$17,900,000
Est. $100,240/mo249 Lambert Road, Carpinteria, CA 93013
About this home
PACIFICA ESTATE is a rare residential offering of cultural, architectural, and academic significance. Originally built in 1924 for philanthropist and industrialist Max Fleischmann, heir to the Fleischmann Yeast fortune, the residence was designed by the renowned firm Johnson, Kaufmann, and Coate. Their vision established a timeless estate that has since evolved into a landmark on California's Central Coast.For more than three decades, the property has been home to Pacifica Graduate Institute under a Conditional Use Permit. The Institute expanded the grounds into a dynamic campus with five administrative buildings, organic orchards, water features, and tranquil gardens. This thoughtful stewardship has preserved the estate's natural beauty while enriching its cultural and educational legacy.Set on 12.22 acres, the estate retains the essence of its original 1,200-acre expanse. Its lush landscape, storied history, and prime location create a foundation of exceptional value. The property's existing infrastructure - multiple structures, vast grounds, and ample parking - offers flexibility for future uses, from continuing the academic tradtiions, creative endeavors to private residential living. For the discerning buyer, future possibilities abound. The estate could be reimagined as a private luxury compound with a primary residence, guest houses, vineyards, orchards, equestrian facilities, pools, and wellness amenities. Alternatively, its academic framework can be adapted "as-is" or thoughtfully reinterpreted. Whether restored to its original grandeur or envisioned through a modern lens, Pacifica Estate presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to own a significant piece of California's coastal heritage.
infoProperty Facts
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
11
Square Feet
15,317
Lot Size
532,303 sqft
Year Built
1929
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Days on Market
103
HOA Fee
N/A
MLS #
25595477
chairInterior Details
General Interior
Interior Features
Beamed Ceilings, Crown Molding, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Living Room Deck Attached, See Remarks, Storage
Flooring
Tile, Wood
Fireplace
Family Room, Great Room, Library, Living Room
Accessibility
Parking
Kitchen & Appliances
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood
Laundry
See Remarks
Climate Control
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Forced Air
garageParking
Total Parking Spaces
67
Open Parking Spaces
67
Parking Features
Guest, Public, Uncovered
deckExterior & Lot
Building & Construction
Patio & Porch
Deck, Lanai, Porch, See Remarks, Tile, Wood
Fencing
Partial
Security
Fire Sprinkler System, Resident Manager
Construction
Other, Stucco
Foundation
Raised
Direction Faced
East
Lot & Grounds
Lot Features
Agricultural, Lawn, Landscaped, Yard
Sewer
Sewer Tap Paid
Water Source
Public
Mortgage Calculator
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Nearby Schools
| Rating | School Name |
|---|---|
9 | GreatSchools High (Demo) public School • ratio 22:1 |
7 | Valley View Elementary (Demo) public School • ratio 18:1 |
6 | Lincoln Middle School (Demo) public School • ratio 20:1 |
NR | St. Mary Example Academy (Demo) private School • ratio 12:1 |
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Market Insights
Estimated Value
Market Temperature
Balanced market
Avg. time on market
This is a Balanced Market. Homes are selling at a moderate pace.
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