140 E Rice Ranch Road, Santa Maria, CA 93455, Santa Maria, 93455 - 4 bed, 4 bath
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Santa Maria, CA 93455
This Unique Architectural Castle is listed at $1,999,000, offering a rare lifestyle estate on a 1.54-acre lot positioned near its $1,916,873 Fair Market Value. Holding a Condition Rating of 4, the residence showcases exceptional details including an imported English oak fireplace, stained glass, and mountain views of the Orcutt Hills. The property is enhanced by paid solar panels, a remodeled master suite with sauna, and substantial ADU development potential for future expansion. This estate is an ideal match for Multi-Generational Families or Visionary Homeowners seeking a one-of-a-kind sanctuary.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 140 E Rice Ranch Road Subject | $1,999,000* List Price | 4 | 4 | 4,346 | $441 | - |
A 5750 Robin Active | $1,899,000 List Price | 4 | 3 | 4,617 | $411 | 0.2 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is moderate renovation needed.
Built in 1988 (36 years old), the home is well-maintained but significantly dated. While the master suite has been remodeled with modern amenities, the kitchen and secondary bathrooms feature original 1980s oak cabinetry, tile countertops, and fluorescent lighting. The systems are bolstered by paid solar panels, but the overall interior aesthetic requires cosmetic updates to meet modern standards.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 67082, living area = 4346.
This one-of-a-kind 'castle' features exceptional craftsmanship, including an imported English oak fireplace from Sussex, stained glass windows, and locally sourced brickwork, offering a distinct aesthetic not found in standard homes.
Situated on a sprawling 1.54-acre lot with no HOA, the property offers substantial opportunities for expansion, including the potential for multiple ADUs or a future lot split subject to county approval.
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 4346, other record living area = 4516.
The highly specific 'castle' theme and unique historical interior elements may limit the property's appeal to a specialized segment of buyers rather than the broader residential market.
Proposed uses such as lot splits or commercial 'party ventures' are not currently finalized and require potentially complex and time-consuming approvals from Santa Barbara County.
Enter into this one of a kind Castle in Orcutt,, home sits on 1.54 acre and NO HOA. This truly is an unique property. Home boasts 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. Step down to the formal living room with imported carved oak fireplace from a lobby of a hotel in Sussex England. The living room also has lots of built in book shelves, bay windows, and a cathedral ceiling that supports the loft above. Home was built in 1988 on part raised and part slab foundation, all of the bricks used from the stairs to entrance , the exterior and the fireplaces came from Santa Maria and San Luis Obispo. The family room has a fireplace and a sunken wet bar and opens to huge grounds. Hallway has 2 large closets. Inside this home can be made into 2 mother in laws quarters, downstairs used to be a studio with a small kitchen and its own bath. Upstairs has 1 bedroom with a kitchen. There are 3 decks that surrounds the upstairs of the home with view of the Orcutt Hills. Master bedroom is completely remodeled with with tile flooring that is heated and a fireplace and a huge walk in closet. Master bath has marble walls, a soaking tub, large walk in shower with 2 shower heads, double sinks, a large sauna for relaxing. Home has solar panels that are paid for and a 4-car garage for your toys. The home is completely fenced with some wrought iron that surrounds the front with a large wrought iron electric gate. The original owners were a 3 way lot split but never finished. Here is your chance to build many ADU'S or more homes, check with County of Santa Barbara. The animal statues on the property stays. Large covered deck, maybe use for party ventures, but check with the County, This home is must see!
No exterior & parking available.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 3.0 | 60% |
| Baths | 4.0 | 2.0 | 88% |
| Square foot | 4,346 | 1,862 | 99% |
| Lot Size | 67,082 | 9,583 | 97% |
| Price | $2.00M | $789.9K | 99% |
| Price per sq ft | $460 | $419 | 66% |
| Built year | 1988 | 1980 | 66% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 45 | 173 | 1% |
Apr 22, 2026
$1,999,000
Initial Listing
Aug 5, 2022
$1,200,000
Public Record