on the successful representation of the buyer at 3817 Calle Cita, Sold for $3,895,000.
RACHAEL DOUGLAS
805.318.0900
RDouglas@bhhscal.com www.RachaelDouglas.com DRE 02024147
on the successful representation of the seller at 3817 Calle Cita, Sold for $3,895,000.
KARINA MATIC
805.680.7701
KarinaMatic@bhhscal.com
www.KarinaMatic.com DRE 01726170
on the successful representation of the buyer at 614 Corte Bella, Sold for $3,050,000.
ANGELA MOLONEY
805.451.1553
AMoloney1@aol.com www.AngelaMoloney.com DRE 01221588
THE EASTER TEAM
on the successful representation of the buyer at 6543 Camino Venturoso, Sold for $2,050,000.
on the successful representation of the seller at 614 Corte Bella, Sold for $3,050,000.
THE EASTER TEAM
805.570.0403
Associates@EasterTeamRealtors.com www.EasterTeamRealtors.com DRE 00917775
Randy@RandyGlick.com
Carmen@GlickRealEstateAssociates.com www.RandyGlick.com DRE 00950129 / 01953155
JOEL BUTERA
on the successful representation of the seller at 10 Fasano Way, Sold for $2,000,000.
805.448.4831
JButera@bhhscal.com DRE 01229404
RACHAEL DOUGLAS
ANGELA MOLONEY
Open Saturday & Sunday 12-3pm
Casual Beachside Living in Carpinteria
1127 CHURCH LANE | OFFERED AT $1,695,000
2 BEDROOMS | 2 BATHROOMS | 1,044 SQ FT | 0.14 ACRE LOT
Experience small-town charm and casual beachside living in Carpinteria. This turnkey 2-bedroom, 2-bath home is in great condition, just blocks from the beach and lively town center. Enter through a welcoming Dutch door into an open, light-filled floor plan with custom built-ins, banquette seating, wide plank wood floors, and large sliding glass doors bringing the outside in. The open kitchen is expertly designed to maximize space and make cooking a joy. Bright bedrooms feature custom built-ins, while baths are adorned with timeless stone, ceramic tile, and Restoration Hardware-style vanities. The finished garage, now a flex room with one-way glass doors, is perfect for games, guests, or a gym. The backyard is optimized for outdoor living, complete with a workshop, deck with a spa and outdoor shower, and a custom dining pavilion—a natural social hub. Morning beach walks, evening sunsets, biking to Rincon, and nearby boutiques, cafes, and restaurants await. Embrace the relaxed Carpinteria lifestyle.
Update Your Kitchen Without Upending Your Budget
If you’re looking for ways to refresh your kitchen but a fullscale renovation isn’t currently in the budget, I’ve got you covered. In our area, kitchen remodels, including custom cabinetry, flooring, appliances, and lighting, can start at $40,000 and easily run $75,000 or more. With a little bit of work and a DIY attitude, you can elevate your kitchen without undertaking an extensive or costly remodel.
Update Pendant Lights
Light fixtures, including pendant lights and ceiling lights, are one way to add eye-catching details and help your space feel updated. I often see pendant lights that are too small for the space, so picking lights that are appropriately sized is important.
If over a kitchen island, the width of each pendant should be one-third to one-half the width of the island. So, if your island is four feet wide, the pendant lights should be 16 to 24 inches wide. Pendants made from rattan are usually a budget-friendly option, adding a lot of impact relative to the cost. Large pendant lights can also be a focal point in the space, helping to draw one’s eye from parts of the kitchen that aren’t newly remodeled.
Use Quality Hardware
If changing your cabinetry isn’t in the budget, a fresh coat of paint and new hardware can breathe new life into your kitchen. Quality hardware may cost a little more than its less expensive counterpart, but it’s worth the investment. Adding unique cabinet handles and pulls can dress up cabinets and make the entire kitchen look updated. When choosing the hardware’s finish, think about the other elements in the kitchen (sink faucet, pendant lights, appliances, kitchen hood, etc.) and select hardware that works with these finishes. If you want to mix metals, be sure to check out my last column!
Install Under-Cabinet Lighting
If the only source of light in your kitchen is from the ceiling, adding under-cabinet lighting will be a welcome addition. When possible, I recommend at least two sources of light in every room (recessed lights and floor lamps in the living room, recessed lights and a sconce in the bathroom, etc.) and the kitchen is no exception. Plus, under-cabinet lighting adds ambience and a high-end look without the price tag. Look for battery-powered, peel-and-stick lights to avoid having to hardwire the lights. Don’t forget to add motion-sensor, battery-powered lights inside your pantry.
Remove Unnecessary Items
If you’re looking at photos of newly built or remodeled kitchens, one thing they typically have in common is being clutter-free. In small spaces, it can be challenging to keep your countertops tidy, so storage solutions, such as a bread box or matching clear jars for dry goods, is one way to keep your kitchen looking stylish while being functional at the same time.
Update Backsplash
As the backsplash in a kitchen is usually a small area, the amount of material needed to update this area is minimal. I say splurge on a tile or material you love! The backsplash is near or at eye-level, so it’s one part of the kitchen that draws a lot of attention. Investing in updating this area is a budget-friendly way to add visual impact for a relatively small amount of money.
I’d love to see your kitchen updates! Tag me on social media @vacayrentaldesign
Christine S. Cowles is the owner of Vacation Rental Design, an interior design company specializing in short-term rental properties. She is a certified Short-Term Rental StylistTM, member of Real Estate Staging Association, and a proud WEV graduate. She can be reached at hello@vacayrentaldesign.com.
THE STYLE SPECIALIST
Saturday 11-2 PM
Welcome to Casa Esmeraldo
Located in the exclusive enclave of Anacapa Villas, “Casa Esmeraldo” is one of only seven residences in this private community. Just a block from State Street and less than a mile from Santa Barbara’s shoreline, this home embodies the pinnacle of downtown living. Amidst the vibrancy of downtown, find peace and privacy behind the gates of this exclusive community, offering a tranquil retreat in the heart of it all.
Step through the foyer into an open floor plan, where the dining area, kitchen, and living room flow effortlessly together. The design showcases a harmonious blend of Tuscan elegance with a touch of modern style, creating an inviting space for entertaining or unwinding.
On the second floor, you’ll find an additional cozy living area and two bedrooms. Both bedrooms feature walk-in closets and en-suite bathrooms. One of these bedrooms includes a private balcony with views of the Riviera. The third floor hosts another en-suite bedroom with its own balcony and views.
Experience the best of downtown living in this beautifully crafted condo—a blend of luxury, style, and comfort in an unmatched location.
We are proud to congratulate these exceptional agents for their outstanding representation and successful closings. Their dedication and professionalism continue to set the standard for excellence in our industry.
Bob Curtis bob@villagesite.com | DRE 00938841
1066 VIA LOS PADRES OFFERED AT $3,395,000
3704 CAPRI DRIVE OFFERED AT $1,799,000
616 SAN RICARDO DRIVE OFFERED AT $1,395,000
340 N. FAIRVIEW AVENUE #2 OFFERED AT $929,000
Lynn Z. Gates
lzgates@villagesite.com | DRE 01391451
4949 3RD STREET OFFERED AT $1,695,000
67 N. SAN MARCOS ROAD #B OFFERED AT $959,000
4422 CATLIN CIRCLE UNIT C OFFERED AT $849,000
45 DEARBORN PLACE #44 OFFERED AT $565,000
Patricia Griffin
patricia@villagesite.com | DRE 00837659
2039 BOUNDARY DRIVE OFFERED AT $10,900,000
3722 STATE STREET #310 OFFERED AT $2,100,000
Carey Kendall
carey@clkre.com | DRE 00753349
2740 ONTIVEROS ROAD OFFERED AT $6,495,000
David Magid
dmagid@villagesite.com | DRE 01964710
225 & 227 W. MISSION OFFERED AT $2,095,000
5041 RHOADS AVENUE UNIT D OFFERED AT $1,178,000
824 E MONTECITO STREET OFFERED AT $1,150,000
6083 SUELLEN COURT OFFERED AT $899,000
John Sener
johnsener88@gmail.com | DRE 00978392
3973 MARICOPA DRIVE OFFERED AT $1,800,000
725 CATHEDRAL POINTE LANE OFFERED AT $1,500,000
499 CANNON GREEN DRIVE #D OFFERED AT $1,180,000
THE BEATING HEART OF SANTA BARBARA
Open Saturday & Sunday 12-2 pm
2051 CLIFF DRIVE #10 | OFFERED AT $1,475,000 Carefree Living on the Mesa
2 BEDROOMS | 1.5 + BATHROOMS | 1,391 SQ FT
Tucked well back from the street, this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath townhome is centrally located near shops, restaurants, parks and the beach. At nearly 1400sf with oak floors, soaring ceilings, and large dual pane windows, the overall feel is one of spaciousness and light. The living room’s sliding glass doors open to a large private patio, perfect for seamless indoor-outdoor living. Featuring stainless steel appliances, the tastefully updated kitchen is adjacent to a spacious dining room, making entertaining a breeze. Upstairs, generous bedrooms easily accommodate king size beds, and the primary includes a secluded deck with greenbelt views. The luxurious full bath includes a travertine tub surround, attractive wood vanity and ceramic tile flooring. Rounding out the amenities of this exceptional townhome are a guest bath, laundry room, and attached 2-car garage with Tesla charger. The complex offers tennis courts, broad lawns and mature trees in a park-like setting. Located on the ocean side of Cliff Drive, this is a perfect full-time home or lock-and-go vacation condo, just the ticket for enjoying one of Santa Barbara’s most desirable beach neighborhoods.
OPEN HOUSES
Goleta
280 Moreton Bay Lane #4, 1BD, 1BA, Sat 10-12 & Sun 1-4, $649,000, Village Properties, Elena Abel / Ruth Ann Bowe 415-259-8098 / 805-698-1971, DRE#02199747 / #01751940
7606 Hollister Ave, 1BD, 1BA, Sat 2-4, $689,000, Village Properties, Nicole Powers 925548-1305, DRE#02185632
335 Moreton Bay Lane 4, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 12-2, $725,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Jessie Sessions 805-709-0904, DRE#01937789
5106 B Calle Real, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3 & Sun 12-2, $875,000, Village Properties, Jen Plana 805-895-2112, DRE#01145050 5046 Birchwood Road, 2BD, 3BA, Sat 10-1, $895,000, Village Properties, Johnny Deim 805679-0692, DRE#02247763
7055 Del Norte Drive, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 1-3, $1,343,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Madhu Khemani 805-252-0625, DRE#01387945
5054 Del Monaco Dr, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 1-4, $1,595,000, Village Properties, Michael Dickman 805-689-3355, DRE#02093312
7159 Armstrong Rd, 4BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,995,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Amy Abbott & Kristin Hall 805-708-3221, DRE#01735358 / #02020854
7 Baker Lane, 5BD, 3BA & 1PBA, Sat 2-4, $2,395,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Chris Palme 805-448-3066, DRE#00989478
San Roque
3639 San Remo Drive Unit 16, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 1-4, $924,999, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Felipe Castaneda 805-705-2431, DRE#02103365
26 W Constance #8, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 2-4, $1,095,000, Village Properties, Cara Gamberdella 805-680-3826, DRE#01766267 242 Calle Esperanza, 2BD, 2.5BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,435,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Cammie Calcagno / Rachel Brown 805-455-7661 / 805-570-7160, DRE#01953155 / #01950975
266 1/2 Canon Drive, 3BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $2,289,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Brisaly Balderas / Jean Sedar 805-335-4726 / 805-637-7848, DRE#02128318 / #00954229
Saturday 11/9 & Sunday 11/10
777 N Ontare Road, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 11-4 & Sun 12-4, $2,595,000, Village Properties, Mike Dickman / Ryan Kell 805689-3355 / 805-220-0848, DRE#02093312 / #02224217
1556 La Vista Road, 4BD, 5BA, Sat 1-3, $4,495,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Erika Burrows 886-158-8001, DRE#02222512
The Mesa
1209 Rebecca Lane Unit A, 2BD, 1.5BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $849,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Ann Zafiratos 805448-4317, DRE#01355461
1078 Miramonte Drive #3, 2BD, 2BA, Thur 10-12 & Sat 10-3, $1,095,000, Village Properties, Johnny Deim / Cimme Eordanidis / Ryan Kell 805-679-0692 / 805722-8480 / 805-220-0848, DRE#02247763 / #01745878 / #02224217
2051 Cliff Drive Unit 10, 2BD, 1.5BA, Sat & Sun 12-2, $1,475,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Kit Peterson / Sue Irwin 805-689-5535 / 805-7056973, DRE#02008932
107 Skyline Circle, 2BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,795,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Gabriela Huson 805280-1805, DRE#02228333
Mission Canyon
987 Cheltenham Road, 3BD, 3BA, Sun 12-2, $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, Beverly Herrera / Georgette Owens 805755-8405 / 805-570-6138, DRE#01152828 / #02172408
171 Alameda Padre Serra, 4BD + Den .44 Acre Lot, 3BA, Sat 12-3 & Sun 1-3, $2,895,000, Compass, Matt Del Campo 805-448-5158, DRE#02077873
516 Alameda Padre Serra, 3BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $2,950,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Sarita Velasquez 805-729-1115, DRE#02153765
1704 Mission Ridge Road, 3BD, 2BA & 1PBA, Sun 2-4, $3,195,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Chris Palme 805-448-3066, DRE#009894 78
1568 France schi Road, 4BD, 3BA & 1PBA, Sun 2-4, $4,950,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Nicole Dever 805-570-5226, DRE#02110739
Santa Barbara
4538 Oak Glen Drive Unit E, 2BD, 1BA, Sat 1-3, $639,000, Epstein Partners / Keller Williams, Mark Heitmann 805448-8500, DRE#01007490 1078 Miramonte Drive #4, 1BD, 1BA, Sun 1-3, $825,000, Sun Coast Real Estate, Mike Agnoli 805-722-0154, DRE#02193883
4838 Payton St, 4BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3, $1,395,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Kevin Duley 805-637-7947, DRE#02211232
801 W Pedregosa St, 2BD, 1BA, Sat 1-4 & Sun 11-4, $1,450,000, Village Properties, Simone Eurich / Emily McPherson / Susan Jordano 805-455-7992 / 805-766-6014 / 805-680-9060, DRE#02105209 / #02133962 / #01775462
521 E Anapamu Street Unit C6, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 1-4, $1,587,700, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, James St James 805-708-7118, DRE#01053459
23 San Jano Drive, 4BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $1,595,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Sunnie G Maxwell 805-252-9524, DRE#01463861
2084 Cliff Drive, 2BD, 2.5BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,650,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Lyndsey Jones / Felipe Saffie Astudillo 805680-2856 / 805-705-2431, DRE#02125898 / #02180154
829 Marilla Avenue, 2BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 12-3, $1,725,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Sophia Taylor 805947-5979, DRE#02156425
509 Coronel Place, 2BD, 1BA, Sun 1-4, $1,750,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Anthony M. Bordin 805-729-0527, DRE#00974047
102 Alameda Padre Serra, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3, $1,795,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Annette Vait 805687-2666, DRE#02044281
1423 West Valerio Street, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 2-4, $1,995,000, Sun Coast Real Estate, Chris Agnoli 805-895-0313, DRE#01132005
5187 Via Valverde, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 1-4, $1,995,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Joy Bean 805-895-1422, DRE#00925828
1724 Cliff Drive, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sat 1-5 & Sun 10-3, $2,195,000, Keller Williams, Ally Edwards 805-331-4277, DRE#02117216
722 Willowglen, 4BD, 3.5BA, Sun 12-3, $2,950,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Easter Team Realtors 805-570-0403, DRE#00917775
751 Skyview Drive, 4BD, 2BA & 1PBA, Sun 1-3, $3,095,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Maureen McDermut 805-5705545, DRE#01175027
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
2444 Santa Barbara Street, 4BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $3,500,000, Village Properties, Spencer Cole / Deja Rabb 805-689-6673 / 805-689-3277, DRE#02115510 / #02074885
440 Woodley Road, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sun 1-4, $5,850,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Robert Kemp 805259-6318, DRE#01246412
Upper East
424-426 E Valerio Street, 4BD, 3.5BA, Sun 1-3, $3,495,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Kathy Strand Spieler & Katie Spieler 268-052-4545, DRE#00851281
Montecito
202 East Mountain Drive, 4BD, 3BA, Sun 1-4, $3,195,000, Engel & Voelkers Santa Barbara, Ed Fuller 805-570-6988, DRE#00661695
804 Ayala Lane, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 1-4, $3,495,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Robert Kemp 805-259-6318, DRE#01246412
905 Camino Viejo Road, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3, $3,650,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Katya Sheets 708232-3001, DRE#02061444
817 Knapp Drive, 4BD, 3.5BA, Sun 1-3, $3,725,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Katya Sheets 708-232-3001, 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
Coming Soon: Kara Drive 3 BD | 2 BA | $1,825,000 5160KaraDrive.com
This single-level Cathedral Oaks Estates home features vaulted ceilings, a modern kitchen, and a private yard with mountain views, complemented by resort-style amenities like a pool, spa, and tennis courts.
Experience luxury coastal living with this elegant ±3,097 sq. ft. condo featuring an open floor plan, high-end finishes, and easy access to beaches, shopping, and more.
This stunning Montecito estate offers nearly ±3,600 sq ft of elegant living space and lush one-acre grounds with tennis court and development potential. Schedule a private showing.
Located on a secluded 1.38-acre lot in Montecito, this ±6,000 sq. ft. home offers breathtaking mountain views, ultimate privacy, and endless potential.
Open Houses: Saturday 11-2 pm & Sunday 12-3 pm
OPEN HOUSES
150 Coronada Circle, 2BD, 2.5BA, Sun 1-3, $3,995,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Charlie Bogue 805837-4213, DRE#01803038
1355 Danielson Road, 4BD, 4BA, Sun 2-4, $4,950,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Olivia Ruest 331-7577001, DRE#02172374
1369 Danielson Road (Duplex), 3BD, 3 per unit, Sun 1-3, $5,500,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Joe Stubbins 805729-0778, DRE#01002182
231 Middle Road, 4BD, 3BA, Sat 1-4 & Sun 11-3, $5,650,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Sina Omidi 805-6897700, DRE#01944430
840 Ivy Lane, 4BD, 2.5BA, Sun 1-4, $7,995,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Katinka Goertz 805-708-9616, DRE#01871645
S ummerland
Saturday 11/9 & Sunday 11/10
2490 Whitney Ave, 4BD, 4BA, Sun 1-3, $2,695,000, Village Properties, John Henderson 805-689-1066, DRE#00780607
2450 Whitney Avenue, 3BD, 3.5BA, Sun 1-3, $3,400,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Stefan Stojanovski 805-570-0640, DRE#02112629
1127 Church Lane, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 12-3 & Sun 1-3, $1,695,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Ty Whelehan 471099-3001, DRE#02008932
3519 Padaro Lane, 5BD, 5BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $16,500,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Olivia Ruest / Rachael Douglas 805-331-7577 / 805-318-0900, DRE#02172374 / #02024147
3599 Padaro Lane, 5BD, 6BA, Sat 1-4, $19,500,000, Village Properties, Jill Agonias 805-8959902, DRE#02150975
Santa Ynez Valley
8 Paseo Del Rio, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 11-1, $175,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Georgette Owens 805-570-6138, DRE#02172408
330 W Hwy 246 Unit 107, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 11-1, $439,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Cammy Pinoli 805452-9725, DRE#02074002
2123 Village Lane, 3BD, 2BA & 1PBA, Sun 12-2, $695,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Scott Loos 310-702-9930, DRE#02236075
435 Farmland Drive, 4BD, 2BA, Sat 12-2, $949,000, Village Properties, Patty Armor 805-3504038, DRE#01320210
611 Aqueduct Way, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 12-3 & Sun 1-3, $1,200,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Glynnis Mullenary 805-705-5206, DRE#01748187
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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Set in the scenic foothills of Carpinteria, this modern farmhouse offers the perfect blend of style and comfort. The thoughtfully designed layout includes a convenient first-floor bedroom and bath, with three additional bedrooms and two baths upstairs. The primary suite features a spa-inspired bath, spacious walk-in closet, and gentle glimpses of ocean and mountain views. With a backyard built for entertaining and relaxing, this home invites you to experience mondern foothill living at its finest.
Schedule your tour today and see the charm for yourself!
This enchanting 4-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom Montecito estate blends timeless elegance with breathtaking natural beauty. Set on a 1-acre property, it offers sweeping mountain views of Montecito Valley and Birnam Wood Golf Course, a gourmet kitchen with high-beamed ceilings, and four European fireplaces. The spacious interior features old-growth hardwood and Saltillo tile floors, ideal for both entertaining and cozy living. Outside, a sparkling pool, spa, and mature landscaping create a private paradise, while direct access to local trails adds to the home’s allure. A separate studio apartment with a private entrance provides flexibility for guests or additional living quarters. This is a rare opportunity to experience luxury living in one of Montecito’s most prestigious locations.
SEE International Celebrates 50 Years and 750,000 Sight-Restoring Surgeries
On October 24, more than 200 supporters, including volunteer ophthalmologists from across the country and the developing world, gathered at the Hilton S.B. Beachfront Resort to celebrate SEE International’s 50th anniversary and the 750,000 sight-restoring surgeries it has done in 54 countries. Based in Goleta, SEE International keeps a low profile (its last gala was 10 years ago), preferring to focus on its transformative work of performing sight-restoring cataract surgeries in developing countries. Its 650 volunteer physicians do surgeries in clinics that run for a few days to a couple of weeks, with 100 surgeries being performed during the average clinic.
Generous volunteer doctors not only donate their time and expertise, but also pay their own travel expenses to work alongside volunteer doctors in the host country, enabling SEE to maximize the impact of donor dollars. With this brilliant formula, which also includes a combination of donated and carefully sourced medical supplies, SEE turns every incremental $100 donated into the gift of sight for a blind individual.
SEE performs several types of procedures, but 95 percent of its work is cataract removal. This month alone, SEE will hold clinics in Jamaica, Honduras, Peru, Belize, Bolivia, the Philippines, Guatemala, Eswatini, and Tanzania. Last year, SEE physicians performed more than 55,000 surgeries.
SEE also conducts training courses with volunteer physician instructors, training medical professionals from developed and developing countries in the surgical technique used in the field. This 15-minute procedure, manual small incision cataract surgery, does not require fancy equipment. Last year, SEE trained 240 medical professionals.
Guests at the event enjoyed a reception on the rooftop, followed by dinner in a ballroom. CEO Donald Bell welcomed guests and after acknowledging the tremendous struggle blind individuals face, he turned to the economic implications of their condition that losing sight extends the cycle of poverty by excluding adults from the workforce when they are blind or when their children are blind and they become caregivers.
Bell emphasized SEE’s investment in training and capacity building in developing countries to create enduring change. Since 2006, it has trained more than 1,200 ophthalmologists.
Guests heard from some of SEE’s amazing humanitarian doctors. Dr. Helena Ndume explained how in the past 27 years, the National Blindness Prevention Programme, which she runs in her country of Namibia, has restored sight to more than 50,000 people through the camps it runs with support from SEE.
Nduma related how “in our developing world, sight can often be the difference between surviving and starving. Without their sight, people cannot work to support themselves or their families.” She shared the poignant story of restoring sight to a woman who had given birth six months earlier, watching the woman come out of surgery and see her child for the very first time.
Boardmember Dr. Jeffrey Levenson shared how he became a passionate volunteer after experiencing vision loss to cataracts and then having vision restored. “Right now, there are millions of people all over the world who have lost their independence, their capacity to support themselves and their families, their ability to do the things they love, because they are living with cataracts, a condition that takes just 15 minutes to cure. So, I knew I would never sleep peacefully again until I paid my own gift forward.” Levenson has done clinics with SEE in multiple countries, and each trip instills “a deeper love and passion for the work.”
Dr. Rajesh Saini explained how his hospital in India, the Siliguri Greater Lions Eye Hospital, benefits from SEE’s Direct Supply Support Program, through which it receives necessary supplies, enabling it to increase the number of sight-restoring surgeries it does to more than 26,000 last year. Supplies, some of which are donated by Alcon, are provided also to partners in Nepal, Namibia, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, and soon the Philippines.
SEE also serves the local community with a program in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties that provides eye exams and glasses at no cost. It also has a limited referral
program for surgeries. Although Medi-Cal covers exams and glasses for low-income Californians, including now undocumented individuals, many people are reticent to enroll and, according to SEE, there is a shortage of providers accepting Medi-Cal patients, creating a significant need locally for the services SEE provides. This year, the program is on track to serve 6,000 patients.
Boardmember Dr. Madhavi Reddy, an awe-inspiring SEE volunteer ophthalmologist for the past 20 years, acknowledged SEE’s accomplishments, but noted that there are still roughly 40 million blind people in the world. So, she asked, “should we continue chipping away at it, or is it time to use some dynamite?” She unveiled SEE’s bold expansion plans, if funding allows sponsoring subspecialty training for developing country doctors, expanding its supply program, increasing its roster of volunteer doctors who provide training, and expanding its domestic program.
Among those honored was Sansum Clinic for its generous donation of multiple types of surgical services and Santa Barbara ophthalmologist Dr. Michael Paveloff for services he has provided both locally and internationally.
SOCIETY MATTERS Text and Photos by Gail Arnold
Board Chair Scott Groff with volunteers and event speakers Dr. Preeti Shah, Dr. Janak Shah, and Dr. Helena Ndume
Boardmember W. Wright Watling, President and CEO Don Bell, and Boardmember William O’Connor
Tamara Banville, boardmember and volunteer Dr. Dante Pieramici, and volunteer Dr. Mica Bergman
Welcome to this rarely available single-level ground floor 1bed/1bath home in the Highlands, boasting breathtaking panoramic views of the city and mountains. This desirable location is centrally located on a knoll-top between the Mesa and downtown Santa Barbara. The interior is light-filled and inviting, featuring wood floors throughout, and an updated kitchen and bath. Just minutes away from beaches, restaurants, parks, and shopping, this charming residence also offers easy access to leisurely walks in the neighborhood and adjacent Honda Park. Enjoy amazing views from the living area, kitchen, bedroom, and private patio. The bedroom includes a walk-in cedar lined closet and built-in storage, conveniently near the in-unit laundry! The expansive and private patio is perfect for lounging, outdoor dining, and soaking in the scenic vistas. Additional amenities include an assigned carport space with storage, and an available parking permit for extra open parking. The Highlands HOA provides its residents access to 2 pools, a spa, sauna, clubhouse, on-site manager, and ample common area. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to embrace the Santa Barbara lifestyle!
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY SALES
DATE ADDRESS
CARPINTERIA THAYER LAURETTA EU
EBY THOMAS
BHANDARI KUNAL EA
HAMMOND JAMES EA
SATICOY DEVELOPMENT COMPANY TWO PINA COLADAS LLC
ZANELLA MARK EU
CLARKE BEVERLY EA
HODGSON BARBARA EA
CROSS DARRELL EA
LORENZEN LINDA EA VEGA IVAN EA
GOLETA BRAINERD MICHAEL EA
LOPEZ-HEREDIA RODRIGO EU
HUDDLESTON JUSTIN EU DLF GOLETA LLC
BLANCHARD BRUCE EA
ABBAS ADNAN EU
BURMAN THOAS EA 1060 FARADAY LLC
FAANES REBECCA EU
HOMETOWN EQUITY GROUP
ODELL KATHY EA
MCISAAC VIDA-MARIE EA
MYRVOLD NATHAN EA
DENU KIMBERLY EU
HARTZMAN STEVEN EA
$1,125,500 10/24/24 1330 POST AVE
$850,000 10/30/24 231 LINDEN AVE 8
$1,000,000 10/31/24 4237 CARPINTERIA AVE 1
$1,723,000 10/18/24 4254 VIA MARCINA
$2,225,000 10/25/24 5610 CALLE PACIFIC
$750,000 10/31/24 6048 JACARANDA WAY D
$1,250,000 10/31/24 38 SAN ANZIO WAY
$1,220,000 10/22/24 391 CANNON GREEN DR F
$2,035,000 10/30/24 4930 LA GAMA WAY
$2,120,000 10/18/24 5297 AUSTIN RD
$2,200,000 10/18/24 5466 SAN PATRICIO DR
$2,300,000 10/31/24 5536 CATHEDRAL OAKS RD
$3,050,000 10/25/24 614 CORTE BELLA
SARAH EU $955,000 10/28/24 69 N SAN MARCOS RD B
NESS KLAUS EA SHIVELY JENNIFER EA
BOND MATTHEW EA
PEDROZA JESSICA EU
SULLIVAN DEVIN EU HOLLAND RACHEL EA
$1,290,000 10/18/24 725 AVENIDA PEQUENA
$1,050,000 10/28/24 7304 ELMHURST PL
$729,000 10/17/24 7386 CALLE REAL 14
MARTIN STEPHEN EA MANZO JOHN EU $1,725,000 10/22/24 778 DOS HERMANOS RD MILLER ROBERT EU MAIDA MOUNTHER $1,450,000 10/29/24 9 MENDOCINO DR
VISTA DESOTO COURTNEY EA
DUNCAN
PLAZA PACIFICA LLC FRANK EILEEN EA
GRAFFIGNA MATTHEW GILMORE FREDERICK EU
$6,100,000 10/21/24 1300 PLAZA DE PACIFICA
$5,455,500 10/23/24 1414 LA VEREDA LN
56 OLIVE MILL RD
JORDAN KIAH EA REEVER AARON EA $2,900,000 10/21/24 627 OAK GROVE DR
SANTA BARBARA GIMBY LAURA EA
SMITH RYAN EU
$2,000,000 10/25/24 10 FASANO WAY BURNS GLORIA CROWDER AUSTIN EU
10/31/24 1047 LA VISTA RD MIRA EILEEN EA
ROBERT EU
MORROW THAYER EA KURT DONALD EA
N NOPAL ST PLUMMER MARTIN EA COX MICHAEL EA
GALLO MARK EU
BAEZ JESUS C EU
SWALLEY ARTHUR EA $1,875,000 10/18/24 116 W LOS OLIVOS ST B
MARBLE ARBOLEDA LLC $2,495,000 10/22/24
N ARBOLEDA RD FLAWRENCE R SCOTT EA
DOR
G&T FINANCE CORPORATION MARTIN JOHN EA
RICHARDSON JACOB EA STAHL SAMUEL EU $1,350,000 10/25/24 1410 CHINO ST
Did You Know?
Our team believes that great communication and well maintained properties lead to happy tenants and successful landlords.
“If I didn’t have to move out, I wouldn’t (rented an apartment this year). I can honestly say that this was the best experience I’ve had with landlords. They were very attentive to any needs we expressed and never felt neglected. It definitely felt like we were dealing with real people and not corporate regurgitation. Hopefully we will be renting from them in the near future, thanks!”
Dave H.
“I am a tenant through Richardson Real Estate Services and just renewed my lease for another year. They are an excellent company to work with and have always been incredibly responsive to maintenance needs. They never bother me about coming into my apartment, without my permission, and will stay longer hours to see me, if I am needing to come into their office. I highly recommend their service. The staff are extremely organized and have always been super friendly! I hope to continue renting with them for quite a while!”
Shelby S.
“I was a tenant in one of the properties managed by Richardson Real Estate Services for over one year and had a great experience. Whenever there was an issue that required maintenance they were quick to respond and rectify the problem. I also liked how I was able to request maintenance directly through their website/tenant portal at any hour of the day. Paying my rent online was also nice. No mailing checks like in the old days and having the email reminders for when my rent was due was also an added benefit. Once I had lived in the property for one year, they scheduled an annual walk through to make sure that there weren’t any issues that needed attention. An all around great property management company!” Julie V.
If you are looking for a local boutique property management com pany to manage your home or investment portfolio, please reach out to us at 80 5-965-4300.
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY SALES
SANTA BARBARA 1514 ANACAPA LLC
PACIFIC PREMIER TRUST EA
ROCKEY-STEWART FAMILY ISA BIRD LLC
LIMON ALFREDO EA BURKE TYLER
SPRAGUE BENJAMIN EA WILLOW RESI LLC
201 N MILPAS LLC
DENNIS ALLEN ASSOCIATES
MARBLE CALVIN EA BATH STREET LLC
MOWRER GLEN
JON
BRENN
MARRS MICHAEL EA
GOULD BERNARD EU
VENEGAS JEFFREY EU
CARL EA
W FIGUEROA LLC
JENNIFER
NATHAN EU
MARKUS EU
JASON EU
J ELIZABETH
$1,950,000 10/18/24 1514 ANACAPA ST
$1,998,000 10/17/24 1609 GARDEN ST
$1,475,000 10/18/24 1725 PAMPAS AVE
$9,900,000 10/29/24 1731 LASUEN RD
$2,970,000 10/18/24 201 N MILPAS ST
$4,700,000 10/17/24 2012 BATH ST
CALLE PINON
LIANE EA
DENNETH EA
MITCHELL ROBERT EA WOLF DAVID EU $1,775,000 10/31/24 509 BRINKERHOFF AVE
LIPSHITZ JEFFREY EA WEST WIND VENTURES
MOROZOWSKY IDA EA OSHAY FREDERICK EA
ACRES CHERYL EA THOMAS DAVID EA
KATICH DONALD EA
BARSKY MARK EA
GOULD BERNARD EU
BERTI JON EA
TAYLOR SUSAN EA DRD PROPERTY INVESTENTS
DAGGATT WALTER EU
DOUBLE P LLC
DAVID DANIEL EU
BRUNET GREGORY EU
SUMMERLAND MILLER KIMBERLY EA
HALL PAUL EU
CHOW RODNEY EA
UNINCORPORATED BUCKLEY WILLIAM EA
CROFUT RICHARD EA
SM SOUTH BRADLEY INVESTMENTS
WILD JAMIE EA
SMITHSON SHEENA EU
LINDBERG HUGH EU
HENLEY PACIFIC RE LLC
BYRD RICHARD EU
MCDERMOTT JAMES EA
SOMERVILLE KURT EA
B
$1,400,000 10/30/24 604 SANTA BARBARA ST
$1,100,000 10/31/24 675 NORTHVIEW RD
$875,000 10/22/24 719 W ARRELLAGA ST
$3,575,000 10/23/24 828 SAN ROQUE RD
$2,045,000 10/28/24 910 CALLE MALAGA
$900,000 10/25/24 923 W MICHELTORENA ST
$3,400,000 10/22/24 929 ARBOLADO RD
$4,200,000 10/22/24 932 DE LA VINA ST
$3,650,000 10/22/24 935 COYOTE RD
$3,275,000 10/17/24 936 CAMINO DEL RETIRO
$4,291,000 10/23/24 2362 WHITNEY AVE
LOGUE KATHRYN EA $1,800,000 10/17/24 3375 FOOTHILL RD 531
CICILEO DOUGLAS
$3,150,000 10/31/24 3500 FOOTHILL RD
GIBBS WILLIAM EU $660,000 10/17/24 1016 E HARTLEY PL
STATHEM PEGGY EA $565,000 10/31/24 14 STANFORD CIR
PALANGI PAUL EA $1,200,000 10/18/24 1431 S BRADLEY RD
FELDTKELLER DANIEL EU
HOOK DISNEY
$605,000 10/25/24 1544 CALLE PRIMERA
$650,000 10/29/24 1586 CALLE PRIMERA
INSURANCE EXPERTS TO SPEAK AT TOWN HALL: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT UPCOMING CHANGES
2024 has been a pivotal year in our insurance market. Insurance companies, big and small, have left the State, won’t renew current policies, or have just stopped accepting new homeowner insurance policies. Here in Santa Barbara County, we have been hit especially hard given that large swaths of our County are designated as high or very high fire zones. With so much bad news swirling around about the dire insurance situation, what can a homeowner or business owner do?
Throughout 2024, California Department of Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara has been attempting to ease the insurance crisis. He has been negotiating a “historical deal” which will allow insurance companies to use new tech tools to set rates, but only if those companies insure more homes in wildfire areas. Will this “historic deal” help the Santa Barbara region? It’s tough to know. Currently, the way insurance
companies determine risk is using historic data analysis, in other words they use past events and claims to provide insights into the frequency and severity of risks. If this new deal becomes a reality, insurance companies will use catastrophe models to assess the risk exposures in a portfolio. This means that insurance companies will use models to estimate future catastrophic events when assessing your property.
What I’ve explained above is just a snapshot of the “historic deal”, but I think it’s better if you hear it directly from the Department of Insurance office to understand new policy requirements, get expert information, and have your concerns addressed.
I want to personally invite you to “Let’s Talk Insurance: Community Town Hall Meeting” on Wednesday, November 13th starting at 5:30pm. You can register for this FREE event at www.sbaor.org.2024
Michele Allyn is the owner and manager of Allyn & Associates Real Estate and Lending, a real estate brokerage and mortgage company, serving Santa Barbara, California’s Central Coast, Ventura and Greater Los Angeles County. Michele has been a member of the Santa Barbara Association of REALTORS® since 1973, and currently
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