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.
Single-familyProperty Type
2001Year Built
2.96 acresLot Size
$1,280Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Janet Caminite, Realtor - Multi Licensed in CA and CO Caminite•DRE #01273668• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Listed by Richard van Seenus•DRE #01856317• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Bought with Janet Caminite, Realtor - Multi Licensed in CA and CO Caminite•DRE #01273668• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Casa Flores a la Torre designed by architect Henry Lenny with Mexican haciendas in mind, is nestled in the foothills of Toro Canyon on nearly 3-acres, delivering old world charm to its hillside location, 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 countertops, custom designed wrought iron decor, flooring of Cantera stone, terra cotta tile and hickory with walnut cabinetry in the study. This gated estate is comprised of expansive gardens, 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, biking and riding trails and the Summerland and Padaro Beaches.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #CRV0-220005651
Oct 23, 2020
Sold
$3,250,000
$849/sq ft
Jun 3, 2020
Listed
$3,295,000
$861/sq ft
Casa Flores a la Torre designed by architect Henry Lenny with Mexican haciendas in mind, is nestled in the foothills of Toro Canyon on nearly 3-acres, delivering old world charm to its hillside location, 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 countertops, custom designed wrought iron decor, flooring of Cantera stone, terra cotta tile and hickory with walnut cabinetry in the study.This gated estate is comprised of expansive gardens, 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, biking and riding trails and the Summerland and Padaro Beaches.
SBMLS #20-633
Oct 20, 2020
Sold
$3,250,000
$849/sq ft
Sep 6, 2020
Contingent
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Aug 17, 2020
Price Changed
$3,295,000
$861/sq ft
Feb 19, 2020
Listed
$3,495,000
$913/sq ft
SBMLS #19-70
Feb 6, 2020
Listing Removed
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Oct 7, 2019
Price Changed
$3,550,000
$928/sq ft
Jan 7, 2019
Listed
$3,800,000
$993/sq ft
SBMLS #18-4273
Feb 6, 2020
Listing Removed
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Oct 7, 2019
Price Changed
$3,550,000
$928/sq ft
Dec 11, 2018
Listed
$3,800,000
$993/sq ft
SBMLS #96-1565
Sep 28, 2016
Listing Removed
—
May 21, 1996
Listed
$269,000
$70/sq ft
SBMLS #95-1202
Sep 28, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Apr 10, 1995
Listed
$317,500
$83/sq ft
SBMLS #94-2254
Sep 28, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Jun 27, 1994
Listed
$300,000
$78/sq ft
SBMLS #93-244
Sep 28, 2016
Listing Removed
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Jan 20, 1993
Listed
$340,000
$89/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$37,340 (+2.0%)
$1,656,120 + $1,932,141
$3,588,261
2024
$36,617 (+1.8%)
$1,623,648 + $1,894,256
$3,517,904
2023
$35,969 (+1.0%)
$1,591,812 + $1,857,114
$3,448,926
2022
$35,601 (+2.1%)
$1,560,600 + $1,820,700
$3,381,300
2021
$34,868 (+79.0%)
$1,530,000 + $1,785,000
$3,315,000
2020
$19,483 (+5.0%)
$1,500,000 + $1,750,000
$3,250,000
2019
$18,554 (+1.6%)
$664,803 + $1,127,921
$1,792,724
2018
$18,262 (+1.8%)
$651,768 + $1,105,805
$1,757,573
2017
$17,946 (+1.8%)
$626,460 + $1,062,866
$1,689,326
2016
$17,636 (+1.1%)
$626,460 + $1,062,866
$1,689,326
2015
$17,438 (+6.3%)
$614,177 + $1,042,026
$1,656,203
2014
$16,398 (+0.1%)
$593,102 + $1,006,269
$1,599,371
2013
$16,374 (+1.9%)
$593,102 + $1,006,269
$1,599,371
2012
$16,067 (+2.0%)
$590,422 + $1,001,722
$1,592,144
2011
$15,752 (+0.5%)
$578,846 + $982,081
$1,560,927
2009
$15,680 (+1.4%)
$563,256 + $955,630
$1,518,886
2008
$15,458
$553,525 + $939,119
$1,492,644
Tax history for 3000 Foothill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$37,340 (+2.0%)
$1,656,120 + $1,932,141
$3,588,261
2024
$36,617 (+1.8%)
$1,623,648 + $1,894,256
$3,517,904
2023
$35,969 (+1.0%)
$1,591,812 + $1,857,114
$3,448,926
2022
$35,601 (+2.1%)
$1,560,600 + $1,820,700
$3,381,300
2021
$34,868 (+79.0%)
$1,530,000 + $1,785,000
$3,315,000
2020
$19,483 (+5.0%)
$1,500,000 + $1,750,000
$3,250,000
2019
$18,554 (+1.6%)
$664,803 + $1,127,921
$1,792,724
2018
$18,262 (+1.8%)
$651,768 + $1,105,805
$1,757,573
2017
$17,946 (+1.8%)
$626,460 + $1,062,866
$1,689,326
2016
$17,636 (+1.1%)
$626,460 + $1,062,866
$1,689,326
2015
$17,438 (+6.3%)
$614,177 + $1,042,026
$1,656,203
2014
$16,398 (+0.1%)
$593,102 + $1,006,269
$1,599,371
2013
$16,374 (+1.9%)
$593,102 + $1,006,269
$1,599,371
2012
$16,067 (+2.0%)
$590,422 + $1,001,722
$1,592,144
2011
$15,752 (+0.5%)
$578,846 + $982,081
$1,560,927
2009
$15,680 (+1.4%)
$563,256 + $955,630
$1,518,886
2008
$15,458
$553,525 + $939,119
$1,492,644
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
3
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
2.96 Acres
Year renovated
2002
Sq. Ft.
3,826
Year built
2001
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
155140057
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
AG-I-10
D
Agricultural I Zone
The AG-I zone is applied to areas appropriate for agricultural use within Urban, Inner Rural, and Existing Developed Rural Neighborhood areas, as designated on the Comprehensive Plan maps. The intent is to provide standards that will support agriculture as a viable land use and encourage maximum agricultural productivity.