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BETSY J. GREEN PHOTOS

COUERTESY OF JOHN FRITSCHE

ADDRESS: 411 West Canon Perdido Street

W.W. Higgins's postcard showing icicles in Santa Barbara in January 1913

Home with a Picture-Perfect Past

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t all began with a hitching post. I was in the process of photographing and documenting a sandstone hitching post on the parkway and ended up chatting with the owner of this home. It’s a small Victorian cottage with attractive detailing. The shingles under the front gables form a distinctive basket-weave pattern. The most elaborate details on Victorian homes are often found just under the gables.

Once I started researching the history of the home, I learned that it was originally quite tiny. It’s common for older homes THE GREAT HOUSE DETECTIVE to grow over the decades. This home began as a narrow house that almost doubled in size when another portion was added on the east side of the home.

When I looked at the Sanborn Fire Insurance maps, I saw that in 1892, only the western portion of the home with the front porch was shown. At the back of the property, I could see a small

by Betsy J. Green stable that opened onto Transfer Avenue. Then, on the next Sanborn map that was drawn in 1907, the addition appeared, and in place of the stable, there was a small house in back.

These maps are available at the Gledhill Library on the Santa Barbara Historical Museum’s website.

A PROMINENT PHOTOGRAPHER

One of the home’s first owners was the family of William Warren Higgins; his wife, Marion; and their six children — four girls and two boys. The home’s addition was probably completed by the time this family of eight lived here. Marion was famous for her pies, so the home must have been filled with delicious scents. As if six kids and two parents were not enough for this small home, the family also had a parrot that was known for its wisecracks.

W.W. Higgins was a prominent photographer. He was a partner in the firm Brock-Higgins that operated here in the early 1900s. He photographed some of the old adobes that were still standing and was also the official photographer for the Santa Barbara High School yearbook.

Several of his photos were used for postcards that tourists could purchase here and send to friends back home. Perhaps his most famous — or infamous — photo was of a large fountain in a park near the beach with long icicles dripping from it! He took the photo during an exceptionally cold morning in January 1913. He then produced postcards with the photo.

Reportedly, the Chamber of Commerce froze in horror and bought up all the postcards lest the world be informed that we sometimes had real weather here in Santa Barbara. Higgins also invented a camera that would pan (swivel) to place an image on a piece of film 10 inches high and 45 inches wide.

As Higgins became more successful, he and his family moved to a larger home about 1910. For a while in the 19-teens, this home was rented — for $15 a month.

AN UNUSUAL STREET

The back of the property faces Transfer Avenue, a curious street that is only one block long and a mere 35 feet wide, instead of the usual 60 feet. It is also one of the few streets here named for a business — the Santa Barbara Transfer Company. Today, the street only extends from the freeway on the Westside to Castillo Street on the Eastside. In the past, the street was even shorter — Castillo Street was closed between Canon Perdido and De la Guerra streets because Mission Creek ran through that portion of the road. A small bridge crossed the creek, allowing traffic to pass along Canon Perdido Street. Today, a bridge permits traffic on both Canon Perdido Street and Castillo Street, and many people hardly notice the creek in this area.

I asked historian Neal Graffy about the Transfer Company. He told me it was a storage building for travelers’ luggage and trunks, and it occupied part of the Castillo Street right of way. The train station had been located on west Anapamu Street near the Arlington Hotel (now the Arlington Theatre). When our present station opened in 1905, the Santa Barbara Transfer Company also moved.

Please do not disturb the residents of 411 West Canon Perdido Street.

Betsy J. Green is a Santa Barbara historian and author of Discovering the History of Your House and Your Neighborhood, Santa Monica Press, 2002. Her website is betsyjgreen.com.

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Grab your favorite beverage, step out onto the large patio and relax letting the stresses of the day melt away on this 1/3 acre property. This beautiful single level 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is move in ready with a great room style floor plan. If you need a little extra space, add a large bedroom suite, playroom or ADU (plans available!) where the garage currently is. Low maintenance landscaping with prolific fruit trees including avocado, Valencia and naval orange, lime as well as beautiful smelling plumeria, night blooming jasmine, a dozen rose bushes, lots of rosemary and African daisies! With an extensive list of upgrades, you’ll only need to add your personal touches! As a home away from home, this is great lock and leave, knowing you will come back to this amazing lifestyle over and over again!

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side effect of treatment, as families keep up with

chapter of the Young Professional Network col-

countless medical appointments, bills, and the

laborated with the Teddy Bear Cancer Founda-

pain of watching their child fight for their life

tion last week to create bouquets of flowers for

when they should be enjoying their childhood,”

families with children suffering from cancer.

said TBCF senior development director Brittany

YPN Volunteers Alyssa Jones, Mia Wamsley, and Marisa Holly.

Avila Wazny.

volunteers Stephen MacFarlane, Mia Wamsley,

Additionally, TBCF offers a Financial Assis-

Marisa Holly, Alyssa Jones, and Jorden Angel

tance Program to help qualifying families lessen

gathered at the Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation

the financial burden of pediatric cancer, as well

office and set up a bouquet creation station in

as an Educational Advocacy Program, where

the courtyard, using flowers that were donated

children in treatment and their siblings can re-

by Trader Joes.

ceive free tutoring to keep up in school and a

The bouquets were delivered to local families

neuropsychological test for the child after treat-

as part of Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation’s “Help

ment to assess how treatment will affect their

for the Heart” program. The program is one of

future learning.

the ways that the organization strives to address

The SBAOR Young Professional Network is

each family’s mental and emotional well-being

focused on becoming exceptional members of

as they navigate the many challenges associated

their community by demonstrating a high level

with pediatric cancer.

of REALTOR® professionalism and volunteering

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Giffin & Crane Q&A with Interior Designer John De Bastiani

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ast Coast native John De Bastiani began his design career in Boston, working at famed fabric house Brunschwig & Fils. He started designing home interiors across the greater Boston area soon thereafter, and in 2007, he relocated to Los Angeles, where he worked for acclaimed interior designer Michael Smith before branching out on his own.

“I have always had an affinity for interiors and design,” Bastiani reflects. “Gaining practical experience mixed with historical knowledge — and adding my talent and taste for it — is my wheelhouse.”

He relocated fulltime to Santa Barbara about a year ago, drawn in part by the Spanish architecture and grand estates. “I love the small-town feel,” he adds. “Everyone is just so supportive and kind.” He works out of his home office in Romero Canyon.

For more on De Bastiani — professional and personal — keep reading. For more, visit johndd.com.

What drew you to design early on? I have always needed to

be a creative person. Even as a child, I loved art and art history, decorative arts, etc. What I do is a wonderful way to be creative without being a fine arts artist.

What do you consider your greatest professional achievement? One of

my projects was on the cover of House Beautiful magazine.

What is your favorite public space in Santa Barbara? The

What is your greatest fear? Lack of

Where do you find design inspiration outside of home projects? Design inspiration comes from so many places — travel,

Which talent would you most like to have? Flower arranger.

Mission and the Mission Rose Garden.

Instagram, nature. It can come from a single Spanish tile or a fantastic organic modern home.

What do you most like about your work? I love the creative process. Also, I love projects. I get to fuse the two!

What do you most dislike? Difficult clients and unrealistic

expectations with budgets.

Go back in time and pick another profession. A shop owner

who sells home furnishings, antiques, and vintage and related items.

What is your current state of mind? Hopeful.

What is your idea of perfect happiness? Three large projects

a year that are well-paced, with clients who encourage my design process.

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business.

If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be? More patience.

by Keith Hamm

What do you most value in your friends? Loyalty.

What is your most marked characteristic? I am a kind and

generous friend.

Who is your favorite fictional character? Lord Grantham on

Downton Abbey.

Name a hero in real life. Barack Obama.

On what occasion do you lie? When the truth might hurt

someone’s feelings.

What word or phrase do you most overuse? “1,000 percent!”

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• 1.10 Acres • Panoramic Ocean & Island Views • Gated Sea Ledge Enclave

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• 3 Beds/5 Bath Residence • 3,560 Sq. Ft. Residence • 302 Sq. Ft. Guest Cottage

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Luxury abounds in this incredibly private blufftop retreat. Residing peacefully behind gates in one of Santa Barbara’s most sought-after oceanfront locations, this one-of-a-kind Cape Cod style home offers an oasis of chic comfort, unobstructed ocean views and lush gardens. The oceanfront compound is comprised of a sumptuous main residence and charming guest cottage that have been lovingly updated with meticulous attentionto-detail. Cathedral ceilings and picture windows are brilliantly designed to take full advantage of the captivating views and coastal surroundings. Outside, the landscape is a continuation of the home including an expansive veranda with fireplace and vine-woven pergolas, a patio overlooking the sand, and meandering paths through the enchanting gardens. Exit your gated personal residence, up the private lane and through the secured main gate and you are within minutes to local conveniences including Hendry’s Beach, shopping and restaurants, and walking and biking trails. This exceptional property is a welcome respite from a busy world and offers a once in a lifetime opportunity to live in complete serenity and true luxury.

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Panoramic Views & Privacy 1075 Toro Canyon Road – Offered at $3,995,000 A rare opportunity to have it all: beauty, privacy, safety, freedom and the opportunity to purchase the last gated 35+ acres in Toro Canyon! Wake up to nature’s spectacular color show from sea to sky across the Pacific. The vistas stretch from as far south as Palos Verdes and north to Point Conception on a clear day, to rustic mountain sides and seemingly closeenough-to-touch islands. The opportunities are endless for entertainment, creativity and adventure here! This particular ridgetop is higher than most but located a surprisingly short drive from the Upper Village, Summerland and freeway access. Included on this parcel is a private and spacious, custom-built, two-story, Spanish, ranch-style home. The acreage includes access roads throughout the hillsides with orchards or vineyards waiting to be planted, as well as a large horse corral with a rustic barn. Ride from the property into beautiful outback of Montecito trails leading to meadows, forests, and a creek in the valley below the home. Embraced by a serene natural setting and utmost privacy, yet located moments from all Montecito/Santa Barbara have to offer. Perfect for a weekend getaway retreat, or a year round majestic home, this rare estate is an exceptional setting for lifelong memory making.

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4 bedrooms & 5+ bathrooms 5,350 Sq. Ft. on 35+ Acres Gated Toro Canyon enclave Potential for expansion and/or additional dwellings

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Barn and horse corral The views don’t get better than this!

Coastline views as far as the eye can see to the south and the SB Harbor and beyond to the north.

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SANTA BARBARA COUNTY SALES AREA

SELLER

BUYER

PRICE

DATE

ADDRESS

CARPINTERIA

NAGELMANN ERIC EA

CHU CAROLYN

$1,200,000

1/14/22

6955 GOBERNADOR CYN RD

JACKS W ROLLAND EA

ROSENBERGER KATHRIN EU

$520,000

1/11/22

5966 VIA REAL 4

CUYAMA

MOTLEY THOMAS

ARBAYO-GIL REUBEN EU

$265,000

1/12/22

25 PATO AVE

GOLETA

CRUZ FAMILY TRUST

PURDY RYAN EU

$1,550,000

1/14/22

5055 UNIVERSITY DR

KOMAIKO MATTHEW EA

MAIPACH NADIA EU

$1,425,000

1/13/22

450 REED CT

KIROURR MATTHEW EA

WIDGER KRISTOFFER EU

$1,240,000

1/12/22

7922 RIO VISTA DR

HAN PUCONG EU

CALDEERON DAMARIS EA

$638,000

1/11/22

7580 CATHEDRAL OAKS 2

CHAN FRANCIS EA

GARCIA GIULIANA EU

$1,725,000

1/14/22

7936 WINCHESTER CIR

MARTH JAMEY EA

ANDERSON BRUCE EU

$3,300,000

1/11/22

299 ELDERBERRY DR

PATEL PREYESH EA

AICHER NICOLE

$442,500

1/14/22

220 E OLIVE AVE

MILLER DENNIS EA

MORALES CATHERINE EA

$529,000

1/13/22

1605 E BERKELEY DR

STARN JOAN EA

HURST HAARRISON EA

$6,250,000

1/12/22

146 LOUREYRO ST

RANDT DANA EA

DOROTHY JESS LLC

$7,500,000

1/14/22

1190 E MOUNTAIN DR

CCONNOR JOHN EU

MESRIANI RODNEY EU

$9,200,000

1/14/22

2794 BELLA VISTA DR

THOMSON HART

STANOWICK ADAM EU

$390,000

1/12/22

330 SHERMAN RD

TEMKIN WENDI EA

HARDEN ALAN EA

$4,200,000

1/11/22

1300 DOVER HILL RD

EAST GARY EA

HONEYBEE SB1 LLC

$3,400,000

1/14/22

214 EQUESTRIAN AVE

LABARGE PIERRE EA

JACOBS PETER EU

$3,000,000

1/10/22

844 MEIGS RD

BUTCHER DANE EA

WOOLLEY JOHN

$740,000

1/14/22

952 MIRAMONTE DR 2

MARTINEZ PABLO EA

DITZLER HAYLEY

$2,050,000

1/13/22

422 LINDA RD

POWELL STEPHEN EA

O'MARA MICHAEL EU

$1,225,000

1/14/22

630 CALLE DE LOS AMIGO

GREWAL BIKRAMJIT EU

HOUSING ENTERPRISES LLC

$4,650,000

1/10/22

765 VIA AIROSA

WIGGINS JAMES EA

CALDERWOOD DEEDEE EA

$1,500,000

1/10/22

4532 CARRIAGE HILL DR

CAVAT NIKA EA

POTTER STABLES LLC

$3,205,000

1/13/22

802 CAROSAM RD

CORTEZ REBEKAH EA

KOLACZYK MARGARET

$615,000

1/12/22

298 SHARRY LN

LOPEZ PETER

NOVA DANIEL

$565,000

1/12/22

1296 BARNETTE RD

STANTON JOSEPH EU

MODH BHAVIK EA

$700,000

1/12/22

4612 LYDIA LN

MCCOMAS WILLIAM

STANTON JOSEPH EU

$455,000

1/12/22

1514 OAKRIDGE PARK RD

MARTIN HAROLD EU

CASTANEDA EMIGDIO

$636,500

1/14/22

842 BROOKSIDE AVE

AMBROZAK ESTEFANITA EA

ARMSTRONG SHANE EU

$688,000

1/12/22

4119 WOODLAND ST

ARDOIN BILLY EA

VIGIL MARY EA

$621,000

1/13/22

4118 WOODLAND ST

WOOD MICHAEL EU

RHODES JARRAD EU

$780,000

1/14/22

4485 HILL CT

RAY PAMELA EA

MAGANA JOSE EA

$510,000

1/11/22

512 WILSHIRE LN

TROUT LESTER EA

HERNANDEZ VALERIE EA

$655,000

1/13/22

968 E MCCLOUD ST

HATT JAMES

GONZALEZ MARCO EU

$535,000

1/12/22

170 MOON DANCE DR

ESSEX ANDELA EA

HOLZER JEFFREY EU

$725,000

1/14/22

455 MEADOWBROOK DR

WRIGHT EVELYN EA

VANGALIO JOHN EA

$610,000

1/11/22

156 MEADOWBROOK DR

CRANG ANNA MARIA

WILSON GREGORY EA

$537,500

1/14/22

2339 S WESTBURY WAY

MONTECITO

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This data is provided to The Santa Barbara Independent by an outside third-party source and represents a partial list of recorded residential sales in Santa Barbara County on the dates listed.

While this information is public record The Santa Barbara Independent cannot guarantee the accuracy nor the completeness of this list.

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BY BOB WALSMITH JR. - 2022 PRESIDENT - SANTA BARBARA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®

SELLING YOUR FIRST HOME 101 Prep Your Home for Sale not always be the best offer.

You must make a great first Negotiate With the Buyer impression - on the internet and in To get the best deal for you, you’ll person. Declutter, make necessary likely have to do some negotiating. repairs, and get your home in prisYour agent will help you craft a stratine condition. This, again, is where tegic counteroffer to the buyer’s offer, your Realtor can help. They can factoring in not only money, but conbring in a professional stager to make tingencies, etc. subtle, but important suggestions.

Negotiate Home Inspection Repairs Market Your Home It’s time to consider how best Most purchase agreements are to promote your property. A great contingent on a home inspecRealtor will often think of markettion. This gives the buyer the abilBob Walsmith Jr. ing ideas that are ‘outside the box’ to ity to inspect the home and request make your home stand out. repairs. Once again, your agent will be there to help you effectively negotiate and comShowcase Your Home municate with the buyer.

In today’s environment, agents are also using virClose the Sale tual showings, relying on Zoom or Facetime to walk a Closing is the last step in the home selling process. buyer through your home.

This is where you sign the final paperwork, make this Receive Offers Assuming you’ve collaborated with your agent, whole thing official, and collect your check. Before you’ve likely positioned yourself to receive attractive that can happen though, you’ll have to prepare your bids. Your agent will review each offer with you to home for the buyer’s final walk-through and troubledetermine which is best for you. The highest price may shoot any last-minute issues.

REALTOR, SRS, ABR, SRES, GREEN “Cimme was a delight to work with on the sale of our home! Her work has been flawless. Cimme handled so many details – all with fantastic enthusiasm. Her commitment to quickly follow through in every aspect of the sale was impressive, and the entire process was so smooth and painless because of her expertise. Cimme is the best!”

Contact Cimme to discuss your selling, buying, or investing goals in Santa Barbara.

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties is pleased to congratulate Patrice Serrani on the successful representation of the seller at 1409 La Cima Road, Sold for $3,100,000

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MADHU KHEMANI Presidents Circle 2020

Top 4% of all Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Agents Nationwide Professionally Representing Sellers and Buyers in Santa Barbara, Montecito, Ventura, and Santa Ynez Valley for over 15 years.

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- VERY GRATEFUL & HAPPY CLIENTS, ANDY & SHARON

Congratulations

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Bob Walsmith Jr. is a native to Southern California and a Realtor® with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties. During his work with the Santa Barbara Association of Realtors, Bob has served on the CORE Committee, Education Committee, been Chair of the Budget & Finance Committee, and the Multiple Listing Service Committee. He also is on the Board of Directors of the Alpha Resource Center of Santa Barbara. Bob lives in Goleta with his beautiful wife Julie. When not working, Bob enjoys playing golf, fine wine, fine dining, and walking our beautiful coastline. Bob can be reached at 805.720.5362 and/or bob@bobwalsmithjr.com

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elling a home requires work. It requires time.

The journey isn’t always easy. For first time home sellers, there will be frustrations. But when you seal the deal and move on to your next chapter, it sure feels good. Here are the steps to get you there: Know Exactly What You Want In order to sell your home with minimum frustration, know the following: Why are you moving?

What do you expect from the process? When, exactly, should you put that For Sale sign in the yard?

Do Your Research Mortgage rates fluctuate, inventory shifts over time, and every market is unique. Educate yourself on what to expect.

Interview and Select an Agent This is the most important relationship you’ll form on your home selling journey. Pick the right agent and you’ll likely get a better sales price for your house and it will be less stressful.

Price Your Home How much is your home worth? That’s the … $1,000,000+ question. This is an area that you will need to rely on your Realtor.