$1,749,000
PENDING $751K PRICE DROP

2968 Ballard Canyon Rd Solvang, CA 93463

Estimated payment $10,870/month

Total Views 17,861
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,253 Sq Ft
$776 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Horse Property Unimproved
  • Above Ground Spa
  • Covered RV Parking
  • Los Olivos Elementary School Rated A
  • Panoramic View
  • 5.26 Acre Lot

About This Home

This property is located in Los Olivos within the highly rated Los Olivos School District. Overlooking town with panoramic views of the mountains this 4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath home is on 5.26 acres. Under the cathedral ceilings there's a two-sided brick fireplace between the dining and living rooms, as well as a spacious kitchen and breakfast area. One bedroom and a half bath are located on the first floor. On the second floor is the roomy primary bedroom, two additional bedrooms, and a second bathroom. The backyard has majestic views of the Mountains with an outdoor kitchen and entertaining area. There is plenty of space for your horses, FFA or 4-H Projects and RV parking site. Build a barn or ADU. This property is close to town with award winning restaurants, wine tasting, and shopping. Come enjoy living the Los Olivos experience with endless opportunity.

Listing Agent

Allan S. Jones

Sta. Ynez Valley RE Co. Inc. License #00984793 Listed on: 03/11/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,527

Year Built

  • Built in 1988

Lot Details

  • 5.26 Acre Lot
  • Gated Home
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Secluded Lot
  • Irregular Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Hillside Location
  • Property is zoned AG-I-10

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Gravel Driveway
  • Covered RV Parking

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • Skyline
  • Mountain
  • Valley

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,253 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Above Ground Spa
  • Deck
  • Shed

Horse Facilities and Amenities

  • Horse Property Unimproved

Utilities

  • Central Heating
  • Septic Tank
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 135-350-004

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,527

Year Built

Built in 1988

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Ranch
  • Levels: Two
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Additional Assessor Parcel Numbers: No
  • Entry Location: Ground Level - no steps
  • Living Area: 2253
  • Lot Acreage: 5.2600
  • Planned Urban Dev: 0
  • Probate: No
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1988
  • Number Of Photos: 37
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral-Vaulted Ceilings
  • Fireplace Rooms: Dining, Living Room
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Full Bathroom: 2
  • Half Bathroom: 1
  • Bedroom Features: Main Floor Bedroom
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Family Room: 1
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Area, Dining Area
  • Laundry: Room
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Den: 0
  • Equipment: Garbage Disposal, Dryer, Dishwasher, Range/Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Cable
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Inclusions: Hot tub and Sheds Stay
  • Price Per S Q F T: 776.30

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Tennis Court Y/N: No
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Fence: Partial
  • Patio: Deck(s)
  • Pool: No
  • Roof: Composition
  • Spa: Above Ground, Hot Tub
  • Spa Yn: Yes
  • View: Mountains, Skyline, Valley, Panoramic
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Garage: RV Covered, Garage - 2 Car, Driveway - Gravel
  • Total Parking: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Air Conditioning
  • Heating: Central
  • Security: Gated
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Lot Info

  • Sprinklers: Sprinkler System
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 135-350-004
  • Lot Description: Lot Shape-Irregular, Secluded, Horse Property Unimproved, Fenced
  • Lot Location: Hillside
  • Lot Size Area: 229126

Rental Info

  • Land Lease Purchase Yn: No

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units: 1

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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 $14,527 $1,353,038 $757,701 $595,337
2023 $14,527 $1,300,500 $728,280 $572,220
2022 $14,096 $1,275,000 $714,000 $561,000
2021 $6,856 $624,416 $338,539 $285,877
2020 $6,767 $618,014 $335,068 $282,946
2019 $6,631 $605,898 $328,499 $277,399
2018 $6,523 $594,018 $322,058 $271,960
2017 $6,429 $582,372 $315,744 $266,628
2016 $6,236 $570,953 $309,553 $261,400
2014 $5,858 $551,363 $298,932 $252,431
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/18/2025 06/18/25 Pending -- -- --
05/30/2025 05/30/25 Price Changed $1,749,000 -10.3% $776 / Sq Ft
05/13/2025 05/13/25 Price Changed $1,949,000 -13.3% $865 / Sq Ft
04/18/2025 04/18/25 Price Changed $2,249,000 -5.7% $998 / Sq Ft
03/13/2025 03/13/25 Price Changed $2,385,000 -4.6% $1,059 / Sq Ft
03/11/2025 03/11/25 For Sale $2,500,000 +100.0% $1,110 / Sq Ft
06/21/2021 06/21/21 Sold $1,250,000 +4.6% --
04/23/2021 04/23/21 Pending -- -- --
04/14/2021 04/14/21 For Sale $1,195,000 -- --
Source: The MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed -- First American Title
Grant Deed $1,675,000 First American Title
Grant Deed -- First American Title
Grant Deed $1,250,000 First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Servicelink
Grant Deed $415,000 Chicago Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,088,750 New Conventional
Previous Owner $500,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $660,100 New Conventional
Previous Owner $230,200 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $227,400 Unknown
Previous Owner $224,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $233,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $308,500 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 25509975

The MLS

APN: 135-350-004