Santa Barbara Independent Real Estate 3/19/26

Reputation Matters.

THE KOGEVINAS GROUP

on the successful representation of the seller at 869 Knollwood Dr, Sold for $12,250,000.

THE KOGEVINAS GROUP

805.331.7577

Team@Kogevinas.com

MontecitoProperties.com DRE 01209514

on the successful representation of the seller at 1383 School House Rd, Sold for $5,800,000.

on the successful representation of the buyer at 3221 Campanil Dr, Sold for $5,918,000.

ALI EVANS

805.980.8007

Ali@AliEvansRealty.com

AliEvansRealty.com DRE 01846603

MARSHA KOTLYAR ESTATE GROUP

805.565.4014

Home@MKGroupMontecito.com

MontecitoFineEstates.com DRE 01426886

on the successful representation of the seller at 1175 E Mountain Dr, Sold for $4,700,000.

on the successful representation of the buyer at 1175 E Mountain Dr, Sold for $4,700,000.

KARINA MATIC

805.680.7701

KarinaMatic@bhhscal.com

SantaBarbara-Homes.com DRE 01726170

MARSHA KOTLYAR ESTATE GROUP

805.565.4014

Home@MKGroupMontecito.com

MontecitoFineEstates.com DRE 01426886

on the successful representation of the buyer and seller at 2900-3200 Gypsy Canyon Rd, Sold for $4,200,000.

JODY NEAL

805.252.9267

Jody.Neal@bhhscal.com

RanchLand805.com DRE 01995725

SUNDAY 1-3

Tucked within one of the quaintest enclaves near downtown Los Alamos, this charming Victorian-style cul-de-sac home offers timeless living. The two-story residence spans approximately 2,413± SqFt with 5 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, providing flexible space for a home office, guest accommodations, or weekend wine country retreats. Vaulted ceilings create an open, airy atmosphere, while the detached garage offers ample storage or space for your Sunday cruise car. Enjoy relaxing afternoons on the inviting front porch with mountain views and the fragrance of the rose garden. Ideally located just moments from renowned Michelin-rated dining, wine tasting rooms, and outdoor recreation, this home places you at the doorstep of the Santa Ynez Valley lifestyle.

Coastal Design Done Right

Living here in Santa Barbara is truly a privilege: We get phenomenal weather and amazing community, and we are never more than 20 minutes from the beach at any given point in time. I often get questions from clients about how to harness this vibe and translate it into their living spaces.

Coastal decor has long been associated with seashell collections, rope-wrapped mirrors, and cheeky signs announcing “Life’s a Beach.” While those elements can have their place in certain settings, truly timeless coastal design is far more refined. When done well, it’s not about themed accessories: it’s about creating a feeling. The goal is to capture the calm, breezy essence of the shoreline through thoughtful color, texture, and materiality. Here’s how to execute it:

Start With a Serene Color Palette

Color is the foundation of coastal design. Think ocean blues that range from misty sky to soft watery hues. Sea greens such as sage, eucalyptus, and muted aqua evoke dune grasses and rolling tides. Pair these cool hues with warm, sandy neutrals such as soft beige, ivory, and driftwood gray. The interplay between cool and warm tones mirrors the balance between water and shore.

The key is restraint. Choose two or three colors and layer varying shades within that family to create depth. For example, a living room might feature pale blue walls, a slightly deeper blue in accent pillows, and sea-glass green in artwork. Ground the palette with creamy upholstery and natural wood finishes to keep it feeling organic rather than thematic.

Avoid stark whites or high-contrast combinations. Coastal interiors should feel sun-washed and relaxed, as though the colors have gently faded under salty air.

Prioritize Light and Airiness

A well-executed coastal space feels open and breathable. Maximize natural light whenever possible. Sheer cotton or linen window treatments allow sunlight to filter in softly while maintaining privacy.

Furniture layout also plays a role. Leave breathing room between pieces. Avoid overcrowding and oversized silhouettes that block sightlines. Think, “Edit, edit, edit.” Less really is more in these spaces. Opt for clean-lined sofas, beautifully upholstered chairs, and streamlined tables that maintain a casual elegance.

Layer Texture for Depth

The most important element in sophisticated coastal design isn’t décor; it’s texture. Natural materials bring warmth and authenticity. Cotton and linen upholstery create a relaxed foundation. Rattan and wicker add visual lightness while introducing subtle pattern. Seagrass rugs ground a room with earthy texture underfoot. Light-toned woods, such as white oak or reclaimed driftwood finishes, provide structure without heaviness.

Layering is essential. Imagine a neutral sofa dressed in cotton cushions, a chunky knit throw in soft beige, and a woven seagrass rug beneath a weathered wood coffee table. None of these pieces on its own screams “beach,” yet together, they evoke the tactile richness of coastal living. Contrast smooth and rough finishes thoughtfully. Pair a matte ceramic vase with a woven tray. Combine a sleek glass lamp base with a textured linen shade. These juxtapositions add dimension while maintaining harmony.

Keep Accessories Minimal and Intentional

The fastest way to undermine a coastal interior is to overload it with themed accessories. Instead of displaying collections of shells or nautical figurines, choose a few meaningful objects made from natural materials.

Say yes to a large glass jar that collects treasures you’ve collected as a family on beach walks. Say no to store-bought shells and signage decor. Keep it meaningful and simple. A large ceramic bowl in a sea-glass hue. A handwoven basket for storage. A sculptural piece of driftwood. These subtle nods to the shoreline feel curated rather than kitschy.

Final Thoughts

Ultimately, coastal decor done right is about evoking the tranquility of the seaside, not re-creating it literally. When you focus on color, texture, and natural materials, you allow the atmosphere to emerge organically.

Ocean blues and sea greens soothe the eye. Soft beiges and warm woods ground the space. Cotton, rattan, seagrass, and light-toned wood add tactile richness. The result is a home that feels light, airy, and timeless, a quiet reflection of the coast rather than a souvenir shop version of it.

When thoughtfully layered, coastal design becomes less about decoration and more about experience. It’s the feeling of a gentle breeze through open windows, sunlight reflecting off water, and the simple luxury of relaxed living.

DAVID M. KIM OPEN HOUSE THURSDAY 10AM-2PM, SATURDAY & SUNDAY 1-4PM

805-296-0662

david@villagesite.com

dkgroupsb.com

DRE 01813897

The architecture sets the tone from the moment you arrive — clean lines, open volumes, midcentury modern in the best sense. But it's the relationship between the house and its setting that really stays with you. The light moves through beautifully, morning to evening, and the mountain views shift with it in ways that never get old. Dramatic, cozy, effortlessly alive — this house holds all of it.

Inside, the kitchen blends original mid-century character with serious modern cooking — Liebherr, Gaggenau, and Bertazzoni — with mountain views on full display. The primary suite offers a classic ensuite bath, fireplace, and a private deck that makes mornings genuinely hard to leave. Two additional bedrooms and a spacious home office round it out.

The full acre has been left as found — an open meadow, unfenced and unhurried, where deer and birds are still very much at home. Above the meadow, thoughtfully designed ADU plans were created by Ferguson-Ettinger Architects.

Private and serene, yet remarkably close to everything: Francheschi Park, Sheffield Open Space, Parma Park, Cold Spring Trail, biking up Gibraltar Road, world-class dining in Montecito and Santa Barbara - all minutes away.

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.

Elizabeth Wagner

elizabeth@villagesite.com | DRE 01440591

245 CORDOVA DRIVE OFFERED AT $3,500,000

316 VISTA DE LA CUMBRE OFFERED AT $2,850,000

Gamberdella Group

gamberdellagroup@villagesite.com DRE 01766267 | 02185632

1432 SAN MIGUEL AVENUE OFFERED AT $1,975,000

22 CALAVERAS AVENUE OFFERED AT $1,250,000

30 S. SALINAS STREET UNIT B OFFERED AT $1,099,000

333 OLD MILL ROAD #157 OFFERED AT $679,000

Aaron L. Gilles

investinsb@gmail.com | DRE 01509445

223 LA VISTA GRANDE OFFERED AT $2,895,000

1330 W. VALERIO STREET OFFERED AT $1,695,000

471 DEVON PLACE OFFERED AT $1,595,000

Charlotte Cross charlotte@villagesite.com | DRE 02160376

1665 N. REFUGIO ROAD OFFERED AT $3,095,000

1322 SAN MIGUEL AVENUE OFFERED AT $2,575,000

Marcy Bazzani

marcy@villagesite.com | DRE 01402612

526 SAN YSIDRO ROAD #A OFFERED AT $3,750,000

260 CINDERELLA LANE OFFERED AT $2,540,000

Crawford Speier Group csgroup@villagesite.com DRE 01440068 | 02037359

5514 CAPELLINA WAY OFFERED AT $1,450,000

875 WALNUT LANE OFFERED AT $1,395,000

15 LA CUMBRE CIRCLE OFFERED AT $1,265,000

5680 SURFRIDER WAY #105 OFFERED AT $1,195,000

THE BEATING HEART OF SANTA BARBARA

125 BATH STREET B2, SANTA BARBARA CA 931O1

2 BEDS | 2.5 BATHS | OFFERED AT $1,799,000

PUBLIC OPEN HOUSES:

SATURDAY (3/21) & SUNDAY (3/22) FROM 1:00PM-3:00PM

Live the quintessential Santa Barbara coastal lifestyle in West Beach—a lush, tropical oasis in Harbor Court, just moments from the sand, harbor, Funk Zone, and vibrant downtown.

This timeless Mediterranean-style 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath condominium offers effortless indoor-outdoor living in an unbeatable location. The unique floor plan features two ensuite bedrooms, soaring vaulted ceilings, dual fireplaces, and rich hardwood flooring throughout the living spaces and bedrooms. The updated kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, while the spacious primary suite offers a walk-in closet and a peaceful retreat.

Enjoy multiple outdoor spaces including a private patio and balcony, along with the rare convenience of an attached two-car garage.

The resort-style amenities include a pool, spa, sauna, and inviting outdoor entertaining areas making it the perfect lock-and-leave getaway or full-time coastal residence in classic Santa Barbara style.

KIM CRAWFORD | ANGEL SPEIER 805.886.8132 |

OPEN HOUSES

Goleta

345 Kellogg Way #18 Goleta, 3BD, 3BA, Sun 12-2, $1,079,000, Village Properties, Justin Corrado 805-4519969, DRE#01356799

114 Walnut Lane, 4BD, 2BA, Sun 1-4, $1,350,000, Village Properties, Liz Benson 805-402-1945, DRE#02252004

430 Harvard Lane, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 2-4, $1,765,000, Village Properties, Lourika van Tonder 805-280-5865, DRE#02211987

470 Orange Blossom Ln, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sun 1-3, $1,795,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Gabe Grandcolas 805450-4723, DRE#02136492

7569 Newport Dr, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3, $1,895,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Fran Carter 805-705-4751, DRE#02389496

329 Vereda Del Ciervo, 4BD, 4.5BA, Sat 1-3, $3,595,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Steve Heller 805-2522749, DRE#00929496

San Roque

116 S Ontare Road, 3BD, 1BA, Sat 1-4 & Sun 11-3, $1,595,000, Village Properties, Braden Curtis / Sara Cutter / Bruce Frey 805-448-5870 / 808-990-6200 / 805-515-4135, DRE#02283881 / #01490414 / #02294679

39 East Calle Crespis, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 2-4, $2,100,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Diane Waterhouse 805-886-2988, DRE#01257696

2905 Puesta Del Sol, 3BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 10-4, $2,595,000, Village Properties, Sara Beth Cutter / Ryan Kell / Cimme Eordanidis / Gregg Leach 808-990-6200 / 805-2200848 / 805-722-8480 / 805-8869000, DRE#01490414 / #02224217 / #01745878 / #01005773

The Mesa

855 Miramonte, 3BD, 4BA, Sun 1-4, $4,200,000, Village Properties, Ruth Ann Bowe 805-698-1971, DRE#01751940

1547 Shoreline Drive, 5BD, 5BA & 1PBA, Sun 2-4, $14,500,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Chris Palme 805-448-3066, DRE#00989478

Hope Ranch

735 Via Hierba, 4BD, 3BA & 2PBA, Sat 2-4, $4,995,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Greg Moss 805886-6125, DRE#01069933

Mission Canyon

2674 Dorking Place, 4BD, 2BA, Sat 11-4 & Sun 12-4, $1,995,000, Village Properties, Mario Contreras 626616-0060, DRE#02221433

2253 Las Canoas Road, 4BD, 3BA, Sun 1-4, $2,450,000, Village Properties, Brian King 805-452-0471, DRE#01868186

The Riviera

1720 Mission Ridge Road, 3BD, 3BA & 1PBA, Sat 1-4 & Sun 12-3, $3,395,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Kathy Henry 805-637-4400, DRE#01403548

Santa Barbara

2727 Miradero Dr #301, 2BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 12-3, $825,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Michael Schlink 309-6572469, DRE#02241142

1223 Stonecreek Rd Unit C, 2BD, 1.5BA, Sun 1-3, $869,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Maddison Scanlan 805350-2294, DRE#02176065

1701 Anacapa St Unit 20, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 1-3, $945,000, Compass, Nicole Dinkelacker 805-570-8444, DRE#01353415

4264 Carpinteria Ave #5, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sun 11-1, $997,999, Pacific Coast Realty, Adriana Velazquez 805-689-6054, DRE#01290991

115 W Junipero St, 2BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $1,299,000, Village Properties, David M. Kim 805-2960662, DRE#01813897

417 W. Canon Perdido Street, 2BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 11-2, $1,375,000, Village Properties, Jill Agonias / Hannah Peck 805-895-9902 / 805-568-4499, DRE#02150975 / #02197005

2510 Orella Street, 2BD, 1BA, Sat & Sun 2-4, $1,498,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Scott McCosker 805-451-1721, DRE#00494253

218 Santa Barbara St #D, 2BD, 2.5BA, Sat 12-4 & Sun 12-3, $1,575,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Natasha Kucherenko / Britney Schalla 805-626-8459 / 805-4039606, DRE#02312066 / #02381638

5474 Berkeley Rd, 4BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,695,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Randy Freed & Kellie Clénet 805-895-1799 / 805-7055334, DRE#00624274 / #0144616

125 Bath St B2, 2BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,799,000, Village Properties, Angel Speier / Kim Crawford 949-533-6700 / 805-886-8132, DRE#02037359 / #01440068

714 W Sola St, BD, BA, Sat & Sun 1-3:30, $1,900,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Sunnie Maxwell 805-2529524, DRE#01463861

3211 Calle Noguera, 2BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $2,095,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Kit Peterson 805-6895535, DRE#02008932

510 Los Verdes Dr, 2BD, 1BA, Sun 1-3, $2,195,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Jacob Delson 805-558-7251, DRE#02041682

4825 Rim Rd, 2BD, 2.5BA, Sat 12-3, $2,200,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Ken Switzer 805-680-4622, DRE#01245644

3715 Brent St, 3BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $2,395,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Andrea Shaparenko 805-455-4945, DRE#01885544

4535 Carriage Hill Drive, 3BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $2,400,000, Village Properties, Jackie Walters / Pat Saraca 805-570-0558 / 805-8867426, DRE#0835438 / #01080801

2919 Kenmore Pl, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $2,499,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Katya Sheets / Lyndsey Jones 805-708-2323 / 805-6802856, DRE#02061444 / #02125898

1236 Cliff Drive, 3BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 2-5, $2,750,000, eXp Realty/Zia Group, Kimberly Rockwell 805-6988848, DRE#01482947

1512 Hillcrest Rd, 3BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $2,875,000, Village Properties, David M. Kim 805-2960662, DRE#01813897

849 Alameda Padre Serra, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sat 1-3, $2,995,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Maddison Scanlan 805350-2294, DRE#02176065

9 E Quinto St, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sat 12-3 & Sun 2-5, $3,195,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Arrianne Sandera / Ken Switzer 310-547-7401 / 805-6804622, DRE#01872853 / #01245644 713 Alston Rd, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 1-4, $3,295,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Lyndsey Jones 805-680-2856, DRE#02125898

504 Los Verdes Dr, 5BD, 3BA, Sun 1-3, $3,295,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Jacob Delson 805-558-7251, DRE#02041682

3855 Calle Cita, 4BD, 3BA, Sat 1-3 & Sun 1-4, $3,495,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Caleb Overton / Natasha Kucherenko 805-453-7080 / 805-626-8459, DRE#02117608 / #02312066

4488 La Paloma Avenue, 7BD, 6BA, Sat 2-4, $3,495,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Christian Webb 559-631-0825, DRE#02125765

31 Cedar Ln, 3BD, 3.5BA, Sat 1-3, $3,595,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Sarita Vasquez 805-729-1115, DRE#02232751

1175 San Antonio Creek Rd, 4BD, 2.5BA, Sat 12-2, $3,850,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Katie Walsh 805-350-6533, DRE#01513946

908 Via Los Padres, 5BD, 4.5BA, Sun 1-3, $3,995,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Steve Heller 805-2522749, DRE#00929496

1051 Via Chaparral, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sat 2-4, $4,295,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Beth Goodman 805-455-1909, DRE#00966870

415 Yankee Farm Rd, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 11-1, $5,250,000, Village Properties, Ryan Kell 805-220-0848, DRE#02224217

1367 Via Veneto, 6BD, 6BA, Sun 2-4, $5,750,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Chase Enright 805-708-4057, DRE#01800599

Upper East

518 E. Islay Street, 4BD, 4BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $2,950,000, Village Properties, Charlotte Cross / Emily McPherson 805-570-1660 / 805-766-6014, DRE#02160376 / #02133962

Montecito

1220 Coast Village Rd #308, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 2-4, $2,100,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Marcus Boyle 805-4520440, DRE#02013666

648 Orchard Ave, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 1-4 & Sun 1-3, $3,295,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Stefan Stojanovski / Jessie Sessions 805-570-0640 / 805-709-0904, DRE#02112629 / #01937789

14 Chase Drive, 3BD, 4BA, Sat 2-4, $3,350,000, Village Properties, James Krautmann 805-451-4527, DRE#01468842

179 Hermosillo Rd, 2BD, 1.5BA, Sat 12-3 & Sun 11-2, $3,450,000, Spectrum Realty, Drew Dyer 805689-3560, DRE#00904289

315 Calle Elegante, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sat 1-3, $4,950,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Carmen Galzerano 805-705-3080, DRE#01953155

2135 Veloz Dr, 5BD, 6BA, Sat 1-4, $6,595,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Charlie Bogue / Stefan Stojanovski 805-837-4213 / 805-570-0640, DRE#01803038 / #02112629 1493 Sycamore Canyon Road, 6BD, 8BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $8,250,000, Village Properties, Spencer Cole 805-689-6673, DRE#02115510

22 Miramar Avenue, 4BD, 4BA, Sun 1-3, $8,995,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Tyler Mearce 805-450-3336, DRE#01969409

Summerland

2521 Whitney Avenue, 4BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 12-3, $3,320,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Montecito Group 805-451-4999, DRE#01957054

2525 Emerson Street, 3BD, 3BA, Sat 1-3 & Sun 1-4, $4,150,000, Village Properties, Bruce Frey / Jim Witmer 805-515-4135 / 805-448-3921, DRE#02294679 / #00425344

220 Montecito Ranch Ln, 6BD, 10BA, Sun 1-4, $18,950,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Steve Briehan 314-753-1899, DRE#02244138

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OPEN HOUSES

Carpinteria

3950 Via Real #239, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 1-4, $845,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Marie Larkin 805-680-2525, DRE#00523795 3375 Foothill Road 921, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 1-4, $1,800,000, Village Properties, Michael Dickman 805689-3355, DRE#02093312 2521 Whitney Ave, 4BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 12-3, $3,320,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Tara Toner 805451-4999, DRE#01957054

123 Polo Way, 3BD, 3.5BA, Sat & Sun 12-4, $3,400,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Cammie Calcagno-Newell 805-455-7661, DRE#02055049

121 Polo Dr, 4BD, 4.5BA, Sat & Sun 12-4, $3,900,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Cammie Calcagno-Newell 805-455-7661, DRE#02055049

105 Polo Way, 3BD, 3.5BA, Sat & Sun 12-4, $4,300,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Cammie Calcagno-Newell 805-455-7661, DRE#02055049

Santa Ynez Valley

Saturday 3/21 & Sunday 3/22

3939 Mesa Cir Dr (Lompoc), 3BD, 2BA, Sun 1-3, $459,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Todd McChesney 805291-7902, DRE#00864365

639 Roskilde Rd, 2BD, 1.5BA, Sat 2:30-4:30, $682,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Dianna Zlaket 805-3908382, DRE#01701860

91 Six Flags Cir, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 11-1, $765,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Cammy Pinoli 805-452-9725, DRE#02074002

509 Farmland Dr, 4BD, 3BA, Sat 12-2, $1,035,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Jenae Johnson 805-4529812, DRE#01308742

841 Coiner Ct, 5BD, 2.5BA, Sun 1-3, $1,035,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Lindsey Haeberele 805-951-9139, DRE#02199986

590 Pine St, 2BD, 1BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,100,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Bill Coker 805-689-7415, DRE#00825468

2124 Creekside Dr, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 2-4, $1,297,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Rhoda Johnson 805-705-8707, DRE#01070384

3384 Manzana St, 4BD, 2BA, Sun 11-1, $1,399,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Cammy Pinoli 805-452-9725, DRE#02074002

924 Skagen Drive Solvang, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 12-3, $1,495,000, Village Properties, Debbie Davidson 805 588-0028, DRE#01950726

1129 Highland Rd, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 11-1, $1,925,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Rhoda Johnson 805-705-8707, DRE#01070384

312 Freya Drive, 4BD, 4BA, Tues 10-12:30 (Broker’s Tour), $1,998,750, Monument Global Estates, Kristina Novak 805-325-8843, DRE#01140992

1850 Old Mission Drive, 3BD, 3BA, Sun 1-3 & Tues 10-12:30 (Broker’s Tour), $2,290,000, Monument Global Estates, Kristina Novak 805-3258843, DRE#01140992

2465 Grand Ave, 4BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3, $2,850,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Beau Staley 805-550-2408,

DRE#02252461

2860 Baseline Ave, 5BD, 4.5BA, Sat & Sun 12-3, $2,995,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Judy Crawford 805-5881425, DRE#01280176

Ojai

128 Don Felipe Way, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 1-4, $380,000, Village Properties, Jena Harris 805-331-3683, DRE#01930435

Ventura

1184 Bryce Way, 2BD, 1BA, Sat 2-4, $430,000, Broker, Scott Weiss 805649-1800, DRE#00893478

662-666 College Dr, 4BD, 4BA, Sat 11-1, $1,275,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Todd Shea 805-453-7730, DRE#02028163

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S.B. Channelkeeper Celebrates 25 Years of Protecting our Waters

On March 14, the small but mighty nonprofit Santa Barbara Channelkeeper (CK) celebrated its 25th anniversary at its annual Blue Water Ball. Nearly 200 supporters gathered, rather fittingly, at the seaside Cabrillo Pavilion to mark the milestone in its work protecting and restoring the S.B. Channel and local creeks and rivers. Each year, Channelkeeper engages in science-based environmental advocacy, education, fieldwork, community engagement, and enforcement. The entire community greatly benefits from their multifaceted work.

Guests enjoyed a lovely reception, dinner, and program emceed by local nonprofit leader Geoff Green. The program featured Assemblymember Gregg Hart, Chumash representative Mia Lopez, and Executive Director Ted Morton, who reflected on Channelkeeper’s operations, its accomplishments, and the challenges confronting our community.

According to Morton, Channelkeeper is a connector: bringing various people, knowledge, and action together to create lasting change. Through its beach cleanups and other activities, Morton related, CK brings community members together to protect places they love. Over the years, CK has mobilized nearly 5,000 volunteers for cleanups along our coasts and on the Channel Islands, removing nearly 70,000 pounds of trash, including lobster traps and other marine debris.

Through its various education programs, CK introduces students to local waters and wildlife, focusing on schools with under-resourced families, whose kids may otherwise not have these opportunities. There are both classroom components and the much more fun and engaging on-thewater components. Morton explained that when “young people connect with nature, they are healthier, happier, more inquisitive, and encouraged to care for the world around them.” Over the years, more than 43,000 youth have participated in CK’s programming.

CK provides key data to policymakers gleaned from its ongoing water quality monitoring, its pollution investigations, and its research. Morton pointed to CK’s lead role in the community-wide effort to reshape the city’s cruise ship

program, which resulted in an annual cap on the number of ships, a requirement for advanced pollution control technology, and speed limits to minimize whale strikes and harmful emissions.

Channelkeeper was among the groups opposing Sable Offshore Corporation’s attempt to restart offshore drilling. It spoke out against the threat and encouraged community members to do the same when county and state agencies weighed decisions. It is one of the groups being represented by the Environmental Defense Center in legal actions against Sable.

Morton lamented the Trump Administration’s invocation of the Defense Protection Act the day before the event to authorize Sable to restart production, calling it a rare power grab that circumvents state laws and regulations and disregards our community’s overwhelming opposition to the risky project. Morton pointed to Sable’s troubling track record of water quality violations, criminal charges, and a record fine from the CA Coastal Commission.

Assemblymember Hart shared that within hours of Trump’s action, Governor Gavin Newsom, the Lieutenant Governor, Senate Leader Monique Limón, Speaker Robert Rivas, and he all strongly asserted their determination to fight this latest attempt to circumvent state environmental protections.

On the very day of the event, Sable announced that it was resuming production at Platform Harmony, with oil flowing from its Las Flores processing facility on the Gaviota Coast through its pipelines to Pentland Station in Kern County. This development makes Channelkeeper’s work even more vital to our community.

When Channelkeeper was founded, initially as a program at the Environmental Defense Center, S.B. County had the highest number of public health warnings for water quality of any coastal county in the state, whereas now, thanks in part to CK, the number is negligible.

Among the nonprofit’s achievements was securing an agreement with the City of Santa Barbara in 2012 to repair or replace 34 miles of aging sewer infrastructure that posed serious risks to the community. After advocacy efforts failed

to persuade the city, Channelkeeper filed a lawsuit, which resulted in the agreement and a subsequent 91 percent reduction in sewage spills.

More generally, over its 25-year existence, Channelkeeper has played a key role in improving water quality and coastal health from Point Conception to the Ventura River and from the Channel Islands to the inland Santa Ynez mountains.

With climate impacts increasing and environmental protections weakening, Morton emphasized that Channelkeeper’s work in bringing together science, community action, and advocacy has never been more important.

Channelkeeper operates with a lean and dedicated staff of seven and a $1.1 million annual budget. It receives about 40 percent of its funding from government and nongovernmental grants and relies on the community for significant support.

Next month, Channelkeeper and the Commercial Fishermen of Santa Barbara will hold their annual lobster trap cleanup on our beaches. Those interested in participating can learn the date, once it is announced, and details on Channelkeeper’s website, sbck.org. Those wishing to make a donation to CK can do that on the website too.

JUST LISTED: 1435 SYCAMORE CANYON ROAD, SANTA BARBARA

Set on a lush one-acre parcel, a private bridge leads to this Santa Fe-style retreat in Santa Barbara’s Sycamore Canyon. The 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home is surrounded by mature landscaping, romantic greenery, and a peaceful creek, creating a serene, private setting. Designed for indoor-outdoor living, the property features multiple patios and inviting spaces for relaxing or entertaining, along with ample off-street parking.

Inside, unique details add character throughout—from custom built-ins with a library ladder in the kitchen to a repurposed wood fireplace mantle used as a bathroom counter top. The grounds are dotted with fruit trees and attract local bird life, enhancing the natural, tranquil feel. Just minutes from the beach, Montecito’s Lower Village, and downtown Santa Barbara, this home offers a rare blend of charm, privacy, and convenience.

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Experience resort-style living in this extraordinary private retreat. The stunning 60-foot azure lap pool serves as the sparkling centerpiece of the property, surrounded by sun-drenched terraces perfect for entertaining, relaxing, and unwinding.

This beautifully designed home offers three spacious en-suite bedrooms plus a media room, providing both flexibility and comfort for residents and guests alike. The seamless indoor-outdoor flow captures the essence of coastal living.

Step outside to enjoy the home's large outdoor kitchen, ideal for al fresco dining and poolside gatherings, creating the perfect setting for entertaining year-round in Santa Barbara's idyllic climate.

Ideally located just minutes from beaches and vibrant downtown Santa Barbara, you'll enjoy effortless access to world-class dining, theatre, opera and sightseeing while returning home to a peaceful sanctuary.

The gourmet kitchen is outfitted with top-of-the-line Wolf appliances, including a range, double oven, microwave, and built-in coffee system, complemented by Sub-Zero refrigerator and wine refrigerator. Elegant Viatera Minuet quartz countertops, custom frameless cabinetry with soft-close guides, and RMS White Oak flooring showcase the exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail throughout.

The luxurious primary suite is a private haven featuring its own patio, an expansive walk-in closet, and a spa-inspired bathroom complete with dual vanity areas, a freestanding Hydrosystems soaking tub and a spacious walk-in shower. This is more than a home--it's your own private resort in the heart of Santa Barbara. Seller would love to sell the home fully furnished.

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Tucked behind an unassuming façade, this light filled Anacapa floor plan offers an unexpectedly quiet retreat in the heart of The Highlands with green belt views from both the front and the back. This thoughtfully updated 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath residence offers approximately 1,120 square feet of bright & open living space where every square inch has been intentionally maximized. The bright upstairs bedrooms offer vaulted ceilings & large closets. Reverse Osmosis drinking water system, Milgard windows & patio doors & Quoizel kitchen lighting. Additional amenities include a private-walk out patio with abundant storage cabinets. This central location offers the ideal convenience of easy access to the City, the Mesa, Honda Valley Park & beaches. Residents of The Highlands benefit from two pools, a spa, a sauna and a clubhouse, dedicated parking, security & no water or refuge bills.

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“We consider ourselves very fortunate to work with Mike Richardson and his son Kyle Richardson. Not only were they exceptionally friendly and knowledgeable, but at every step of the decision process and ultimately our recent purchase, they were looking out for our best interests as we searched for the right property in Santa Barbara. Mike and Kyle understood issues that we would never have known about as an out-of-state buyer. Their attention to every detail along the way has been nothing short of exceptional.

Mike has built a successful business as an independent broker and local real estate investor and has been a resident of Santa Barbara for over 40 years. His experience and wisdom covers the spectrum from intimately knowing neighborhoods to understanding building construction and maintenance, and environmental and geological considerations of every house we saw. It’s wonderful to see how he has imparted his wisdom to Kyle.

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!

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What’s Private About Your Privacy?

The Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act (HR 2808) changed life for all Americans without most of them even knowing it last year. Have you ever applied for a mortgage, and then all of sudden, your phone won’t stop ringing with lenders promising you the deal of the century? You wonder how they know so much about your personal situation. You wonder if you are supposed to reply to any of these folks. Maybe you wonder if there is a problem with your loan in process. No matter what, you probably felt annoyed, possibly scared, or confused. Lame, right?

What actually happened was that your credit inquiry information was sold by the credit bureaus as a “trigger lead.” No, your lender didn’t do anything wrong. No, your information wasn’t leaked. Yes, it shouldn’t happen if you had opted out under the Fair Credit Reporting Act’s (FCRA) online offering (optoutprescreen.com).

Yes, it seems like this is something that shouldn’t happen in today’s multi-factored, privacy-focused financial policy world. Well finally, the Homeowner Privacy Protection Act has changed this.

Previously, credit bureaus were allowed to sell certain points of data to various lenders your name, phone number, and

amount of credit requested, to name a few. Because of this, I know many loan officers that would input a fake phone number before running credit. Some would input $1 for the loan amount requested, or input the client’s address as 1234 Main Street, to defer accurate data from preying salesmen.

Now, the FCRA permits lenders to acquire these types of leads only if the lender intends to extend a “firm offer of credit” to the consumer. What is that?

Well, it means that the folks buying this data must feel they have enough information to genuinely offer credit based on the information at hand. And anyone who has applied for a mortgage loan in the last 10 years knows that there’s way more than the credit report analyzed to render a credit decision.

This act took effect March 4 of this year, and companies are required to report back on data shared by September of this same year. What is curious to me is what we will see going forward with data shares and consumer demand. Many employers no longer have us lenders call payroll to verify employment, but instead use online processing systems. With permission, we can work with Mastercard to run a “Finicity” report that gives data on your assets and

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cash flow over the past 24 months. As data continues to be amassed, analyzed, and turned around for quick review, what portion of this collected data will be sold for profit, versus retained for analysis? This act is a step is the right direction to protect sensitive information, inquiries, and intellect. Let’s hope, at least, that everyone’s favorite

dollars.

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

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Two-Story Condo Near Beach & Parks

1223 Stonecreek Road, Unit C – Offered for $869,000

Enjoy the best of Santa Barbara’s outdoor lifestyle at Stonecreek. Ideally located near the beach and directly across from Elings Park, with convenient access to the new bike path and the trails of Arroyo Burro Open Space. Tucked toward the rear of the community overlooking green space, this 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath condo o ers a peaceful setting with a generous living area and a private gated entry patio. The home features updated bathrooms and flooring, in-unit laundry, and dedicated parking. Enjoy comfortable living with easy access to some of Santa Barbara’s most coveted outdoor recreation and coastal amenities.

• Two-story unit; 952 sq. ft.

• 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms

• 1-car carport + additional parking

• Sunny, private patio

• In-unit washer and dryer

• Ideally situated at the rear of the community

• Community is adjacent to new bike path, and has bridge access to Arroyo Burro open space

• Excellent location, across from Elings Park, and just moments from Hendry’s Beach, Douglas Preserve and Mesa Shopping Centers