$8,875,000

Estimated payment $51,694/month

Total Views 10,136
3 Beds
6 Baths
5,684 Sq Ft
$1,561 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Pool House
  • Custom Home
  • Foothill Elementary School Rated A
  • River Front
  • 39.44 Acre Lot

About This Home

Welcome to Rancho La Buena Vida, a rare and exceptional offering situated on nearly 40 acres atop a gently elevated knoll in the heart of Santa Barbara. Surrounded by expansive ranch land, this income-producing property boasts over 33 acres planted with thriving avocado, citrus, and other fruiting trees. Its breathtaking 360-degree views encompass the Pacific Ocean, Channel Islands, and Santa Ynez Mountains, creating a serene and picturesque backdrop. At the heart of the ranch is a 5,600+ square foot Spanish-style residence, offering timeless architectural charm and a solid foundation for transformation. Whether you choose to restore the home to its former glory or reimagine it entirely, this property provides boundless opportunities to create your ideal retreat.

Supported by a well and Goleta AG meter, the estate is perfectly suited for agricultural pursuits or the development of equestrian facilities. Whether you dream of a luxurious, in-town sanctuary, an equestrian haven, or a multi-functional ranch estate, Rancho La Buena Vida delivers the versatility to make your vision a reality.

Conveniently located just minutes from Santa Barbara's vibrant downtown, local airport and schools, parks and pristine beaches, this truly unique property combines rural charm with unmatched convenience. Whether you're seeking an investment, a restoration project, or a one-of-a-kind legacy estate, Rancho La Buena Vida invites you to explore its endless potential.

Listing Agent

Kelly Knight

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01463617

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $25,913

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

Lot Details

  • 39.44 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a stream
  • River Front
  • Rural Setting
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Irrigation
  • Hilly Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Lawn
  • Property is in good condition

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Island
  • Coastline
  • Panoramic
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Custom Home
  • Spanish Architecture
  • Ranch Property
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 5,684 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Free Standing Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Home Office
  • Game Room
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Double Oven
  • Built-In Electric Oven
  • Electric Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • 220 Volts In Laundry
  • Gas Dryer Hookup

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • 10 Open Parking Spaces
  • 4 Carport Spaces

Pool

  • Pool House
  • Spa
  • Outdoor Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Stream or River on Lot
  • Enclosed patio or porch
  • Shed

Location

  • Property is near a park
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Foothill Elementary School
  • Gol Valley Middle School
  • San Marcos High School

Horse Facilities and Amenities

  • Groom or Foreman Quarters

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Well
  • Septic System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 35 Rancho San Antonio Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Other
  • Assessor Parcel Number 067-030-017
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$25,913

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Directions: **ACCESS OFF OF N. San Marcos Rd** Cathedral Oaks Rd. to N San Marcos Rd. to Via Campobello, to Via Alba. Continue on Via Alba. Ranch access to right. Creek crossing so appropriate vehicles only.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Ranch/Farm
  • Road Frontage Type: River/Stream
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: 220V Elect, Gas Hookup, Laundry Room
  • ResoLotFeatures: Rural
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Other, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name: 35 - Rancho San Antonio
  • Architectural Style: Custom Built, Spanish
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Reso Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Good
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1980
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 39.44
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Foothill
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: Gol Valley
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: San Marcos
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • View Panoramic2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Hilly2: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Attached: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Pool: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Lawn2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Rooms Family Room4: Yes
  • Rooms Ground Floor Bedroom2: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Laundry Laundry Room2: Yes
  • Amenities Dual Pane Window2: Yes
  • Amenities Skylight2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • Property Information Main House SqFt: 5684.0
  • Construction Two Story2: Yes
  • Rooms Office3: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Area2: Yes
  • Amenities Wet Bar2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Family Room3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Gas8: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Primary Bedroom: Yes
  • WaterSewer Pvt Well In: Yes
  • Condition Good2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced PRT: Yes
  • WaterSewer Septic In: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Carpet: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Spa - Outside: Yes
  • Roof:Tile2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation PRT: Yes
  • Other Buildings Shed: Yes
  • Other Buildings Employee Quarters2: Yes
  • ViewOcean: Yes
  • View Coastline: Yes
  • View Islands: Yes
  • LocationTopo RiverStream2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Wood Burning Stove2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Total # Uncovered Spaces: 10.0
  • Appliances Included Electric Range2: Yes
  • Style Custom Built: Yes
  • Laundry Gas Hookup2: Yes
  • Style Spanish2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Covered2: Yes
  • View Other27: Yes
  • Rooms Patio Enclosed2: Yes
  • Dining In Living Room2: Yes
  • Dining Nook2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Rural2: Yes
  • WaterSewer AG Water Avail: Yes
  • Rooms Game Room3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Free Standing2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Pool House2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Total # Carport Spaces: 4.0
  • ParkingGarage Cpt #4: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Electric Range, Built-In Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Double Oven
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning Stove, Primary Bedroom, Family Room, Free Standing, Gas
  • Appliances Included:Double Oven2: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Built-In Electric Oven: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile
  • View: Other, Mountain(s), Islands, Coastline, Ocean, Setting, Panoramic
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 39.44
  • Topography: Rural, Hilly
  • Waterfront Features: Stream
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Exclusions: Other
  • Exterior Features: Pool, Pool House, Patio Open, Patio Covered, SPA-Outside, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation PRT, Fenced: PRT
  • Foundation Details: Mixed
  • Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces: 10.0
  • Parking Features: Cpt #4, Attached

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: AG Water Avail, Private, Goleta Wtr
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Association/Amenities

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: Foothill
  • High School: San Marcos
  • Middle Or Junior School: Gol Valley

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 067-030-017
  • Zoning: Other
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1718006.4
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

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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
2023 $25,913 $2,400,854 $637,939 $1,762,915
2022 $25,040 $2,353,780 $625,431 $1,728,349
2021 $24,603 $2,307,628 $613,168 $1,694,460
2020 $23,932 $2,283,967 $606,881 $1,677,086
2019 $23,481 $2,239,184 $594,982 $1,644,202
2018 $23,028 $2,195,279 $583,316 $1,611,963
2017 $22,640 $2,152,235 $571,879 $1,580,356
2016 $22,026 $2,110,035 $560,666 $1,549,369
2014 $21,432 $2,037,631 $541,428 $1,496,203
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/17/2025 02/17/25 Price Changed $8,875,000 +1.4% $1,561 / Sq Ft
02/17/2025 02/17/25 Price Changed $8,750,000 -90.1% $1,539 / Sq Ft
02/17/2025 02/17/25 For Sale $88,750,000 +900.0% $15,614 / Sq Ft
01/21/2025 01/21/25 For Sale $8,875,000 -- $1,561 / Sq Ft
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed -- None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $125,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

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