purchased and built to suit. Ballard School Dist. Be sure to view the virtual tour.
NSBCRMLS #1064503
Apr 11, 2017
Listing Removed
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Mar 13, 2016
Listed
$1,795,000
$518/sq ft
NSBCRMLS #1052524
Apr 11, 2017
Listing Removed
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Mar 7, 2015
Listed
$1,595,000
$460/sq ft
NSBCRMLS #204950
Apr 6, 2017
Listing Removed
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Jul 10, 2006
Listed
$609,000
$176/sq ft
SBMLS #16-802
Dec 31, 2016
Listing Removed
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Mar 13, 2016
Listed
$1,795,000
$518/sq ft
SBMLS #15-741
Jun 2, 2015
Listing Removed
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Mar 7, 2015
Listed
$1,595,000
$460/sq ft
NSBCRMLS #177418
Feb 6, 2012
Sold
$200,000
$58/sq ft
Jun 9, 2011
Listed
$269,900
$78/sq ft
SBMLS #07-2303
Aug 24, 2011
Listing Removed
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May 23, 2007
Listed
$699,000
$202/sq ft
SBMLS #07-2302
Aug 24, 2011
Listing Removed
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May 23, 2007
Listed
$599,000
$173/sq ft
Public Records
May 11, 2011
Sold
$732,000
$211/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,499 (+3.3%)
$696,349 + $1,010,066
$1,706,415
2024
$16,946 (+3.3%)
$682,696 + $990,261
$1,672,957
2023
$16,399 (+3.7%)
$669,310 + $948,413
$1,617,723
2022
$15,815 (+1.1%)
$656,187 + $904,915
$1,561,102
2021
$15,639 (+1.3%)
$643,321 + $857,760
$1,501,081
2020
$15,438 (+2.0%)
$630,707 + $840,942
$1,471,649
2019
$15,132 (+1.7%)
$624,240 + $832,320
$1,456,560
2018
$14,882 (+19.6%)
$612,000 + $816,000
$1,428,000
2017
$12,447 (+3.5%)
$216,451 + $968,243
$1,184,694
2016
$12,031 (+2.6%)
$216,451 + $968,243
$1,184,694
2015
$11,730 (+42.9%)
$212,207 + $949,258
$1,161,465
2014
$8,210 (+292.4%)
$204,926 + $596,000
$800,926
2013
$2,092
$204,926 + $596,000
$800,926
2012
$2,092 (+2.0%)
$204,000
2011
$2,051 (−5.0%)
$204,000
2009
$2,158 (+1.7%)
$198,472
2008
$2,122
$195,044
Tax history for 979 Old Ranch Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,499 (+3.3%)
$696,349 + $1,010,066
$1,706,415
2024
$16,946 (+3.3%)
$682,696 + $990,261
$1,672,957
2023
$16,399 (+3.7%)
$669,310 + $948,413
$1,617,723
2022
$15,815 (+1.1%)
$656,187 + $904,915
$1,561,102
2021
$15,639 (+1.3%)
$643,321 + $857,760
$1,501,081
2020
$15,438 (+2.0%)
$630,707 + $840,942
$1,471,649
2019
$15,132 (+1.7%)
$624,240 + $832,320
$1,456,560
2018
$14,882 (+19.6%)
$612,000 + $816,000
$1,428,000
2017
$12,447 (+3.5%)
$216,451 + $968,243
$1,184,694
2016
$12,031 (+2.6%)
$216,451 + $968,243
$1,184,694
2015
$11,730 (+42.9%)
$212,207 + $949,258
$1,161,465
2014
$8,210 (+292.4%)
$204,926 + $596,000
$800,926
2013
$2,092
$204,926 + $596,000
$800,926
2012
$2,092 (+2.0%)
$204,000
2011
$2,051 (−5.0%)
$204,000
2009
$2,158 (+1.7%)
$198,472
2008
$2,122
$195,044
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
4
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.09 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,466
Year built
2014
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
137690009
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Carport Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Gar #3
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: No
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Room Information
Library/Study
Ground Floor Primary
Ground Floor Bedroom 2
Dining Information
Formal
Dining Area
Breakfast Bar
Breakfast Area
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Common Area
Fireplace Features: Primary Bedroom, Family Room, Dining Room, LR
Appliances: Trash Compactor, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Solar Hot Wtr
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Stone, Tile
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Slab
Exterior Features: Tennis Court(s), Patio Covered, Hot Tub, Fruit Trees, Fenced: BCK, Drought Tolerant LND
Construction Materials: Stucco
Roof: Composition
Property Information
Architectural Style: Medit
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Other Structures: Work Shop
Property Condition: Excellent
Accessibility Features: Wide Doors
Levels: Entry Lvl(No Stairs), Single Story
Lot Information
View: Green Belt
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Near Public Transit
Zoning: R-1
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling Available: Yes
Cooling: Central Air
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air, Radiant Floor, Solar
Utilities Information
Water Source: Pvt Wtr Sys
Sewer: Septic In
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
HOA Information
Association: Yes
Association Amenities: Tennis Court(s)
Association FeeInc ludes: Insurance, Comm Area Maint
School Information
Elementary School: Other
Middle Or Junior School: Other
High School: Other
Location Information
Cross Street: Quail Valley
Directions: Quail valley to Old Ranch Rd to gate. .. Call for gate code
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,466
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.09 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2014
Year Renovated: —
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 137690009
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
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Schools
Ballard Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 2.0mi
9/10
Los Olivos Elementary School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 3.7mi
9/10
Santa Ynez Valley Union High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
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Climate risks
5/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 22-32% 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, 18 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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8 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$2.57M – $3.11M
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