NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $4,093,000 - $5,913,374

2 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,826 Sq Ft
$1,405/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 20, 2020

Last sale price $3,250,000 $849 Per Sq Ft

Est. 66% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $32,608/month

200 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • 2.96 Acre Lot
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Fruit Trees
  • Property is near a park

About This Home

As of October 2020

Casa Flores a la Torre is a two bedroom home with a private office and gym that was designed by architect Henry Lenny with Mexican haciendas in mind. A high value quality custom estate offered at an unprecedented price. Nestled in the foothills of Toro Canyon delivering old world charm to its hillside location and offering sweeping views of the mountains, ocean, coastline and Channel Islands.

The covered veranda incorporates Cantera stone flooring, hand-made stone columns and exposed wood beams, offering the perfect setting to relax and relish the glorious sunsets. The interior boasts vaulted ceilings, hand-hewed wood beams, custom iron windows and doors, artistic stone carvings, Jerusalem limestone and travertine counter, custom designed wrought iron decor, flooring of Cantera stone, terra cotta tile and hickory with walnut cabinetry in the study/office. This gated estate is situated on nearly three-acres comprising of fruit trees, a cutting garden and a scenic site ideal for a guest house or studio. It is conveniently located on the border of Montecito and Carpinteria and only minutes from the freeway. It is within easy access to the Santa Barbara Polo Club, numerous hiking trails and Summerland Beach.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Janet Caminite

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01273668 Listed on: 02/24/2020

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Co-Listed By

Richard van Seenus

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01856317

Last Buyer's Agent

Janet Caminite

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01273668 Listed on: 02/24/2020

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $36,617

Year Built

  • Built in 2001

Lot Details

  • 2.96 Acre Lot
  • Gated Home
  • Irrigation
  • Fruit Trees
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Woods
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 3,826 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Library
  • Home Gym
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Stone
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom

Home Security

  • Monitored
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • Direct Access Garage
  • 12 Open Parking Spaces

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Fireplace in Patio

Location

  • Property is near a park
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Aliso Elementary School
  • Carp. Jr. Middle School
  • Carp. Sr. High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Underground Utilities
  • Well
  • Water Softener is Owned

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 155-140-057

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$36,617

Year Built

Built in 2001

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Directions: from 101 exit Padaro Lane, turn right onto Via Real to Toro Canyon, turn left to Foothill Road, turn right (east) to property on left
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Laundry Room
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Monitored, Gate:Elec, Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Co List Office Mls Id: pruc1
  • Co List Office Phone: 805-969-5026
  • Architectural Style: Medit
  • Reso Flooring: Hardwood, Stone, Tile
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 2001
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 2.96
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Aliso
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: Carp. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: Carp. Sr.
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • Site Improvements Underground Util: Yes
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Interior Access: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fruit Trees2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Bar2: Yes
  • Laundry Laundry Room2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Disposal3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Gas Stove3: Yes
  • Appliances Included Microwave3: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • Security Security System: Yes
  • Security GateElec: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • Property Information Main House SqFt: 3826.0
  • Construction Two Story2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #33: Yes
  • View Wooded3: Yes
  • Rooms Exercise Room2: Yes
  • Dining Breakfast Area2: Yes
  • Dining Formal2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s):_two_4: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Gas8: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Primary Bedroom: Yes
  • WaterSewer Pvt Well In: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Stone2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Wooded4: Yes
  • Roof:Tile2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Yard Irrigation PRT: Yes
  • ViewOcean: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Total # Uncovered Spaces: 12.0
  • Appliances Included Wtr SoftenerOwned: Yes
  • Style Medit2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Covered2: Yes
  • Rooms LbryStudy: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) Patio3: Yes
  • Security Monitored2: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Stove, Microwave, Wtr Softener/Owned
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Primary Bedroom, Other, 2+, Gas, LR, Patio

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile
  • View: Mountain(s), Ocean, Wooded
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 2.96
  • Exterior Features: Patio Open, Patio Covered, Fruit Trees, Wooded, Yard Irrigation PRT
  • Foundation Details: Mixed

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Open Parking Spaces: 12.0
  • Parking Features: Gar #3, Interior Access

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Utilities: Underground Util
  • Water Source: Private, Mont Wtr
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Unit 1 Amenities:Cathedral Ceiling(s)2: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Aliso
  • High School: Carp. Sr.
  • Middle Or Junior School: Carp. Jr.

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 155-140-057
  • Zoning: Other
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 128937.6
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 24, 2024
Sold by
Williams Peter J
Bought by
Peter J Williams Separate Property Trust and Williams
Current Estimated Value
$5,398,538

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 24, 2020
Closed on
Oct 16, 2020
Sold by
Friden Kerin and Kerin Friden 2004 Trust
Bought by
Williams Peter J
Seller's Agent
Janet Caminite
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Janet Caminite
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$3,495,000
Sold Price
$3,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$245,000
-7.01%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.31%
Original Mortgage
$2,100,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 11, 2006
Sold by
Friden Kerin
Bought by
Friden Kerin

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 11, 2005
Sold by
Friden Kerin
Bought by
Friden Kerin

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,000,000
Interest Rate
5.62%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 27, 2004
Sold by
Friden Kerin
Bought by
Friden Kerin

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 12, 1996
Sold by
Baumgartner William Louis
Bought by
Friden Eric and Friden Kerin

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
8.18%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Peter J Williams Separate Property Trust -- None Listed On Document
Peter J Williams Separate Property Trust -- None Listed On Document
Williams Peter J $3,250,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Friden Kerin -- None Available
Friden Kerin -- Fidelity National Title Co
Friden Kerin -- --
Friden Eric -- Equity Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Williams Peter J $2,100,000
Previous Owner Friden Kerin $2,000,000
Previous Owner Friden Kerin $2,000,000
Previous Owner Friden Kerin $2,000,000
Previous Owner Friden Eric $2,000,000
Previous Owner Friden Erin $500,000
Previous Owner Friden Eric $1,400,000
Previous Owner Friden Eric $150,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/20/2020 10/20/20 Sold $3,250,000 -7.0% $849 / Sq Ft
09/06/2020 09/06/20 Pending -- -- --
02/19/2020 02/19/20 For Sale $3,495,000 -- $913 / Sq Ft
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $36,617 $3,517,904 $1,623,648 $1,894,256
2023 $36,617 $3,381,300 $1,560,600 $1,820,700
2022 $35,601 $3,315,000 $1,530,000 $1,785,000
2021 $34,868 $3,250,000 $1,500,000 $1,750,000
2020 $19,483 $1,792,724 $664,803 $1,127,921
2019 $18,554 $1,757,573 $651,768 $1,105,805
2018 $18,262 $1,723,112 $638,989 $1,084,123
2017 $17,946 $1,689,326 $626,460 $1,062,866
2016 $17,636 $1,656,203 $614,177 $1,042,026
2015 $17,439 $1,631,326 $604,952 $1,026,374
2014 -- $1,599,371 $593,102 $1,006,269
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 20-633

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 155-140-057