Wonderful ocean views from all the main rooms of this 2,000 sf beautifully remodeled very light and bright home. On just over one acre of native landscaping and fruit trees, it is away from the main road, with a nice open rural feel, yet it is just minutes to Santa Barbara or Carpinteria. Large lower level den, spacious garage with built-ins, plenty of room to expand if desired.
Single-familyProperty Type
1973Year Built
1.1 acresLot Size
$1,455Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Gary Goldberg•DRE #01172139• Coastal Properties
Bought with Daniel Encell• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Wonderful ocean views from all the main rooms of this 2,000 sf beautifully remodeled very light and bright home. On just over one acre of native landscaping and fruit trees, it is away from the main road, with a nice open rural feel, yet it is just minutes to Santa Barbara or Carpinteria,. Large lower level den, spacious garage with built-ins, plenty of room to expand if desired.
SBMLS #15-3170
Jan 20, 2016
Sold
$1,388,000
$694/sq ft
Dec 4, 2015
Pending
—
Oct 29, 2015
Price Changed
$1,497,500
$749/sq ft
Sep 21, 2015
Listed
$1,595,000
$798/sq ft
SBMLS #15-2742
Aug 21, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Aug 12, 2015
Listed
$1,695,000
$848/sq ft
SBMLS #15-2740
Aug 21, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Aug 12, 2015
Listed
$1,695,000
$848/sq ft
SBMLS #15-1268
Aug 21, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Apr 21, 2015
Listed
$1,895,000
$948/sq ft
Apr 21, 2015
Price Changed
$1,695,000
$848/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,407 (+104.0%)
$1,384,951 + $384,338
$1,769,289
2024
$9,025 (−49.1%)
$1,357,796 + $376,802
$1,734,598
2023
$17,730 (+1.2%)
$1,331,173 + $369,414
$1,700,587
2022
$17,523 (+1.2%)
$1,305,072 + $362,171
$1,667,243
2021
$17,308 (+7.4%)
$1,279,483 + $355,070
$1,634,553
2020
$16,113 (+3.3%)
$1,262,950 + $353,626
$1,616,576
2019
$15,593 (+1.6%)
$1,190,674 + $311,739
$1,502,413
2018
$15,348 (+1.8%)
$1,167,328 + $305,627
$1,472,955
2017
$15,084 (+841.0%)
$1,122,000 + $293,760
$1,415,760
2016
$1,603 (+1.2%)
$1,122,000 + $293,760
$1,415,760
2015
$1,584 (+6.0%)
$48,686 + $100,012
$148,698
2014
$1,494 (+0.2%)
$47,016 + $96,581
$143,597
2013
$1,492 (+1.9%)
$47,016 + $96,581
$143,597
2012
$1,463 (+2.0%)
$46,804 + $96,145
$142,949
2011
$1,434 (+0.6%)
$45,887 + $94,260
$140,147
2009
$1,427 (+2.0%)
$44,652 + $91,722
$136,374
2008
$1,399
$43,882 + $90,138
$134,020
Tax history for 498 Toro Canyon Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,407 (+104.0%)
$1,384,951 + $384,338
$1,769,289
2024
$9,025 (−49.1%)
$1,357,796 + $376,802
$1,734,598
2023
$17,730 (+1.2%)
$1,331,173 + $369,414
$1,700,587
2022
$17,523 (+1.2%)
$1,305,072 + $362,171
$1,667,243
2021
$17,308 (+7.4%)
$1,279,483 + $355,070
$1,634,553
2020
$16,113 (+3.3%)
$1,262,950 + $353,626
$1,616,576
2019
$15,593 (+1.6%)
$1,190,674 + $311,739
$1,502,413
2018
$15,348 (+1.8%)
$1,167,328 + $305,627
$1,472,955
2017
$15,084 (+841.0%)
$1,122,000 + $293,760
$1,415,760
2016
$1,603 (+1.2%)
$1,122,000 + $293,760
$1,415,760
2015
$1,584 (+6.0%)
$48,686 + $100,012
$148,698
2014
$1,494 (+0.2%)
$47,016 + $96,581
$143,597
2013
$1,492 (+1.9%)
$47,016 + $96,581
$143,597
2012
$1,463 (+2.0%)
$46,804 + $96,145
$142,949
2011
$1,434 (+0.6%)
$45,887 + $94,260
$140,147
2009
$1,427 (+2.0%)
$44,652 + $91,722
$136,374
2008
$1,399
$43,882 + $90,138
$134,020
*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
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.1 Acres
Year renovated
1974
Sq. Ft.
2,164
Year built
1973
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
155140044
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, RV, Boat, Interior Access, Attached
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: Yes
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Room Information
Family Room 2
Dining Information
Formal
Breakfast Area
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Fireplace Features: Family Room
Appliances: Oven/Bltin, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Stove, Microwave
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Mixed
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio Open, Fruit Trees, Drought Tolerant LND
Construction Materials: Stucco
Roof: Composition
Property Information
Architectural Style: Craftsman
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Property Condition: Excellent
Levels: Split Level, Two
Lot Information
View: Ocean, Panoramic
Zoning: Other
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Utilities Information
Water Source: Mont Wtr
Sewer: Septic In
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
School Information
Elementary School: Summerland
Middle Or Junior School: Carp. Jr.
High School: Carp. Sr.
Location Information
Road Frontage Type: Easement
Cross Street: East Valley
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,164
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: 1974
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 155140044
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Summerland Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.6mi
10/10
Carpinteria Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.0mi
5/10
Carpinteria Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.4mi
7/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 86° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
13 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9.9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$2.76M – $3.35M
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