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$2,495,000 | 4517 Vieja Dr, Hope Ranch | 3BD/2½BA Easter Team | 805.570.0403

OPEN SUN 1-4

$1,995,000 | 25 Northridge Rd, San Roque | 5BD/4BA Easter Team | 805.570.0403

OPEN SAT/SUN 1-3

$1,975,000 | 620 Rockwood Dr, El Cielito/Las Canoas | 4BD/3BA Michelle Cook | 805.570.3183

OPEN SUN 1-3

$2,049,000 | 66 Tierra Cielo Ln, El Cielito/Las Canoas | 3BD/2½BA Team Scarborough | 805.331.1465

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OPEN SAT 12-3/SUN 1-3

$1,995,000 | 871 Deerpath Rd, Montecito | 5BD/3BA Daniel Encell | 805.565.4896

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$1,699,000 | 116 Northridge Rd, Foothill | 3BD/3BA Michelle Cook | 805.570.3183

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$1,125,000 | 401 Chapala St #204, Downtown | 1BD/2BA Jennifer Johnson/Michelle Damiani | 805.455.4300

NEW LISTING OPEN SAT/SUN 1-4 $995,000 | 3631 Sunset, San Roque | 3BD/2BA Kathy Strand Spieler | 805.895.6326

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$1,559,000 | 2521 Anacapa St, Eastside Upper | 2BD/1BA + Studio Daniel Encell | 805.565.4896

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$1,249,000 | 734 San Roque Rd, San Roque | 3BD/2BA Yolanda Van Wingerden | 805.570.4965

OPEN SAT 1-3/SUN 1-4

$830,000 | 1220 Coast Village Rd #203, Montecito Lower | 2BD/2BA Kevin M Schmidtchen | 805.689.6877

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$989,000 | 4810 Ogram Rd, San Marcos Pass | 3BD/2½BA Kathy Hughes | 805.448.4881

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$80,000,000 | Las Varas Ranch, Gaviota Coast | 1800± acs Kerry Mormann | 805.682.3242

$18,500,000 | 1520 Roble Dr, Hope Ranch | 5BD/8BA + 4BD/5BA MK Properties | 805.565.4014

$10,500,000 | 1174 Glenview Rd, Montecito | 5BD/5½BA Daniel Encell | 805.565.4896

$7,500,000 | Ojai Legacy Estate, Ojai | 5BD/4BA Nancy Kogevinas | 805.450.6233

$4,850,000 | 1216 State St R701, Downtown | 2BD/2½BA Cristal Clarke | 805.886.9378

$4,650,000 | 805 Knapp Dr, Montecito | 4BD/5BA Daniel Encell | 805.565.4896

$3,579,000 | 1100 Mesa Rd, Montecito | 3BD/2½BA Daniel Encell | 805.565.4896

$3,450,000 | 1286 Coast Village Cir, Montecito | 2BD/2½BA Daniel Encell | 805.565.4896

$3,200,000 | 401 Alston Rd, Montecito | 4BD/3BA Daniel Encell | 805.565.4896

$3,195,000 | 129W Mountain Dr, Santa Barbara | 4BD/3½BA Nancy Kogevinas | 805.450.6233

$2,950,000 | 1200 Via Brigitte, Sta Barbara | 4BD/3½BA Randy Glick/Brett Buschbom | 805.563.4066/451.9108

$2,850,000 | 118 W Yanonali St, West Beach | 3BD/3BA Calcagno & Hamilton | 805.565.4000

$2,395,000 | 1414 La Vereda Ln, Montecito | 4BD/4½BA Daniel Encell | 805.565.4896

$2,395,000 | 2718 Macadamia Ln, Montecito | 3BD/4BA Mary Whitney | 805.689.0915

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OPEN SUN 2-4

$1,695,000 | 110 Camino Alto Dr, Riviera | 5BD/3½BA Sharol Mulder | 805.259.7988

OPEN SAT 1-4

$2,600,000 | 120 W Yanonali St, West Beach | 3BD/2½BA Calcagno & Hamilton | 805.565.4000

OPEN SUN 1-3

$1,595,000 | 630 Dolores Ave, Mesa | 4BD/3BA Rachael Douglas | 805.318.0900

$1,550,000 | 4577 Camino Del Mirasol, Turnpike/Patterson | 3BD/2½BA Bryan R Uhrig | 805.331.3191

OPEN SUN 2-4

$1,479,000 | 1118 Portesuello Ave, Santa Barbara | 4BD/3BA Randy Freed/Kellie Clenet | 805.895.1799/705.5334

$2,195,000 | 1601 La Coronilla Dr, Mesa | 4BD/3BA Gina Ganim | 805.318.0406

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$1,425,000 | 1030 E Canon Perdido St, Riviera | 3BD/3BA Anderson/Hurst | 805.618.8747/680.8216

$850,000 | 941 Weldon Rd, Mesa | 2BD/2½BA Nancy Newquist-Nolan | 805.570.1015

OPEN SAT/SUN 2-4 $1,175,000 | 205 E Calle Laureles, San Roque | 3BD/2BA Angela Moloney | 805.451.1553

$1,150,000 | 400 E Pedregosa St #G, Eastside Upper | 2BD/2BA Randy Glick | 805.563.4066

OPEN SUN 1-4

OPEN SAT 2-4/SUN 1-4 $1,029,000 | 444 Los Feliz, Hope Ranch Annex | 3BD/2BA Karen Spechler | 805.563.4074

$879,000 | 4891 Lookout Rd, San Marcos Pass | 3BD/2BA Sue Irwin | 805.705.6973

$839,000 | 175 3rd Street, Solvang | 4BD/2BA Laura Drammer | 805.448.7500

$825,000 | 3613 San Remo Dr, San Roque | 3BD/2BA Easter Team | 805.570.0403

$819,000 | 1819 San Andres #C, Westside | 3BD/2½BA The SB Group | 805.886.5735

$799,000 | 893 Alisal Rd, Solvang | 3BD/2½BA Laura Drammer | 805.448.7500

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ADDRESS: 2631 State Street, Unit 1 STATUS: On the market PRICE: $575,000

Cute Custom Condo I ’ve always admired the Villa Constance condominiums from afar. They have a retro look, with deco design details such as a circular pattern on their railings, and metal awnings jutting over balconies and porches. Their low-slung profile hugs State Street between Constance and Alamar avenues and extends the entire block over to Chapala Street. This puts Villa Constance in close proximity to the newly hip De la Vina corridor, where eateries like Los Agaves, Yellow Belly, and Handlebar Coffee Roasters now draw crowds of customers from all over town. This enviable location plus its distinctive exterior were enough to make me jump at the opportunity to visit an open house and see inside. The home at 2631 State Street, Unit 1, was a treasure from the get-go. I entered through an arched wrought-iron front gate and found myself on a

cozy flagstone patio, surrounded by a tall hedge. This private patio automatically extends the living space of this onebedroom, one-bath home, creating the perfect spot for coffee or an al fresco reading nook. Huge sliding doors lead into the living room, where hardwood floors and clean lines showcase a larger-than-expected main room, with space for a desk or multiple seating areas. A foyer leads to a central dining room, which could alternatively be used as a den. I walked through into the kitchen, which I realized immediately would likely be my favorite room in this cute house. The kitchen has been remodeled in a contemporary style that still feels comfortable. Variegated horizontal brown tile on the backsplash is set off by clean, white cabinetry and sleek, neutral quartz countertops. Bright and shiny stainless-steel appli-

ances gleam, including a retro oven reminiscent of the building’s exterior. The bathroom is also stylish, with a glass-enclosed shower and farmhouse-style sink in a bright yet subtle tan-and-blue color scheme. The bedroom is larger than expected and opens onto the best surprise of this entire home: another fully enclosed terrace that’s large enough for sunbathing, gardening, or all sorts of entertaining. This back patio wraps around to include a private, landscaped walkway that leads to a back door off the kitchen, providing easy access to Chapala Street and the detached garage. There’s even a small elevated back porch with the telltale art-deco circle motif on the railing and the signature metal awning providing shade as well as style. Before I left Villa Constance, I took a quick detour around the grounds to admire the sparkling pool. Then I slipped out and headed one way up Chapala Street and straight to an afternoon cup of coffee at Handlebar, feeling almost as hip as this dreamy Villa Constance condo.

2631 State Street, Unit 1, is currently for sale in Santa Barbara at Villa Constance South, listed by Dianne and Brianna Johnson of Village Properties Realtors. Reach Dianne at 455-6570 or Brianna at 450-6078 or johnson@villagesite.com.

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710 Picacho Ln | $17,900,000 5 beds 8 baths Riskin Partners 805.565.8600

4160 La Ladera Rd | $17,500,000 6 beds 8 baths Riskin Partners 805.565.8600

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3018 Paseo Tranquillo | $2,475,000 3 beds 4 baths Gregg Leach 805.565.8873

4230 Cresta Ave | $16,500,000 5 beds 9 baths Riskin Partners 805.565.8600

888 Cold Springs Rd | $15,400,000 10 beds 12 baths Riskin Partners 805.565.8600

1478 E Mountain Dr | $13,950,000 5 beds 9 baths Riskin Partners 805.565.8600

860 Picacho Ln | $13,600,000 6 beds 11 baths Riskin Partners 805.565.8600

1084 Golf Rd | $12,485,000 8 beds 10 baths Riskin Partners 805.565.8600

1414 Estrella Dr | $7,995,000 5 beds 8 baths John Henderson 805.689.1066

4182 Cresta Ave | $5,495,000 5 beds 6 baths Grubb Campbell 805.895.6226

1389 Plaza Pacifica | $5,250,000 2 beds 3 baths Michelle Bischoff 805.570.4361

2347 E Valley Rd | $4,495,000 5 beds 8 baths Marcy Bazzani 805.717.0450

2815 E Valley Rd | $4,450,000 6 beds 7 baths Emily Kellenberger 805.252.2773

250 Valley Vista Dr | $4,250,000 5 beds 7 baths Steven Streich 805.432.0512

A+ Location & A+ Views | $3,995,000 4 beds 4 baths Riskin Partners 805.565.8600

425 Nicholas Ln | $3,600,000 4 beds 6 baths Susan Jordano 805.680.9060

128 Anacapa St | $3,295,000 3 beds 5 baths Tim/Priscilla 805.259.8808

4433 S Shadow Hills Blvd | $3,295,000 5 beds 6 baths John Henderson 805.689.1066

2350 Bella Vista Dr | $2,995,000 2 beds 3 baths John Henderson 805.689.1066

835 Puente Dr | $2,975,000 5 beds 4 baths Brian King 805.452.0471

178 Coronada Cir | $2,950,000 3 beds 3 baths Tim Walsh 805.259.8808

8110 Buena Fortuna St | $2,695,000 3 beds 3 baths Emily Kellenberger 805.252.2773

924 Garden St J | $2,695,000 2 beds 2 baths Chris Kamen 805.681.8800

27 Seaview Dr | $2,595,000 3 beds 3 baths Mary Lu Edick 805.452.3258

729 Mission Canyon Rd | $2,399,000 4 beds 3 baths Patricia/Farideh 805.705.5133

7785 Goldfield Ct | $2,195,000 3 beds 4 baths Alyson Spann 805.637.2884

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2709 Vista Oceano Ln | $26,500,000 5 beds 8 baths Emily Kellenberger 805.252.2773

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2101 Refugio Rd | $1,795,000 2 beds 4 baths Elizabeth Wagner 805.895.1467

1284 Spring Rd | $1,695,000 3 beds 3 baths Ted Campbell 805.886.1175

1227 De La Vina St C | $1,688,000 2 beds 2 baths Kathy Henry 805.637.4400

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1214 Crestline Dr | $1,569,000 3 beds 2 baths Jeff/Julie 805.895.2944

3111 Calle Cedro | $1,595,000 3 beds 2 baths Bob Curtis 805.895.1951

650 Juanita Ave | $1,515,000 3 beds 2 baths Elizabeth Wagner 805.895.1467

1810 Loma St | $1,495,000 3 beds 2 baths David M Kim 805.296.0662

3003 Paseo Tranquillo | $1,395,000 3 beds 2 baths Donald/Cecilia 805.895.3834

3992 Primavera Rd | $1,375,000 4 beds 3 baths Alyson Spann 805.637.2884

1040 Mission Ridge Rd | $1,200,000 3 beds 2 baths Sharon Wilson 805.570.1551

809 Paseo Alicante | $1,195,000 2 beds 3 baths Sharon Wilson 805.570.1551

4319 Cuna Dr | $1,178,000 3 beds 2 baths + studio Tomi Spaw 805.698.7007

3375 Foothill Rd 911 | $1,150,000 3 beds 2 baths David M Kim 805.296.0662

12 Touran Ln | $1,089,000 4 beds 3 baths Gary Welterlen 805.895.4744

736 N San Marcos Rd | $1,085,000 3 beds 3 baths Christina Chackel 805.448.3081

4535 Carriage Hill Dr | $1,049,000 3 beds 3 baths Tim Walsh 805.259.8808

821 Laguna St B | $975,000 2 beds 3 baths Priscilla Bedolla 805.680.7146

7805 Whimbrel Ln | $949,000 3 beds 3 baths Alyson Spann 805.637.2884

485 Los Verdes Dr | $915,000 3 beds 2 baths Manzo Lough Team 805.570.7274

4310 Sweeney Rd | $799,000 4bd/2ba + 49+/- acres Debbie Vollers 805.588.0028

345 Kellogg Way 15 | $680,000 3 beds 3 baths Alyson Spann 805.637.2884

2525 State St 6 | $677,500 2 beds 2 baths Tomi Spaw 805.698.7007

4297 Carpinteria Ave 18 | $575,000 2 beds 2 baths Cindy Campbell 805.570.4959

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693 Toro Canyon Rd | $1,995,000 5 beds 4 baths Bob Curtis 805.895.1951

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2210 Las Rosas Ln | $1,995,000 3 beds 3 baths Darcie/Thomas 805.637.7772

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1141 Nirvana Rd | $2,150,000 4 beds 4 baths Terrie/Chris 805.665.7004

Las Tunas Rd | $1,750,000 1.56+/- acres Mary Lu Edick 805.452.3258

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1819 San Andres #C | Westside Beautiful & Private freestanding Santa Barbara condo! Features include three bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, attached two car garage, and a fenced backyard. The interior boasts wood floors, vaulted ceiling with skylights, and a gorgeous remodeled kitchen with a focal point center island. All three vaulted bedrooms are upstairs and include a master with dual closets and views of the backyard. This home peacefully sits at the back of a three-unit complex and is well away from the street, yet convenient to shops, schools, and the beach.

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Air conditioning, owned solar powered electrical Dual pane windows, custom plantation shutters Ceiling fans throughout Quality upgraded bathroom tile, carpeted floors, new paint Recessed lighting with dimmers, remote control ceiling fans Quartz kitchen counters, KitchenAid black stainless appliances, apron sink On-demand tankless water heater with recirculation pump, owned soft water system Whirlpool high capacity washer/dryer Emergency interior sprinkler system 2-car garage with epoxy floor surfacing, fully finished

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he Village at Los Carneros features four distinct model styles each with unique appeal. All twenty-eight homes of the highly desired Avila models are entirely SOLD-OUT and occupied, making this first resale home, on one of the largest lots, a timely opportunity that surely won't last. This 3 to 4 bedroom free-standing two-story stylish home features curated urban design tailored to perfection with premium upgrades far and above the builder’s base options. The finish work has been done for you! On the main floor, the bright living and dining rooms flow seamlessly into a sleek masterful kitchen. Sliding doors connect the central living space to the fully enclosed side yard with wall-to-wall synthetic turf. Upstairs a luxurious master suite includes a spa-like master bathroom and walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms, full bathroom, laundry room, and den (can be converted to 4th bedroom) complete the upstairs plan of this turn-key home. In a well thought out community, sidewalks, bike paths, basketball, bocce ball, preserved green spaces, pools, recreation areas, and playgrounds will connect friends and neighbors for years to come. Live the "good life" at The Village at Los Carneros.

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4025-36 State Street, 2BD/2BA, Sat 1-3 Sun 1-3, $349,000, Abercrombie Fine Homes, Elaine Abercrombie, 805450-0086

444 Los Feliz, 3BD/2BA, Sat 2-4, Sun 1-4, $1,029,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Jessie Sessions 805-709-0904, Marguerite Taylor 805-705-0957

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7606 Hollister Avenue, 2BD/2BA, Sun 1-4, $499,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Todd McChesney 805-291-7902

25 Northridge Rd, 5BD/4BA, Sat 1-4 & Sun 12-3, $1,995,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Richard Watkins 805-2351584, Patti Yahyavi 805-452-6492

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The Riviera 809 Paseo Alicante, 2BD/2.5BA, Sun 1-3, $1,195, 000, Village Properties, Realtors, Sharon Wilson, 805-570-1551

1030 East Canon Perdido Street, 3BD/3BA, Sun 1-4, $1,425,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Angie Guiberteau 805-699-1149

4535 Carriage Hill Drive, 3BD/3BA, 969 Miramonte Drive #5, Sun 1-4, $1, 049, 000, Village 2BD/1.5BA, Sun 1-4, $595,000, Properties, Realtors, Tim Walsh, 805-259Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices 8808 945 Ward Drive #173, 3BD/3BA, California Properties, Garrett McCaw 110 Camino Alto, 5BD/3.5BA, Sun 4517 Vieja Drive, 3BD/2.5BA, Sat Sun 1-3, $595,000, Berkshire Hathaway 805-252-2335 2-4, $1,695,000, Berkshire Hathaway 12-3, Sun 1-3, $2,495,000, Berkshire HomeServices California Properties, HomeServices California Properties, Sharol 901 Weldon Road, 2BD/2BA, Sun Hathaway HomeServices California Madhu Khemani 805-252-0625 Mulder 259-7988 10-1, $840,000, Berkshire Hathaway Properties, Diana Fernandez 805-689HomeServices California Properties, 162 Kingston Avenue B, 1730 Mission Ridge Road, 5813, Doug Van Pelt 805-637-3684 Michelle Madril 805-453-0927 3BD/2.5BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, 3BD/2.5BA, Sun 1-4, $1,775,000, 849 Camino Medio, 4BD/3BA, Sun $649,000.00, Keller Williams Realty, 941 Weldon Road, 2BD/2.5BA, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices 2-4, $2,975,000, Berkshire Hathaway Linda Daly 805-886-1032 Stephanie Sat & Sun 2-4, $850,000, Berkshire California Properties, Pascale Bassan HomeServices California Properties, Rachford 805-252-5229, 805-886-1032 Michael Calcagno 805-896-0876 Hathaway HomeServices California 8056895528 805-252-5229 801 Via Tranquila, 4BD/4.5BA, Sun Properties, David Johnson 805-689-7948, 1101 Garcia Road, 3BD/4BA, Sun Nancy Newquist-Nolan 805-570-1015 547 Poppyfield Place, 2BD/2BA, 2-4, $2,095,000, Compass, Nicole Eva, 1-4, $3,800,000, Berkshire Hathaway Sun 1-3, $739, 000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Ken 510 Miramonte Drive, 3BD/2BA, 805-455-6323 Sun 2-4, $1,099,000, Berkshire HomesServices California Properties, Ali Switzer 805-680-4622 Upper East Hathaway HomeServices California Evans, 805-980-8007 4029 Via Laguna, 5BD/5BA, Sun Properties, David Johnson 805-689-7948 400 E Pedregosa Street, 2BD/2BA, 623 Las Perlas Drive, 3BD/2BA, 1-4, $5,995,000, Berkshire Hathaway

2030 El Camino de la Luz, Sun 1-4, $1,150,000, Berkshire 3BD/2BA, Sat 1-3, $1,295,000, Keller Hathaway HomeServices California Williams Luxury, Louise McKaig, 805-285- Properties, Carol Wesolowski 805-450San Roque 2008 1447 556 Windsor Avenue, 4BD/2BA, 3639 San Remo Drive #29, 650 Juanita Avenue, 3BD/2BA, 30 E. Quinto Street, 3BD/2BA, Sat Sun 1-4, $799,000, Keller Williams 2BD/2BA, Sat 2-4 & Sun 1-4, $619,000, Sat & Sun 2-4, $1,515, 000, Village Realty Santa Barbara, Randall Kempf, 1-4, Sun 2-4, $1, 475, 000, Village Berkshire Hathaway Homes Services Properties Realtors, Elizabeth Wagner, 805-331-4389 Properties Realtors, Ron Madden, 805California Properties, Kalia Rork 805-689- 805 895-1467 284-4170, Vivien Alexander / Vickie G. 5376 Traci Drive, 3BD/2BA, Sun 2-4, 0614 1341 Skyline Way, 5BD/3.5BA, Sun Craig, 805-689-6683 / 805-708-2468 $825,000, Keller Williams, Mary Layman, 3613 San Remo Drive, 3BD/2BA, 1:30-3:30, $1,595,000, Keller Williams 448-3890 729 Mission Canyon Road, Sun 1-4, $825,000, Berkshire Hathaway Realty Santa Barbara - Montecito, Lisa 4BD/3BA, Sun 1-4, $2,399,000 , 6236 Parkhurst Drive, 4BD/4BA, HomeServices California Properties, The McCann, 805-570-9968 Village Properties, Realtors, Randy Haden Sun 1-3, $827,500, Pacific Coast Realty, Easter Team 805-570-0403 630 Dolores Avenue, 4BD/3BA, Sun & Molly Haden, 602-430-8680 Adrianna Velazquez, 805-689-6054 3631 Sunset Drive, 3BD/2BA, Sat & 1-3, $1,595,000, Berkshire Hathaway 2010 Garden Street, 4BD/6BA, Sun 502 N. 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Luxurious living awaits in this spacious and remodeled home. The well designed layout features 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, oversized living room, formal dining room, family room as well as bonus den/study. The property could also be used for dual living due to the functional floor plan. The Chefâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kitchen features granite counter tops, custom cabinets, top of the line appliances and large pantry. Two fireplaces, vaulted ceilings, built in cabinets and oversized two gar garage. The home is located on the most coveted complex location, offering ample parking, open space across the street and gorgeous mountain views. Privacy awaits in the lush backyard, private side patio and stately entry. The owners have meticulously maintained the property and have spared no expense in the upkeep. Situated just down the street from Camino Real Marketplace, Dos Pueblos High School and many popular Goleta destinations.

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ensity in Santa Barbara is increasing, with the addition of possibly more than 800 units under the Average Unit-Size Density program and with the easing of the permitting process for “granny units.” These changes create an opportunity for improving the walkability and bicycle friendliness of our town. The S.B. Bicycle Coalition has worked with our city and county governments to develop a bicycle master plan, which is adding more bike paths, improving the interconnectivity of bikeways, and physically separating more bike lanes from car lanes. Working cooperatively with local governments has enabled the coalition to leverage every dollar it raises into a hundred dollars’ worth of improvements. Cycling raises concerns about safety, but a clear correlation exists between high cycling rates, more cycling infrastructure, and reduced risk of fatalities. Cities that invest in bicycling infrastructure get a big return on their investment. Many European cities have embraced this cycling-conscious approach for years. As Christopher F. Schuetze of the New York Times reported in September 2017, Utrecht, Netherlands, population 330,000, has become one of the most bike-friendly places in the world. The city is just completing a threestory, state-of-the-art bike parking garage next to its train station. When finished, it will have a capacity of 12,000 bicycles. Sensors on the racks link to marquees that give real-time information to riders, making it easier to find an open spot. Ramps allow inside cycling to any floor — a new first for bike parking. In addition, this structure has a bike repair service, air pumps, and a bike-share business. The best part: Bikes park for free, something that hasn’t been offered to cars in urban parking structures for years. by Dennis Allen The physical activity one gets from cycling reduces risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease, and some types of cancers. Utrecht officials estimate their $55 million annual expenditure on bike infrastructure returns $300 million in socioeconomic benefits that include health-care savings, reduced air pollution, increased productivity, less traffic, and beautiful living. Throughout the Netherlands, deadly bike accidents have decreased 21 percent over the last two decades, while daily ridership has grown 11 percent in just the last decade. It is widely acknowledged that as more people bike, biking gets safer. Copenhagen is considered the most livable city in the world, in no small part because it is so bike friendly. It wasn’t always this way. After World War II, the city became polluted and congested with car traffic. It took concerted and persistent efforts by the public to slowly transform the city into what it is today. With comparable, if not greater, natural beauty, and with impressive biking infrastructure improvements in the works, Santa Barbara could rival Copenhagen or any other bike-friendly European city. Moreover, all these advancements pay big dividends in reducing greenhouse-gas emissions. Cars are the biggest source of global-warming carbon in S.B. County.

uring his famous voyage to the Galápagos Islands, Charles Darwin noticed that the finches differed markedly from island to island. Each group had uniquely shaped bills that helped them feed on the different foods indigenous to each island. These observations influenced his 1859 book, On the Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection, or the Preservation of Favored Races in the Struggle for Life, a work still considered the foundation of evolutionary biology. These days, ornithologists don’t even consider Darwin’s finches on the Galápagos to be true finches, instead classifying them as members of the tanager family (Thraupidae). Still, finches or not, one of my goals in life, as that of many other biologists, is to visit the Galápagos, to see the amazing animals that live there. Luckily we don’t have to go far to see true finches (family Fringillidae). In my own garden near Lompoc, house finches, lesser goldfinches, and sometimes the larger American goldfinch visit. Last spring, on a wildflower trip to the Carrizo Plain National Monument — a spectacular natuBACKYARD WILDLIFE ral area that must always remain protected — I watched a by Sally Isaacson flock of pretty Lawrence’s goldfinches feeding among the grasses. While most local finch species are not threatened, the Lawrence’s goldfinch, which I’ve also seen in the Santa Ynez Valley, is on the Watch List, which identifies species likely to become endangered. House finches often nest above my house porch, under the eaves of my barn, and around the old adobe at Arroyo Hondo Preserve, where I work. They make a bit of a mess, but it is worth it. These lovely little birds are here all year long, entertaining me with their cheerful songs. The males can be quite colorful, some having especially bright red and yellowish feathers. The carotenoid pigments in the different fruits they eat determine the intensity of their colors. The lesser goldfinches seem to be here today and gone tomorrow, magically appearing when the sunflower heads are drying in my garden. During the summer, I have seen fairly large numbers of goldfinches out in the hills, feeding on thistle seed, and drinking from livestock water troughs. Then suddenly they disappear, and we have to wait for another season to see these busy little birds again. All finches can be attracted to your garden by hanging bird feeders or seed-filled finch socks. Goldfinches especially like the tiny black Ethiopian nyjer seed, found where pet supplies are carried. The imported seeds are sterilized so they will not germinate, but keep your seed fresh if you want to attract birds. Also, a reliable water source is important. They often sip from my dogs’ water dish, and my neighbors have a small recirculating fountain that turned their garden into a bird haven. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service helps ranchers help wildlife through this long drought, including a program for installing special ramps on water troughs to allow birds and small mammals to drink without drowning. Exotic finches, often kept in cages, have escaped, forming feral flocks around the country. The nutmeg mannikin (a k a scaly-breasted munia or spice finch), native to Southern Asia, can be seen around Santa Barbara. Not a true finch, it is from the oldworld group the estrildid finches (family Estrildidae) and has recently been added to California’s official list of naturalized birds. It is too soon to know what effect this species might have on native bird populations.

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 Community Environmental Council.

Sally Isaacson, a lifelong educator and naturalist, was formerly director of education at the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden. She is now the education/volunteer coordinator at the Land Trust for Santa Barbara County’s wonderful Arroyo Hondo Preserve at Gaviota.

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proudly congratulates SUSAN JORDANO

Go Red For Women Luncheon Friday, February 9, 2018 The Ritz Carlton - Bacara GoRedSB.heart.org | (805) 963-8862 Together we can prevent heart disease and stroke. Take action at GoRedForWomen.org.

INDEPENDENT REAL ESTATE

Go Red For Women

For her outstanding representation and successful closing of: 212 EQUESTRIAN AVENUE SANTA BARBARA Offered at $2,750,000

805.680.9060 sjordano@villagesite.com