One of Montecito’s most magical settings, heritage oaks, huge boulders and creek running through rear of property. Graced with Artisan stonework, pathways meander through native landscaping to terraces and creek. Bonus office/studio with covered balcony overlooking estate grounds. Vaulted open beamed ceilings, skylights and large windows that invite in light and outdoor views.
Single-familyProperty Type
1981Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$1,977Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Andrew Templeton• Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Jonathan Ohlgren• Engel & Volkers Santa Ynez
Enchanting storybook woodland setting for this inviting three bedroom, two bath plus loft country home on approximately one acre. Set amongst towering oaks and ancient boulders on a desirable Montecito lane. The property provides privacy and seclusion, yet just minutes to Montecito's villages.
Public Records
Jan 28, 1980
Sold
$70,000
$35/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$22,833 (+2.0%)
$1,507,262 + $697,106
$2,204,368
2024
$22,388 (+1.8%)
$1,477,708 + $683,438
$2,161,146
2023
$21,990 (+1.3%)
$1,448,734 + $670,038
$2,118,772
2022
$21,707 (+2.1%)
$1,420,328 + $656,900
$2,077,228
2021
$21,256 (+1.0%)
$1,392,479 + $644,020
$2,036,499
2020
$21,045 (+3.1%)
$1,365,176 + $631,393
$1,996,569
2019
$20,414 (+1.4%)
$1,351,178 + $624,919
$1,976,097
2018
$20,124 (+1.8%)
$1,324,685 + $612,666
$1,937,351
2017
$19,777 (+1.8%)
$1,273,247 + $588,876
$1,862,123
2016
$19,436 (+1.1%)
$1,273,247 + $588,876
$1,862,123
2015
$19,219 (+6.4%)
$1,248,282 + $577,330
$1,825,612
2014
$18,069 (+0.1%)
$1,205,448 + $557,519
$1,762,967
2013
$18,043 (+38.9%)
$1,205,448 + $557,519
$1,762,967
2012
$12,991 (+2.0%)
$1,200,000 + $555,000
$1,755,000
2011
$12,735 (+0.5%)
$758,405 + $509,375
$1,267,780
2009
$12,677 (+1.9%)
$737,979 + $495,656
$1,233,635
2008
$12,438
$725,229 + $487,093
$1,212,322
Tax history for 2940 Torito Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$22,833 (+2.0%)
$1,507,262 + $697,106
$2,204,368
2024
$22,388 (+1.8%)
$1,477,708 + $683,438
$2,161,146
2023
$21,990 (+1.3%)
$1,448,734 + $670,038
$2,118,772
2022
$21,707 (+2.1%)
$1,420,328 + $656,900
$2,077,228
2021
$21,256 (+1.0%)
$1,392,479 + $644,020
$2,036,499
2020
$21,045 (+3.1%)
$1,365,176 + $631,393
$1,996,569
2019
$20,414 (+1.4%)
$1,351,178 + $624,919
$1,976,097
2018
$20,124 (+1.8%)
$1,324,685 + $612,666
$1,937,351
2017
$19,777 (+1.8%)
$1,273,247 + $588,876
$1,862,123
2016
$19,436 (+1.1%)
$1,273,247 + $588,876
$1,862,123
2015
$19,219 (+6.4%)
$1,248,282 + $577,330
$1,825,612
2014
$18,069 (+0.1%)
$1,205,448 + $557,519
$1,762,967
2013
$18,043 (+38.9%)
$1,205,448 + $557,519
$1,762,967
2012
$12,991 (+2.0%)
$1,200,000 + $555,000
$1,755,000
2011
$12,735 (+0.5%)
$758,405 + $509,375
$1,267,780
2009
$12,677 (+1.9%)
$737,979 + $495,656
$1,233,635
2008
$12,438
$725,229 + $487,093
$1,212,322
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
1982
Sq. Ft.
1,978
Year built
1981
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
005050007
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Gar #2
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: No
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Dining Information
Breakfast Area
Interior Features
Fireplace Features: LR
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Raised
Exterior Features: Deck, Fruit Trees, Wooded
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Property Information
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Property Condition: Excellent
Levels: Split Level
Lot Information
View: Setting, Wooded
Lot Features: Rural
Zoning: E-1
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Utilities Information
Water Source: Mont Wtr
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Summerland
Middle Or Junior School: Carp. Jr.
High School: Carp. Sr.
Location Information
Cross Street: Toro Canyon
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,978
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1981
Year Renovated: 1982
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 005050007
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
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Schools
Summerland Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
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Carpinteria Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.1mi
5/10
Carpinteria Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.5mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 86° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$3.72M – $4.50M
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