2865 N Refugio Rd Santa Ynez, CA 93460
Estimated payment $11,112/month
Highlights
- Panoramic View
- 20 Acre Lot
- Mountainous Lot
- Los Olivos Elementary School Rated A
About This Home
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.
Listing Agent
Sotheby's International Realty Santa Ynez Valley Brokerage License #01219166 Listed on: 01/21/2026
Co-Listing Agent
Sotheby's International Realty Santa Ynez Valley Brokerage License #01772551
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Lot Details
- 20 Acre Lot
- Mountainous Lot
HOA Fees
- Property has a Home Owners Association
Property Views
- Panoramic
- Valley
Utilities
- Shared Well
Community Details
- Rancho Ynecita Subdivision
- Valley
Listing and Financial Details
- Seller Considering Concessions
Map
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $22,359 | $2,130,411 | $2,002,301 | $128,110 |
| 2023 | $22,359 | $2,047,687 | $1,924,550 | $123,137 |
| 2022 | $21,643 | $2,007,537 | $1,886,814 | $120,723 |
| 2021 | $21,220 | $1,968,174 | $1,849,818 | $118,356 |
| 2020 | $18,846 | $1,751,000 | $1,621,000 | $130,000 |
| 2019 | $18,480 | $1,717,000 | $1,589,000 | $128,000 |
| 2018 | $17,609 | $1,635,000 | $1,513,000 | $122,000 |
| 2017 | $17,700 | $1,635,000 | $1,513,000 | $122,000 |
| 2016 | $16,722 | $1,557,000 | $1,441,000 | $116,000 |
| 2014 | $15,194 | $1,412,000 | $1,307,000 | $105,000 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/06/2026 04/06/26 | Price Changed | $1,695,000 | -5.6% | -- |
| 01/21/2026 01/21/26 | For Sale | $1,795,000 | -- | -- |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: North Santa Barbara County Regional MLS
MLS Number: 26000117
APN: 135-310-010
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