NOT LISTED FOR SALE

959 Old Ranch Rd Solvang, CA 93463

Santa Ynez Area

Estimated Value: $2,195,000 - $3,102,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
5,284 Sq Ft
$511/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: December 4, 2019

Last sale price $1,655,000 $313 Per Sq Ft

Est. 68% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $16,952 / mo

85 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Art Studio
  • Pool House
  • Hilly Lot
  • Ballard Elementary School Rated A
  • Mountain View
  • Property is near park, public transit, schools, shops, and bus stop

About This Home

As of December 2019

Stunning Briarwood Ranch Manor located near to charming Solvang in the heart of the magnificent Santa Ynez Valley. This residence features appx 5,000+ sq.ft. of luxury living space offering 4+ bedrooms, 3.5 baths with elegant, spacious interiors. The high ceilings and picture windows compliment formal living and dining, great room and kitchen with breakfast bar, with great walk in pantry & storage. The grand bonus library/media/ game room boast a full bar, custom built-ins, big screen tv. The home opens with great views and access to the magnificent lagoon-like infinity edge swimming pool that has beach entry, waterfalls and slide with complimentary Cabana and a poolside bar combo BBQ kitchen plus a spacious 2 car garage adjacent to craft room and large art studio. Ballard School District.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Claire Hanssen

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #00887277 Listed on: 07/23/2019

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Co-Listed By

Carole Colone

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01223216

Last Buyer's Agent

Laura Drammer

Pitts & Bachmann Realtors

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 2001

Lot Details

  • 1.13 Acre Lot
  • Hilly Lot
  • Lawn
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • Direct Access Garage

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Slab Foundation
  • Stone Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 5,284 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Library
  • Game Room
  • Art Studio
  • Mountain Views

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Pool

  • Pool House
  • Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Built-In Barbecue

Location

  • Property is near park, public transit, schools, shops, and bus stop
  • Property near a hospital

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 137-690-003

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Brierwood Estates Community
  • Greenbelt

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 2001

Lot Details

1.13 Acres

Listing Details

  • Directions: Hwy 246 to Quail Valley Rd. to Old Ranch Rd.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Other
  • ResoLotFeatures: Near Public Transit
  • Reso Association Amenities: Tennis Court(s), Greenbelt
  • Co List Office Mls Id: prurh2
  • Co List Office Phone: 805-688-1794
  • Architectural Style: Cal Cottage
  • Reso Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Other Structures: Other
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 2001
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 1.13
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Other
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: Other
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: Other
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Hilly2: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Style Cal Cottage: Yes
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior Wood Siding: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Interior Access: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Attached: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Pool: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Lawn2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Primary: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Disposal3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Microwave3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Built-in BBQ: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Rooms Art Studio2: Yes
  • Amenities Wet Bar2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Family Room3: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • Fireplace(s):_two_3: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Carpet: Yes
  • Location Info Development Name: Brierwood Estates
  • GroundsLandscaping Hot Tub2: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Greenbelt2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Hospital2: Yes
  • Rooms LbryStudy: Yes
  • AssocPark Amenities Tennis Court(s)2: Yes
  • Dining In Living Room2: Yes
  • Rooms Game Room3: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Pool House2: Yes
  • Roof Rock: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, 2, LR

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Rock
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Acres: 1.13
  • Topography: Hilly
  • Exterior Features: Pool, Pool House, Patio Open, Hot Tub, Lawn
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Gar #2, Interior Access, Attached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: Other
  • High School: Other
  • Middle Or Junior School: Other

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 137-690-003
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 49222.8
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 23, 2019
Closed on
Nov 5, 2019
Sold by
Dipego Gerald F and Dipego Christine
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Claire Hanssen
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Laura Drammer
Pitts & Bachmann Realtors
List Price
$1,695,000
Sold Price
$1,655,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-2.36%
Current Estimated Value
$2,785,917

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,130,917
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.52%
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$863,349
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,839,032

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 13, 2015
Closed on
Aug 24, 2017
Sold by
Taylor Jack R
Bought by
Dipego Gerald F and Dipego Christine
Seller's Agent
John Frederick
Santa Ynez Valley Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Carole Colone
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServ-Los Olivos
Sold Price
$1,395,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.97%
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 12, 2005
Sold by
Taylor Jack R
Bought by
Taylor Jack R and The Jack R Taylor Separate Property Tr

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 19, 2002
Sold by
Taylor Cynthia Carson
Bought by
Taylor Jack R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$940,000
Interest Rate
6.37%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 15, 2002
Sold by
Syncon Homes Of California Inc
Bought by
Taylor Jack R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$940,000
Interest Rate
6.37%
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Agents Specializing in Solvang, CA

  • Chris Palme Real Estate Agent - Sotheby's International Realty

    Chris Palme

    Sotheby's International Realty

    (805) 262-8876

    17 Total Sales

    1 in Santa Ynez

    $1,875,000 Price

    Chris Palme
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  • Maurie McGuire Real Estate Agent - Sotheby's International Realty

    Maurie McGuire

    Sotheby's International Realty

    (805) 617-1644

    22 Total Sales

    1 in Santa Ynez

    $2,150,000 Price

    Maurie McGuire
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  • Kevin Goodwin Real Estate Agent - Goodwin & Thyne Properties

    Kevin Goodwin

    Responds Quickly

    Goodwin & Thyne Properties

    (805) 979-2658

    49 Total Sales

    1 in Santa Ynez

    $1,350,000 Price

    Kevin Goodwin
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  • Summer Knight Real Estate Agent - Sun Coast Real Estate

    Summer Knight

    Responds Quickly

    Sun Coast Real Estate

    (805) 335-6908

    139 Total Sales

    1 in Santa Ynez

    $930,000 Price

    Summer Knight
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  • Michelle Glaus Real Estate Agent - Village Properties

    Michelle Glaus

    Village Properties

    (805) 319-7162

    49 Total Sales

    18 in Santa Ynez

    $1.1M - $3.1M Price Range

    Michelle Glaus
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  • Kristina Novak Real Estate Agent - Monument Global Estates

    Kristina Novak

    Responds Quickly

    Monument Global Estates

    (805) 691-3113

    40 Total Sales

    12 in Santa Ynez

    $1.8M - $2.4M Price Range

    Kristina Novak
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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$1,655,000 First American Title Company
Dipego Gerald F $1,395,000 Chicago Title Company
Taylor Jack R -- --
Taylor Jack R -- First American Title Co
Taylor Jack R $1,175,000 First American Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $1,000,000
Previous Owner Dipego Gerald F $1,000,000
Previous Owner Taylor Jack R $500,000
Previous Owner Taylor Jack R $1,000,000
Previous Owner Taylor Jack R $150,000
Previous Owner Taylor Jack R $929,000
Previous Owner Taylor Jack R $936,490
Previous Owner Taylor Jack R $940,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
12/04/2019 12/04/19 Sold $1,655,000 -2.4% $313 / Sq Ft
10/16/2019 10/16/19 Pending -- -- --
07/23/2019 07/23/19 For Sale $1,695,000 +21.5% $321 / Sq Ft
09/12/2017 09/12/17 Sold $1,395,000 -- $264 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

Tax History

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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
2026 $18,975 $1,846,177 $669,309 $1,176,868
2025 $18,626 $1,809,979 $656,186 $1,153,793
2023 $18,626 $1,739,697 $630,706 $1,108,991
2022 $17,995 $1,705,587 $618,340 $1,087,247
2021 $17,704 $1,672,145 $606,216 $1,065,929
2020 $17,479 $1,655,000 $600,000 $1,055,000
2019 $15,022 $1,422,900 $510,000 $912,900
2018 $14,768 $1,395,000 $500,000 $895,000
2017 $19,418 $1,837,944 $509,155 $1,328,789
2016 $18,762 $1,801,907 $499,172 $1,302,735
2014 $17,840 $1,740,075 $482,043 $1,258,032
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Claire Hanssen Real Estate Agent - Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Claire Hanssen

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    (805) 729-4334

    43 Total Sales

    Claire Hanssen
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  • CC

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019

    Carole Colone

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    (805) 708-2580

    37 Total Sales

    Carole Colone
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  • LD

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Laura Drammer

    Pitts & Bachmann Realtors

  • John Frederick Real Estate Agent - Santa Ynez Valley Real Estate

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    John Frederick

    Santa Ynez Valley Real Estate

    (805) 350-0882

    9 Total Sales

    John Frederick
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  • HL

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2017

    Hans Larsen

    Hans Larsen Realty, Inc.

    (805) 448-1895

    10 Total Sales

    Hans Larsen
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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 19-2548

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 137-690-003

California Santa Barbara County Solvang 93463

959 Old Ranch Rd, Solvang, CA

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