The residence at Twin Owls is a stunning contemporary farmhouse with Craftsman details. Located in a privately gated and secluded enclave of Ballard and just steps away from the coveted Ballard School, this newly updated and completely turn-key estate overlooks ancient oaks and breathtaking mountain views. Lush California native landscaping flanks the home and a 60' pool is the perfect place to enjoy absolute serenity. The spacious patio with its cozy fireplace, outdoor kitchenette and Lynx pizza oven is the heart of the patio entertainment area. The farmhouse is impeccably designed with soaring ceilings and spacious rooms bathed in natural light. The exceptional quality is apparent throughout the home featuring gorgeous Craftsman wood details and windows. The residence was extensively remodeled in 2016 and recently updated to highlight a more contemporary palate and use of space. The approximately 5000 sq. ft., home offers 5 bedrooms and 6.5 baths plus a large ''playroom''. It features an extraordinary chef's kitchen with high quality appliances, expansive marble counters, custom white oak cabinetry and opens to the light and bright family room. A bank of custom glass doors open from the kitchen and family room to the patio, pool and gardens. Elegant cherry wood floors are found throughout the house and 5 fireplaces lend an air of comfort and warmth to large spaces. All living areas are on the main floor with the exception of one guest suite/office/bath located on a second floor. The luxurious primary bedroom with has cathedral ceilings, indoor/outdoor fireplace, two large walk-in closets and a fabulous spa-like bath! All bathrooms have either marble or quartz counters with rich glass or subway shower tile and custom white oak vanities. A new solar system has been installed and an electric car charging station is in the detached 2 car garage. To add to the magic and allure of the property, new fruit trees, olive trees and flowering drought tolerant plants were installed. Enjoy a 5 minute stroll into town and visit Bob's Well Bread for a cup of coffee and a croissant or an evening at one of the local world-class restaurants or wineries. Have a life well lived in the Village of Ballard.
Sold for $4,450,000
$4,450,000
2515 School St, Solvang, CA 93463
5beds
4,924sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1989
5.8 Acres Lot
$5,311,300 Zestimate®
$904/sqft
$8,411 Estimated rent
Home value
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$4.78M - $6.00M
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Cozy fireplaceContemporary palateOlive treesNew fruit treesGorgeous craftsman wood detailsSoaring ceilingsHigh quality appliances
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Listed by:
Patty Murphy DRE#: 00766586 805-680-8571,
Sotheby's International Realty Santa Ynez Valley Brokerage
Bought with:
Meagan Comin Tambini, DRE#: 01348412
Sotheby's International Realty Santa Ynez Valley Brokerage
Source: North Santa Barbara County MLS,MLS#: 23001492
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Features: Formal/Separate, Breakfast Area, Breakfast Bar, In Kitchen
Heating
- Forced Air, Solar, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Other, Dryer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Convection Oven, Oven/Range-Electric, Oven, Reverse Osmosis, Water Softener, Washer, Disposal, Dishwasher, Double Oven
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Other, Pantry
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Wood Burning, Patio, Living Room, Insert, Gas Log, Gas Jets
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,924
- Total interior livable area: 4,924 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, RV Access/Parking, Drive Space, Other, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Doors
Features
- Levels: One,Multi/Split
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: No Stairs to Entry
- Patio & porch: Patio Covered, Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Barbecue, Dog Run
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Outdoor Pool
- Fencing: Fenced Yard,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods, Partial/Filtered, Panoramic, Hill/Peak/Mnt
Lot
- Size: 5.8 Acres
- Features: Level, Orchard(s), Rural Setting, Sloped Up, Valley, Other, Horses Allowed, Yard Sprinklers, Other Improvements
Details
- Parcel number: 137030050
- Zoning description: Rural,Single Family,Residential Rural,Res Agriculture,Agricultural
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1989
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Phone Connected
Green energy
- Green verification: Unknown
- Energy efficient items: Other - See Remarks
- Energy generation: Solar
- Water conservation: Drought Resist. Vege
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security Alarm, Fire Sprinkler System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Solvang
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $904/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $4,539,000
- Annual tax amount: $47,458
- Date on market: 9/1/2023
- Cumulative days on market: 5 days
- Listing terms: New Loan,Cash
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/11/2023 | Sold | $4,450,000+1.3%$904/sqft |
Source:  North Santa Barbara County MLS #23001492 Report a problem | ||
| 9/8/2023 | Pending sale | $4,395,000$893/sqft |
Source:  SBMLS #23-2619 Report a problem | ||
| 9/8/2023 | Contingent | $4,395,000$893/sqft |
Source: North Santa Barbara County MLS #23001492 Report a problem | ||
| 9/1/2023 | Listed for sale | $4,395,000+9.9%$893/sqft |
Source: North Santa Barbara County MLS #23001492 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2022 | Sold | $4,000,000-6.9%$812/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #22-2475 Report a problem | ||
| 9/6/2022 | Pending sale | $4,295,000$872/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #22-2475 Report a problem | ||
| 9/6/2022 | Contingent | $4,295,000$872/sqft |
Source: North Santa Barbara County MLS #22001661 Report a problem | ||
| 7/20/2022 | Listed for sale | $4,295,000+12.7%$872/sqft |
Source: North Santa Barbara County MLS #22001661 Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2021 | Sold | $3,810,000$774/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/3/2021 | Pending sale | $3,810,000$774/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #21-313 Report a problem | ||
| 1/26/2021 | Listed for sale | $3,810,000+198.8%$774/sqft |
Source: SBMLS #21-286 Report a problem | ||
| 12/16/2014 | Sold | $1,275,000$259/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $47,458 +1.9% | $4,539,000 +2% |
| 2024 | $46,582 +11.2% | $4,450,000 +11.3% |
| 2023 | $41,898 +2.7% | $3,997,500 +2.9% |
| 2022 | $40,805 +1.7% | $3,886,200 +84% |
| 2021 | $40,115 +81.9% | $2,112,588 +1% |
| 2020 | $22,051 +2% | $2,090,927 +2% |
| 2019 | $21,615 +1.7% | $2,049,930 +2% |
| 2018 | $21,246 +19.6% | $2,009,736 +20.2% |
| 2017 | $17,762 +28% | $1,671,331 +26.8% |
| 2016 | $13,873 +135.2% | $1,318,443 +3.4% |
| 2015 | $5,899 | $1,275,000 +119.2% |
| 2014 | $5,899 | $581,768 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $567,785 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $556,653 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $552,494 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $553,807 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $542,949 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $532,304 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $521,868 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $511,637 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $492,414 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $482,760 |
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Neighborhood: 93463
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