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Trend Alert: Color Drenching
If you spend any time scrolling through design blogs or occasionally pop onto Pinterest, you’re likely greeted by rooms wrapped in bold, rich color top to bottom, wall to wall. These monochromatic spaces, where all of the walls, ceiling, and trim are painted in a single hue, are part of a design style known as color drenching.
It’s exactly what it sounds like: a space immersed in a single color, creating a cohesive, immersive environment. But while the palette may be unified, that doesn’t mean the room falls flat. Designers often use variations think soft matte on the walls, a touch of gloss on the to add depth and texture.
In addition to the walls and ceilings, many objects and installations, such as window treatments and light fixtures, get the same color treatment. When done well, color drenching feels both intentional and sophisticated.
One of the biggest reasons to try this technique? It can make a space feel larger. By eliminating contrast lines between walls, trim, and ceiling, your eye doesn’t stop it just flows. This is especially helpful in smaller rooms where visual breaks can make everything feel a bit tighter. When the ceiling is the same color as the walls, it can actually give the illusion of more height, making the room feel more expansive and harmonious.
If you are ready to try color drenching in your home, consider these tips.
Bedrooms: Color drenching doesn’t always mean drama. A serene blue, carried from the walls to the trim to the ceiling, can create a calming, cocoon-like bedroom. Layer in textiles in similar tones pillows, duvets, even rugs and you’ll have a space that feels thoughtfully designed.
Bathrooms: Powder bathrooms are the perfect playground for this technique. Go beyond paint and use materials such as tile or grasscloth wallpaper, in a single hue. When surfaces share the same tone, a small powder room can suddenly feel elevated and surprisingly spacious.
Pass-Through Spaces: Hallways, stairwells, and foyers are often overlooked, but color drenching can turn these transitional areas into a beautiful moment. A bold hue can add instant character without overwhelming the rest of your home.
Office Areas: If your living room doubles as your office, use color to help define zones. Painting the walls, desk, and shelving in the same shade can subtly separate a work nook from the rest of the space without the need for walls or partitions.
Whether you’re drawn to quiet hues or something a little moodier, color drenching offers a fresh way to bring cohesion and style into your home. It’s not just about making a statement it’s about creating a feeling. And in the right space, the effect can be transformative.
I’d love to see your color-drenched rooms! Tag me on social @saltwood.interiors
THE STYLE SPECIALIST
THE BEATING HEART OF SANTA BARBARA
1134 CHINO ST
SANTA BARBARA
This charming two-bedroom, two-bathroom Westside bungalow blends 1920s Craftsman curb appeal with modern comfort. Ideally located near the Mesa, downtown Santa Barbara, and local beaches, the home features a bright, open layout with a beautifully updated kitchen showcasing warm shaker cabinetry, black stone countertops, and stainless steel appliances. Both bathrooms are thoughtfully remodeled, and the sunlit bedrooms offer peaceful retreats. The private backyard is filled with mature citrus trees, and additional conveniences include a dedicated laundry room and off-street parking. A perfect mix of timeless charm and everyday ease. Offered at $1,295,000
960 ROBLE LANE
SANTA BARBARA
This beautifully remodeled home blends timeless design with modern comforts and stunning, unimpeded views of the ocean, islands, harbor, and city from nearly every room. Reimagined from the ground up in 2019, the open-concept layout features vaulted ceilings, expansive windows, and quarter-sawn solid oak flooring that fills the space with warmth and light.
The home presents a tasteful décor with chic finishes that nod to a refined Mid-Century aesthetic. Thoughtful details include Gerald Thurston period lighting, Walker Zanger handpainted tiles, and Pratt & Larson ceramics—all contributing to the home’s elevated yet comfortable atmosphere.
The chef’s kitchen showcases custom William Ohs cabinetry, a generous soapstone island, and top-tier appliances by Wolf, Sub-Zero, and Miele. Enjoy dramatic views from the living room, dining area with built-in banquette, and both bedrooms. Step outside to the private patio where you can take in the island views while preparing an alfresco meal. see more details @ www.hitchcockre.com
Offered at $2,475,000
OPEN HOUSES
Goleta
7606 Hollister Ave, 1BD, 1BA, Sun 1-3, $679,000, Village Properties, Charlotte Cross 805-570-1660, DRE#02160376
345 Kellogg Way #2, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sun 1-3, $1,075,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Brooke Ebner 805-4537071, DRE#01923719
6715 Calle Koral, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sat 1-4 & Sun 1-3, $1,350,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Monica Gear / Reyne Stapelmann 805-746-9598 / 805705-4353, DRE#01347808
7134 Phelps Road, 3BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,395,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Lori Akers / Kevin Duley 805-895-8962 / 805-637-7947, DRE#01434616 / #02211232
52 Deerhurst Drive, 5BD, 2BA, Sun 1-3, $1,449,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Kristin Hall & Amy Abbott 805-3458279, DRE#00852118
5671 Cathedral Oaks Rd, 4BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $1,450,000, Sun Coast Real Estate / Village Properties, Matt Vaughan / Brian King 805-689-9351 / 805-452-0471, DRE#0767743 / #01868186
5487 Tree Farm Lane, 2BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,685,000, Village Properties, David Magid 805-4510402, DRE#01964710
7055 Scripps Crescent Street, 4BD, 3BA, Sun 1-4, $1,950,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Chris Jones 805-708-7041, DRE#01383462
7926 Winchester Circle, 4BD, 3BA, Sun 1-3, $1,975,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Katya Sheets 805-7082323, DRE#01434616
4900 Via Los Santos, 4BD, 6BA, Sun 1-4, $4,995,000, Village Properties, Lourika van Tonder 805280-5865, DRE#02211987
San Roque
3018 Ventura Drive, 4BD, 3BA, Sat 10-12, $2,395,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CA Properties, Carmen Galzerano 805705-3080, DRE#01953153
The Mesa
124 La Marina, 4BD, 3BA, Sun 2-4, $3,295,000, Village Properties, Pat Saraca 805-886-7426, DRE#01080801
1312 Shoreline Drive, 4BD, 3BA, Sun 2-5, $7,900,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Sherry Lawson 805-252-4400, DRE#01019856
1547 Shoreline Drive, 5BD, 5BA & 1PBA, Sun 1-4, $15,250,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Chris Palme 805-448-3066, DRE#00989478
Hope Ranch
1060 Monte Drive, 4BD, 3BA, Sat 1-3, $4,350,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Christian Webb 559-631-0825, DRE#02125765
210 Las Palmas, 1BD, 3BA, Sun 1-3, $4,995,000, Village Properties, Thomas Johansen 805-886-1857, DRE#01401533
Saturday 6/21 & Sunday 6/22
4517 Vieja Drive, 4BD, 4BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $5,500,000, Village Properties, Adrienne Schuele 805452-3960, DRE#01012149
767 Las Palmas Drive, 5BD, 6BA, Sun 1-3, $8,125,000, Village Properties, Mandy Gocong 805-6984457, DRE#02219541
4099 Creciente Drive, 6BD, 3BA, Sun 2-4, $11,200,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Scott McCosker 805-451-1721, DRE#00494253
4558 Via Esperanza, 5BD, 6BA, Sun 2-5, $13,675,000, EXP Realty of California Inc., Kimberly Rockwell 805-698-8848, DRE#01482947
Mission Canyon
827 Cheltenham Road, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $1,799,000, Epstein Partners/Keller Williams, Steve Epstein 805-689-9339, DRE#00994429
2760 Williams Way, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 1-4, $2,095,000, Village Properties, Ryan Kell 805-220-0848, DRE#02224217
925 Chelham Way, 3BD, 2BA & 1PBA, Sat 12-3 & Sun 2-4, $3,295,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Thalia Kerstiens / Nicole Dever 805-705-2693 / 805-5705226, DRE#0714226 / #02110739
The Riviera
1825 Stanwood Drive, 3BD, 3BA & 1PBA, Sun 1-4, $2,375,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Joy Bean 805895-1422, DRE#00925828
743 Alturas Del Sol, 4BD, 3BA, Sun 1-3, $3,595,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Tyler Mearce 805-450-3336, DRE#01969409
1227 Viscaino Road, 4BD, 4BA, Sun 1-4, $4,275,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Thalia Kerstiens 805-705-2693, DRE#02180975
Santa Barbara
325 Ladera Street #5, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 10-12, $1,050,000, Village Properties, Carly Gribble 805-9517255, DRE#02233358
5134 Calle Real Unit B, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 1-3, $1,149,000, Compass, Roya Castro 805-886-7692, DRE#02282594
1031 De La Vina Street, 3BD, 3BA, Sat 12-2, $1,285,000, Epstein Partners/Keller Williams, Stan Aslanian 805-689-2265, DRE#01866069
1731 Pampas Avenue, 3BD, 1BA, Sat 12-5 & Sun 1-4, $1,299,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Stefan Stojanovski / Michelle Madril 805-570-0640 / 805-453-0927, DRE#00917775 / #02112629
509 Coronel Place, 2BD, 1BA, Sun 1-4, $1,349,500, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Anthony M. Bordin 805-729-0527, DRE#00974047
1924 Bath Street #D, 3BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 12-2, $1,350,000, Village Properties, Ed Edick 805-689-1153, DRE#00520230
1035 De La Vina Street, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sat 12-2, $1,385,000, Epstein Partners/Keller Williams, Stan Aslanian 805-689-2265, DRE#01866069
3773 Greggory Way #2, 3BD, 3BA, Sat 12-2 & Sun 1-3, $1,395,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Georgette Owens / Mia Teetsel / Randy Glick 805-570-6138 / 805-202-9118 / 805-689-7167, DRE#0950129 / #02117608
618 Ardmore Dr, 3BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $1,399,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Ava Ji 805-886-2831, DRE#01964940
2235 Chapala Street, 2BD, 1BA, Sun 2-4, $1,450,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, John Comin 805-6893078, DRE#00851281
103 Walnut Avenue, 4BD, 2BA, Fri 10-1 & Sun 1-4, $1,629,000, Paige Kaye, Broker, Paige Kaye 805-9641410, DRE#01468944
3736 State Street #109, 2BD, 3BA, Sat 1-4, $1,645,000, Village Properties, Carly Gribble 805-9517255, DRE#02233358
719 Camino Cascada, 3BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $1,899,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Lindsey Haeberle 805951-9139, DRE#02199986
559 Los Feliz Drive, 4BD, 2BA, Sat 2-4 & Sun 1-4, $1,965,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Jacopo Giacopuzzi / Renae Conner 805-335-3519 / 805284-6344, DRE#02013226
4982 San Marcos Court, 4BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $1,995,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Steve Breihan / Katinka Goertz 314-753-1899 / 805-7089616, DRE#01871645
5515 Longfellow Drive, 4BD, 3BA, Sat 1-3, $2,095,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Chris Pedersen 805-6803269, DRE#02168925
4477 S Shadow Hills Boulevard #E, 4BD, 2.5BA, Sun 1-3, $2,150,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Rachel Brown 805-570-7160, DRE#00950129
1109 Bath Street, 4BD, 3BA, Sun 2-4, $2,195,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Chris Harrington 805-689-7418, DRE#01019556
1726 Grand Ave, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 1-4, $2,195,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, John Comin 805-689-3078, DRE#00851281
350 Conejo Road, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 11-2, $2,245,000, EXP Realty of California Inc., Phillip Savas 805-7089242, DRE#02113928
875 Norma Way, 5BD, 3.5BA, Sat & Sun 2-4, $2,295,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Erin Beck / Georgette Owens 805-708-0446 / 805-5706138, DRE#00552664
1515 Santa Barbara St, 5BD, 3BA, Sun 1-3, $2,395,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Randy Freed & Kellie Clénet 805-895-1799 / 805-7055334, 00624274 / 01434616 4529 1/2 Hollister Avenue, 4BD, 2.5BA, Sat 1-3, $2,399,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Chase Enright 805-7084057, DRE#01800599
311 Peach Grove Lane, 4BD, 3BA, Sun 1-4, $2,495,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Sina Omidi 805-6897700, DRE#01944430
636 Litchfield Lane, 5BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $2,890,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Katya Sheets / Bryan R. Uhrig 805-708-2323 / 805-331-3191, DRE#01467861
223 La Vista Grande, 4BD, 3BA, Sun 1-3, $2,995,000, Village Properties, Aaron Gilles 8058951877, DRE#01509445
979 Debra Dr, 4BD, 2.5BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $3,099,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Alanna Watson 805-5704020, DRE#02241240
170 Loma Media Road, 4BD, 4BA, Sun 2-4, $3,199,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Lyndsey Jones 805-6802856, DRE#00552664
1649 Miramesa Drive, 5BD, 2.5BA, Sun 2-5, $3,255,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Stefan Stojanovski 805570-0640, DRE#01229404
3855 Calle Cita, 4BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $3,798,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Caleb Overton 805-4537080, DRE#02117608
2106 Mt Calvary, 4BD, 4BA, Sat & Sun 12-3, $3,850,000, Village Properties, Spencer Cole 805-6896673, DRE#02115510
365 Loma Media Road, 5BD, 4.5BA, Sat & Sun 11-3, $4,195,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Michael Schlink 309-6572469, DRE#01229404
2615 Foothill Ln, 4BD, 5BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $4,495,000, Village Properties, Devin Wong / David M. Kim 805-451-6157 / 805-296-0662, DRE#01976444 / #01813897
1062 Camino del Retiro, 5BD, 6BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $4,995,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Karina Matic 805-6807701, DRE#01726170
1426 Mountain View Rd, 4BD, 3.5BA, Sun 1-3, $5,495,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Michael Calcagno 805896-0876, DRE#01499736
2082 Las Canoas Road, 4BD, 4BA, Sun 2-4, $6,750,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Jacopo Giacopuzzi 805335-3519, DRE#00552664
1103 Harbor Hills Drive, 4BD, 3.5BA, Sun 10-1, $7,450,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Stefan Stojanovski 805-570-0640, DRE#00917775
Montecito
1067 E Mountain Drive, 3BD, 1BA, Sat 1-4 & Sun 12-3, $3,149,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Michelle Madril / Sharon Jordano 805-453-0927 / 805-280-2055, DRE#00917775
62 Canon View Rd, 4BD, 4BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $3,395,000, Village Properties, James Krautmann 805451-4527, DRE#01468842
Strategies for a Shifting Market
Ah, the Santa Barbara market: Its own little bubble in the real estate game. Unlike other metropolitan areas, we have just now hit three-month supply here. Our real estate is, ultimately, constrained to allowed land use and supply, of which our precious mountains and ocean embrace. Yet, if more is on the market, then certainly more of the market is negotiable. In a shifting market, what are a few strategies you can look to?
Price versus credit to which is your gain? If you have a negotiated amount, should you use it to reduce the sales price, or should you use it as a credit from the seller? The former is basic: reduced price, lower long-term tax basis. The latter can be split into several different categories. Between the two, the seller should have the “same” tax basis. I have to use quotations here because I am not a tax professional, and their advice and your situation trump anything I could ever know. Though, my understanding is that, generally, the math works the same for the seller in either situation.
On the buyer side, though, you have quite a few options. You can work to use the amount to offset direct, recurring, and non-recurring closing costs. This could be anything from origination costs and points
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to tax impounds or title work. It could also be a buy-down against your mortgage payment temporary or permanent, as your situation allows. And that certainly can impact your monthly payment! The structure of your financing will determine how credits can be utilized, so be sure to chat with your lending team if these are being considered.
Additionally, taking negotiations as credits against closing costs versus off the sales price allows for higher leverage
OPEN HOUSES
1647 Posilipo Lane, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sat 2-4 & Sun 1-4, $3,995,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Charlie Bogue / Andrea Cambern 805-837-4213 / 805-7222352, DRE#01426886
1116 Hill Road, 3BD, 32BA & 1PBA, Sun 1-3, $4,295,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Kristi Curtis 805886-6135, DRE#02012866 939 Arcady Road, 5BD, 5BA, Sat 12-3, $5,150,000, Epstein Partners/ Keller Williams, Stan Aslanian 805689-2265, DRE#01866068 1395 Virginia Road, 5BD, 5BA, Sat 12-2, $6,750,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Sharon Jordano 805280-2055, DRE#01415235 1285 E Mountain Drive, 4BD, 6BA, Sat 1-3:30, $7,995,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, JJ Gobbell 805-4035785, DRE#00968247
690 San Ysidro Road, 4BD, 7BA, Sun 1-4, $11,200,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Jazmin Pizzarelli 805980-8648, DRE#01426886
Carpinteria
3950 Via Real, #239, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 1-4, $995,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Marie Larkin 805-680-2525, DRE#00523795
opportunities. This can give you different tax benefits and holding costs than with a lower sales price. Your initial closing disclosure is ideally the final time to refine the situation and answer questions before signing loan documents. Executing this with no questions essentially is a thumbs-up for the closing of your loan, and the finalization of terms and conditions.
If negotiations exist for additional funds on the table, review your options and decide what is best for you at that time.
Our market may be shifting; however, the right spot in the 805 is still one of the most delightful around. And that, my friends, is a credit to all of us.
Austin Lampson is a licensed mortgage professional and branch manager of Origin Point Mortgage. 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, austin@austinlampson.com, or visit austinlampson .com
Saturday 6/21 & Sunday 6/22
5150 Concord Place, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 12-2, $1,365,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Brisaly Balderas 805-335-4726, DRE#02128318
6180 Via Real #40, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 12-2, $1,629,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Lindsey Densmore 310991-6439, DRE#00917775
3375 Foothill Road #921, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 12-3, $1,895,000, Village Properties, Michael Dickman 805689-3355, DRE#02093312
3375 Foothill Road #911, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 1-3, $1,950,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Beau Staley 805-5502408, DRE#01491532
7130 Gobernador Canyon Rd, 3BD, 4BA, Sun 12-2, $2,725,000, Village Properties, Pam Shalhoob 805-895-9190, DRE#02053975
Santa Ynez Valley
246 3rd Street, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 12-2, $1,225,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Arielle Carleton 818-448-8970, DRE#02074002
836 Coiner Court, 4BD, 2.5BA, Sat 11-1, $1,325,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Cammy Pinoli 805-452-9725, DRE#02074002
461 Dogwood Dr, 5BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,328,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Candice Signa 805-6807300, DRE#01226917
320 5th Street, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 11-1, $1,350,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Laura Drammer 805-448-7500, DRE#01209580
1334 Edison Street, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 12-2 & Sun 1-3, $1,385,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Daulton Wolf 805-7576797, DRE#02202805
1311 Meadowvale Road, 3BD, 1.5BA, Sat 12-2 & Sun 11-1:30, $1,495,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Danielle Travis 808-280-1123, DRE#01209580
1570 Mountain View Dr, 3BD, 3BA, Sat 1-4 & Sun 11-2, $1,495,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Joe Ramos & Colby Barrick 805-680-6849 / 805245-5766, 02040488 / 02082097
3541 Olive Street, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 10:30-1, $1,520,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Susan Beckmann 805-245-8141, DRE#01185206
571 Oak Ridge Road, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,575,000, Epstein Partners/Keller Williams, Kendrick Guehr 805-448-4185, DRE#01964065
851 Adobe Creek Road, 4BD, 2.5BA, Sat 2-4, $3,195,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Cammy Pinoli 805-4529725, DRE#02074002
Ventura
2515 Harbor Blvd Unit 1, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 1-4, $659,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Suzzi Koenig-Brown 805415-7625, DRE#02142536
3104 Lisbon Ln, 3BD, 3BA, Sat 11-2 & Sun 12-3, $670,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Anita Seyedi 805-8123055, DRE#02200154
3366 Shadetree Way, 3BD, 3BA, Sun 1-4, $700,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Jessie Chen 805-7587948, DRE#01882960
4062 Tradewinds Dr, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 12-3 & Sun 1-4, $986,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Magda Nordahl 805-7015001, DRE#02021494
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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.
Welcome to 122 Skyline Circle, a beautifully updated coastal retreat perched above Santa Barbara’s soughtafter Mesa neighborhood. This residence lives mostly single-level and offers 1,750 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed living space on an expansive 10,000 sq. ft. lot, all graced by unobstructed, panoramic southwesterly views of the Pacific Ocean and Channel Islands. Step into a bright and inviting layout where every corner has been tastefully enhanced for comfort and style. This home is just minutes from Shoreline Park, Hendry’s (Dogfriendly) Beach, Lazy Acres Market, charming local eateries, coffee shops, and more. The vibrant coastal lifestyle awaits right outside your door!
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!
1/2 acre ocean front lot! This is a once in a life time opportunity to purchase a vacant piece of ocean front property located in one of Santa Barbara’s most desirable neighborhoods. Build your dream home to the exact specifications that you desire. Panoramic ocean views! The Richardson Team
Mike and Kyle Richardson Team@mrrealtors.com
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Lic. #00635254 + #01902531
Tucked beneath mature oaks on a serene 1.05-acre lot, this charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath cottage o ers a rare sense of privacy and natural beauty. With just over 1,100 square feet of living space, the home feels like a secluded retreat, surrounded by open, level grounds perfect for expansion, garden paths, or outdoor living. A private sauna nestled among the trees adds to the peaceful atmosphere, while the sounds of birdsong and rustling leaves create a calming, grounded environment.
Located just minutes from Montecito’s Upper Village and trailheads to scenic canyon hikes, the property blends seclusion with easy access to beloved local destinations like Lotusland and San Ysidro Ranch. Situated in the desirable Cold Spring School District, this home o ers a unique opportunity to create a personal sanctuary in one of Montecito’s most naturally stunning settings - ideal for peaceful weekends and breezy evenings alike.
Tucked along a quiet street on Santa Barbara’s beloved Westside, this quintessential bungalow is a charming blend of character, comfort, and possibility. With 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, and the kind of soul only time can create, it’s the kind of home that welcomes you with warmth. Original wood oors and classic moldings set a timeless tone, while light dances through every room, inviting you to slow down and savor the moment. The layout is cozy yet functional, perfect for anyone seeking an inspired space with room to grow. One of the bedrooms o ers exible use - ideal as a home o ce, creative studio, or peaceful guest retreat, giving you options to shape the home around your lifestyle. Outside, the sun- lled yard is a blank canvas, ready for your vision of veggie beds, wild owers, or weekend brunches under the open sky. Whether you’re a rst-time buyer, downsizing dreamer, or weekend gardener, this property is poised to become something truly special.
Just minutes from the Mesa, downtown, and all the best of Santa Barbara living, 1731 Pampas is more than a home - it’s a lifestyle waiting to unfold.
Airport Day Inspires Youth with Career Options
At the Imagine Airport Day on June 7, an Atlantic Aviation hangar was turned into an inspiring general aviation career event. It featured aviation professionals and an impressive array of aircraft. Pilots flew in to speak one-on-one with youth alongside their planes and gave presentations during a program, which also featured remarks by Mayor Randy Rowse and Santa Barbara Airport Director Chris Hastert. With Montecito Motor Classic (MMC) as the event organizer, the event included many classic cars too.
The event was created by Dolores Johnson, who cofounded the MMC and was a general aviation professional for 44 years. Johnson is passionate about conveying to youth the multitude of interesting and exciting career opportunities in general aviation, many of which do not require a college degree. She began as a front-desk clerk at an FBO (fixed base operator), which led to a glamorous career in worldwide sales and to serving as an airport commissioner here.
In crafting the event, Johnson sought to excite the next generation of aviators. “They don’t even know they want to be aviators,” Johnson related, “because they don’t know that these careers exist.” She sought to expose all ages, but especially the really young. Ask any pilot how old they were when they knew they wanted to be a pilot, Johnson related, and they will tell you that they were very young.
The President/CEO of AOPA (Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association), which boasts more than 300,000 members, flew in for the event in his 1945 P-51 Mustang, considered the most iconic World War II plane. The landing and takeoff by this seasoned pilot, Darren Pleasance, were thrilling events in themselves. Pleasance shared that he thinks aviation is one of the most exciting career fields, but that few kids know that this possibility even exists and that it is easy to enter.
In addition to airline jobs, Pleasance recounted, there are jobs in medevac, flight instruction, aerial firefighting, cargo, corporate jets, bush flying, powerline patrol, law enforcement, crop dusting, and search and rescue. On top of that are the emerging industries of drones, electric air taxis, and low-cost space flight.
As a teen, Pleasance would ride his bike to a small airport and offer to work for aircraft owners in exchange for a plane ride. He managed to get his commercial, instrument, and flight instructor ratings by age 18, enabling him to pay
his way through college at UCSB. He feels fortunate to have discovered flying at a young age and lead an amazing life that has included being an Alaskan bush pilot, corporate jet pilot, and competition aerobatic pilot. Pleasance is also a former tech executive, having served at Google as managing director of global customer acquisitions and at Cisco leading its Acceleration Center.
He views such an event as pivotal in helping expose youth to the diverse and exciting career and life opportunities afforded by aviation. Since most youth don’t have direct access to anyone in the aviation field, such an event is essential “to connect inspiration and opportunity with the young individuals. There’s a saying that “you have to see it to be it’” and this event played a key role in helping kids see these opportunities.
Renowned pilot (and author) Tracey Curtis-Taylor arrived in her Boeing Stearman biplane. She shared that she was delighted to participate in an event that seeks to inspire youth to consider flying. Retracing the paths of pioneering women pilots in her biplane has provided her with a life of thrilling adventure and she encourages all young people “to give flying a go.” She acknowledges the challenge of paying for flying lessons and thus the importance of making youth aware of the many scholarships and support programs available.
S.B. Airport Director Chris Hastert hatched the idea to bring back an Airport Day, which the airport formerly hosted but hasn’t done since 2006. Before assuming his current position, Hastert was the general manager at the Santa Maria Public Airport District, where he co-created the Central Coast AirFest. That event showed him how impactful engaging the public with aviation can be, and he wanted to bring that same spirit to Santa Barbara. The career focus of this event, however, was novel, and Hastert was quick to give full credit to Johnson for the vision and execution.
Crucially important, the event presented scholarship information. Event Committee Member and S.B. Aviators Founder Taylor Jobe related that for youth not connected to the aviation community, a career in the field can seem inaccessible, but that an overwhelming number of scholarships exist.
The event sought to address the accessibility issue also through one-on-one conversations with professionals who rose through the ranks. Many people, like Johnson, start off
in entry-level positions and move up the corporate ladder.
Also participating in the event was SafeLaunch, a local nonprofit founded by Janet Rowse and Ron Cuff, that seeks to prevent addiction through education on the science of the developing brain. A key component is its Flights Above Addiction program, which invites youth at aviation events across the country to paint on its Cessna 182 after a brief lesson about the science of addiction and a pledge to not use alcohol or other drugs before age 21. For the event, four Dos Pueblos High School students designed and painted a mural on the Cessna.
Alongside the aircraft at the event were nearly 20 classic and contemporary cars, with the owners on hand to chat with guests, and auto expert Monte Wilson doing interviews. Especially noteworthy were a 1955 Mercedes 300 Gullwing and a 1962 Ferrari 250GT Lusso.
SOCIETY MATTERS Text and photos by Gail Arnold
S.B. Aviators Founder and Event Committee Member Taylor Jobe, Experimental Aircraft Association S.B. President and Committee Member Michelle Leiphardt, AOPA (Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association) President and CEO Darren Pleasance, Mayor Randy Rowse, and Event Committee Member Monte Wilson
Mayor Randy Rowse, Mental Wellness Center High School Education Coordinator and Committee Member Mari Mender, Event Committee Member Nancy Melekian, former county undersheriff and former city interim police chief Barney Melekian, Event Committee Member Dana Hansen, Event Committee Member Dana Newquist, and S.B. Airport Director Chris Hastert
Event organizers and participants. An emergency prevented Johnson from attending.
Aviator Tracey Curtis-Taylor and her vintage Boeing Stearman biplane
BY SUMMER KNIGHT - 2025 PRESIDENT - SANTA
OPENING DOORS: REALTORS® WORKING FOR HOMEOWNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
is National Homeownership Month, and it is a time to reflect on the role it plays in strengthening families, building communities, and creating generational wealth. Yet for many Californians, the dream of homeownership feels further out of reach than ever. High prices, low inventory, and burdensome regulations have created one of the nation’s most challenging housing markets.
That’s why the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), in partnership with the California Association of REALTORS® (C.A.R.) and local associations like the Santa Barbara Association of REALTORS® (SBAOR) is working every day to turn that tide.
At the heart of the housing crisis there is a simple truth: we don’t have enough homes. Our organizations are pushing for policies that accelerate housing production across the board, especially in high-demand states like California.
NAR continues to advocate for reforms and streamlined permitting processes through federal grants and incentives for local governments. These efforts align with California’s own initiatives that serve to attract more investment to build owner-occupied homes and convert underused commercial properties into residential and mixed-use projects which allow for more hous-
ing in underutilized commercial corridors. REALTORS® are working to ensure these tools are implemented effectively. Not just passed but put into action.
Homeownership has long been a path to financial stability, partly due to tax benefits like the mortgage interest deduction and capital gains exclusions. NAR is fighting in Washington to preserve and expand these benefits at a time when some lawmakers are calling for changes to the tax code that could make homeownership less attractive, particularly in high-cost states like California, where home prices can trigger tax thresholds more quickly.
Another key challenge is financing. Many would-be buyers in California are sidelined by rising interest rates and tightening credit standards. NAR supports legislation to increase access to affordable financing, especially for first-time buyers, veterans, and those from historically underserved communities.
Here in California, our Dream For All program, which provides shared equity down payment assistance, has been a major innovation. C.A.R. was a strong advo cate for the creation of this program and fought to make sure it was properly funded. Elevating these kinds of programs nationwide is a major goal of the Santa Barbara Association of REALTORS®.
During National Homeownership Month, we don’t just celebrate the homes people already have, we fight for the ones they still dream of. In California and across the country, REALTORS® are on the front lines of that fight. Because everyone deserves a place to call home.
Summer Knight is a Santa Barbara native and top producing Realtor at Sun Coast Real Estate. Summer has been a member of the Santa Barbara Association of Realtors for over 20 years and currently serves as the President of the Board of Directors. Reach Summer at 805-886-1261 or summer.k.knight@gmail.com.
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SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105
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SANTA BARBARA COUNTY SALES
DATE ADDRESS
BUELLTON/SOLVANG
THOMPSON NATHANIEL EU
CARPINTERIA KAVANAGH CYNTHIA EA
WOOTEN FAMILY TRUST
GOLETA LANG ANDREW EA
RABER LYNN EA
CORNWELL CONSTANCE EA
NEIGHBORS GLEN EA
THOMAS MELANIE EU
HORNE GREGORY EA
GARCIA THOMAS
RANCHO ESTATES COWAN
LEWIS MICHAEL EA
DOTY THOMAS EA
ISLA VISTA EDWARDS NANCI EA
LOMPOC FORD JUSTIN
HARBRIDGE JOHN EA
TRUJILLO FERNANDO EU
PETERSON DAVID EU
DOMINGUEZ FERNANDO EU
KETTERING DAISY EA
DAINS GEOFFREY EU
WASEM DANNIELLE EU
MADSEN ELAINE EU
THIBAULT ROBERT EA
MUNDRA ANIEL
MILES LINDSEY EA
BECERRA JOSE EU
HAWN RILEY EU
RABANI-JENKINS OMEED EU
COASTAL HARMONY LLC
RUIZ RIGOBERTO EA
ALBERTO EU
$1,125,000 5/16/25 324 ODENSE ST
$680,000 5/15/25 5915 BIRCH ST 4
$610,000 5/16/25 5966 BIRCH ST 2
$745,000 5/12/25 409 ELLWOOD BCH DR B
$1,285,000 5/13/25 5080 RHOADS AVE B
$1,705,000 5/13/25 820 SERENIDAD PL
$1,000,000 5/14/25 5730 GATO AVE
$1,841,500 5/15/25 470 ARUNDEL RD
$1,720,000 5/15/25 317 LORETO PL
$564,000 5/15/25 5518 ARMITOS AVE 88
$317,000 5/15/25 7465 HOLLISTER AVE
$1,135,000 5/16/25 76 SURREY PL
$959,000 5/16/25 7620 HOLLISTER AVE 219
$2,100,000 5/14/25 6724 PASADO RD
$665,000 5/12/25 512 BUSH CT
5/13/25 414 W WALNUT AVE MENDOZA BRENDA
MORALES CHRISTOPHER EU
WANDA EU
KALLE EU
5/13/25 1705 E BERKELEY DR
5/13/25 1209 JASON DR KUEFFER MICHELE
RYAN EU
DEMATTEIS WILLIAM
5/14/25 116 S B ST
W
AVE LOS OLIVOS NICHOLAS ANNE EA
COREY EA
WILLIAM EA $1,975,000 5/12/25 1109 OLIVE ST PHENIX DUDLEY EU
MICHAEL EA
MARK EU
NANCY
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY SALES
SANTA MARIA MOODY JAMES HERR MICHAEL
CAREY DAVID EA
SCOTT LINDA
SANCARLINO LLC
MAREZ JULIE EA
TISDALE DEVAN EU
BALDUS LISA EU
TRILLO PEDRO
WOODWARD DAVID EU
SNYDER RICHARD EA
MAGANA JOSE EU
WILKINSON LISA EA
SANTA YNEZ LEYVA JESSE EU
PERONA BRIAN EU
OWENS DESIREE EU
KWON MATT
ANGUIANO RAUL
ANTONIO RAYMUNDO EA
POPICK BRIAN EU
GONZALEZ BANDAN EA
POSADAS NOEMI EA
ZAMUDIO-ESCOBAR EDGAR EU
CAMARENA JOSE EU
OCHOA RAFAEL EU
OLMOS CENTRAL COAST PROPERTIES
BLACKSMITH PREPERTIES
O'CONNOR BRIAN EU
DATE ADDRESS
$460,000 5/13/25 1180 E FOSTER RD B
$665,000 5/13/25 2416 WAILEA CT
$550,000 5/13/25 627 SPYGLASS DR
$645,000 5/14/25 1279 W STOWELL RD 6
$565,000 5/14/25 212 W MONROE ST
$585,000 5/15/25 2311 S WESTBURY WAY
$773,000 5/16/25 1038 LAUREL CT
$625,000 5/16/25 1402 N MILLER ST
$760,000 5/16/25 1397 STUBBLEFIELD RD
$1,310,000 5/16/25 5607 OAKHILL DR
$619,000 5/16/25 635 E EL CAMINO ST
$550,000 5/16/25 822 E LAGUNA AVE
$3,262,500 5/12/25 1712 REFUGIO RD
$1,900,000 5/16/25 846 SIENNA WAY
This data is provided to The Santa Barbara Independent by an outside third-party source and represents a partial list of recorded residential sales in Santa Barbara County on the dates listed. While this information is public record The Santa Barbara Independent cannot guarantee the accuracy nor the completeness of this list.
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