Perched at the very top of the highly sought-after Baron Canyon Ranch enclave, this extraordinary 38.58-acre raw land parcel offers a rare opportunity to own one of the largest and most private homesites in all of San Luis Obispo County. Tucked within a gated community, this property delivers the best of exclusivity, proximity, in a stunning natural setting.
Set at the end of Baron Canyon Ranch Road and Balm Ridge Road, the land enjoys unmatched seclusion, with no through traffic and a true sense of end-of-the-road privacy. Unlike neighboring parcels—typically just 1 to 3 acres—this expansive holding stands apart as a legacy-sized estate opportunity, offering scale, flexibility, and long-term value that is increasingly hard to find along the Central Coast.
From its elevated hillside vantage point, the property unfolds into sweeping, unobstructed panoramic views stretching from rolling coastal hills to the distant Pacific Ocean. Sunrises and sunsets here are nothing short of cinematic, with golden light washing across the canyon ridgelines and coastal horizon. It is, quite literally, a front-row seat to some of California’s most breathtaking natural scenery.
Despite its serene and secluded setting, the property is located approximately 3 miles from the San Luis Bay Drive freeway exit, providing quick access to San Luis Obispo, Avila Beach, and the broader South County region. It’s a location that masterfully balances privacy with practicality—close enough for everyday access, yet far enough to feel like a private retreat from the world.
The possibilities here are as vast as the land itself. Whether envisioned as a private estate, luxury retreat, or long-term land bank investment, this parcel offers a blank canvas of exceptional scale and natural beauty.
Private tours can be arranged for qualified buyers seeking to experience the land’s presence, elevation, and views firsthand.
Opportunities of this magnitude—large acreage, gated access, panoramic ocean views, and proximity to town—are exceptionally rare in San Luis Obispo County. This is more than land. It’s a foundation for something extraordinary.
Lot/land
Listed by: Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
$1,750,000
6175 Balm Ridge Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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38.58Acres
Unimproved Land
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38.58 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$328/mo HOA
What's special
- 53 days |
- 489 |
- 19 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lindsey Harn DRE #01868098 805-476-0104,
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: SC26074232
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Facts & features
Interior
Video & virtual tour
Property
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Ocean, Panoramic, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
Lot
- Size: 38.58 Acres
- Features: Irregular Lot, Lot Over 40000 Sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 076241023
- Zoning: RS
- Special conditions: Standard
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Mountainous, Rural
- Subdivision: San Luis Obispo(380)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $328 monthly
- HOA name: Baron Canyon Ranch Association
- HOA phone: 805-600-1006
Location
- Region: San Luis Obispo
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $391,919
- Annual tax amount: $4,320
- Date on market: 5/5/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 53 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,910/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,750,000+600% |
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| 12/11/1998 | Sold | $250,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,320 +1.7% | $391,919 +2% |
| 2024 | $4,246 +1.8% | $384,235 +2% |
| 2023 | $4,170 +6.7% | $376,701 +2% |
| 2022 | $3,908 +1.6% | $369,315 +2% |
| 2021 | $3,846 +1% | $362,074 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,807 +1% | $358,362 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,767 +2% | $351,336 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,693 +2% | $344,448 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,621 +2% | $337,695 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,550 | $331,074 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,550 | $326,101 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 93401
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Los Ranchos Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 3.2 mi
- 9/10Laguna Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 4.4 mi
- 10/10San Luis Obispo High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.7 mi
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- California
- San Luis Obispo County
- San Luis Obispo
- 93401
- 6175 Balm Ridge Way





