1500 Old Airline Hwy, Paicines, CA, 95043
About This Home
Rarely does a property of this scale and setting come to market. Welcome to 1500 Old Airline Highway, an iconic Paicines estate offering 7,000+ sq ft of living space on 25 private acres surrounded by breathtaking San Benito County hills. Located just off scenic Highway 25, this rare property offers peaceful country living only 15-20 minutes from downtown Hollister. Designed for multi-generational living, rental income potential, or the ultimate family compound, the property features two connected residences joined by a charming breezeway and turret. The main home offers expansive living spaces, oversized windows with picturesque sunrise views, and a stunning game room. Altogether, the property features 8 bedrooms, 6 full baths, and 2 half baths. The secondary residence provides ideal space for guests, extended family, or income potential. Enjoy enormous wraparound decks, flat arena area, cross-fenced pasture, fully fenced grounds, chicken coop, dog run, two water holding tanks, new well pump, private well, and septic. Whether you dream of horses, homesteading, rental income, or quiet country living, the possibilities here are endless. Properties in Paicines are exceptionally rare, making this an extraordinary opportunity.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Not Bike FriendlySchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1978
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Double Oven,Refrigerator
- Laundry features: In Utility Room
Bathroom
- Features: PrimaryStallShowers, ShowersoverTubs2plus, PrimaryOversizedTub
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Features: BreakfastBar, DiningArea, FormalDiningRoom
Family Room
- Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
Features
- Flooring: Carpet,Hardwood,Laminate,Vinyl Linoleum
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central Forced Air
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 7,000
- Total interior livable area: 7,000 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_Tile, Pantry
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 026120054000
- Zoning: AR
- Special condition: Standard
- Horse amenities: CrossFenced,Pasture
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Dog Run/Kennel,Fenced,Storage Shed Structure
- Fencing: Barbed Wire
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Lot
- Lot size: 25.50 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Attached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 5
- Covered spaces: 5
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Earthquake
- Inland Flooding
- Landslide
- Wildfire
- Drought
- Heat Wave
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in San Benito County and California
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $9,602 | $115,224 |
| Home Insurance * | $505 | $6,060 |
| Property Taxes | $1,753 | $21,036 |
| Electricity | $1,501 | $18,012 |
| Total | $13,361 | $160,332 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-02 | Price change | $1,899,000 |
| 2026-05-22 | Listed for sale | $1,999,000 |
| 2002-09-04 | Sold | $225,000 |
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