561 Alisal Rd, Solvang, CA 93463
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SOLD
OCT 9, 2026

$1,945,150

Last sold price
  • 7 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 2,500 sqft (on 0.26 acres)

561 Alisal Rd, Solvang, CA 93463

Est. Refi. Payment $12,298/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 9, 2026 for $1,945,150 (2% below list price)

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.09
Single-Family Home
$1,539,000
12/23/25
4
3.5
1,860
0.26
Single-Family Home
$1,108,000
03/03/26
4
3
2,046
0.57
Single-Family Home
$1,599,000
07/22/26
4
3.5
2,210
0.70
Single-Family Home
$1,599,000
01/16/26
4
3.5
2,210
0.69
Single-Family Home
$1,700,000
08/11/26
4
3.5
2,338
0.44
Single-Family Home
$1,220,000
10/06/26
3
3
2,070
0.48
Single-Family Home
$1,455,000
09/18/26
4
3
2,272
0.46
Single-Family Home
$2,125,000
03/05/26
5
3
3,400
0.26
Single-Family Home
$1,585,000
07/06/26
3
2
2,270

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.00
-
7
4.5
3,000
Off Market
0.01
$1,578,400
2
2
1,600
Off Market
0.02
$968,200
3
2
-
Off Market
0.02
-
1
1
-
Off Market
0.03
-
1
1
550
Off Market
0.03
-
1
1
550
Off Market
0.03
-
Studio
1
350
Off Market
0.03
-
1
1
550
Off Market
0.03
-
Studio
1
400
Off Market
0.03
-
1
1
550
Off Market
0.03
-
Studio
1
-
Off Market
0.03
$976,900
1
1
-
Off Market
0.03
$849,800
1
1
550
Off Market
0.03
-
1
1
650
Off Market
0.03
$868,200
1
1
650
Off Market
0.03
-
1
1
550
Off Market
0.03
$976,900
1
1
-
Off Market
0.03
-
1
1
550
Off Market
0.03
$976,900
1
1
-
Off Market
0.03
$1,166,200
Studio
-
-
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1920
0.26 acre lot
2,500 sqft
$778/sqft
2 Car Garage

About this House

What's unique:Two income-producing adus
Dolly Parton's former Solvang retreat -- now a rare legacy residence with two income-producing ADUs, available as the world remembers her.On August 25, 2026, Dolly Parton -- the Queen of Country and one of the most beloved figures in American life -- passed away at 80 (Reuters). In the days since, national attention has turned back to the places that shaped her story. This is one of them: her former private Solvang retreat, a property that carries the kind of provenance no other listing in the Santa Ynez Valley can offer -- and that now sits at the exact moment when the world is listening.This is a single-family home in the heart of downtown Solvang, paired with two separate accessory dwelling units (ADUs) already generating real rental income today. It is the same property known as Dolly Parton's former Solvang retreat, and it is exactly the kind of legacy asset that multi-generational families and income-focused buyers wish they had found first.The layout works two ways, and both are compelling. For a multi-generational family, the front home is ideal for parents or grandparents, while the two private rear ADUs give adult children, extended family, or caregivers their own separate space and privacy -- all on one lot. For an income-focused buyer, those same two ADUs are fully separate, income-producing units generating approximately $116,000 per year in gross rental income, on top of whatever the front home itself is worth to occupy or rent.What makes this property truly irreplaceable is the story built into the walls. The upper rear unit still holds the original Wig Room from the property's days as Dolly Parton's private retreat -- a rare, documented piece of cultural history that no other listing in the Santa Ynez Valley can offer. Buyers here do not simply acquire income and square footage. They acquire a piece of Dolly's story and Solvang's history -- a narrative that instantly sets the property apart and that every future buyer will want to hear, too.Every unit has its own private deck and its own sense of separation, which supports strong tenant retention, easy self-management, and long-term rental strength. That kind of functional privacy is difficult to find in multi-unit properties and is a major reason this layout performs so well for both occupancy and rental appeal.Downtown Solvang keeps demand steady year-round. Walkable restaurants, tasting rooms, and the town's standing as the Danish Capital of California draw a constant flow of visitors and renters, which supports both occupancy and long-term appreciation for a property positioned exactly like this one.This is the moment. Properties that combine verified income, real upside, true multi-unit flexibility, genuine privacy, and a documented celebrity story almost never come up for sale together -- let alone all at once, at the height of national attention surrounding Dolly Parton's legacy. Whether you are a multi-generational family looking for one property that works for everyone, or a cash buyer who wants immediate income with room to grow and a story no one else can tell, this is the kind of listing you move on quickly, not the kind you wait on.Private showings by appointment only. Proof of funds required to schedule a private viewing. Rental figures and square footage per owner, buyer to verify. Please do not disturb tenants. Interior access is subject to an accepted offer.
561 Alisal Rd, Solvang, CA 93463 is a 7 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 2,500 sqft single-family home built in 1920. It last sold for $1,945,150 on Oct 9, 2026 (2% below the $1,995,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $5,438/month.
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Daniel Ferguson DRE#: 02305088, (323) 646-3918
Black Oak Group Homes and Mortgages
Bought with: Daniel Ferguson DRE#: 02305088, (323) 646-3918, Black Oak Group Homes and Mortgages
Source: North Santa Barbara County MLS, MLS#26001575

Home Details for 561 Alisal Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Other
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 7Number of Bathrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (quarter): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2500 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Phone ConnectedLaundry: Coin Op
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Wall Furnace,Natural Gas,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Other,Ceiling Fan(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Wall Furnace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Low Emissivity Windows
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: Deck, PatioFencing: FencedOther Structures: Tool Shed, Additional Dwelling UnitExterior: Dog RunFoundation: Raised, Slab
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached
Frontage
Road Surface Type: Paved
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 41

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Stucco
Property Information
Parcel Number: 139123026

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,995,000Price Per Sqft: $778/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Solvang

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2500 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.26 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Own/Licensee, Agent Rel/Princ

Offer

Listing Terms: New Loan, 1031 Exchange, Cash

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 26001575Living Area Range Units: Square Feet

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 9, 2026
Source: North Santa Barbara County MLS #26001575
Sold
$1,945,150
Sep 15, 2026
Source: North Santa Barbara County MLS #26001575
Pending
$1,995,000
May 4, 2026
Source: North Santa Barbara County MLS #26000851
Listed For Sale
$1,995,000
Feb 4, 2022
Source: N/A
Sold
$1,367,500
Jun 27, 2014
Source: N/A
Sold
$940,000

Market trends in Solvang

Last updated September 2026
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What Locals Say about Solvang

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  • 75% say there's holiday spirit
  • 64% say there are sidewalks
  • 56% say neighbors are friendly
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At least 40 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 90 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 88 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 84 % Say parking is easy

  • 80 % Say car is needed

  • 80 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 79 % Say it's quiet

  • 75 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 67 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 65 % Say there's wildlife

  • 64 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 59 % Say kids play outside

  • 57 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 56 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 27 % Say there are community events

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  • Christinar1029
    "Right outside of town quick trip into or just out of town easily. You can use backroads to avoid most traffic but quick in and out."
  • Trulia User
    "It’s a great blend of nature, beautiful naturescapes & suburbia. There’s also a great downtown. A lovely place to live. "
  • Christajroth
    "Fourth of July and Christmas are my favorite holidays in Solvang. It is a great community with great proximity to Santa Barbara. "
  • Violetta C.
    "I live in this neighborhood and its pretty amazing its very quite and in the mornings you can have a nice walk which lots of people walk their dogs in the morning its amazing living here its a very nice community with so many parades "
  • Pat654
    "The Solvang community is a spectacular place. The weather is great; the people are exceptional. It is a wonderful place to live."
  • Deborah A. D.
    "Beautiful hills and valleys, great oaks, nature all around. Peaceful setting!"
  • Beartrout1
    "This area is amazing. Wonderful public school. Ballard is an exceptional school run like a private school because it is it's own district. So safe in all neighborhoods. Recreation includes sports of all kinds, hiking, hunting, fishing, lake activities, outdoor theater, movie theater, casino, spas, modern YMCA, 5 golf courses within 20 minutes, great independent restaurants, and wine tasting excursions."
  • Charlene A.
    "Clean, quiet, fun activities on weekends, safe, great schools, great people... what more could you ask for!"
  • Beartrout1
    "This is a wonderful area--great neighbors and loads of activities. Camping, fishing, outdoor theater, movie theater, casino entertainment, four star accommodations, wonderful restaurants, 4-5 golf courses nearby, bicycling, tennis, horseback riding, hiking, gambling, wine tasting, and shopping and night life in Santa Barbara ( a short drive away) just to name a few activities. entertainment, four star accommodations, wonderful restaurants, 4-5 golf courses nearby, bicycling, tennis, horseback riding, hiking, gambling, wine tasting, and shopping and night life in Santa Barbara ( a short drive away) just to name a few activities. "
  • William E. R.
    "Safe streets, good schools, clean air, lots of Danish bakeries. Great town for families and kids, Santa Barbara just over the hill for the massive shopping experience, deserted beaches 20 minutes away."

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Frequently asked questions about 561 Alisal Rd

  • What is the price history for 561 Alisal Rd?
    561 Alisal Rd in Solvang, CA last sold for $1,945,150 in October 2026.
  • Is Solvang a buyer's or seller's market?
    Solvang is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Solvang?
    Residents describe Solvang, CA as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Solvang, CA.
  • What are the closest schools to 561 Alisal Rd?
    The closest schools to 561 Alisal Rd in Solvang, CA are Santa Ynez Valley Union High School (rated 9/10), Solvang Elementary School (Middle, rated 8/10).
  • Does 561 Alisal Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 561 Alisal Rd in Solvang, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 561 Alisal Rd have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 561 Alisal Rd in Solvang, CA has laundry facilities.

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