Set on nearly 16 ocean view acres in the peaceful foothills of Carpinteria, Villa Calafia is a rare 1930s estate by esteemed architect Gordon B. Kaufmann, AIA, known for Greystone Mansion and the Los Angeles Times Building. This Tuscan-inspired retreat reflects the scale and elegance of California's architectural heritage. The 4-bedroom main residence showcases arched thresholds, balanced proportions, and Mediterranean refinement, framed by sweeping ocean views. Three independent two-story guest residences, each with living room and kitchen, provide flexible private accommodations. The grounds include a tennis court, equestrian facilities, eight-car covered parking, citrus and avocado groves, and space for a pool or gardens. Minutes to Montecito and Santa Barbara, yet worlds away from LA.
Active
$14,500,000
405 Toro Canyon Rd, Carpinteria, CA 93013
8beds
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Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
15.75 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Sweeping ocean viewsMediterranean refinementTennis courtCitrus and avocado grovesEight-car covered parkingTuscan-inspired retreatArched thresholds
- 4 days |
- 1,080 |
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: 23 hours ago
Listed by:
Katherine Blackwood 01237139,
Compass,
Jason G Siemens 01886104 805-455-1165,
Sotheby's International Realty
Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 26-625
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 7
Heating
- Electric, Radiant
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Stone, Tile
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Garage, Carport
- Garage spaces: 3
- Carport spaces: 5
- Covered spaces: 8
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Tennis Court(s), Lawn, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation T/O
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Ocean, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
Lot
- Size: 15.75 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Level
- Topography: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop, Gazebo, Shed(s), Stable(s), Paddock, Greenhouse, Horse Facility
- Parcel number: 005100023
- Zoning: Other
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean,Estate
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Mixed
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Carp Wtr
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: 05 - Summerland
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Tennis Court(s)
Location
- Region: Carpinteria
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $563,424
- Annual tax amount: $8,678
- Date on market: 2/27/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 252 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$7,695/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $14,500,000-9.3% |
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| 2/19/2026 | Listing removed | $15,995,000 |
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| 9/12/2025 | Price change | $15,995,000-13.5% |
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| 6/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $18,500,000 |
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| 9/16/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/6/2022 | Listed for rent | $7,500 |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,678 +1.4% | $563,424 +2% |
| 2024 | $8,558 +1.3% | $552,378 +2% |
| 2023 | $8,448 -13% | $541,548 +2% |
| 2022 | $9,714 +1.3% | $530,931 +2% |
| 2021 | $9,585 +0.6% | $520,521 +1% |
| 2020 | $9,528 +63% | $515,184 +2% |
| 2019 | $5,844 +1.5% | $505,083 +2% |
| 2018 | $5,757 +1.7% | $495,180 +2% |
| 2017 | $5,662 +1.7% | $485,472 +2% |
| 2016 | $5,570 +6.9% | $475,954 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $5,211 | $468,806 +2% |
| 2014 | $5,211 | $459,624 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $448,577 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $439,782 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $436,496 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $437,534 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $428,956 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $420,546 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $412,301 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $404,218 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $389,031 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $381,403 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$84,345/mo
Principal & interest
$71416
Property taxes
$12929
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 93013
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Summerland Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.3 mi
- 5/10Carpinteria Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.1 mi
- 7/10Carpinteria Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Summerland
- Middle: Carp. Jr.
- High: Carp. Sr.
Source: SBMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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