The California housing market defies inventory as sales increase 1.3% from this time last year. The San Francisco Bay Area’s median price of Single Family Homes was $856,200, increasing 10.2 percent from last year. Sales in the Bay area increased 6.5% from a year ago. The median price in the Central Valley… more
Toro Canyon Residence
Toro Canyon Residence Montecito, CA What if a home could be built to be environmentally resilient, wildfire resistant, and yet comfortable and open to the extraordinary ocean view site? This residence on a 10-acre site is approached via a narrow, tree covered drive, ending at a small clearing with views of the Pacific Ocean and… more
Santa Barbara Beautiful Event and Awards Gala
Each year, Santa Barbara Beautiful recognizes important beautification projects throughout the city through our Annual Awards program. From small single-family residence do-it-yourself projects to estate gardens, civic buildings, theatres, placing art in public places, and everything in between, these awards single out exemplary properties – and the individuals involved – that expand the beauty of… more
Bestor Architecture – Toro Canyon House
Toro Canyon House Santa Barbara County , by Bestor Architecture There is a dramatic and winding approach up through the landscape that keeps the compound hidden until the last moment. The site strategy is one of slow revelation and discovery of the house and- ultimately- the view. The road, which had to be built… more
Montecito Land Parcel with Amazing Views – New Price
838 Toro Canyon Rd. Montecito Ocean-View Land Parcel – New Price! 838 Toro Canyon Rd, Montecito, CA 93108 5 Ridgetop Acres. with Building Plans Now Offered at $1,149,000 Showings by Appointment www.838Toro.com Five ridge-top acres in the prime Toro Canyon estate area surrounded by gracious mountains and broad ocean and Harbor views. Stunning… more