on the successful representation of the seller at 780 Rockbridge Road, Sold for $10,700,000.
MARSHA KOTLYAR ESTATE GROUP
805.565.4014
Home@MKGroupMontecito.com www.MontecitoFineEstates.com DRE 01426886
on the successful representation of the buyer at 7244 Gobernador Cyn Rd, Sold for $5,375,000.
BARTRON REAL ESTATE GROUP
805.563.4054
Team@BartronGroup.com www.SantaBarbaraHomes.com DRE 01005021
on the successful representation of the seller at 71 Seaview Drive, Sold for $3,500,000.
on the successful representation of the seller at 7244 Gobernador Cyn Rd, Sold for $5,375,000.
JOSIAH HAMILTON
805.284.8835
Josiah@TheHamiltonCo.com
www.TheHamiltonCo.com DRE 01415235
on the successful representation of the buyer at 560 San Ysidro Road, Sold for $4,550,000.
CRISTAL CLARKE
805.886.9378
Cristal@Montecito-Estate.com www.Montecito-Estate.com DRE 00968247
LISA FOLEY
805.252.2271
LisaFoley@bhhscal.com DRE 01995513
on the successful representation of the seller & buyer at 1212 Shoreline Dr, Sold for $3,265,000.
on the successful representation of the buyer at 71 Seaview Drive, Sold for $3,500,000.
STEVE BREIHAN
Anderson Hurst Associates 314.753.1899
SteveBreihan@bhhscal.com DRE 02244138
LISA FOLEY
805.252.2271
LisaFoley@bhhscal.com DRE 01995513
on the successful representation of the buyer at 761 Westwood Drive, Sold for $3,200,000.
KEVIN SCHMIDTCHEN
805.689.6877
KevinSchmidtchen@yahoo.com
www.SantaBarbaraRealEstateVoice.com DRE 01316975
LISA FOLEY KEVIN SCHMIDTCHEN
LISA FOLEY
STEVE BREIHAN, ANDERSON HURST ASSOCIATES
BARTRON REAL ESTATE GROUP
CRISTAL CLARKE
Reputation Matters.
Reputation Matters.
01308141
Khemani, 805.252.0265
LIC# 01387945
541 SWEET RAIN PL, GOLETA
3BD/2½BA • $1,339,000
Madhu Khemani, 805.252.0265
LIC# 01387945
234 ROOSEVELT AVE, VENTURA
Carrie Stanton, 805.816.9344 LIC# 01824394
3773 GREGGORY WY #2, SANTA BARBARA
3BD/3BA • $1,395,000
Randy Glick, 805.689.7167
LIC# 00950129
3BD/2BA • $1,300,000
Reyne Stapelmann, 805.705.4353 LIC# 01347808 OPEN SAT/SUN 1:30-3:30
8300 FOOTHILL RD, NEW CUYAMA
1BD/1BA; ±166 acres • $700,000
Graham Goodfield, 805.331.5252
LIC# 01998308
Above-and-Beyond Home Safety Against Wildfire
This is the time of year when our firefighters become extra-vigilant as warmer, drier days and nights stoke the potential of wildfire, Santa Barbara’s most common natural disaster. On June 2, Santa Barbara County Fire Department in coordination with local, state, and federal agencies announced the beginning of this year’s “high fire season.”
With the declaration, County Fire has suspended all residential burn permits and increased response deployment. The department has also detailed a host of proactive safety measures that residents can perform on their properties to help mitigate disaster, including maintaining “defensible space” safety buffers around their homes and outbuildings by removing or thinning vegetation and other combustible materials. Safety agencies also highly recommend “home hardening” against flying embers that can sneak through vents into attics, crawlspaces, eaves, and even under doors.
The best measure against embers is to eliminate vents altogether by building sealed, insulated, and conditioned attics and crawlspaces.
“There’s substantial technique involved in constructing these spaces so they don’t create rot, so make sure your builder understands the science of building them,” says retired builder Bruce Giffin, cofounder of Giffin & Crane. “Additionally, if you’re going to have exposed wood on the exterior of your home, there are a couple of options to
reduce the chances of it catching fire. If it’s new wood, you can order it from the lumber yard to be treated with a fireresistant chemical. If it’s existing wood, intumescent paint can be applied.”
Builders can also make homes more heat-resistant by insulating every wall, including spaces that don’t call for it, including outside covered patios, stucco columns, and parapet walls.
“Every wood wall, every ceiling whether inside or out and every wood cavity should get insulation to reduce the transfer of heat,” Giffin recommends. “The next-best thing to do during new construction or an extensive remodel is to apply a layer of one-inch-thick, foil-faced radiant insulation over all of your plywood wall sheathing before the exterior of your home is stuccoed. This will add insulation value to your walls and more importantly reflect heat away as wildfire closes in.”
Keep in mind that even with defensible space and aboveand-beyond home hardening, wildfires can be unpredictable. Our emergency professionals urge us all to sign up for emergency alerts (at readysbc.org) and to never hesitate to get out of harm’s way.
For more information on defensible space, home hardening, and other emergency prep, visit sbcfire.com/ ready-set-go.
Giffin & Crane has been building custom homes in Santa Barbara since 1986.
Foil-faced insulation surrounding an aluminum-clad dual-glazed window
by Keith Hamm
HEART OF
The 2017-18 Thomas Fire burned 282,000 acres in Ventura and Santa Barbara counties.
546 MIRAMONTE DR., SANTA BARBARA, CALIF. 93109
5 BEDS | 5.5 BATHS | OFFERED AT $3,995,000
No public open houses. Please call your preferred Realtor to schedule a private showing.
The Gamberdella Group is excited to present a legacy property with a front-row seat to the iconic American Riviera.
Perched on 2.67 acres, this rare property captures breathtaking, expansive views – from the Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf to East Beach, Montecito and beyond. Turn your gaze inland to take in the red tiled roofs of downtown, sweep up to the Riviera, over to the Queen of the Missions and along the Santa Ynez range.
Enjoy dreamy sunrises, pink mountain sunsets, sailboats on Wet Wednesdays and front-row fireworks on the Fourth of July – all from an elevated and private site.
Design the home you have always dreamed of, or reimagine the existing 5,478 square foot, mostly single-level 5BD/5.5BA residence. This legacy property has only had two owners since being built in 1964; this is an opportunity to make it yours for the next generation.
Just minutes to Leadbetter Beach, Shoreline Cafe and the Harbor, this is Santa Barbara coastal living at its finest – a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Call today to schedule a private tour.
gamberdellagroup@villagesite.com
GamberdellaGroup.com
Cara: 805.680.3826 / Nicole: 925.548.1305
DRE 01766267 / DRE 02185632
THE BEATING HEART OF SANTA BARBARA
C alcagno & H amilton Real Estate Group
JUST SOLD
The original Hedgerow farmhouse, this stunning ±9,000 sq. ft. Cape Cod-style estate rests on 1.89 acres in Montecito.
We represented the buyer of this single level cottage in Montecito, set behind a gated entry on 0.43-acre.
$3,895,000
We represented the buyer of this 1920’s Joseph Plunkett estate in Hope Ranch, with classic charm & modern upgrades.
SOLD FOR $6,300,973
This serene Santa Ynez Valley ranch spans 5 acres with beautiful residence, guest suite, and equestrian facilities.
AT $3,850,000
NEW LISTING
Set on 1.52 acres in Montecito’s Arcady Estates, this Spanish-style hacienda boasts incredible coastline & mtn views.
KNAPP DRIVE LISTED AT $5,795,000
We represented the buyer of this newly renovated Mesa home with clean, contemporary finishes and ocean views.
FOR $3,200,000
OPEN HOUSES
Goleta
452 Linfield Pl #J, 1BD, 1BA, Sat & Sun 12-4, $685,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Stefan Stojanovski 805570-0640, DRE#02112629
5040 Birchwood Road, 2BD, 2BA & 1PBA, Sat 1-3, $920,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Linda Brown “Brownie” 805-666-9090, DRE#01291782
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 & Sun 1:30-3:30, $1,300,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Reyne Stapelmann 805705-4353, DRE#01347808
7134 Phelps Rd, 3BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,395,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Amy Abbott / Kristin Hall / Beverly Herrera 805-708-3221 / 805-345-8279 / 805-755-8405, DRE#02020854 / #01735358 / #01152828
7659 Dartmoor Avenue, 4BD, 32BA, Sun 1-3, $1,495,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Joanne Stolz 805-895-7322, DRE#00387433
7926 Winchester Cir, 4BD, 3BA, Sat 1-3, $1,925,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Beverly Herrera 805-755-8405, DRE#01152828
5900 La Goleta Rd, 4BD, 3.5BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $3,295,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Terri Dimond 805-7090934, DRE#01378431
San Roque
2727 Miradero Dr #209, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 1:30-3:30, $849,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Georgette Owens 805570-6138, DRE#02172408
2818 Valencia Drive, 3BD, 3BA, Sat 1-3, $2,595,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Christian Webb 559-631-0825, DRE#02125765
Saturday 7/26 & Sunday 7/27
2965 Calle Noguera, 5BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $2,595,000, Village Properties, Marilyn Moore / Bill Reed 805-689-0507 / 805-896-3002, DRE#01255085 / #01155355
The Mesa
1353 Skyline Way, 2BD, 1BA, Sun 3-5, $1,495,000, Richardson Real Estate Services, Kyle Richardson 805-680-3131, DRE#01902531
1330 W Valerio Street, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 11-2, $1,695,000, Village Properties, Johnny Deim 805-6790692, DRE#02247763
2560 Calle Galicia, 3BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $2,295,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Team Shotwell 805-6984511, 02071607 / 02227938
1306 San Miguel Avenue, 3BD, 3BA, Sat 1-4 & Sun 1-3, $2,349,000, Compass, Geoff Rue 805-679-3365, DRE#01939927
1649 Miramesa Dr, 5BD, 2.5BA, Sat 1-4, $3,050,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Sunnie G Maxwell 805-252-9524, DRE#01463861
643 Ricardo Ave, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 2-4, $4,195,000, Richardson Real Estate Services, Mike Richardson 805-451-0599, DRE#00635254
1547 Shorline Drive, 5BD, 5BA & 1PBA, Sun 1-4, $15,250,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Chris Palme 805-448-3066, DRE#00989478
Hope Ranch
4004 Via Laguna, 4BD, 4BA & 1PBA, Sun 1-3, $7,350,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Brad Merritt 805-450-6522, DRE#01855401
1435 Estrella Drive, 4BD, 4BA & 1PBA, Sun 1-4, $12,950,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Brad Merritt 805-450-6522, DRE#01855401
Mission Canyon
840 Cheltenham Road, 3BD, 3BA, Sun 1-3, $1,895,000, Epstein Partners / Keller Williams, Steve Epstein 805689-9339, DRE#00994429
1444 Tunnel Rd, 4BD/3BA & Studio/1BA, Sun 1-3, $2,995,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Renae Conner 805-284-6344, DRE#02013226
2870 Holly Road, 3BD, 2BA & 1PBA, Sun 1-4, $2,995,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Robert Heckes 805-637-0047, DRE#01723319
947 & 949 Cheltenham Road, 5BD, 3BD, Sat 2-4, $3,095,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Robert Heckes 805-637-0047, DRE#01723319
The Riviera
1203 Diana Ln, 3BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $1,895,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Karina Matic / Sarita Vasquez 805-680-7701 / 805-729-1115, DRE#01726170 / #02232751
1825 Stanwood Drive, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 2-4, $2,200,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Joy Bean 805895-1422, DRE#00925828
1018 Roble Lane, 5BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 2-5, $3,095,000, Village Properties, Ryan Kell 805-220-0848, DRE#02224217
743 Alturas Del Sol, 4BD, 3BA & 1PBA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $3,150,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Kristi Curtis / Renee Marvin 805-886-6135 / 805-698-1590, DRE#02012866 / #02056190
365 Loma Media Rd, 5BD, 4.5BA, Sat & Sun 2-4, $3,895,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Andrea Ruhge / Yekaterina G Sheets 805-895-5862 / 805-708-2323, DRE#01965484 / #02061444
1227 Viscaino Road, 4BD, 4BA, Sun 1-4, $3,975,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, The Olivers 805680-6524, DRE#01068228
Santa Barbara
340 Old Mill Rd Space 247, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 10-1 & Sun 12-4, $749,000, Douglas Elliman, Paris Rose 805232-4455, DRE#02141103
2641 State St #2, 3BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 12-2, $1,200,000, Village Properties, Alyssa Jones 805-7558735, DRE#02096482
4440 Shadow Hills Circle #C, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 1-4, $1,200,000, Village Properties, Jim Witmer 805-4483921, DRE#00425344
551 N. La Cumbre Rd., 2BD, 2BA, Sat 1-4 & Sun 12-3, $1,295,000, Village Properties, Cimme Eordanidis / Johnny Deim 805-722-8480 / 805-679-0692, DRE#01745878 / #02247763
3708 Greggory Way #1, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3 & Sun 1-4, $1,375,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Annette Vait / Patricia Garrett 805-886-1926 / 469-427-6180, DRE#02044281 / #01982565
1522 San Pascual Street, 5BD, 2BA, Sun 1-4, $1,399,000, Village Properties, David M. Kim 805-2960662, DRE#01813897
521 East Anapamu Street, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 1-3, $1,495,000, Allyn & Associates, Marsha Gray 805-2527093, DRE#01202130
612 Mayrum Street, 4BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 12-3, $1,529,000, Douglas Elliman Of California, Inc, Adam Mckaig 805-452-6884, DRE#01237501
1212 W Micheltorena Street, 2BD, 1BA, Sat 1-3 & Sun 1-4, $1,700,000, Village Properties, Charlotte Cross / Brian King 805-570-1660 / 805-4520471, DRE#02160376 / #01868186
3891 Sunset Road, 5BD, 3BA, Sun 2-4, $1,895,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, The Olivers 805680-6524, DRE#01068228
4982 San Marcos Ct, 4BD, 3BA, Sun 1-4, $1,895,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Steve Breihan 314-7531899, DRE#02244138
208 Santa Barbara St #A, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 12-3 & Sun 1-3, $1,950,000, Village Properties, Spencer Cole / Emily McPherson 805-689-6673 / 805-766-6014, DRE#02115510 / #02133962
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at $1,495,000
Your Mesa Realtors
COASTAL COTTAGE LIVING ON THE MESA
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 1353 Skyline Way, a thoughtfully updated 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom single-level cottage nestled within Santa Barbara’s coveted Mesa neighborhood. Located just moments from the beach, neighborhood parks, and the Mesa shopping center, this coastal retreat offers convenient access to it all—while tucked away in a peaceful, quiet setting. The main living area features an open floor plan flowing from the kitchen to the living room. The kitchen was tastefully updated in 2019 with quartz countertops, new cabinetry, and stainless
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!
steel appliances. There is a convenient in-unit laundry area just beyond the kitchen with extra counter space and storage. Enjoy original white oak hardwood floors throughout the living area, hallway, and bedrooms. The backyard space is equally inviting, featuring a raised patio shaded by a majestic oak tree—a perfect setting for outdoor dining. The extended driveway and concrete pad offer ample space for parking, a play area, or other creative outdoor use. Additional features include: dual-pane windows, a tankless water heater, and an
1/2 acre ocean front lot! This is a once in a life time opportunity to purchase a vacant piece of ocean front property located in one of Santa Barbara’s most desirable neighborhoods. Build your dream home to the exact specifications that you desire. Panoramic ocean views! The Richardson Team
Mike and Kyle Richardson Team@mrrealtors.com
Mike and Kyle Richardson Team@mrrealtors.com
www.mrrealtors.com
www.sbrealtor.com
DRE Lic. #00635254 + #01902531
Lic. #00635254 + #01902531
OPEN HOUSES
682 Catania Way, 3BD, 3BA, Sat 1-3 & Sun 12-3, $1,995,000, Village Properties, Kim Crawford 805-8868132, DRE#01440068
2920 Kenmore Pl, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 12-2, $2,089,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, John Finseth 805-4033151, DRE#01336897
2335 State Street, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 2-4, $2,325,000, Village Properties, Emily McPherson 805-766-6014, DRE#02122962
4529 1/2 Hollister Ave, 4BD, 2.5BA, Sun 1-4, $2,350,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Chase Enright 805-7084057, DRE#01800599
5114 Walnut Park Dr, 5BD, 3.5BA, Sat 1-3, $2,389,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Steve Heller 805-2522749, DRE#00929496
929 Laguna St #C, 3BD, 3BA, Sun 1-3, $2,449,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Jessica Lovett Christopher 805-6375849, DRE#01489086
513 E Pedregosa St, 5BD, 4BA, Sat 12-2 & Sun 2-4, $3,365,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Yolanda Van Wingerden / Mitch Stark 805-570-4965 / 805-689-2429, DRE#01308141 / #01196532
3919 Antone Rd, 6BD, 2.5BA, Sun 1-4, $3,395,000, Bell Tower Realtors, Ann Rasmussen 805-705-3865, DRE#01818392
2106 Mount Calvary, 4BD, 4BA, Sun 1-3, $3,500,000, Village Properties, Ruth Ann Bowe 805-6981971, DRE#01751940
2711 Samarkand Dr, 5BD, 6.5BA, Sun 1-4, $3,749,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Knight Real Estate Group 805-895-4406, DRE#01463617
3855 Calle Cita, 4BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $3,750,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Caleb Overton 805-4537080, DRE#02117608
Saturday 7/26 & Sunday 7/27
1228 Bel Air Drive, 4BD, 3BA, Sun 11-2, $3,950,000, EXP Realty of California Inc., Travis Thomas 805722-0264, DRE#02127684
905 Laguna Street, 4BD, 3BA & 1PBA, Sun 1-3, $4,273,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, David Goldstien 805-448-0468, DRE#00973297
4530 Via Clarice, 5BD, 3.5BA, Sun 1-3, $4,495,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Knight Real Estate Group 805-8954406, DRE#01463617
1062 Camino Del Retiro, 5BD, 5.5BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $4,995,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Katya Sheets / Karina Matic 805-708-2323 / 805-680-7701, DRE#02061444 / #01726170
1630 N Jameson Lane, 5BD, 5BA, Sat 12-2, $5,950,000, EXP Realty of California Inc., Juliet Amin 949-5219915, DRE#02241040
2082 Las Canoas Rd, 4BD, 5BA, Sat 1-4, $5,990,000, Village Properties, James Krautmann 805-451-4527, DRE#01468842
811 Cieneguitas Rd, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 11-1 & Sun 10-1, TBD, Village Properties, Jill Agonias / Simone Eurich 805-895-9902 / 805-4557992, DRE#02150975 / #02105209
Upper East
512 Plaza Rubio, 3BD, 2BA & 1PBA, Sat & Sun 2-4, $3,850,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Scott McCosker 805-451-1721, DRE#00494253
Montecito
1940 North Jameson Lane Unit A, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 12-3, $1,680,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Jason Siemens 805-455-1165, DRE#01886104
925 Chelham Way, 3BD, 2BA & 1PBA, Sun 1-4, $2,995,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Thalia Kerstiens 805-705-2693, DRE#02180975
1067 E Mountain Dr, 3BD, 1BA, Sun 1-3, $2,999,500, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Jenny Easter 805-455-6294, DRE#01858581
62 Canon View Rd., 4BD, 4BA, Sun 1-3, $3,095,000, Village Properties, James Krautmann 805-451-4527, DRE#01468842
771 Via Manana, 5BD, 5.5BA, Sun 1-3:30, $9,400,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, J.J. Gobbell 805-4035785, DRE#02063124
Carpinteria
6180 Via Real #40, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3, $399,900, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Katie Walsh 805-350-6533, DRE#01513946
3950 Via Real, #239, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 1-4, $995,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Marie Larkin 805-680-2525, DRE#00523795
4617 9th St, 3BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,535,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Whitney Armentrout 805-705-6741, DRE#01941559
3375 Foothill Rd #911, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 2-4, $1,895,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Beau Staley 805-5502408, DRE#02252461
3375 Foothill Road #921, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 1-3, $1,895,000, Village Properties, Carly Gribble 805-9517255, DRE#02233358
5533 Calle Jon, 3BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 12-3, $2,950,000, Village Properties, David Charles Allen 805617-9311, DRE#02070430
123 Polo Way, 3BD, 3.5BA, Sat & Sun 11-4, $3,200,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Cameron Newell 805455-7661, DRE#02055049
105 Polo Way, 3BD, 3.5BA, Sat & Sun 11-4, $4,300,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Cameron Newell 805455-7661, DRE#02055049
120 Polo Way, 4BD, 4.5BA, Sat & Sun 11-4, $5,425,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Calcagno & Hamilton Group 805-252-9522, DRE#01499736 / #01129919
Santa Ynez Valley
546 Covelo Ln, 2BD, 2.5BA, Sat 1-3, $700,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Kelly Mahan Herrick 805-208-1451, DRE#01974836
1334 Edison Street, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 11-1, $1,385,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Jenae Johnson 805-452-9812, DRE#01308742
1231 Pistache Ave, 4BD, 4BA, Sat 12-3, $1,699,000, Village Properties, Elizabeth Breen 805-350-1182, DRE#02254500
2475 Grand Ave, 4BD, 3BA, Sat 11-2, $2,175,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Daulton Wolf 805-757-6797, DRE#02202805
3611 Montebello St, 4BD, 2.5BA, Sun 11-2, $2,195,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Ryan Rennick 805-8868860, DRE#02237509
4825 Baseline Avenue, 3BD, 3BA, Sat 11-2, $2,785,000, Village Properties, Kelli Beaton 805-2455705, DRE#02200652
1740 Still Meadow Rd, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 2-4:30 & Sun 11-1, $3,225,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Dianna Zlaket 805-390-8382, DRE#01701860
Ventura
11381 Cid St, 4BD, 2.5BA, Sun 1-4, $974,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Karen Musser 805-895-3958, DRE#01266118
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Todd Shea
REALTOR®
We’re thrilled to welcome Todd Shea to our brokerage—bringing with him a dynamic blend of industry leadership, marketing expertise, and a signature “Live Life on Vacation” mindset that reflects the very spirit of Santa Barbara living.
Fast, responsive, and always client-focused, Todd is backed by the power of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties—Santa Barbara’s #1 brokerage by market share. Whether coaching youth volleyball or representing luxury homes, he brings passion, professionalism, and a deep love for the community he calls home.
Tucked beneath the graceful branches of a majestic oak tree and surrounded by lush, manicured landscaping, this beautifully remodeled single-level residence offers the quintessential Montecito lifestyle at desirable Villa Coronada. With 2,488 square feet of refined living space on .44 acre, 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, plus access to a community pool and clubhouse, this serene sanctuary blends understated luxury with comfort and ease.
Thoughtfully designed for both relaxation and entertaining, the home features an expansive open floorplan anchored by a light-filled great room with a fireplace, built-in shelving, and warm hardwood floors. A wall of sliding glass doors opens to a spacious patio, inviting seamless indoor-outdoor living and al fresco dining with peek-a-boo ocean views. A versatile den/media room with vaulted ceilings leads to the heart of the home—a well-appointed chef’s kitchen with a pop-out window, breakfast nook, and generous storage. The elegant primary suite is a true retreat, with hardwood floors, a spa-like bath featuring a soaking tub and separate shower, and private access to a tranquil deck embraced by verdant foliage.
Additional highlights include central A/C, a laundry area, and a spacious 2-car garage. Crowned with a classic red tile roof, this Montecito gem offers timeless appeal and effortless living in one of California’s most coveted coastal communities.
MARY
WHITNEY
REALTOR®
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Can You Get a Mortgage If You Weren’t Born Here?
Ithought long and hard about if I should write on this subject. Certainly, our national stage has combusted with issues that hit oh so very close to home. So many of our institutions and practices were dismantled so quickly that we can barely catch up. Yet my place as author is to present information that is relevant to our community, so here goes: How does immigration status impact financing a home?
As you may know, every investor has their own set of guidelines. Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, Ginnie Mae, banks, hedge funds, credit unions, conglomerates they each have nuances, opportunities, restrictions, and terms that determine one’s access to funding. You may also know that the first three are governed under the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA). Thus, they have a general set of guidelines to which
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most lenders conform. The latter listed are not required to conform to these guidelines (a k a “nonconforming” loans), even if they have to abide by other federal regulations, such as the Truth in Lending Act, and Dodd–Frank Wall Street Reform & Consumer Protection Act. A bit nuanced, right? And so, what does that mean if you are a borrower who wasn’t born in the U.S.?
Well, let’s dig in.
Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac which both allow for loans up to the amount of $913,100 in Santa Barbara County, and $1,017,750 in Ventura County essentially take the same stance. “A non-U.S. citizen who is lawfully residing in the United States as a permanent or nonpermanent resident alien is eligible for a Mortgage on the same terms as a U.S. citizen. A Mortgage to a nonU.S. citizen who has no lawful residency status in the United States is not eligible for sale to Freddie Mac.” They leave it up to the lender (a k a underwriters) the documentation needed to determine this. Visas that are typically accepted are those in the A-1 through A-3, E-1 though E-3, G-1 though G-5, and H1 classes. H2 and many others are either ineligible or have very specific parameters to be permitted.
Ginnie Mae has oversight over “govern-
ment” loans, which are primarily FHA or VA in our area. Because VA loans requirements primary focus on military service, there is no focus on visa requirements. FHA, however, had a big change this past year: As of May 25, 2024, non-permanent residents are no longer eligible for FHA financing. This means individuals with temporary legal status, such as a H-1B or “DACA,” cannot get new FHA financing.
month for their FHA loan eligibility.
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Sound restrictive? It can be, and yet there’s also many “foreign national” programs available. These programs exist mainly in the second home space (think snowbirds from Canada), though can also be for investment properties. With lower loan-to-value allowances, these programs do require the income and assets to be verified and be wired through a U.S. Banking Institution prior to closing one cannot simply send funds overseas directly to the title or escrow company.
Though if you are not looking to make any changes to your financing, AND you obtained your loan lawfully at the time of closing, then nothing should be in jeopardy. They can’t “just take” your property away from you. For any loan, if fraud was committed, then the lender has recourse for a much longer period of time.
by Austin Lampson
The fact is that policy is the most impactful thing when it comes to opportunities in the housing market. While ads would have you focus on rates it’s how we can get access to those rates and terms that are most important. As our local, state, and national policies and politics continue to evolve, expect guidelines and regulations to do so as well. Ask questions, be forthright, and let’s cooperate to achieve the American Dream together.
But what if you already own your home? Well, if you are look to refinance, then you are subject to the current terms on the market. We have clients that are in process now, and we must close them by the end of the
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REAL ESTATE SCOOP
MONTECITO VALLEY ESTATE GROUP JOINS VILLAGE PROPERTIES
Rooted in community and guided by shared values, Montecito Valley Estate Group has joined forces with Santa Barbara’s leading independent brokerage Village Properties.
Affiliating with Village made sense to leading agent Tyler Kallenbach, who founded the group with his wife Casey.
First and foremost, it was the alignment of relationshipbased philosophies that persuaded Kallenbach to become part of the long-established firm, whose mission is “to serve the Santa Barbara region and the people who call it home.”
But the rebound in luxury housing made it clear the time was right.
“Speaking primarily for Montecito, sales are up nearly 20% from last year and new listings are up over 30%, which is significant given the depletion in inventory we've seen since COVID,” Kallenbach says. He estimates prices are down about 10% on average in the submarket.
For the Santa Barbara region, more than 500 homes were for sale in mid-July with asking prices up to $66 million, according to Realtor.com. The real estate portal flags the greater area as a seller’s market with more buyers looking than there are homes.
That supports one trend Kallenbach is seeing among
luxury buyers who value privacy and discretion.
“High-net-worth clients are leaning into off-market opportunities more than ever,” he says, “especially when it comes to properties over $20 million.”
Another trend he has seen since the Pacific Palisades fire in January is high demand from out-of-town buyers. “All markers signal a sustained interest among affluent buyers in our community.”
Montecito, with a small-town vibe amid natural beauty, contains a treasure-trove of noteworthy homes. In honoring that rich heritage, the group focuses on historic, architecturally significant and luxury homes. “Properties that have stories, history and quality.”
This emphasis is reflected in the strengths Montecito Valley contributes to Village. “We bring a design-forward, storytelling approach to real estate,” Kallenbach says. “I like to think that adds a fresh creative edge.”
Like Village, the estate group is dedicated to community, family and being good neighbors. “That’s the heartbeat of what we do,” Kallenbach says.
Founded in 2022, Montecito Valley takes pride in attracting people who value history and design and will be good stewards of the land, Kallenbach says. “I feel a tremendous amount of honor being able to be a conduit.”
To learn more about Tyler Kallenbach, Montecito Valley
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