$12,888,929
SOLD JUL 30, 2025
6 Beds
7.5 Baths
7,758 Sq Ft
3.67 Acres

Recently Sold

$1,661 Per Sq Ft

19 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Guest House
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Vieja Valley Elementary School Rated A
  • Spa
  • Solar Power Battery

About This Home

As of July 2025

Perched on a private 3.67+/- acre knoll in the heart of Hope Ranch, welcome to this showstopping estate that effortlessly combines elegant Mediterranean design with a true California lifestyle. With sweeping ocean vistas to the south and majestic mountain views to the north, every inch of this 7,758+/-sq ft residence was built to capture the beauty that surrounds it.

The main residence flows seamlessly with grand scale, soaring ceilings, and walls of glass, while a 2 bedroom guest house offers luxurious privacy for visitors. For those seeking an active lifestyle, an infinity edge pool and custom skate park adds a playful twist, with ample room to build your dream horse barn.
This estate is as forward thinking as it is stunning, featuring a solar powered system with Tesla Powerwalls for whole house backup, an EV charging station, and owned solar panels delivering energy efficiency and peace of mind in equal measure.

Entertaining is elevated here- literally. Enjoy alfresco evenings by the pool overlooking the Pacific, gather around the artisan pizza oven, or host unforgettable dinners under the stars with panoramic backdrops. A fully equipped outdoor kitchen and expansive patios invite year round living and entertaining.

Whether you're looking for a serene retreat, a legacy compound, or the ultimate entertainer's paradise, this Hope Ranch estate delivers. A rare offering where ocean breezes, mountain majesty, and modern sustainability come together in perfect harmony.

More photos to follow.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Maureen McDermut

Sotheby's International Realty License #01175027 Listed on: 07/09/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Gary Goldberg

Coastal Properties License #01172139

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $97,441

Year Built

  • Built in 2008

Lot Details

  • 3.67 Acre Lot
  • Dog Run
  • Gated Home
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Irrigation
  • Hilly Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Lawn
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned EX-1

HOA Fees

  • $290 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 4 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 10 Open Parking Spaces
  • Electric Vehicle Home Charger
  • Driveway

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Island
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Estate
  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 7,758 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Central Vacuum
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Great Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Double Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Reverse Osmosis System

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Stone

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Maid or Guest Quarters

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Power Battery
  • Solar Power System
  • Solar owned by seller

Pool

  • Spa
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Solar Heated Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Built-In Barbecue

Additional Homes

  • Guest House

Location

  • Property near a hospital
  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Vieja Valley Elementary School
  • Lacolina Middle School
  • San Marcos High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Septic System
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 063-053-011
  • Seller Concessions Offered

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include comm area maint, security
  • Hope Ranch Community
  • 25 Hope Ranch Subdivision

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts

Additional Features

  • Restaurant
  • Security Guard

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$97,441

Year Built

Built in 2008

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$290 per month

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2008
  • ResoPoolFeatures: Solar Heat
  • ResoWindowFeatures: Drapes
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Gas Hookup, Laundry Room
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Sloped Up, Sloped Down
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Gate:Elec, Patrol, Security System, Smoke Detector(s), Fire Sprinkler System
  • Reso Association Amenities: Other, Tennis Court(s), Security
  • Reso Association Fee Includes: Comm Area Maint, Security
  • Subdivision Name: 25 - Hope Ranch
  • Architectural Style: Medit, Estate
  • Reso Flooring: Hardwood, Stone
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 2008
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 3.67
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Vieja Valley
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: LaColina
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: San Marcos
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • LocationTopo Hilly2: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Interior Access: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Attached: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Pool: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation TO: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Lawn2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced ALL2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Drought Tolerant LND2: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Rooms Family Room4: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Bedroom2: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Bar2: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Laundry Laundry Room2: Yes
  • Amenities Dual Pane Window2: Yes
  • Amenities Skylight2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Disposal3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dryer3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Range2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Microwave3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Washer3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security Security System: Yes
  • Security GateElec: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • Security Fire Sprinkler System: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Drapes: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • Property Information Main House SqFt: 7758.0
  • Style Estate2: Yes
  • Construction Two Story2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Built-in BBQ: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Proximity Restaurants: Yes
  • Rooms Office3: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Area2: Yes
  • Dining Formal2: Yes
  • Dining In Kitchen4: Yes
  • Amenities Guest House2: Yes
  • Amenities Guest Quarters2: Yes
  • Amenities Wet Bar2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Rev Osmosis2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Family Room3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Gas8: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Primary Bedroom: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Stone2: Yes
  • WaterSewer Septic In: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Spa - Outside: Yes
  • Location Info Development Name: Hope Ranch
  • Roof:Tile2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Dog Run2: Yes
  • ViewOcean: Yes
  • View Islands: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced BCK: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Total # Uncovered Spaces: 10.0
  • LocationTopo Downslope2: Yes
  • Site Improvements Cable TV3: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Permeable Driveway2: Yes
  • Laundry Gas Hookup2: Yes
  • Amenities Solar PV2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Wtr SoftenerOwned: Yes
  • Electric Solar PV Seller Owned: Yes
  • Proximity Near Hospital2: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • Style Medit2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Covered2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #4: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Security: Yes
  • WaterSewer Meter In: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Tennis Court(s)2: Yes
  • AssocPark Fee Incl Security2: Yes
  • Dining Nook2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Central Vac2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Upslope2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s): Yes
  • Pool Features Solar Heat: Yes
  • Electric Energy Storage Device: Yes
  • Security Patrol2: Yes
  • Amenities Home Solar Battery: Yes
  • ParkingGarage:Total _pound_ Garage Spaces: 4.0
  • Fireplace(s) 24: Yes
  • Status Information Seller Concessions3: Yes
  • CondoCO-OPPUD Association Fee2: 3480.44
  • CondoCO-OPPUD Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Tankless Water Heater, Central Vac, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Rev Osmosis, Washer, Wtr Softener/Owned
  • Full Bathrooms: 7
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Family Room, Gas
  • Total Bedrooms: 16
  • Other Rooms:Great Room: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Tankless Water Heater: Yes
  • Other Rooms:Media Room: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Double Oven2: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile
  • View: Mountain(s), Islands, Ocean, Setting
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 3.67
  • Topography: Downslope, Upslope, Hilly, Level
  • Exterior Features: Other, Pool, Patio Open, Patio Covered, SPA-Outside, Dog Run, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation T/O, Fenced: ALL, Fenced: BCK, Drought Tolerant LND, Permeable Driveway
  • Foundation Details: Mixed

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 4.0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 10.0
  • Parking Features: Gar #4, Interior Access, Attached, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Meter In, La Cumb Wtr
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 3480.44
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Unit 1 Amenities:Cathedral Ceiling(s)2: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Vieja Valley
  • High School: San Marcos
  • Middle Or Junior School: LaColina

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 063-053-011
  • Zoning: EX-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 159865.2
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 10, 2025
Sold by
Benz Patrick H
Bought by
Benz Patrick H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
6.69%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 17, 2018
Sold by
Benz Krista A
Bought by
Benzi Patrick H

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 19, 2010
Sold by
Groff Lynn Taylor
Bought by
Benz Patrick H and Benz Krista A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,200,000
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 25, 2008
Sold by
Groff Lynn Taylor
Bought by
Groff Lynn Taylor and Groff Scott

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,400,000
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 6, 2005
Sold by
Grant Daniel G
Bought by
Groff Lynn Taylor

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 17, 2002
Sold by
Grant Mary D
Bought by
Grant Mary D
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed -- Fidelity National Title Compan
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $6,840,000 First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Company
Grant Deed -- Lawyers Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $500,000 Seller Take Back
Open $6,000,000 Construction
Previous Owner $0 Unknown
Previous Owner $3,042,950 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $2,200,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,400,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $2,000,000 Construction
Previous Owner $2,000,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/30/2025 07/30/25 Sold $12,888,930 -0.1% $1,661 / Sq Ft
07/28/2025 07/28/25 Pending -- -- --
07/09/2025 07/09/25 For Sale $12,900,000 0.0% $1,663 / Sq Ft
03/12/2024 03/12/24 Rented -- -- --
01/12/2024 01/12/24 Price Changed $45,000 -8.2% $6 / Sq Ft
07/18/2023 07/18/23 For Rent $49,000 0.0% --
06/28/2023 06/28/23 Off Market $49,000 -- --
05/26/2023 05/26/23 Price Changed $49,000 -10.9% $6 / Sq Ft
05/02/2023 05/02/23 Price Changed $55,000 +12.2% $7 / Sq Ft
09/16/2022 09/16/22 Price Changed $49,000 -10.9% $6 / Sq Ft
06/26/2022 06/26/22 For Rent $55,000 -- --
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $97,441 $9,293,930 $3,937,011 $5,356,919
2023 $97,441 $8,933,037 $3,784,133 $5,148,904
2022 $94,012 $8,757,881 $3,709,935 $5,047,946
2021 $85,272 $8,079,000 $4,191,000 $3,888,000
2020 $74,127 $7,025,000 $3,644,000 $3,381,000
2019 $73,357 $7,025,000 $3,644,000 $3,381,000
2018 $69,860 $6,690,000 $3,470,000 $3,220,000
2017 $66,652 $6,371,000 $3,305,000 $3,066,000
2016 $60,163 $5,792,000 $3,005,000 $2,787,000
2014 $58,298 $5,566,000 $2,888,000 $2,678,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 25-2558

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 063-053-011