Santa Barbara Independent Real Estate 6/8/23

218 E PADRE ST, UPPER EAST

6BD/5BA • $3,750,000

Randy Freed & Kellie Clenet, 805.895.1799 / 805.705.5334

LIC# 00624274 / 01434616

2BD/2BA • $3,300,000

Kevin Schmidtchen, 805.689.6877 LIC# 01316975

223 HILLVIEW DR, GOLETA 4BD/2BA • $1,625,000

Cheylin Mackahan, 805.212.9344

LIC# 02104724

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1260 NORTHRIDGE RD, SANTA BARBARA

3BD/2BA • $3,495,000

Anderson / Hurst, 805.618.8747 / 805.680.8216

LIC# 01903215 / 00826530

519 E PEDREGOSA ST, SANTA BARBARA

4BD/2BA • $2,795,000

Anderson / Hurst, 805.618.8747 / 805.680.8216

LIC# 01903215 / 00826530

919 N ALISOS ST, MONTECITO

2BD/2BA • $1,175,300

Barbara Neary, 805.698.8980

LIC# 01491532

and BHHSCP do not guarantee accuracy of all data including measurements, conditions, and features of property. Information is obtained from various sources and will not be verified by broker or MLS. Buyer is advised to independently verify the accuracy of that information.

© 2023 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties (BHHSCP) is a member of the franchise system of BHH Affiliates LLC. BHHS and the BHHS symbol are registered service marks of Columbia Insurance Company, a Berkshire Hathaway affiliate. BHH Affiliates LLC

401 CHAPALA ST #405, SANTA BARBARA

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES CALIFORNIA PROPERTIES

is pleased to congratulate

on the successful representation of the seller at 327 San Ysidro Rd., Listed for $8,000,000, and the seller at 701 Linden Ave, Listed for $7,750,000

NANCY KOGEVINAS 805.450.6233

Nancy@Kogevinas.com

www.MontecitoProperties.com

LIC# 01209514

KEN SWITZER

on the successful representation of the seller at 701 Linden Ave, Listed for $7,750,000 and the seller at 1006 Fairway, Listed for $2,790,000

KEN SWITZER 805.680.4622

KSwitzer@bhhscal.com

www.RealEstateSB.com

LIC# 01245644

KATHY WINTER

on the successful representation of the buyer at 327 San Ysidro Rd., Listed for $8,000,000,

KATHLEEN WINTER 805.451.4663

Kathy@KathyWinter.com

www.SantaBarbaraBeachHomes.com LIC# 01022891

CRISTAL CLARKE

on the successful representation of the seller at 415 Meadowbrook, Listed for $6,295,000 and the buyer at 1381 Plaza Pacifica, Listed for $4,995,000

CRISTAL CLARKE 805.886.9378

Cristal@Montecito-Estate.com

www.Montecito-Estate.com

LIC# 00968247

GLICK REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATES

on the successful representation of the buyer at 1212 East Valley Rd, Listed for $6,500,000

JOE STUBBINS

805.729.0778

JStubbins7@gmail.com

www.SantaBarbaraBestHomes.com

LIC# 01002182

on the successful representation of the seller at 1917 Bath St, Listed for $2,800,000

GLICK REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATES

805.689.7167

Randy@RandyGlick.com

www.RandyGlick.com

LIC 00950129

JOE STUBBINS

• $3,450,000

Jill Nelsen / Nancy Kogevinas, 805.453.2848

LIC# 02050427 / 01209514

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DR, SANTA BARBARA

5BD/4BA; ±0.91 acre • $4,950,000

Josiah Hamilton, 805.284.8835

LIC# 01415235

1718 GARDEN ST, SANTA BARBARA

5BD/4BA; ± .39acs • $4,695,000 Mary Whitney, 805.689.0915

LIC# 01144746

1903 COYOTE CIR, MONTECITO

3BD/3BA • $3,750,000

Sina Omidi, 805.689.7700

LIC# 01944430

Kevin Schmidtchen, 805.689.6877 LIC# 01316975

and BHHSCP do not guarantee accuracy of all data including measurements, conditions, and features of property. Information is obtained from various sources and will not be verified by broker or MLS. Buyer is advised to independently verify the accuracy of that information.

© 2023 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties (BHHSCP) is a member of the franchise system of BHH Affiliates LLC. BHHS and the BHHS symbol are registered service marks of Columbia Insurance Company, a Berkshire Hathaway affiliate. BHH Affiliates LLC

OPEN SUN 1-3

2025 CREEKSIDE RD, SANTA BARBARA ±2.49 acres

401 CHAPALA ST#405, SANTA BARBARA 2BD/2BA • $3,300,000

1810 LOMA ST, SANTA BARBARA 3BD/2BA; ±0.12 acres • $2,295,000 Mary Whitney, 805.689.0915 LIC# 01144746

519 E PEDREGOSA ST, SANTA BARBARA 4BD/2BA • $2,795,000 Anderson/Hurst,805.618.8747/805.680.8216 LIC# 01903215 / 00826530

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927 RANDOLPH RD, SANTA BARBARA 4BD/2BA+loft; ±2,343 sqft • $2,175,000 Deborah Schroder, 805.770.0419 LIC# 02187109

270 N FAIRVIEW AVE#1, GOLETA 3BD/2BA • $750,000 M. S. Parsons & S. Young, 805.895.4866 LIC# 00629053 / 01712844

194 OAK HILL DR, LOMPOC 2BD/2BA • $525,000 Glynnis Mullenary, 805.705.5206 LIC# 01748187

504 WASHINGTON CIR, SANTA MARIA 4BD/2BA • $549,000 Joe Lopez, 805.354.4642 LIC# 02088810

New Listing

871

Deerpath Road | Eucalyptus Hill

4 Bed/3 Bath Main Residence | 2 Bed, 1 Bath ADU | 1 Acre Ocean & Harbor Views | Recently Renovated | On a quiet Cul-de-sac

Nestled in the coveted Eucalyptus Hill neighborhood, this exceptionally private property is situated on a tranquil cul-de-sac. Offering breathtaking ocean and harbor views, this retreat is a serene haven while providing convenient proximity to Montecito’s villages, pristine beaches, and downtown Santa Barbara. Recently renovated, this single-level residence and ADU rest on an acre of expansive grounds. This is the perfect property for those seeking a peaceful getaway in an idyllic location.

Offered at $5,295,000

Building Better Bathrooms

COZY ON THE MESA: Inside and out, an extensive remodel opened up this two-bed, two-bathroom home with easy connections between levels and across living spaces without departing from the neighborhood character. Modern upgrades and conveniences including hardwood floors throughout and a Japanese soaking tub in the guest bathroom (pictured) blend with refinished original charms. Interior by Susan Aldrich Designs. Photograph by Jim Bartsch.

Agood bathroom is like a good closet or bedroom it may not get as much traffic as the rest of a home, especially the kitchen or family room, but it certainly plays a big role as a prime source of daily comfort. The bathroom is where you prepare yourself for the workday ahead or for that special occasion. It’s also where you can wash off a long day which can make all the difference right before family dinner. Any builder knows that a major home remodel pretty much always includes a bathroom upgrade. At Giffin & Crane, we’ve done hundreds, always working closely with architects, designers, and, most importantly, the homeowners, with the goal of making the most out of these small but important spaces for cleanliness, privacy, and comfort. Here’s a handful of favorites, with some background on the complete projects and those involved.

GARDEN STREET’S CROCKER ROW: Without the guidance of original blueprints, the comprehensive restoration of this 120-year-old luxury vacation home started with replacing its boulder foundation with an up-to-code concrete footing disguised with original sandstone. From there, period features from fireplace mantels and staircase balusters to an upstairs quatrefoil window were inventoried and stored temporarily while the home was updated with inconspicuous modern amenities, such as radiant flooring and air conditioning. The interior

design, including this bathroom, was headed up by Harrison Design’s Barbara Lowenthal and Lindsay Hunter Design. Tony Spann, of Harrison Design, oversaw the award-winning architecture. Photograph by Jim Bartsch.

Very clean 2bed/2bath Mesa lifestyle with kitchen features two bedrooms. formed into a paradise. the backyard is tucked

CONTEMPORARY ASIAN: Architect Howard Wittausch designed this single-family residence to fit its woodland surroundings with minimal impact on the nearby creek and attendant habitats. To make that concept work on the ground, Wittausch and Giffin & Crane defined the building’s footprint by the natural drip line of existing trees and the required setback from the top of the creek bank. Roof shapes were conceived and constructed to fit those natural parameters, translating to unique interior lines, including in this bathroom. Photograph by Jim Bartsch.

CONTEMPORARY FRENCH FARMHOUSE: A sophisticated blend of rustic and contemporary, this all-new hillside home rising from the ashes of the 2009 Jesusita Fire features the must-haves of its discerning owner while adhering to a strict budget and local wildfire building codes. Vaulted 20-foot ceilings and steel windows welcome long views to the ocean as radiant-heat concrete provides flooring that’s durable and comfortable throughout living areas and bathrooms. Architecture by J Grant Design Studio, with interiors by Hall Pardoe Design. Photograph by Jim Bartsch.

329 Offered Enjoy complete ~1 acre Montecito center of this 2,300+ sq. ft. originally built features modern retains its rustic

Giffin & Crane General Contractors, Inc. has been building custom homes in Santa Barbara since 1986.

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1427 Kenwood Road

1427 Kenwood Road

TURNKEY HOME IN BEL AIR KNOLLS!

privacy on this fabulous Montecito estate. Resting at the property is a charming Craftsman style home built circa 1912. Today, it modern amenities, and still charm. Located in MUS.

329 San Ysidro

Offered at $3,250,000

Enjoy complete privacy on this fabulous ~1 acre Montecito estate. Resting at the center of this property is a charming 2,300+ sq. ft. Craftsman style home originally built circa 1912. Today, it features modern amenities, and still retains its rustic charm. Located in MUS.

2bed/2bath (easy modification to a 3 bedroom) single-level home with mountain and city views. Enjoy the with vaulted ceilings, an updated kitchen, living room fireplace, and dual-pane windows/sliders. The features a stainless steel Viking stove and dishwasher. The second bedroom is over-sized, as it was previously The spacious backyard features a large deck and natural landscaping. This backyard is ready to be transparadise. There is plenty of room for lawn, fruit trees, jungle-gym, trampoline, and more. Towering over a gorgeous oak tree providing wonderful shade over the deck. This home is located on a very quiet, tucked away cul-de-sac at the end of Kenwood Road. Attached 2-car garage with interior access.

Rare ocean front estate on the Mesa! This spectacular 4bed/4.5bath ultra-luxury property boasts ~5,100+ sq. ft. of living space resting on over 1/2 acre of prime California coastline. Enjoy unparalleled ocean views from every corner of this contemporary home. Must see in person!

1547 Shoreline Drive

Offered at $7,995,000

OFFERED AT $998,500

Very clean 2bed/2bath (easy modification to a 3 bedroom) single-level home with mountain and city views. Enjoy the Mesa lifestyle with vaulted ceilings, an updated kitchen, living room fireplace, and dual-pane windows/sliders. The kitchen features a stainless steel Viking stove and dishwasher. The second bedroom is over-sized, as it was previously two bedrooms. The spacious backyard features a large deck and natural landscaping. This backyard is ready to be transformed into a paradise. There is plenty of room for lawn, fruit trees, jungle-gym, trampoline, and more. Towering over the backyard is a gorgeous oak tree providing wonderful shade over the deck. This home is located on a very quiet, tucked away cul-de-sac at the end of Kenwood Road. Attached 2-car garage with interior access.

OFFERED AT $998,500

Rare ocean front estate on the Mesa! This spectacular 4bed/4.5bath ultra-luxury property boasts ~5,100+ sq. ft. of living space resting on over 1/2 acre of prime California coastline. Enjoy unparalleled ocean views from every corner of this contemporary home. Must see in person!

1553 Shoreline Drive

Welcome to 1513 Portesuello Avenue, a stunning Mediterranean-style home located in the highly sought-after Bel Air Knolls neighborhood of Santa Barbara, California. This single-level home boasts 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, spanning over 2,200 square feet of turnkey living. As you step into the home, you’ll be greeted by a bright and airy atmosphere, accentuated by vaulted ceilings, numerous windows, and European white oak engineered hardwood floors that flow throughout. With its prime location this home offers easy access to the recently completed bike and walking path on Las Positas that leads directly to Arroyo Burro (dog-friendly) Beach and the Boathouse Restaurant, both of which are only 1.5 mi away. You can indulge in delicious waterfront dining without ever having to get in your car. Elings Park, a 230-acre private non-profit park open to the public, is also just a 1/2 mile away! Lazy Acres Organic Market, Vons Grocery store, local coffee, and restaurants can be found on the Mesa just a “hop, skip, and jump” from home.

1/2 acre ocean front lot! This is a once in a life time opportunity to purchase a vacant piece of ocean front property located in one of Santa Barbara’s most desirable neighborhoods. Build your dream home to the exact specifications that you desire. Panoramic ocean views! The Richardson Team

Offered at $3,495,000

1/2 acre ocean front lot! This is a once in a life time opportunity to purchase a vacant piece of ocean front property located in one of Santa Barbara’s most desirable neighborhoods. Build your dream home to the exact specifications that you desire. Panoramic ocean views! The Richardson Team

Mike and Kyle Richardson Team@mrrealtors.com

Mike and Kyle Richardson Team@mrrealtors.com

Mike and Kyle Richardson Team@mrrealtors.com

805.963.1704

www.mrrealtors.com

329 San Ysidro Offered at $3,250,000

1547 Shoreline Drive Offered at $7,995,000

1553 Shoreline Drive Offered at $3,495,000

43 SEAVIEW DRIVE | OFFERED AT $2,995,000

3 BEDROOM | 2 BATHROOM | 1,868 SQ. FT. GATED BEACHFRONT COMPLEX | POOL & TENNIS

Here comes summer! Treat yourself to Montecito beach living in this bright and refreshed 3-bedroom, 2-bath condominium in the heart of Montecito’s historic coastal neighborhood. The beautiful grounds include pool, tennis, spa and sauna, plus direct beach access along a private path to Hammond’s beach. Inside, fresh carpet and paint, high ceilings and loads of light make this single-level home sparkle! The great room includes a dining area, bar and attractive enclosed patio with floor-to-ceiling windows and cozy afternoon sunlight. You’ll love the spacious eat-in kitchen with sweet peeks of the ocean through the palms. The generous primary suite has two walk-in closets, ensuite bath and ocean view balcony. Two guest rooms (or bedroom + office) and a second full bath add flexibility for guests and work space. This 1,868sf unit is accessed by stairs or elevator, and includes 24/7 staffed gate house and parking for two vehicles in the underground garage — perfect as a main residence or “lock-and-leave” second home! Enjoy this wonderfully relaxed location -- just steps to the sand and a few blocks to Rosewood Miramar Hotel and world-class dining and shopping on Montecito’s fabulous Coast Village Road.

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Wetlands Rise to the Challenge

Our views on sloughs, tidal marshes, estuaries, and wetlands are contradictory some love the wildness of these ecosystems with their diversity of plants and creatures; others want them drained, seeing opportunities for development. Humans often build seawalls of concrete or boulders to protect coastal communities from encroaching oceans, but they are expensive and require constant maintenance. With sea-level rise and

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increasingly violent storms, they inevitably fail. Natural coastal systems, on the other hand, sustain themselves, buffer against storm surges, and provide flexible and resilient protection for human communities. Since the 1850s, 90 percent of California’s coastal wetlands have been destroyed for development.

Reestablishing marshes, mudflats, and seagrass beds is gaining priority, funding, and political will. San Francisco Bay, starting in 1960, gained an early start with

the founding of an organization called Save the Bay. Since then, scientists, governments, and NGOs have made San Francisco Bay one of the world’s largest wetland renewal projects. From the mid-20th century when less than 10 percent of the bay’s original wetlands survived, today, 28 percent of the original wetlands are restored. Forty percent will be achieved when current projects in planning and execution are completed. Much of the South Bay, used in the early 1900s as evaporative ponds for harvesting salt, has been restored.

by Dennis Allen

Perhaps you have heard the term “blue carbon.” It refers to the CO2 stored by plants and soils in coastal wetlands. Such places sequester three times more carbon per acre than tropical forests. Even more important than this potent carbon repository is that tidal marshes serve as the coast’s first line of defense, cushioning human infrastructure. Wetlands dissipate and dampen storm energies, lessening their destructive power. In addition, marshes grow vertically, keeping pace with sea-level rise by trapping sediment in their vegetation, which decomposes and then regrows.

Marshes are in a dynamic equilibrium with the water level, even keeping pace

with moderately high rates of sea-level rise. To do so, enough suspended sediment is needed. The California Ocean Protection Council estimates that by the year 2100, sea levels could rise by as much as seven feet. A lot of sediment will be required. The silt collecting behind dams and reservoirs becomes a source when cleaned out or when dams are decommissioned. Some of the heavily engineered rivers and creeks flowing into the Bay are being restored, creating more sediment potential. The routine dredging of the Bay’s deepwater ports provides another supply of sediment. A third source of material comes from construction sites. Increasingly, tides are being allowed to move these sediments around as scientists study the patterns.

Locally, we get to enjoy the preserved or partially preserved Carpinteria Salt Marsh, Goleta Slough, UCSB campus lagoon, Devereaux Wetlands, Arroyo Burro Estuary, and the bird refuge. In 2016, the Upper Devereaux Slough was restored in part as a buffer against future ocean storm surges.

Dennis Allen is chair of Allen Construction, an employee-owned company committed to building and operating sustainably. He also serves as chair of the Dean’s Council at the Bren School of Environmental Science & Management at UCSB and as a boardmember of the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History.

3 BD | 3 BA | $8,900,000

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Private wine country vineyard and equestrian estate in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley. Wine label and wine club membership available.

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Truly a once in a lifetime live/work opportunity. The venerable Cielo Store curates the ultimate live-work retreat on an acre of land.

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Upper Eastside Retreat 3 BD | 2 BA | $2,695,000 1915GardenSt.com

Single-level home with a large deck that overlooks the stunning Zen garden backyard.

Open House: Saturday 1-3 pm & Sunday 1-3 pm

Luxury Estancia Condo 2 BD | 2 BA | $1,925,000 3722StateStreet311.com

This penthouse-style unit is perched on the third floor, granting breathtaking mountain views.

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Arts & Lectures Hosts Reception with Maria Ressa

On May 18, UCSB Arts & Lectures (A&L) hosted a reception with Nobel Peace Prize laureate Maria Ressa at the UCSB Mosher Alumni building. Ressa has been a journalist in Asia for more than 35 years and is a cofounder of Rappler, a digital news site in the Philippines leading the fight for press freedom there.

Guests included Chancellor Henry Yang and Dilling Yang, donors, UCSB trustees, and media professionals. Guests enjoyed a talk and Q&A session with Ressa, followed by a book-signing. Then guests adjourned to Campbell Hall for Ressa’s public lecture on her latest book,

How to Stand Up to a Dictator

For her reporting on the authoritarian administration of Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, Ressa has endured many arrest warrants, including one that led to the rescheduling of her A&L talk from January to May. She was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2021 and has been celebrated worldwide for fighting disinformation and attempts to silence the press.

In giving her remarks, Ressa was engaging, cheerful despite the subject matter, and fascinating. She began by sharing how she had to get approval from the Supreme Court in the Philippines to travel to Santa Barbara, and while the Court approved this trip, it nixed her proposed travel to New York. “That is the weirdness and fluctuation that happens when your justice system teeters.”

She noted how in the lead up to the 2017 elections in France, Facebook took down up to 50,000 accounts. She asked guests to consider what would have happened if they similarly had taken down accounts in the Philippines or in the United States prior to elections in those countries.

She related how in 2019, she had 10 arrest warrants, but she kept posting bail and now only three cases remain. With a smile, she declared that things are better. She cautioned that while U.S. institutions are stronger than in the global South, we have seen how easily institutions are undermined and Americans must do better than those in the global South have done.

In response to a question about the difference between the Duterte and the Marcos governments, Ressa pointed

to fear having been lifted. Fear, she maintained, is a powerful force, which was Duterte’s weapon and can cripple democracy.

Even though people power ousted the father 37 years ago, Ressa related, the son won overwhelmingly because of information operations that changed Marcos’s name from a kleptocrat to the country’s best leader ever. “This powerful technology changed history in front of our eyes in the Philippines.” Another factor, Ressa noted, was that feudal dynasties still supported Marcos.

Ressa shared insights on the strength of women in a male-dominated world, relating how vulnerability is key because it creates real trust. As a reporter, she learned that by lowering one’s shields, one creates better con-

nections. She confided that she cannot bluster her way through things, as that does not work for her, and that “real strength is about being okay even if you get hit.” She credits her vulnerability for enabling her to build community in the Philippines, where people were afraid and the costs of standing up were so high.

As is typical with Arts & Lectures, there was more to the Ressa visit than the lecture and reception. Earlier in the day, Ressa participated in a discussion at a UCSB political science class. A month earlier, Arts & Lectures hosted a free screening of a documentary about Ressa, A Thousand Cuts, along with a conversation with filmmaker Ramona Diaz. Free copies of Ressa’s book were distributed in the community.

MATTERS Text by Gail Arnold

Maria Ressa and A&L Councilmember Marcy Carsey

Maria Ressa and UCSB student at book-signing

Event sponsor and A&L Partner Wayne Rosing, event sponsor and A&L Councilmember Dorothy Largay, Maria Ressa, Dilling Yang, and UCSB Chancellor Henry Yang

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Goodland Living

Look no further. This well cared for home located in the Kellogg School attendance area is looking for the next owners to create lasting memories in. This spacious 1,786 square foot home features four bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, a living room with fireplace, family room and a three-car garage. It is situated on a 9,147 sq ft lot conveniently located on a quiet cul-de-sac. Entering the backyard from the sliding doors located off the dining room is a patio and large lawn area with numerous fruit trees and lush landscaping, perfect for entertaining. The home affords the new homeowner with options to either move in as is or add their personal style to make it their own. Conveniently located close to shopping, dining, and entertainment, this home won’t be available for long.

Offered at: $1,699,000

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Direct/Text: 805-680-2769

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Real Estate, Michael Agnoli 805-722-0154, DRE#02193883

547 Owen Rd, 4BD, 4BA, Sun 1-3, $5,200,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

California Properties, Sara Guthrie 805-570-1211, DRE#01294545

Upper East

1915 Garden Street, 3BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $2,695,000, Epstein Partners / Keller

Williams, Steve Epstein 805689-9339, DRE#00994429

218 E Padre St, 6BD, 5BA, Sun 1-3, $3,750,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

California Properties, Randy Freed 805-895-1799, DRE#00624274

1718 Garden St, 5BD, 4.5BA, Sun 1-3, $4,695,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

California Properties, Mary Whitney 805-689-0915, DRE#01144746

Montecito

1190 Dulzura Dr, 5BD, 4BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $4,950,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California

Properties, Sina Omidi 805689-7700, DRE#01944430

839 & 841 Summit Rd, 4BD, 4.5BA, Sun 12-3, $8,500,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California

Properties, J.J. Gobbell 805403-5785, DRE#02063124

645 Olive Rd, 4BD, 7BA, Sun 2-4, $9,995,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

California Properties, Maude Morehart Boersema 805-8812121, DRE#02003961

1439 Irvine Ln, 4BD, 6.5BA, Sun 12-2, $11,250,000, Berkshire Hathaway

HomeServices California

Properties, Cristal Clarke 805886-9378, DRE#00968247

Carpinteria

3950 Via Real Unit Spc

264, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 1-3, $620,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California

Properties, Lindsey Densmore 310-991-6439, DRE#02162929

4710 Eleanor Dr, 4BD, 2BA, Sat 2-5 & Sun 1-4, $1,545,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California

Properties, Stefan Stojanovski 805-570-0640, DRE#02112629

1128 Calle Lagunitas, 4BD, 4BA, Sun 1-4, $1,695,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California

Properties, Katya Sheets 805708-2323, DRE#02061444

Santa Ynez Valley

625 Central Ave Unit

D, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 12-2, $529,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California

Properties, Kirsten Hubbard 805-598-3040, DRE#02153877

1674 Laurel Ave Unit 1, 2BD, 3BA, Sun 12-3, $1,185,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California

Properties, Blake Williams 805.450.4003, DRE#02166159

345 Meadowlark Rd, 4BD, 4BA, Sun 2-4, $3,595,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California

Properties, Joe Ramos 805 680-6849, DRE#02040488

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SANTA BARBARA COUNTY SALES

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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.

BY TODD SHEA - 2023 PRESIDENT - SANTA BARBARA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®

LOCAL MEMBERS AT NAR MAKE CHANGE ON FEE INCREASE FOR BORROWERS

From May 8th through May 11th of this year, our local Santa Barbara Association of REALTORS® leadership traveled to Washington DC to attend the NAR (National Association of REALTORS®) legislative conference. This conference is a place where the leadership of every association in the United States comes together and talks about trends in the market, legislation on a national level that affects the housing industry, and networks with one another.

This year there were a variety of hot topics including lack of inventory, new construction and replacing retail with residential, insurance, electrification, capital gains, tax incentives, initiatives for underserved communities and diversity, and legislation affecting homeowners. SOME BIG TOPICS! And for fun, AI was thrown in the mix. When you go to these meetings with such large topics, sometimes it is hard to feel like you can make a difference.

Announced a few months ago in January, and garnering national news attention, the FHFA (Federal Housing Finance Agency) announced

a proposal for a loan level pricing adjustment, or upfront fee, on borrowers with debt-to-income ratios (DTIs) greater than 40%. Along with this were increased fees for those borrowers with credit scores above 680 and down payments from 5-25%. Meaning basically that if you did well, and worked hard to establish good credit, you were now going to pay more in fees.

Well, I am happy to report that positive change was made directly from this NAR conference. It feels good to be a part of protecting homeowners, personal property rights, and buyers and sellers. Coming out of the NAR conference on May 10th, 2023, the FHFA rescinded its proposed loan level pricing adjustment. NAR President Kenny Parcell issued the following statement. "We are pleased that our advocacy efforts on behalf of our 1.5 million members and their clients were successful. We applaud the FHFA for listening to the industry’s concerns by choosing to drop this fee on borrowers with higher debt-to-income ratios. It would have imposed a cost on borrowers at a time in the market when affordability is already stretched and only made them riskier."

These changes would not occur without the efforts of all of our local REALTORS®, not only speaking their minds but from their financial contributions to the RAF, REALTOR® Action Fund, and nationally with the RPAC, REALTOR® Political Action Committee. Each year REALTORS locally and around the nation contribute funds that go to help protect the industry and personal property rights as well as stopping point of sale mandates that could have cost the homeowner $1000s of dollars reducing their equity or may have even prevented the sale from going through. This also helps lobby for political candidates who are pro-housing and align with REALTOR® issues among other benefits.

Todd Shea is the 2023 president of the Santa Barbara Association of Realtors (SBAOR). He is a California licensed real estate agent with the Zia Group powered by eXp Realty here in Santa Barbara. He has served on and chaired several committees within the SBAOR and served on its board of directors. Todd can be reached at 805.453.7730 and todd@ziagroup.com or message and follow @toddshearealtor on Instagram.

Todd Shea