Ballena Vista, a stunning 170-acre estate, perched high upon the hillside overlooking the entire valley is an extraordinary custom home built by Dave McGinnis, with finishes beyond your imagination. Featuring 40 acres of grape varietals, space for additional vineyards, and the capacity to convert existing structures into a first-rate winery. The property also offers ample room for overnight guests and staff, including a guest house, 3 casitas, and 5 modular homes. A luxury 8-stall barn and a separate 38-stall barn provide an opportunity for equestrian pursuits or alternative uses. Nearly self-sufficient, with an abundant well water supply and expansive solar farm, Ballena Vista is the premier estate in San Diego County. Located just a one-hour drive from Downtown San Diego. The property includes plenty of water, w/ 7 wells and a 400,000 underground storage reservoir for irrigation as well as a 50,000 gallon and two, 10,000-gallon storage tanks for potable water. There is a pump station distributing water to the various pastures and vineyards. The electricity is provided by its own solar field, the 2nd largest private solar field in San Diego County. There remains plenty of room for horses with some of the finest barn facilities anywhere and spacious fenced pastures for turning them out. There’s even a quarter mile racetrack to stretch their legs. Whether a full-time residence or a weekend getaway this is one of the premier estates in San Diego County.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Year Built: 2010
Stories: 2
Living Area: 5,000 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: Pacific Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone: (619) 987-9797
Listing Agent: Scott Aurich
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Range Hood
Flooring Type: Tile, Wood
Fireplace: Living Room
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Partial Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 3
Total Bedroom Count: 3
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
Private Pool: No
View: Meadow, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Pasture
Parking Information:
Parking: Carport, Other
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot Size: 170.27 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Fireplace(s), Propane, Solar
Cooling: Central Air
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: Cross Street: Littlepage Road.
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $17,500,000
Price Per SqFt: $3,500/SqFt
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $48,692
Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison
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This property is $16.7M more than the Median Sold Price and $3K/SqFt more than other homes in Ramona, CA.
Based on homes sold in the last 12 months
MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: CRMLS
MLS Number: #240018110SD
Listing Office:
Office Name: Pacific Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone: (619) 987-9797
Listing Agent: Scott Aurich
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Property Sales & Tax
Tax History
YEAR
PROP. TAX
ASSESSMENT
2021
$48,692
$4,677,493
2020
$48,692
$4,587,914
2019
$37,186
$3,621,652
2018
$37,187
$3,544,778
2017
$36,480
$3,478,399
History based on county public records data.
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Nearby Schools
6
/10
James Dukes Elementary School
24908 Abalar Way
Distance between this listing and this school4.33 miles
Public District Grades KG-6
4
/10
Barnett Elementary School
23925 Couna Way
Distance between this listing and this school4.61 miles
Public District Grades KG-6
2
/10
Ramona Elementary School
415 8th St
Distance between this listing and this school6.76 miles
Public District Grades KG-6
Nearby Schools
4
/10
Olive Peirce Middle School
1521 Hanson Ln
Distance between this listing and this school7.44 miles
Public District Grades 7-8
4
/10
Julian Junior High School
1704 Cape Horn Ave
Distance between this listing and this school9.11 miles
Public District Grades 7-8
2
/10
Barona Indian Charter
1095 Barona Rd
Distance between this listing and this school10.25 miles
Public Charter Grades KG-8
Nearby Schools
3
/10
Montecito High (Continuation)
720 9th St
Distance between this listing and this school6.70 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
2
/10
Future Bound Independent Study Secondary School
720 9th St
Distance between this listing and this school6.70 miles
Public District Grades 7-12
7
/10
Ramona High School
1401 Hanson Ln
Distance between this listing and this school7.26 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $132,675. Most Ramona, CA residents have annual incomes between $100k-200k. The most common type of family is married, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 26353 Old Julian Hwy
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 26353 Old Julian Hwy property is $17,500,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 26353 Old Julian Hwy is a house located in Ramona, California, 92065.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 26353 Old Julian Hwy is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $48,692 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 26353 Old Julian Hwy has 3 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 26353 Old Julian Hwy is 5,000 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
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The year of construction for 26353 Old Julian Hwy is 2010.
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This home is located at 26353 Old Julian Hwy in Ramona, CA and zip code 92065. This 5,000 square foot home, which was built in 2010, sits on a 170.27 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since August 02, 2024 and is currently priced at $17,500,000.
In November 2024 more than 4 listings in Ramona, CA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 5 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 8 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Ramona, CA between October 2024 and November 2024 decreased by 4.6%. In November 2024, listings were on the market for 27 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $800,000.
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Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. and /or other sources. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. The data contained herein is copyrighted by CRMLS and is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Any dissemination of this information is in violation of copyright laws and is strictly prohibited. 
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