805.563.4054 Team@BartronGroup.com www.SantaBarbaraHomes.com DRE 01005021
on the successful representation of the seller at 1395 Virginia Road, Sold for $6,000,000.
JOSIAH HAMILTON
805.284.8835
Josiah@TheHamiltonCo.com www.TheHamiltonCo.com DRE 01234567
on the successful representation of the buyer at 2995 Calle Bonita, Sold for $5,500,000.
LAURA DRAMMER
805.448.7500
Laura@LauraDrammer.com
LauraDrammer.com DRE 01209580
on the successful representation of the buyer at 1217 Cima Linda Lane, Sold for $3,500,000
CALEB OVERTON
805.453.7080
CalebOvertonSB@gmail.com
CalebOverton.com DRE 02117608
at 1103 Harbor Hills Drive, Sold for $6,750,000.
Associates@EasterTeamRealtors.com www.EasterTeamRealtors.com DRE 00917775
on the successful representation of the buyer at 1395 Virginia Road, Sold for $6,000,000.
COLE ROBBINS
805.403.7735
ColeRobbins@bhhscal.com
ColeRobbins.bhhscalifornia.com DRE 01910827
TEAM
on the successful representation of the seller at 1217 Cima Linda Lane, Sold for $3,500,000.
KATHY & KATIE SPIELER
805.895.6326, 805.245.4582
KathySpieler@gmail.com, KatieSpieler@bhhscal.com
StrandSpielerTeam.com DRE 00851281 / DRE 02172820
on the successful representation of the seller at 1066 Via Los Padres , Sold for $3,300,000.
SCOTT WILLIAMS
805.451.9300
scott@scottwilliams.com
ScottWilliams.com DRE 00628741
CALEB OVERTON
SCOTT WILLIAMS
LAURA DRAMMER STRAND SPIELER
JOSIAH HAMILTON COLE ROBBINS
Reputation Matters.
Reputation Matters.
Santa Barbara Sophistication, Reimagined
1378 SYCAMORE CANYON RD, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
5 BED | 5 BATH | 4,044 SQ. FT. | $3,450,000
Set in the tranquil beauty of Sycamore Canyon, this exceptional property offers a rare balance of elegance, comfort, and versatility. Boasting over 4,000 square feet of living space across the main home plus a detached guest casita, 1378 Sycamore Canyon Rd has been beautifully upgraded with designer finishes and all new systems. This unique property lives either as a spacious 4 bedroom, 4 bath main residence with both upstairs and downstairs primary suites plus the separate guest casita, or, its flexibility also provides for a spacious 3 bed, 3 bath main home with an attached but separate entranced one bedroom, one bath suite with living room and kitchenette, and the separate guest casita making a total of three distinct living spaces. With so many choices, this home is perfect for multigenerational living, as a showcase property with space and privacy for hosting guests, and/or, as a Class A income-producing rental property. Don’t miss seeing this exceptional offering!
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The Post-Earthquake Leadership of Bernhard Hoffmann
Pearl Chase is frequently credited as the person who envisioned and led Santa Barbara’s post-earthquake reconstruction in Spanish-style architecture. While she certainly supported the idea and had a long history of community beautification efforts, she was quick to point to Bernhard Hoffmann as the one who deserved the acclaim for seizing the moment and leading the way. He was successful, despite the obstacles posed by official short-term thinking, now long-forgotten.
In 1959, Chase wrote an article titled “Bernhard Hoffmann: Community Builder”; she described him as “a practical idealist who worked tirelessly and with farsighted vision to make Santa Barbara a beautiful city, with an architecture in harmony with its historical background and adapted to its distinctive topography, its climate and its delightful location.” She added, “Mr. Hoffmann was indefatigable in his efforts, unflagging in his interest, and wonderfully generous.”
On July 10, 1925, less than two weeks after the earthquake devastated many of the downtown buildings, Bernhard and Irene Hoffmann hosted a “Reconstruction Dinner” at their historic property, Casa de la Guerra. The 75 guests included a cross-section of community members including business leaders, local politicians, planners, and members of civic organizations. At the dinner, drawings were shown and consensus was reached about the way forward: “A consistent architecture would mean an increasing of revenue and a general stimulation of business.”
The next morning, the headline of the front-page story read: “Hoffmann Takes Lead in Program.” The article detailed the plan to rebuild downtown in a distinctive design termed “Santa Barbara architecture.” Hoffmann spoke to the opportunity of the moment: “This is no new thing. For years past the leaders of this community have backed the movement toward a distinctive type of architecture in Santa Barbara and experiments have proven it to be an unqualified success. But never before have we had the opportunity to establish the plan throughout the city that the earthquake has afforded us.”
Appointed to the Architectural Board of Review (ABR), he spearheaded (and funded) the Community Drafting Room, which offered architectural assistance to owners of business and residential properties. He also served as a combination spokesperson/promoter of the reconstruction plan to convince the public of the economic and aesthetic benefits for both residents and visitors of rebuilding the wrecked downtown with a uniform Spanish-style architecture.
But Hoffmann was fully aware of the grumbling in various sectors of the community over the legitimacy of the ABR. Many members of the business community believed imposing architectural controls violated their freedom, charging it was elitist, overbearing, and too expensive. He described the situation to a friend back east: “The Architectural Advisory game is going quite well, but we are in the position of the man on the surf board, if he stays ahead of the crest of the wave he may reach the beach; if not, he gets a dousing.”
Discontent spread over the plan for an arcaded Spanishstyle architecture with uniform signage, lighting, shade on both sides of the downtown business district, and the very notion of the review board. Outspoken Councilmember HL Sweeney characterized the plan as “selfish greed, thirst for political power and the disregard of citizenship and property right.”
Sweeney’s outrage was aided by editorials the Santa Barbara Daily News, owned by the powerful publisher Thomas M. Storke. An example: “The News has criticized the architectural board chiefly because the method of selection of its members in effect took the power out of the hands of the city’s representatives and transferred it to others unwarranted interference with the rights of property owners and others is improper.”
The usually mild-mannered Hoffmann publicly took the criticism in stride, but he wrote to his friend, architect T. Mitchell Hastings, “Speaking of politics, just at the present time there is the usual acrimonious pre-election discussion raging and the Storkes are playing their usual contemptible role. I wish that I were an advertiser so I could have the satisfaction of withdrawing any connection with the paper.” He solicited and received the support from a variety of powerful figures in publishing, banking, and philanthropy; they wrote letters but they had little sway on public opinion.
Hoffmann’s close ally, Dr. Rexwald Brown, a member of
the Planning Commission and the head of the Chamber of Commerce, offered a prescient observation: “In 50 years, the citizen then living would pay us homage, but at present we are 10 years ahead of our time.”
Barely six months after the earthquake, newly elected City Council members who were hostile to the planning and approval process voted to abolish the Architectural Board of Review. The act was “to Mr. Hoffmann’s sorrow,” as Pearl termed it. Years later, she admitted, “He was just heartbroken.”
He returned to his leadership of the Community Arts Association and continued to cheer on the efforts of those who moved forward in rebuilding Santa Barbara in a distinctive style. On June 29, 1926, his byline appeared on a full-page article in the Morning Press. In the article, titled “A Year’s Work in Building up ‘City Beautiful,’ ” he asserted, “The horizon is full of rosy possibilities.” He referred to the termination of his work only obliquely, noting: “In future days the happy results of cooperation and coordination in a general plan without sacrificing anything in the way of individuality, can be had by some such coordination as was brought about through the work of the architectural advisory committee.”
Hoffmann resigned as the chair of the Plans and Planting Committee in 1927, and Pearl stepped into the role she kept until 1973. The Hoffmanns continued to split their time between Santa Barbara and Stockbridge, where they the couple increasingly resumed their civic and philanthropic work.
Hoffmann’s visionary leadership in Santa Barbara was hailed outside the city: He was named an Honorary Member of the American Institute of Architects in 1929, and when he died in 1949, he was eulogized in The New York Times as the man who “Restored ‘Quake City.” The obituary in the News-Press noted quite belatedly, considering Storke’s earlier hounding of Hoffmann’s efforts “We have not carried on the dream as well as we should. We might, if we really appreciate what he thought out and what he did for this city, try to revive and restrengthen his hopes for his adopted city. He tried to perpetuate the best in the spirit of this city.” Chase observed, “His work has been, and should continue to be, an inspiration to our public officials and to our fellow citizens newcomers and old-timers alike.”
OUR SANTA BARBARA
by Cheri Rae
Bernhard Hoffmann
We are proud to congratulate these exceptional agents for their outstanding representation and successful closings. Their dedication and professionalism continue to set the standard for excellence in our industry.
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325 MALAGA DRIVE OFFERED AT $6,250,000
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325 MALAGA DRIVE OFFERED AT $6,250,000
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7634 HOLLISTER AVENUE #254 OFFERED AT $739,000
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4895 VIA LOS SANTOS OFFERED AT $4,200,000
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5187 VIA VALVERDE OFFERED AT $1,995,000
302 ARROYO ROAD OFFERED AT $1,879,000
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primary bedroom features a walk-in closet, balcony access, and a fully remodeled en-suite bath with a glass enclosed walk-in shower. The second bathroom has also been tastefully updated, providing comfort and style for guests. This unit has an attached 2-car garage with direct interior access into the unit (a great feature!). Plenty of room to store your e-bikes, surfboards, and beach chairs. Enjoy some ocean peeks as you look out over the horizon from this spacious condo. Additional features include: in-unit laundry, central heating, water softener, and new ceiling fans in the bedrooms. All of this in a prime Mesa location just moments from restaurants, grocery, and beach access.
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| 3,950,000
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OPEN HOUSES
Goleta
30 Winchester Canyon Road #44, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3, $610,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Terri Dimond 805-709-0934, DRE#01378431
5040 Birchwood Road, 2BD, 1BA & 2PBA, Sat 1-3, $897,100, Sotheby’s International Realty, Linda Brown 805-666-9090, DRE#01291782
320 La Salle Road, 3BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,195,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Amy Abbott & Kristin Hall 805-708-3221, DRE#01735358 / #02020854
6715 Calle Koral, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sat 2-4 & Sun 1-4, $1,235,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Lindsey Haeberle / Mia Teetsel 805-951-9139 / 805-2029118, DRE#02199986 / #01256862
562 Poppyfield Place, 3BD, 3.5BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $1,290,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Reyne Stapelmann / Renae Conner 805-705-4353 / 805-284-6344, DRE#01347808 / #02013226
7134 Phelps Road, 3BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,395,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Patricia Garrett 469-4276180, DRE#01982565
The Mesa
1809 Cliff Drive #1, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 2-4, $1,550,000, Richardson Real Estate Services, Kyle Richardson 805-680-3131, DRE#01902531 410 Terrace Rd, 2BD, 1BA, Sun 1-4, $1,795,000, Village Properties, Liz Benson 805-402-1945, DRE#02252004
643 Ricardo Ave, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 3-5, $3,995,000, Richardson Real Estate Services, Mike Richardson 805-451-0599, DRE#00635254
1312 Shoreline Drive, 4BD, 3BA, Sat 2-5, $7,900,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Sherry Lawson 805-252-4400, DRE#01019856
1547 Shoreline Drive, 5BD, 5BA & 1PBA, Sat 1-4, $15,250,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Chris Palme 805-448-3066, DRE#00989478
Hope Ranch
4004 Via Laguna, 4BD, 4BA & 1PBA, Sat 1-3, $7,350,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Brad Merritt 805-450-6522, DRE#01855401
4099 Creciente Drive, 6BD, 3BA & 2PBA, Sat 2-4, $11,200,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Scott McCosker 805-451-1721, DRE#00494253
1435 Estrella Drive, 4BD, 4BA & 1PBA, Sat 1-3, $12,450,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Brad Merritt 805-450-6522, DRE#01855401
Mission Canyon
2870 Holly Road, 3BD, 2BA & 1PBA, Sat 2-4, $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
1302 E Cota Street, 2BD, 1BA, Thur 4-6:30 & Sat & Sun 10-4, $1,495,000, Village Properties, Charlotte Cross / Jill Agonias / Braden Curtis / Lourika van Tonder / Cimme Eordanidis 805-570-1660 / 805-895-9902 / 805 448-5470 / 805 280-5865 / 805 722-8480, DRE#02160376 / #02150975 / #02283881 / #02211987 / #01745878
1018 Roble Lane, 5BD, 3BA, Sat 1-4, $2,995,000, Village Properties, Ryan Kell 805-220-0848, DRE#02224217
1260 Ferrelo Rd, 4BD, 3BA, Sat 4-9 & Sun 1-4, $3,250,000, Douglas Elliman of California, William Turner 805-708-3236, DRE#01935111
1227 Viscaino Road, 4BD, 4BA & 1PBA, Sat 2-4, $3,975,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, The Olivers 805680-6524, DRE#00949938
Santa Barbara
340 Old Mill Rd #107, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 1-3, $595,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Rachel Brown 805-5707160, DRE#01950975
130 W Alamar, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3 & Sun 12-3, $829,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Avi Becker 805-9442653, DRE#02076584
2727 Miradero Drive #209, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 1-4, $839,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Beth Goodman 805-4551909, DRE#00966870
1050 Vista Del Pueblo #27, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 1-4 & Sun 2-4, $925,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Sunnie Maxwell / Michele Madril 805-252-9524 / 805-453-0927, DRE#01463861 / #01961707
811 Cieneguitas Rd, 2BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 12-3, $980,000, Village Properties, Pam Shalhoob 805-8959190, DRE#02053975
1121 Chino Street #5, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3, $1,049,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Brisaly Balderas 805-335-4726, DRE#02128318
325 Ladera St #5, 2BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 12-4, $1,050,000, Village Properties, Chuck Aljian 805-6896390, DRE#01985594
47 La Cumbre Circle, 2BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,249,000, Village Properties, Bruce Frey / Hugo Mendez 805-515-4135 / 805-5709198, DRE#02294679 / #01231746
551 N La Cumbre Road, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 11-2, $1,295,000, Village Properties, Johnny Deim 805-6790692, DRE#02247763
535 N Quarantina Street, 5BD, 3BA, Sun 1-3, $1,382,400, Village Properties, Bruce Frey 805-515-4135, DRE#02294679
917 W Victoria Street, 2BD, 1BA, Sat 12-3, $1,385,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Cole Robbins 805-4037735, DRE#01910827
1212 Micheltorena Street, 2BD, 1BA, Sun 1-4, $1,600,000, Village Properties, Brian King 805-452-0471, DRE#01868186
339 Sherwood Drive, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 2-4, $1,650,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Taryn Martin 805-636-6442, DRE#01995581
5487 Tree Farm Lane, 2BD, 3BA, Sun 12-2, $1,650,000, Village Properties, David Magid 805-4510402, DRE#01964710
1330 West Valerio, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3, $1,695,000, Village Properties, Lourika van Tonder 805-280-5865, DRE#02211987
220 Santa Barbara Street Unit C, 2BD, 2.5BA, Sun 2-4, $1,725,000, Sun Coast Real Estate, Kathryn Sweeney 805-331-4100, DRE#01045079
208 Santa Barbara Street Unit A, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 1-3, $1,765,000, Village Properties, Spencer Cole 805-689-6673, DRE#02115510
3676 Eileen Way, 3BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 12-4, $1,995,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Stefan Rock Stojanovski 805-570-0640, DRE#02112629
3704 Cordero Drive, 4BD, 2BA, Sat 10-1 & Sun 1-4, $1,995,000, EXP Realty of California Inc., Jorden Angel 805-699-8779, DRE#02121165
3726 State St #204, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 2-4, $2,050,000, Village Properties, Nicole Powers 925-548-1305, DRE#02185632
350 Conejo Road, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 11-1, $2,245,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Todd Shea 805-453-7730, DRE#02028163
929 Laguna Street Unit C, 3BD, 3BA, Sun 1-3, $2,325,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Jessica Lovett Christopher 805-637-5849, DRE#01489086
5114 Walnut Park Drive, 5BD, 3.5BA, Sun 1-3, $2,389,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Steve Heller 805-2522749, DRE#00929496
Saturday 8/23 & Sunday 8/24 Continued on page 16
C alcagno & H amilton Real Estate Group
SALES GALLERY OPEN
The Santa Barbara Polo Residences: a rare offering of 40 private residences in a 11.5-acre enclave near Montecito.
We represented the buyer of this renovated contemporary home, just moments from Linden Ave in Carpinteria.
FOR $2,291,000
ACTIVE 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 seller of this spacious Goleta home, situated on a quiet cul-de-sac near Kellogg School.
Enjoy sweeping ocean views and seamless indoor-outdoor living from this beautiful 3BD/2.5BA Mesa home.
AT $3,100,000
Opportunity knocks in San Roque! This 4BD/2BA home w/ 2-car garage offers ample potential in an A+ school district.
AT $1,585,000
OPEN HOUSES
514 East Islay Units A&B, 4BD, 4BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $2,495,000, Village Properties, Marilyn Moore 805-6890507, DRE#01255085
4436 Meadowlark Lane, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sat 2-4 & Sun 1-4, $2,675,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Kathy Hughes 805-448-4881, DRE#00521702
702 E Calle Laureles, 4BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $2,850,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Michael Pinero 310-2134481, DRE#01800009
331 Sherman Road, 3BD, 3BA, Sun 1-3, $2,895,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Alanna Watson 805-570-4020, DRE#02241240
1444 Tunnel Road, 4BD / 3BA, Studio / 1BA, Sun 2-4, $2,995,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Lindsey Haeberle 805-951-9139, DRE#02199986
2106 Mount Calvary, 4BD, 4BA, Sun 1-3, $3,400,000, Village Properties, Ruth Ann Bowe 805-6981971, DRE#01751940
1378 Sycamore Canyon Rd, 5BD, 4.5BA, Sat 1-3 & Sun 10-3, $3,450,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Annette Vait 805-886-1926, DRE#02044281
3855 Calle Cita, 4BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $3,695,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Caleb Overton 805-4537080, DRE#02117608
365 Loma Media Road, 5BD, 4.5BA, Sat 1-3 & Sun 1:30-4:30, $3,795,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Sarita Vasquez / Andrea Ruhge 805-729-1115 / 805-895-5862, DRE#02232751 / #01965484
1439 Tunnel Road, 4BD, 4BA, Sun 1-3, $3,895,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Allie Baxter 805-565-4015, DRE#02072389
Saturday 8/23 & Sunday 8/24
777 N Ontare Road, 3BD, 3.5BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $3,995,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Karina Matic 805-6807701, DRE#01726170
905 Laguna Street, 4BD, 3BA & 1PBA, Sat 1-3, $4,273,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Maurie McGuire 805-403-8816, DRE#01061042
930 San Antonio Creek Road, 6BD, 8BA, Sun 1-4, $6,365,000, Village Properties, Nicole Wesley 805-4486858, DRE#02017169
1367 Via Veneto, 6BD, 6BA, Sat 1-4, $6,500,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Chase Enright 805-708-4057, DRE#01800599
Upper East
4440 Shadow Hills Circle Unit C, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 1-4, $1,100,000, Village Properties, Jim Witmer 805448-3921, DRE#00425344
Montecito
925 Chelham Way, 3BD, 2BA & 1PBA, Sat 2-4, $2,895,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Nicole Dever 805-570-5226, DRE#02110739
62 Canon View Rd, 4BD, 4BA, Sun 1-3, $2,995,000, Village Properties, James Krautmann 805-451-4527, DRE#01468842
202 E Mountain Dr, 4BD, 3BA, Sun 1-4, $2,999,000, Village Properties, Curtis Swan II 805-607-9709, DRE#02049218
1067 E Mountain Drive, 3BD, 1BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $2,999,500, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Alanna Watson / Jenny Easter 805-570-4020 / 805-4556294, DRE#02241240 / #01858581
1116 Hill Road, 3BD, 2BA & 1PBA, Sat 1-3, $3,995,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Renee Marvin 805-698-1590, DRE#02056190
1062 Camino Del Retiro, 5BD, 5.5BA, Sat 1-3 & Sun 1-4, $4,995,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Lyndsey Jones / Katya Sheets 805-680-2856 / 805-708-2323, DRE#02125898 / #02061444
931 Knapp Drive, 4BD, 3BA, Sun 1-3, $5,795,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Dan Crawford 805-886-5764, DRE#01923245
655 Oak Springs Ln, 3BD, 6BA, Sat 1-3, $8,995,000, Village Properties, Tiffany Doré & Shawn Poindexter 805-826-1762, DRE#02222632
Summerland
2176 Ortega Hill Road Units A&B, 5BD, 2BA, Sun 11-12:30, $2,075,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Todd Shea 805-453-7730, DRE#02028163
2297 Golden Gate Avenue, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 12-3 & Sun 1-4, $2,225,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Kathy Henry / Frank Abatemarco 805-637-4400 / 805-450-7477, DRE#01403548 / #01320375
Carpinteria
5700 Via Real #75, 2BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $549,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Brandon Veltri 805-448-7433, DRE#02070796
3950 Via Real #239, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 1-4, $995,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Marie Larkin 805-680-2525, DRE#00523795
3375 Foothill Road #921, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 1-6:30, $1,895,000, Village Properties, Michael Dickman / Carly Gribble 805-689-3355 / 805-9517255, DRE#02093312 / #02233358
5533 Calle Jon, 3BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 11-2, $2,950,000, Village Properties, David Charles Allen 805617-9311, DRE#02070430
120 Polo Way, 4BD, 4.5BA, Sat & Sun 11-4, $5,425,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Calcagno & Hamilton Group 805-565-4000, DRE#01499736 / #01129919
Santa Ynez Valley
1676 Maple Avenue Unit #22 & #24, 4BD, 2BA, Sun 12-2, $855,000, Village Properties, Lynn Z. Gates 805-705-4942, DRE#01391451
355 Glennora Way, 4BD, 3BA, Sun 12-3, $1,095,000, Monument Global Estates, Kelleen Greenwald 805-7571718, DRE#01140992
321 Sycamore Drive, 4BD, 3BA, Sat 1-3, $1,199,500, Village Properties, Johnny Deim 805-679-0692, DRE#02247763
331 Cedar Lane, 5BD, 3BA, Sat 1-3, $1,240,000, Village Properties, Elizabeth Breen 805-350-1182, DRE#02254500
740 Alisal Road, 2BD, 1BA & 1PBA, Sat 11-1, $1,295,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Brenda Cloud 805-901-1156, DRE#00772551
644 Chalk Hill Road, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 12-2, $1,350,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Daulton Wolf 805-7576797, DRE#02202805
1334 Edison Street, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 12-2, $1,385,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Laura Drammer / Arielle Carleton 805-448-7500 / 818-4488970, DRE#01209580 / #02247215
1231 Pistache Avenue, 4BD, 4BA, Sun 12-2, $1,699,000, Village Properties, Elizabeth Breen 805-3501182, DRE#02254500
3072 Fancy Hill Court, 4BD, 3BA, Sun 12-3, $1,998,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Carole Colone 805-7082580, DRE#01223216
690 Valley Oak Road, 3BD, 3.5BA, Sun 12-3, $2,150,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Cole Robbins 805-4037735, DRE#01910827
2475 Grand Avenue, 4BD, 3BA, Sat 11-1, $2,175,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Rachel Mosti 414-687-0740, DRE#02225999
Ventura
7748 Paso Robles St, 4BD, 3BA, Sat 1-4, $1,021,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Elizabeth Cuico 805-512-5773, DRE#01730092
5240 Foothill Rd, 4BD, 4BA, Sun 1-3, $1,875,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Melody O’Leary-Namikas 805-2185035, DRE#01299611
6903 Foxen Canyon, Santa Ynez Valley, California $16,000,000
The remarkable Rancho La Zaca comprises 400+/- acres off the storied Foxen Canyon Wine Trail in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley and includes the 25+/- acre Oak Savanna Vineyard; one of the oldest in Santa Barbara County.
The 8,000 +/- sf main residence was commissioned by actor James Garner in the 1990s and designed by renowned American architect, Hugh Newell Jacobsen. A series of private pavilions, terraces, and courtyards surround an infinity edge pool and fire pit, and embrace unparalleled 360-degree views of undulating vineyards and hills, oak savanna lands, old-growth olive trees, and misty distant mountains.
A recreational paradise, Rancho la Zaca boasts a world-class sporting clay and shooting range, a well-stocked pond with an artfully lit picnic area, an impressive equestrian facility, a croquet/badminton lawn, and miles of hiking and riding trails.
Separate houses for Ranch and Vineyard managers, complete the package. This magnificent ranch is a warm and welcoming retreat for families, friends, festive gatherings, fond memories, and fun!
OPEN HOUSE: FRI. 10-1, SAT. 2-4 & SUN. 1-4
Welcome to this quality built home in the Santa Barbara San Marcos Preserve neighborhood. Very impressive and stylish, offering a rare combination of exceptional charm, modern amenities, and stunning scenery. The 3,084 square feet of living space features 3 very large bedrooms with an easy option for a fourth, and a family room adjacent to the spacious and welcoming kitchen. The open concept living area has impressive vaulted wood beam ceiling and craftsman built river rock fireplace. Privately located upstairs is a delightful sitting room/office adjacent to the en-suite primary bedroom. You will love the stunning mountain & sunset views on one side, and ocean & island views on the other. One full acre of useable land with yard and flowers, several brick patios, large flagstone front porch & fruit trees. Plenty of room for ADU, plus a pool, horses & family orchard. With a very quiet country atmosphere, this special home is less than 5 minutes to State Street. Located in coveted Mountain View Elementary attendance area.
INCREDIBLE VALUE AT $2,675,000
KATHY HUGHES
A BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES
CALIFORNIA PROPERTIES TOP 100 AGENT
805.448.4881
KathyHughes7@cox.net
DRE 00521702
LISTED: 1250 BEL AIR DRIVE, SANTA BARBARA
Casa Bella Vista is a stunning 3,600 sq ft, 4-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home with an office, set on nearly ½ acre in the coveted Bel Air Knolls. Extensively renovated and thoughtfully upgraded, the residence blends bold, modern design with high-tech convenience and relaxed coastal living. Striking interiors feature gallery-like living spaces with soaring ceilings, La Cantina doors framing mountain views, a showpiece chef’s kitchen with butler’s pantry, custom bar, wine cellar, and dual fireplaces. Each bedroom is ensuite, with the luxurious primary offering a spalike bath, walk-in closet, and access to a bespoke cedar hot tub. Outdoors, the reimagined landscape is designed for both leisure and entertaining, with an outdoor kitchen, firepit, putting green, antique limestone fountains, and mature olive trees set against dramatic city views. Perfectly located just moments from Hendry’s Beach and Elings Park, this property offers the ultimate blend of design, comfort, and California lifestyle.
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SANTA BARBARA COUNTY SALES
CARPINTERIA WROLSTAD STEVEN PLUMRIDGE CHRISTOPHER EA $1,250,000 7/30/25
GOLETA RADUJKO ANDY EA
SARAH $1,347,000 7/31/25 5671 CATHEDRAL OAKS RD
GHOLAMI HAMID EA CAJANDIG CECIL EA
GUADALUPE HUBBARD TONY
LOMPOC FORT DARRYL EU
JESUS EU
MONTECITO COTNER EDWARD EA WILLIAMSON JENNIFEREA
COLE VALERIE EA
KHALSA SIMRAN EU
BATH JANE EA
STIEFLER FAMILY HOLDINGS
$567,000 7/31/25 5512 ARMITOS AVE 48
7/31/25
W OAK AVE
$6,200,000 7/28/25 325 MALAGA DR
$6,700,000 7/29/25 603 JUAN CRESPI LN
SCHWARTZ ALEXANDER EU $4,250,000 7/31/25 251 CLOYDON CIR
CADE LINDA EA $3,500,000 7/31/25 1217 CIMA LINDA LN
DUNN SHARON EA EVICK WILLIAM EU
LOS OLIVOS PETRAS DIANE EA MERRITT DARREN EA
SANTA BARBARA GARRIGAN MICHAEL EU
NATALIE
PYNN GREGORY RENE TRUSTEE BURKE MELISSA EA
SORIA KIRSTEN EA
PUNGELLO ROBERT EU ROSS BRIAN
$3,850,000 7/30/25 260 RAMETTO RD
$2,735,000 7/31/25 3650 OAK TRAIL RD
CUMBRE CIR BURRIS MICHAEL
LINCOLN EA $1,160,000 7/31/25 337 E CALLE LAURELES
BURKE MELISSA EA JANIK RAYMOND EU $1,475,000 7/28/25 533 N LA CUMBRE RD
PAULSON GLORIA EA SORENSEN SHANNON EA
REYES JENNIFER EA
DAVID EA $2,050,000 7/28/25 302 ARROYO RD GOYAL VASHAL EA
HENRY EA $3,900,000 7/29/25 4261 RANCHO ASOLEADO DR BENZ PATRICK
PAUL EA $12,891,000 7/30/25 4660 VIA HUERTO
SUMMERVILLE DANIEL EA THOMAN ANY EA
$6,100,000 7/31/25 4205 MARIPOSA DR SANTA MARIA DIDION EVA EA NEWBY SHANNON EU $749,000 7/31/25 4916 TONYA LN
GIBBONS JUSTIN EU
KIM JENNY EU
WALKER CHRISTINE EA
SOUZA SARA EA
BRIAN EU
COLLINS DEBORAH EA
RUIZ YEYMY EA
$500,000 7/29/25 3871 HILLVIEW RD
$650,000 7/30/25 4038 DARTMOUTH LN
Tucked at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac, this single-level Carpinteria retreat blends comfort, style, and a coveted coastal lifestyle. From the living room, dining area, kitchen, and primary suite, revel in breathtaking mountain views that change with the light. The home’s seamless indoor-outdoor flow invites alfresco dining on the private patio, where ocean breezes set the tone for relaxed gatherings. Unwind in the hot tub under the stars, and enjoy the benefit of solar for energy efficiency. All set on a quiet block just minutes from the beach, downtown Carpinteria, the foothills, and scenic parks - the perfect fusion of mountain beauty and coastal living awaits.
New Job, New Mortgage?
Ever since COVID locked us down, many of us have looked to reinvent our relationship to our “work.” Remote gigs, side hustles, multi-state territories, and a strong Wi-Fi connection have changed how we “show up to the office” and how we structure our careers. So, what if you are in the midst of change and want to buy a new home, or even simply refinance the debt you already own?
Mortgage guidelines and terms are based on risk. How likely is this set of characteristics (a k a your life) to repay debt without default? Does the income look to be stable, continuous? Is it too new to rate, or can the level of cash flow needed to meet the monthly mortgage obligation be supported?
Good news: If you are getting a new job, it’s in the same line of work, AND you start on or before the first payment of your new home loan, you should be fine! Bad news: If there’s big changes in the structure of your pay (say, going from salary to all commission) or you have a big gap in employment between Job A and Job B, then expect more hurdles ahead.
Because underwriters have to look at the past and present to determine the likelihood of the future, if there is a big shift from what we used to do to what we are going to do, additional questions, information, and
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verifications may need to be produced to get a new mortgage and yes, even if you already have one. This means that if you are looking to refinance, and that if how you earned money then is not how you earn money now, you may not get your new loan. Being self-employed, moving locations, and even shifting to more incentive pay from standard salary structures all have different nuances when it comes to guidelines and opportunities.
While everyone should pursue their dreams without anxiety of how it might impact their future lendability, it is always key to ask questions if you are making big changes in your life and expect to finance property within a one-year period thereafter. Go for that dream job! Do what you love, and always move forward!
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@austin lampson.com, or visit austinlampson.com.
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MEET KRISTINA NOVAK YOUR LOCAL EXPERT.
With over 37 years in real estate and more than 22 years of calling the Santa Ynez Valley home, I’ve had the privilege of helping families and individuals navigate every kind of market.
For buyers, my goal is simple: to help you discover the right property, whether that’s a vineyard retreat, equestrian estate, or a welcoming home in town. I use my local insight and experience to make the process smooth and rewarding.
For sellers, I focus on telling the unique story of your property, marketing it with care, and guiding the sale to a successful close. Every detail matters, and I take pride in making sure nothing is overlooked.
Over the years, many clients have become friends because I believe in relationships first and results always. My role is to listen, advocate, and see the process through with dedication. It’s not about making promises, it’s about working together to achieve meaningful results. Discover what our clients have to say in their testimonials by visiting our website at monumentglobalestates.com/testimonials
NOVAK Getting results takes strategy, heart, and hustle - and we bring all three. At Monument Global Estates, we understand what it takes to get it done.
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