on the successful representation of the seller & buyer at 3803 Jewell St, Sold for $8,250,000.
JOHN FINSETH & STEVE HELLER
805.403.3151 / 805.252.2749
John.Finseth@bhhscal.com
Steve@SteveHellerRE.com
JohnFinseth.bhhscalifornia.com
SteveHeller.bhhscalifornia.com DRE 01336897 / 00929496
on the successful representation of the seller at 3 Hunt Dr, Sold for $5,550,000.
JEFF OIEN
805.895.2944
JeffOien@bhhscal.com DRE 00852118
on the successful representation of the buyer at 4815 Sandyland Rd A, Sold for $3,965,000.
COLE ROBBINS
805.403.7735
ColeRobbins@bhhscal.com
ColeRobbins.bhhscalifornia.com DRE 01910827
ANNETTE VAIT
on the successful representation of the seller at 1421 Bath St, Sold for $2,212,500.
ANNETTE VAIT
805.886.1926
AnnetteVait@bhhscal.com
AnnetteVait.bhhscalifornia.com DRE 02044281
on the successful representation of the seller at 1424 La Vereda Ln, Sold for $6,800,000.
JO ANN MERMIS
805.895.5650
JoAnnMermis@bhhscal.com
RealEstateByJoAnn.com DRE 00891742
on the successful representation of the buyer at 3 Hunt Dr, Sold for $5,550,000.
805.565.4014
Associates@MarshaKotlyar.com
MontecitoFineEstates.com DRE 01426886
on the successful representation of the seller at 936 Camino Del Retiro, Sold for $3,275,000.
KARINA MATIC
805.680.7701
KarinaMatic@bhhscal.com
KarinaMatic.com DRE 01726170
on the successful representation of the buyer at 1421 Bath St, Sold for $2,212,500.
VALERIE MENKE
805.215.6733
ValerieMenke@bhhscal.com DRE 02192021
JEFF OIEN
MARSHA KOTLYAR ESTATE GROUP
KARINA MATIC
COLE ROBBINS
VALERIE MENKE
Designing for Kids
I’ll state the obvious: Designing for kids is never easy. They jump on the bed, they are hard on most things in your house, and they grow out of everything overnight. So how do we create beautiful and functional spaces for our precious little ones without emptying our wallets or constantly overhauling their rooms? Let me help:
Look for Longevity: This sounds counterintuitive, but it will ultimately save you money if you buy quality furniture from the start. Lower-quality furniture, often made from particleboard or MDF, can warp, crack, and degrade over time, while linens made from synthetic materials like polyester can wear out, pill, and lose their softness more quickly. It isn’t cost-effective if you are constantly replacing broken items. The furniture pieces in a room are typically considered an investment. I select carefully and buy quality, so these pieces stand the test of time. Keep the quality of the material at the top of your priority list. Furniture crafted entirely from wood and linens made with natural fibers will always last longer than lower-quality alternatives. Also, consider that you want these pieces to grow with your child. It’s possible for your child to have their dresser from preschool all the way into their teenage years. Their childhood toy box can be turned into a hope chest as they grow. Purchasing quality pieces for longevity is how family heirlooms are created, and I love how this manifests tradition and creates core memories.
Buy Vintage: I’m obsessed with vintage furniture. If I could visit a vintage store every day, I would. Many of my clients tell me that they are afraid to put vintage furniture in their kids’ rooms because it will get ruined. Fair point. However, I have found that most vintage furniture is sturdier than anything mass-manufactured in today’s market. It’s absolutely true that they just don’t make things like they used
to. Vintage furniture made by a quality manufacturer in its time is still around for a reason, and it will continue its journey far longer. Personally, I love vintage pieces for kids’ rooms because much of it already has a beautiful patina. Those charming signs of wear and tear add incredible character and history to the space. The bonus here is that I don’t care if my son puts a new dent in his vintage pine toy box. It will match perfectly with all the other dents and dings it already has!
Go Neutral: I’m not saying every kid’s room should be all neutral colors. Kids love color, and I’m all for color in a kid’s room, too. I recommend you go neutral with the large investment pieces in the room. For example, the bed, dresser, nightstands, and things of that nature should lean neutral. Maybe a vintage wood bed that coordinates with a soft color on the nightstands and dresser. Bring color into the room with things that can be easily changed out as you child grows and wants a different look. Drapes, bedding, pillows, and a rug are all things that can be swapped out in a few years, taking the room from fairy-tale pink to a mossy meadow green as your daughter ages. When the foundational pieces of the room are neutral, color and style can shift easily as kiddos’ interests change.
Involve Your Kids: Your children want to have a say in what is going on in their sphere, and I believe this is a great opportunity to let that happen. Invite them to pick the color palette, choose the pillow fabric, or pick out the spot where all
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their stuffies will sleep every night. If they are involved, they are much more likely to love it longer. Now, I will always advise against things they will tire of quickly like cartoon decor and vinyl wall decals. However, letting them into the process gives them a sense of ownership over their space. It also opens the door for a conversation around taking care of their things. The more ownership and investment they have in this process, the more they will care about their space.
With a bit of creativity and some smart choices, you can create enduring spaces that cater to your kids’ needs and evolve with them over time.
by Laura Gransberry
THE DESIGN DOCTOR
2775 EAST VALLEY ROAD, MONTECITO
A spectacular resort-like setting highlights the otherworldly beauty of this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom, 3,598 square foot estate, privately nestled off Montecito’s most notable thoroughfare. The lush, oneacre parcel is teeming with vibrancy: oak and eucalyptus trees blend with hydrangeas and verdant foliage, while towering palm trees line the approach to the stately Spanish hacienda. An impressive tennis court, three-car garage with motor court, and a backyard featuring an outdoor fireplace, flagstone patio, and ample space for a pool and auxiliary structures enhance the enchantment of the grounds, offering multiple possibilities for further development. This timeless estate, brimming with untapped potential, is further enhanced by its distinguished location. Just moments from downtown Montecito, the polo fields, Summerland, and multiple beaches, an enviable lifestyle awaits.
OFFERED AT $4,995,000 | 2775EASTVALLEYROAD.COM | SCHEDULE A PRIVATE SHOWING
KENDRICK GUEHR
Partner | Realtor | DRE #1964065 805.448.4185
1511 Chapala Street, Santa Barbara 1235 Coast Village Road, Montecito
805.478.9318
805.252.2773
805.455.5736
805.637.7772
Jackie Walters
Emily Kellenberger
Amy J. Baird
Thomas Dabney
Darcie McKnight
THE BEATING HEART OF SANTA BARBARA
350 Rosario Drive, Units A & B
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
Charming duplex in the desirable Hope School Elementary school district that is minutes away from shopping, schools, the bike path and San Marcos Pass. Each single level unit has 2 bedrooms and one bath. The back unit enjoys mountain views, a large yard and deck that is great for entertaining. The living room is full of light and has a large picture window, a fireplace, and a French door that leads out to the spacious deck. The front unit also features its own fenced-in yard and patio. Each unit has a garage with its own laundry hook up.
Whether you are looking for an extended family, investment or live in one and pay your mortgage with the other. We invite you to explore the possibilities this property has to offer. Excellent schools are close by. The property is currently tenant occupied. Do not go on property with out an appointment with listing agent.
OFFERED AT $1,695,000
Front Unit
Back Unit
NEWLY LISTED: 939 ARCADY ROAD, MONTECITO
This hidden gem, nestled on a serene 1.38-acre wooded lot in Montecito’s Arcady Estates, offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Santa Ynez Mountains. The approximately 6,000 sq. ft. estate features an inviting living area with a two-story wall of glass, opening to a large stone deck perfect for outdoor entertaining. The main level includes a cozy family room, spacious great room, and two en-suite bedrooms. The upstairs master suite boasts a fireplace, private balcony, and additional rooms for a study or nursery, with two more bedrooms offering vaulted ceilings and private balconies. Additional flex spaces and a detached garage with a built-in studio add further customization potential. This property is a blank canvas, ready for renovation or expansion to create a luxurious Montecito retreat. OFFERED AT $5,875,000 | 939ARCADYROAD.COM | OPEN HOUSE SAT 10/26 & SUN 10/27 FROM 1-4 PM
OPEN HOUSES
Goleta
320 N Fairview #5, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 2-4, $665,000, Sun Coast Real Estate, Kathryn Sweeney 805-331-4100, DRE#01045086
335 Moreton Bay Lane #4, 2BD, 1.5BA, Sun 1-3, $725,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Jessie Sessions 805-709-0904, DRE#01937789
5046 Birchwood Road, 2BD, 3BA, Sun 12-3, $895,000, Village Properties, Curtis Swan II 805607-9709, DRE#02049218 5692 Berkeley, 3BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $2,195,000, Village Properties, David Charles Allen 805-617-9311, DRE#02070430
7 Baker Lane, 5BD, 3BA & 1PBA, Sun 1-3, $2,395,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Chris Palme 805-448-3066, DRE#00989478
San Roque
701 N Hope Avenue, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 12-3, $1,925,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Stefan Stovanovski 805-570-0640, DRE#01846603
The Mesa
1078 Miramonte Drive #3, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 12-3 & Sun 1-3, $1,095,000, Village Properties, Curtis Swan II / Johnny Deim 805-607-9709 / 805-679-0692, DRE#02049218 / #02247763
107 Skyline Circle, 2BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $1,795,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Gabriela Huson 805280-1805, DRE#02228333
628 Juanita Avenue, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3 & Sun 1-4, $2,095,000, Village Properties, Brian King / David Marchetti 805-452-0471 / 805-637-4160, DRE#01868186 / #02007487
2610 Mesa School Lane, 3BD, 1BA & 1PBA, Sun 1-4, $2,220,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Diane Waterhouse 805-8862988, DRE#01257696
1126 Las Olas Ave, 2BD + detached room, 1BA, Sun 2-4, $2,395,000, Richardson Real Estate Services, Kyle Richardson 805-680-3131, DRE#01902531
1804 Lighthouse Way, 4BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $3,395,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Stefan Stojanovski / Mia Teetsel 805-570-0640 / 805-202-9118, DRE#02112629 / #01256862
1600 Shoreline Drive, 4BD, 3.5BA, Sun 2-4, $3,695,000, Richardson Real Estate Services, Mike Richardson 805-451-0599, DRE#00635255
Saturday 10/26 & Sunday 10/27
Mission Canyon
987 Cheltenham Road, 3BD, 3BA, Sat 1-3, $2,400,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Jason Siemens 805-455-1165, DRE#01886104
The Riviera
909 Alameda Padre Serra, 2BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,825,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Carmen Galzerano / Beverly Herrera 805-705-3080 / 805-755-8405, DRE#01953155 / #01152828
171 Alameda Padre Serra, 4BD + Den .44 Acre Lot, 3BA, Sat 12-2 & Sun 1-3, $2,895,000, Compass, Matt Del Campo 805-448-5158, DRE#02077877
516 Alameda Padre Serra, 3BD, 3BA, Sat 1-4, $3,100,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Karina Matic 805-6807701, DRE#02153765
1704 Mission Ridge Road, 3BD, 2BA & 1PBA, Sun 1-3, $3,195,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Chris Palme 805-448-3066, DRE#00989478
1402 Grand Ave, 4BD, 5BA, Sun 1-3, $4,950,000, Village Properties, Aaron Gilles 805-8951877, DRE#01509445
1568 Franceschi Road, 4BD, 3BA & 1PBA, Sun 11-4, $5,100,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Luis Martinez 805-689-5656, DRE#02090082
Santa Barbara
333 Old Mill Road #332, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3, $625,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Felipe Saffie 805-705-2431, DRE#01434616
1078 Miramonte Drive #4, 1BD, 1BA, Sun 1-3, $825,000, Sun Coast Real Estate, Melissa Kane 805-680-8515, DRE#01472671
117 Por La Mar Circle, 1BD, 1BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $899,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Georgette Owens / Bob Walsmith Jr. 805-570-6138 / 805-720-5362, DRE#02172408 / #00581921
26 W Constance Ave #8, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 2-4, $1,095,000, Village Properties, Cara Gamberdella 805-680-3826, DRE#01766267
7055 Del Norte Drive, 3BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,389,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Madhu Khemani 805252-0625, DRE#01387945
813 Castillo Street, 3BD, 3BA, Sat 2-5, $1,395,000, EXP Realty of California Inc., Phillip Savas 805708-9242, DRE#02113928
206 W Cota Street, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 1-4, $1,499,000, EXP Realty of California Inc., Jonathan Gilkeson 805-335-4749, DRE#01898328
801 W Pedregosa St, 2BD, 1BA, Sat & Sun 10-4, $1,550,000, Village Properties, Emily McPherson / Susan Jordano / Simone Eurich 805-766-6014 / 805-680-9060 / 805-455-7992, DRE#02133962 / #00775462 / #02105209
350 Rosario Drive Unit
A&B, 4BD, 2BA, Sun 1-3, $1,695,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Jeanne Palumbo 805689-1968, DRE#00620622
509 Coronel Place, 2BD, 1BA, Sun 1-4, $1,750,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Anthony Bordin 805-729-0527, DRE#00974047
1423 West Valerio Street, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 1-4, $1,995,000, Sun Coast Real Estate, Chris Agnoli 805-895-0313, DRE#01132005
1133 Palomino Road, 4BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 2-4, $2,095,000, EXP Realty of California Inc, Todd Shea 805-453-7730, DRE#02028163
1310 Olive Street, 4BD, 2BA, Sun 11-2, $2,185,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Leanna Georges 805-746-9006, DRE#02174031
40 South Ontare Road, 5BD, 4BA, Sat 1-4, $2,395,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Dusty Baker 805-570-0102, DRE#01908615
2335 State Street, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3, $2,495,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Andy Katsev 805-896.2010, DRE#01348655
426 W Los Olivos Street, Duplex, Sat 1-3 & Sun 10-3, $2,695,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Randy Freed & Kellie Clenet 805-895-1799, DRE#00624274
2324 Sonora Drive, 4BD, 3BA, Sun 11-3, $2,795,000, EXP Realty of California Inc., Phillip Savas 805-708-9242, DRE#02113928
3735 Essex St, 4BD, 3.5BA, Sat & Sun 11-3, $2,895,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Valerie Menke 805-215-6733, DRE#02192021
722 Willowglen Rd, 4BD, 3.5BA, Sun 1-3, $2,950,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Easter Team Realtors 805-453-7071, DRE#00917775
5200 E Camino Cielo, 5BD, 5.5BA, Sat 2-4, $2,990,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Andrea Ruhge 805895-5862, DRE#01965484
165 Canon View Road, 4BD, 3BA, Sat 10-1, $3,195,000, EXP Realty of California Inc., Phillip Savas 805708-9242, DRE#02113928
751 Skyview Drive, 4BD, 2BA & 1PBA, Sat 11-4, $3,195,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Luis Martinez 805-689-5656, DRE#02090082
21 West Los Olivos Street, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 2-4:30, $3,298,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Scott McCosker 805-451-1721, DRE#00494253
3817 White Rose Lane, 4BD, 3BA, Sun 1-3, $3,395,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Brisaly Balderas 805-335-4726, DRE#02128318
Upper East
2030 State Street Unit One, 2BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $1,100,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Larry S. Martin 805895.6872, DRE#01372928
2444 Santa Barbara Street, 4BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $3,500,000, Village Properties, Deja Rabb / Carly Gribble 805689-3277 / 805-951-7255, DRE#02074885 / #02233358
Montecito
1220 Coast Village Road #212, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 12-2, $1,850,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Debbie Lee 805-637-7588, DRE#01297968
920 Chelham Way, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 1-3, $2,149,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Jenny Easter 805-453-7071, DRE#00917775
64 Olive Mill Road, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $2,695,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Erika Burrows 805886-1588, DRE#02222512
539 Periwinkle Lane, 2BD, 1BA, Sat 2-4, $2,895,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Theresa McNulty 805-886-1403, DRE#02228096
202 East Mountain Drive, 4BD, 3BA, Sun 1-4, $3,195,000, Engel & Voelkers Santa Barbara, Ed Fuller 805-570-6988, DRE#00661695
817 Knapp Drive, 4BD, 3.5BA, Sun 1-3, $3,725,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Katya Sheets 805-708-2323, DRE#02061444
588 Paso Robles Drive, 4BD, 3.5BA, Sun 1-3, $3,785,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Patrice Serrani 805637-5112, DRE#01764713
627 Romero Canyon Road, 4BD, 4.5BA, Sun 1-3, $3,795,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Annette Vait 805-8861926, DRE#02044281
Insurance’s Imposing Impact
Every homeowner in California knows that insurance is a “thing” right now. Increased premiums, decreased options, hoops to jump through, and delineation between flood, fire, and brush combine into an awkward game of Life When getting a new mortgage and yes, that means even refinancing the one you already have there’s quite a bit going on that can impact you. Let’s break it down.
The reason you need insurance coverage when getting a home loan is that the lender is basing the value of the property on the fact that it is a home in which someone can reside. If the property is substantially damaged, then the value is substantially not there. If the property is such that it cannot be lived in, then the value changes. It is the home itself that has value, not simply the dirt. So, insurance must be in place to adequately replace the dwelling should something happen.
The level of insurance, deductible, and rating of the insurance company also all come into place. While a lender in California cannot override the rebuild valuation determined by the insurance carrier, they can ask for evidence of same. This is called a “Replacement Cost Estimator” (RCE), and it’s prudent to ask for this when renew-
ing your coverage this year. For example, let’s say the property is worth $1 million, is a 1,500-square-foot property, and the RCE says it’ll take $200,000 to rebuild. Well, you could be thinking that it certainly costs more than $200 per square foot to build ($200,000 divided by 1,000), but if the RCE says that’s it, and you’re good with it, the lender can’t force you to get more coverage.
The lender can, however, enforce certain deductible levels the idea that the out-of-pocket amount you pay impacts the amount of premium you pay. The more out of pocket, the less coverage, and the more loss to which the lender could be exposed. The lender can also demand a certain rating of the company. Like eating at a Health Department F-rated restaurant, a lowerrated insurance company may cause grief in the future. And what if you get a policy that meets all criteria and then let it lapse? Well, the lender can “force place” their own policy on you the cost of which would be added to your monthly payment.
Speaking of payments, the amount of your insurance payment(s) is certainly taken into consideration when qualifying for a loan. While earthquake insurance isn’t typically required if you are near any
OPEN HOUSES
905 Camino Viejo Road, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 12-2, $3,795,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Sharon Jordano 805280-2055, DRE#02195847
387 Ortega Ridge Road, 4BD, 4.5BA, Sun 1-3, $5,250,000, Epstein Partners / Keller Williams, Charles Brewer 805-450-5623, DRE#01477889
440 Woodley Rd, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sun 1-3, $5,850,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Robert Kemp 805-2596318, DRE#01246412
226 E Mountain Drive, 4BD, 4.5BA, Sun 1-3, $7,250,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Rachel Brown 805-570-7160, DRE#01950975
712 Ashley Road, 3BD, 3BA & 1PBA, Sat 1-4, $8,150,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Michelle Eskandari 805-637-8061, DRE#01861525
750 Picacho Lane, 4BD, 5.5BA, Sat 2-4 & Sun 1-4, $8,999,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Katya Sheets / Joe Stubbins 805-708-2323 / 805-729-0778, DRE#02061444 / #01002182
Summerland
fault line, being in a certain flood zone does mean your lender, and FEMA, will require flood insurance on the property. The only outlier to this is if perhaps the structure is outside the flood zone, but say the yard is not. Remember, it’s the structure itself we’re looking to insure versus the dirt surrounding it. In any case, the higher the premiums on the insurance you are required to have means the higher the payment for which you must qualify.
Lastly, we must understand how our state politics play into what options we have as property owners in California. There are “admitted” and “non-admitted” carriers, based on how that carrier (or insurer) abides by the rules placed forth by our state. These are mainly governed by the Insurance Commissioner and that’s an elected position. Policies can change according to what may be considered popular versus not popular. We elect people who we think will do best by “us,” not “them.” (Whoever “they” may be at the moment.) For example, Lloyd’s of London isn’t always an admitted carrier a company that has been in existence since before our country was founded is not really persuaded to change their policies based on what California says is right. This is quite
by Austin Lampson
a touchy subject, so I will not spend a lot of time on it here. What I want us to know here is that our landscape is not always one of logic, but also of politics. Your vote really does count! If this article seems slightly overwhelming, unsettling, and frustrating, well then, welcome to insurance in California. What is true is that it is changing, evolving, and can be quite restrictive as well as expensive. What is also true is that we have more power in our vote to help change this than we may realize, and that many dedicated insurance professionals are truly on your side to help figure it out. Ask questions, be prepared for follow-up, and pay your bill as quickly as you can being proactive is the best protection of all.
For a longer version of this piece, see Independent.com.
Austin Lampson is a licensed mortgage professional and branch manager of Homeowners Financial Group. She has spent the last quarter-century helping her clients balance math and emotion to achieve their financial goals. Reach Austin at (805) 869-7100 or alampson@homeownersfg.com, or visit austinlampson.com
Saturday 10/26 & Sunday 10/27
2490 Whitney Ave, 4BD, 4BA, Sun 12-2, $2,750,000, Village Properties, John Henderson 805-689-1066, DRE#00780607
Carpinteria
5446 8th Street #33, 2BD, 1BA, Sat 12-2, $795,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Lisa Franklin 805-403-6393, DRE#02179188
4856 Sawyer Ave, 2BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 11-1, $1,150,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Lindsey Densmore / Joanna Kemp 310-991-6439 / 805-335-0158, DRE#02162929 / #01930699
3599 Padaro Lane, 5BD, 6BA, Sun 1-4, $19,500,000, Village Properties, Jenna Galkin 805-895-7752, DRE#01359956
Santa Ynez Valley
330 W Highway 246 #107, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 12-1, $439,000, Berkshire
Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Cammy Pinoli 805-4529725, DRE#02074002
140 Nina Place, 4BD, 2BA, Sun 1-3, $895,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Brett Ellingsberg 805729-4334, DRE#01029715
435 Farmland Drive, 4BD, 2BA, Sat 10-2, $949,000, Village Properties, Johnny Deim 805 679 0692, DRE#02247763
611 Aqueduct Way, 2BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $1,200,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Glynnis Mullenary 805705-5206, DRE#01748187
1729 Cottonwood Ln, 4BD, 3.5BA, Sun 11-1, $2,295,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Rachel Mosti 414-6870740, DRE#02225999
3750 Foothill Road, 5BD, 4BA & 1PBA, Sat 2-4:30, $3,798,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Scott McCosker 805-687-2436, DRE#00049253
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3853 CINCO AMIGOS
OFFERED AT $1,144,000 3 BD 2 BA 1,354+/- SF
Situated in one of the best locations in Casa La Cumbre this home boasts additional privacy and serenity being situated on a corner lot with a view of eucalyptus trees and a green space featuring an orange tree. This charming home offers high ceilings in the living area with a cozy fireplace, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The sensible floor plan includes three bedrooms and one bathroom upstairs, while downstairs features a separate dining room as well as a full laundry room and convenient full guest bathroom. The attached two-car garage with interior access adds to the feel of a stand-alone home. Casa La Cumbre community provides wonderful amenities including a pool, spa, ample guest parking and lush common green spaces for residents to enjoy.
93 MALLARD
OFFERED AT $1,425,000 3 BD + OFFICE 1.5 BA
Welcome to 93 Mallard in Goleta, a beautifully reimagined mid-century modern home with contemporary design touches throughout. This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home boasts a stylishly remodeled kitchen featuring a waterfall island and a chic Big Chill range, perfect for culinary enthusiasts. Abundant natural light floods the open floor plan with high ceilings, while panel doors create seamless indoor-outdoor living. The spacious primary suite offers a serene retreat, and the updated bathrooms add modern flair. Set on a generous lot with mature avocado and fruit trees, new fencing, and close proximity to local dining, coffee shops, Goleta Beach, and the bike path, this centrally located gem is your gateway to the best of Santa Barbara County living.
1126 Las Olas Avenue
OPEN SUN 2-4
Offered at $2,395,000
Your Mesa Realtors
1427 Kenwood Road
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Offered at $3,495,000
privacy on this fabulous Montecito estate. Resting at the property is a charming Craftsman style home circa 1912. Today, it modern amenities, and still charm. Located in MUS.
This 1,413 sq. ft. Craftsman-style bungalow is resting on a spacious 9,148 sq. ft. lot in the sought-after East Mesa neighborhood. In addition to the main residence, there is a 367 sq. ft. detached hobby room with a private entrance, saltillo tile floors, high ceilings, and loft. The charming main house boasts a classic wood shingle siding and a covered porch that invites you to relax and enjoy the coastal breeze. Step inside the home to discover high ceilings and a spacious living room. While the home is in mostly original fixer condition, its vintage character shines through, offering an exciting opportunity for renovation. A large sunroom addition at the back of the house provides natural light and opens directly to the kitchen. Over the top of this addition is a large rooftop deck accessible via a spiral staircase. The deck is ideal for entertaining
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!
OFFERED AT $998,500
or enjoying views of the surrounding area with ocean peeks in the distance. The oversized lot provides ample space for expanding the home or simply enjoying the large front and backyards. Mature hedges surround the front and sides of the property, ensuring a peaceful and private atmosphere. The detached garage was initially converted into a hobby room and workshop. Bathroom and kitchen facilities were added later. This garage conversion is an ideal candidate for an ADU (Buyer would need to pursue an ADU permit and modifications may be required). Additionally, the house may be eligible for short-term vacation renting as it is located in the Coastal Zone, making it an appealing investment opportunity. Located less than a mile from Leadbetter Beach and Shoreline Park. Washington Elementary School District.
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
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Historic Architectural Gem on the Riviera 1600 ORAMAS RD / Offered at $2,900,000
Enjoy the romance of this beautiful storybook English Country Cottage home. It feels like a fairytale setting located in the heart of the Santa Barbara Riviera. The property is surrounded by lush foliage, mature gardens and meandering pathways. Boasting 2600 square feet of interior space, this architectural masterpiece is one of a kind. You’ll love the spectacular Living Room adorned with vaulted beamed ceilings, beautiful stone gas fireplace, and large picture windows letting in abundant natural light. Outside, relax in the privacy of your own personal garden with floral lined patios and a canopy of trees. A separate guest apartment with outdoor deck provides the luxury of additional private space for guests or possible rental income converting it to an ADU.
Set in one of the most quiet locations within Encina Royale, this serene and move-in ready upper level end unit condo is a gem! Offering slider doors to both the spacious front patio and balcony off the main living space, the ocean breezes and mountain views in this condo speak for themselves! Featuring 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, details of this welcoming condo include a gorgeously remodeled bathroom plus a half bath in the primary bedroom, dual-pane windows, new bedroom carpet, in-unit laundry, hallway storage closets and nearby carport. Encina Royale is an ages 55+ community boasting amenities such as a 9 hole golf course, heated pool, clubhouse with activity rooms, gym and library, all set within a picturesque 40-acre environment with walking paths in a central Goleta location very close to shopping, restaurants, transportation, entertainment, parks and more. HOA dues include the community amenities as well as insurance, water, trash, cable TV, exterior and common area maintenance, and on-site management.
The Fund for S.B. Raises Funds for Progressive Organizations
On October 6, The Fund for Santa Barbara hosted its annual Bread and Roses celebration to raise funds for its support of organizations pursuing progressive social change. About 450 guests came out to SBCC’s Great Meadow, including many nonprofit leaders, activists, and politicians, with the event netting about $225,000. Bread and Roses always has good energy, with a palpable enthusiasm among supporters for the Fund’s work of making grants and hosting capacity-building workshops for community-based organizations. After a reception featuring popular musical performances by the Brasscals and Terrill Carter, guests were seated under an enormous open-air tent for the program.
Co-Emcee Rich Sander remarked on how “the Fund is really the thread that ties us all together, as we unite in our vision for a more just and joyful world,” and bade guests to “give each other high-fives and a round of applause!” which elicited hearty cooperation and many smiles.
The Fund honored Jeanne Sparks and Ken Hough, who serve as co-executive directors of SBCAN, the S.B. County Action Network. Sander praised them as “a powerhouse couple known for their tireless commitment to community service and advocacy.” In addition to co-leading SBCAN, Sparks was recognized for her key roles in projects in the Cuyama Valley, the Dunes Center in Guadalupe, Santa Maria’s first dog park, and the Santa Maria River Levee Trail. Sander acknowledged Hough’s expertise, with 30 years of experience in transportation, housing, and regional planning.
The Fund honored also the nonprofit Future for Lompoc Youth (FLY) for empowering youth to participate in civic activities. FLY recently collaborated with UCLA to
conduct a survey on post-pandemic experiences among youth and is presently rallying support for a bond measure to upgrade Lompoc schools, among many other activities.
The Fund for S.B. Executive Director Eder GaonaMacedo, who took the helm last year, related how he came to the U.S. at age 4 and grew up on the Westside. He has faced xenophobia, racism, and low-wage jobs, he noted, and participated in projects and organizations funded by the Fund for S.B. His vision for the Fund is for it to play a crucial role in bridging communities to build a community where everyone feels like they belong. He lauded the Fund’s grantees and nonprofit partners as the “real social justice warriors, who daily challenge the status quo and empower others to do the same.”
He remarked further that now more than ever, the Fund plays a crucial role in resourcing grassroots groups because of the rampant xenophobia, homophobia, and racism in our local community and our national politics.
Annually, the Fund for Santa Barbara grants nearly $300,000 to local nonprofits. Its Grant Making Committee, composed of community activists and leaders, determines the allocation of funding. This year, funding was spread over 21 nonprofits. A separate teen-led program, Youth Making Change, has a North County and South County board of teens who make grant decisions on youth-led projects. This year, $20,180 in grant funding was spread over eight organizations.
Additionally, this year, the Fund distributed $233,750 in County funds through the Racial Equity Fund and $191,250 through the state-funded Stop the Hate Partners.
SOCIETY MATTERS Text and photos by Gail Arnold
Associate Director Patricia Solorio, Boardmember Ted Rhodes, Grant-Making Committee liaison to the Board Rachel Johnson, Executive Director Eder Gaona-Macedo, Board President Eric Cárdenas, Boardmember Arcelia Sencion, Boardmember Joyce Howerton, Boardmember Mahil Senathirajah, and former Boardmember Susan Wax Honorees Ken Hough and Jeanne Sparks, co-executive directors of SBCAN (S.B. County Action Network)
Honoree Future for Lompoc Youth: Fernanda Arauja, Karla Rodriguez, Co-Founder and Programming Manager DeVika Stalling, Co-Founder and Executive Director Chuck Madson, Carmen Martinez, and Vincent Branum
Guests enjoy the program.
Emcee and Grant-Making Committee member Rich Sander with emcee Ivette Peralta
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What sets us apart?
• With our client-centered approach, we prioritize your needs, providing responsive, personalized service.
• We donate to animal shelters or other non-profits of our clients’ choice at close of escrow.
• Our market expertise is proven through our record of successful sales and strong negotiation skills, often closing above listing price.
• As longtime Santa Barbara area residents, we have local knowledge and extensive networks.
Clients are saying...
I was referred to Amy and Kristin through an associate who had used them for a home purchase. Our need was for features of a home that were very specific. They searched the area over with a fine-toothed comb and found the perfect place. It was so perfect, in fact, that when it came time to negotiate the heat was on. Their expert guidance made the transaction go off without a hitch. They went above and beyond at move-in time, and when we needed some extra support they delivered. THANK YOU AMY AND KRISTIN. You made a huge difference in our lives.
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1428 Manitou Rd, Santa Barbara offered at $2,895,000 Represented the Buyer
5368 Traci Dr, Santa Barbara offered at $1,529,000 Represented the Buyer
39801/2 Maricopa Dr, Santa Barbara offered at $1,795,000 Represented the Buyer
207 Savona Dr, Goleta offered at $1,495,000 Represented the Seller
340 Old Mill Rd #8, Santa Barbara offered at $739,000 Represented the Seller
513 Coronel Pl #2, Santa Barbara offered at $1,075,000 Represented the Seller
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REAL ESTATE SCOOP
JOSHUA RAMIREZ SPEAKS AT C.A.R. CONFERENCE
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties is proud to announce that Joshua Ramirez recently shared his insights on the evolving use of artificial intelligence in the real estate business at the REimagine! Conference and Expo in Long Beach. The event was attended by over 8,000 real estate professionals and created by the California Association of REALTORS® as an educational platform.
Ramirez was joined by an exclusive panel of speakers and entrepreneurs. “It was an honor for me to be a part of this highly esteemed group and a huge opportunity for me to learn from my colleagues across the state who are driving our industry forward,” Ramirez said.
Ramirez is a marketing and sales expert in the Santa Barbara/Montecito area, where he grew up. Licensed since 2006, he and his team have built a strong reputation in the luxury market through their extensive experience and success.
“Real estate is always going to be about rela -
tionships, but technology has been positively impactful to my business in a variety of meaningful ways. I enjoyed sharing what I know with my colleagues and hope that my insights will help them grow. At the end of the day, it’s all about finding the most effective way to serve our clients and artificial intelligence is one of the best available tools for achieving that goal,” Ramirez noted.
Ramirez credits a portion of his technological expertise to his experience working as a director at a publicly traded technology company. Having also worked in marketing and a number of key roles in the tech industry in Sydney, Australia, he brings a fresh, innovative approach to marketing his clients’ homes and a global perspective.
“I truly believe that AI is the future and we leverage that in every way possible to enhance the client experience. This includes streamlining our processes, developing engaging marketing posts for
social media, researching and creating photo captions,” Ramirez said. “AI is a very powerful, intelligent assistant, but it’s not a hands-off solution. I still review everything it does extremely carefully.”
“My clients deserve the best and her amazing leadership allowed me to step back and do what I do best—sell real estate,” explained Ramirez. “AI has simply freed up more time for me to spend with family and building relationships with my clients.”
Ramirez serves on the board of directors for the Music Academy of the West in Montecito and cherishes quality time with his South African bride and two sons. Visit JoshRamirez.com or call 805-455-9066.
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