Santa Barbara Independent Real Estate 5/21/26

on the successful representation of the buyer at 1301 Plaza Pacifica, Sold for $7,737,000.

LISA FOLEY

805.252.2271

on the successful representation of the buyer at 2932 Cliff Drive, Sold for $5,250,000.

ALI EVANS

805.980.8007

Ali@AliEvansRealty.com AliEvansRealty.com DRE 01846603

DANIEL ENCELL

on the successful representation of the seller at 49 Cedar Lane, Sold for $3,360,000.

on the

representation of the buyer & seller at 1367 Via Veneto, Sold for $5,450,000.

Lisa@LFLH.com DRE 01995513 CHASE

805.708.4057

ChaseEnright@bhhscal.com

Chase-Enright.com DRE 01800599

on the successful representation of the seller at 1649 Miramesa Drive, Sold for $4,090,125.

RICARDO MUNOZ

805.895.8725

RMunoz@bhhscal.com DRE 01505757

DAN ENCELL

805.565.4896

DanEncell@aol.com DRE 00976141

HAMILTON & JESSIE SESSIONS

on the successful representation of the sellers at 433 Paseo Del Descanso, Sold for $3,200,000.

NANCY HAMILTON & JESSIE SESSIONS

805.451.4442 / 805.709.0904

Nancy@HomesInSantaBarbara.com JSessions@bhhscal.com DRE 01129919/ 01937789

on the successful representation of the seller at 4849 3rd Street, Sold for $3,260,000.

DANIELLE DARIN

805.618.5805

DanielleDarin@bhhscal.com

DanielleDarin.com DRE 02222700

on the successful representation of the buyer at 433 Paseo Del Descanso, Sold for $3,200,000.

CRISTAL CLARKE

805.886.9378

Cristal@Montecito-Estate.com Montecito-Estate.com DRE 00968247

C alcagno & H amilton Real Estate Group

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One of Santa Barbara’s most desirable residences, Alma del Pueblo sets the stage for this special first-floor one bedroom, one bath home in the heart of the cultural and performing arts district. Step through a hand-crafted wooden door into a sun-drenched space where soaring cathedral ceilings and warm hardwood floors set the tone for something truly wonderful. Spacious and bright, the living area flows effortlessly from kitchen to living room to private patio. The bedroom is privately situated on its own upper level, spacious with a generous closet and bath, connected to the living space below through a charming architectural window. The chef’s kitchen is boldly appointed with striking zebrawood cabinetry, professional-grade appliances, and sleek stone countertops. A private patio—open to the red tile rooftops and endless blue sky invites enjoyment from morning to night. Residents enjoy access to a rooftop terrace with lounge seating, BBQ, and sweeping views of the Santa Barbara skyline and mountains. Alma Del Pueblo includes a club room, two guest rooms, underground parking, individual storage rooms, wine storage, gardening beds, and more. This is downtown living at its finest—steps away from the Granada Theatre, Ensemble Theater Company, world-class dining, and the best of State Street. Living here isn’t just convenient—it’s a California dream.

Picking Perfect Art

The title of this article is intended to be a bit of a contradiction: Art, as a foundational principle, is never perfect. I often remind clients that art is not a finishing touch it’s a quiet foundation. The right pieces don’t just decorate a space; they give it soul, narrative, and emotional weight. Building an art collection for everyday living is less about acquiring impressive objects and more about cultivating a personal dialogue between your home and your life. It’s a process that unfolds slowly, guided by instinct, curiosity, and patience.

First and Foremost

The first and most important principle: Collect what you truly love. Not what feels trendy, not what you think you should own, and certainly not what others might find impressive. Art is deeply personal. It is something you live

with every day. Passing it in hallways, seeing it in morning light, noticing it in quiet moments. If a piece doesn’t move you in some way, it won’t grow on you over time. In fact, the opposite tends to happen. What initially feels like a “safe” or “practical” choice quickly becomes invisible and uninspiring.

When you encounter a piece that resonates, pay attention to why. I will never forget when I found a specific piece of art at an antique store. It wasn’t anything spectacular, but it stopped my gait immediately. I loved the colors and frame, and I thought it was so beautiful. It was signed by the artist, and I bought it immediately. When I got home and flipped it over, there was additional writing on the back listing where it was painted and what year. I laughed as I realized it was painted in one of my favorite beach towns just down the coast in the 1960s. I knew there was a reason I was drawn to it, and it’s one of my favorite pieces to date. Sometimes, it’s a sketch you find for next to nothing, when you’re not even looking for it. And suddenly, taking it home and framing it brings more joy than you ever thought it would. This is how the best and most personal collections are built over time. Trust yourself and what you love.

Things to Look For

That said, there are practical considerations worth keeping in mind, especially if you want your collection to hold long-term value, both emotionally and materially. Look for works that are signed and dated by the artist. This small detail adds a layer of authenticity and provenance. It doesn’t need to be from a famous artist to be meaningful or valuable, but having the artist’s signature and date offers an important sense of individuality and presence.

Make sure to frequent antique stores and estate sales. I always find the best hidden gems buried in the back. Originality matters: These pieces carry the artist’s hand, their process, and their imperfections, which are often what make them compelling.

Scale and placement should be considered, but not overthought. A common mistake is buying art to “fit” a specific

wall. Instead, buy art because you love it, then find a place for it. Some of the most dynamic interiors are created by layering pieces over time, leaning artwork on shelves, clustering smaller works in unexpected groupings, and frequently rotating pieces. Your home should feel alive, not fixed.

by Laura Gransberry

Be Patient

Equally important is understanding that building an art collection is not a race. It takes time: years, often decades, to develop a collection that feels rich and intentional. There will be periods where you acquire nothing, and others where you discover multiple pieces in quick succession. Both are part of the rhythm. Patience allows your taste to evolve and prevents impulsive decisions that you might later regret.

Budget is, of course, a reality, but it shouldn’t be a barrier. Start where you are. Smaller works or pieces from emerging artists can be incredibly affordable and often become the most cherished items in a collection. As your confidence grows, you may choose to invest in larger or more established works, but there is no hierarchy that dictates what makes a piece worthy.

Final Thoughts

Remember that your art collection should reflect your life, not just your aesthetic. Travel, personal milestones, relationships, and even spontaneous moments can all influence what you bring into your home. A piece purchased on a memorable trip or discovered unexpectedly can carry more meaning than something acquired intentionally. It’s one of the few times in life where less planning and more impulse is actually a good thing.

In the end, sourcing and building an art collection is an act of storytelling. Each piece becomes a chapter. When approached with intention, curiosity, and patience, your collection will not only enhance your interiors, but it will also quietly define them. In the end, buy what you love, and the rest will take care of itself.

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Set on approximately ¾ of an acre, the grounds have been artfully transformed into a resort-like sanctuary, featuring lush landscaping and expansive stamped concrete patios ideal for indoor-outdoor living. The pool area evokes a true sense of escape, an entertainer’s dream designed for both relaxation and gathering under the open sky.

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Perched in the foothills of Montecito, this one of a kind 40-acre estate delivers spectacular sweeping views across the sparkling Pacific, Channel Islands, Santa Ynez Mountains and the twinkling lights of the city below. The bright and inviting 2,124 square foot main residence features four bedrooms and three bathrooms, each with stunning vistas. A detached 821 square foot guest suite/studio, an enchanting “Hobbit House,” and large main terrace with outdoor kitchen and saltwater hot tub complete this extraordinary offering. Fully self-sufficient with a private spring-fed water system, owned solar, Starlink internet and dual heat pump HVAC. Located in the Cold Spring School District, just ten minutes to the Villages and fifteen minutes from the heart of Santa Barbara. An outstanding opportunity for breathtaking vistas, privacy and independence without sacrificing proximity to Montecito’s world-class amenities.

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SOCIETY

MATTERS by Gail Arnold

Women’s Fund Awards an Eye-Popping $1.275 Million to 10 Nonprofits

On May 13, the Women’s Fund of Santa Barbara awarded a record, eye-popping $1.275 million to 10 local nonprofits. In line with the mission of this 1,451-member collective giving circle, the grants targeted critical needs of women, children, and families in south Santa Barbara County.

At the annual Celebration of Grants event at the Lobero Theatre, the more than 500 guests enjoyed an outdoor reception before adjourning to the theater for the program. Grant recipients were announced and nonprofit recipients shared stories demonstrating the huge impact the funding will have on those they serve. Board Chair Carolyn Jabs related that hearing directly from the nonprofit leaders is one of the best parts of being a Women’s Fund member. Some of the grants were for gap funding, whose need arose from recent and in some cases, devastating, government funding cuts.

Grant recipients were:

• AHA Attitude, Harmony, Achievement: $150,000 (over two years) for in-school programs to help teens build emotional management, deep listening, and social skills.

• Angels Foster Care: $60,000 for a hybrid SUV to transport foster children to medical appointments, court hearings, and family visitations.

• Community Partners in Caring: $62,500 for staffing to train volunteers to transport and socialize with seniors and adults with disabilities.

• Family Service Agency: $200,000 (over two years) for a school therapist to provide mental health screenings, crisis response, and counseling to junior high and high school students.

• Friendship Adult Day Care Center: $82,500 for staff to transport members with dementia.

• Mission Scholars: $150,000 (over two years) for staff to provide mentorship, career coaching, and leadership workshops for low-income first-generation students.

• Planned Parenthood California Central Coast: $200,000 (over two years) to keep open its health center, which provides reproductive care.

• Santa Barbara Meals on Wheels: $100,000 (over two years) for its food delivery and wellness check services for homebound seniors.

• Santa Barbara Rescue Mission: $150,000 to remodel a storage space into an eight-bed dormitory for stabilization and trauma-informed care for women awaiting addiction treatment.

• Veggie Rescue: $120,000 for a refrigerated truck to transport surplus fresh and packaged food to its nonprofit partners.

A new Small Grant Pilot Program, which was seeded with $100,000, was announced. Vice Chair Lauren Trujillo explained that this program will make $10,000 and $25,000 operating support grants to nonprofits with annual revenues under $500,000. Unlike its traditional grant program, this program will accept applications. Details will be provided next month.

The Women’s Fund is funded by the pooled donations of its members. Known for the rigorousness of its work, the Research Committee labors for several months to produce a ballot of grantee options on which members vote.

Over the year, site visits to grant recipient organizations and educational forums enable members to gain more knowledge about community needs and the vital role nonprofits play in meeting those needs. In the last year, seven forums have been held, featuring grant recipients, clients, and subject matter experts, who collectively provide illuminating insights.

Expenses are kept low so 91 percent of funds raised go to the grants and another 4 percent to the educational programming. Membership is open to any woman at the individual level ($2,750 or more) or group level ($2,750 or more collectively from a group of any size). The Membership Committee helps prospective members find a compatible group or form their own group. Jabs shared that most of the 174 groups meet to discuss the ballot, and she has been struck by how much she learns in these meetings from other women sharing their experiences and perspectives. Making a donation is the only requirement for membership, but many women choose to participate by joining

one or more committees that together enable this highly impactful organization to function. Once again, this year, these bright, dedicated women delivered on their motto of “changing lives together.”

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OPEN HOUSES

Goleta

945 Ward Drive Space 91, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 11-3 & Sun 12-2, $499,000, Village Properties, Justin Corrado / Heather Sikes / Erin Timmerman 805-451-9969 / 530-558-9634 / 805-689-9970, DRE#01356799 / #02251924 / #02012810

5518 Armitos Ave Apt #86, 1BD, 1BA, Sat & Sun 12-3, $595,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

California Properties, Natasha Kucherenko / Michael Schlink

515-778-8720 / 309-657-2469, DRE#02312066 / #02241142

5518 Armitos Ave Apt #93, 1BD, 1BA, Sat 12-3 & Sun 1-3, $599,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

California Properties, Bob Walsmith Jr. / Jeanne Palumbo 805-720-5362 / 805-689-1968, DRE#01932231 / #00620622

7620 Hollister Ave #111, 1BD, 1BA, Sun 1-3, $629,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Britney Schalla 805-4039606, DRE#02381638

541 Sweet Rain Pl, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sat & Sun 12-2, $1,219,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Kathleen LaManna 630745-1376, DRE#02151627

676 San Ramon Drive, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 12-2, $1,450,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Lorena Regalado 805-403-1270, DRE#02027949

169 San Federico Avenue, 5BD, 3BA, Sat 2-4 & Sun 12-2, $1,799,000, Village Properties, Shawn Poindexter / Pam Shalhoob 805-826-1762 / 805-895-9190, DRE#02222632 / #02053975

4628 Mint Lane, 3BD, 3BA & 1PBA, Sun 1-4, $2,995,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Brisaly Balderas 805-335-4726, DRE#02128318 San Roque

3233 Lucinda Ln, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3, $2,475,000, Village Properties, Thomas Johansen 805-886-1857, DRE#01401533

809 Willowglen Road, 4BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $2,995,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Alex Gallop 805451-1695, DRE#02020303

Hope Ranch

700 Via Hierba, 4BD, 2BA & 1PBA, Sun 1-3, $5,400,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Lizette Pedroza 805-350-6585, DRE#02160420

940 Monte Drive, 6BD, 6BA, Sun 1-3, $11,950,000, JT Group, David Pintard 805-895-4071, DRE#00774148

Mission Canyon

2937 Glen Albyn Dr, 5BD, 5BA, Sun 12-2, $2,650,000, Village Properties, Kim Crawford 805-886-8132, DRE#01440068

The Riviera

1720 Mission Ridge Road, 3BD, 3BA, Sun 2-4, $3,195,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Kathy Henry 805-637-4400, DRE#01403548

Santa Barbara

340 Old Mill Rd Spc #82, 2BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $850,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Mermis Team 805-895-5650, DRE#00891742 / #02434442

522 West Victoria Street Unit F, 2BD, 2BA & 1PBA, Sun 1-4, $1,015,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Diane Randall 805-705-5252, DRE#01419188

2630 State Street #7, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 2-4 & Sun 1-3, $1,119,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Britney Schalla / Lyndsey Jones 805-403-9606 / 805-6802856, DRE#02381638 / #02125898

1307 Clifton St #B, 2BD, 1.5BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $1,150,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Andria Raymont 805680-8162, DRE#00925548

1125 San Andres, 3BD, 1BA, Sun 1-3, $1,295,000, Village Properties, Elena Abel 415-259-8098, DRE#02199747

555 East Arrellaga Street #7, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 1-3, $1,350,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Jean Sedar 805637-7848, DRE#00954229

721 W Anapamu St, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 1-4, $1,495,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Natasha Kucherenko 515-778-8720, DRE#02312066

218 Santa Barbara St #D, 2BD, 2.5BA, Sat 12-3 & Sun 2-4, $1,499,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Aaron Foster / Elise Kahn 805722-0072 / 805-338-6641, DRE#02305957 / #02081385

2732 Miradero Dr, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 11-4 & Sun 11-3:30, $1,650,000, Village Properties, Debbie Lee / Marilyn Moore / Justin Corrado / Jackie Walters 805-637-7588 / 805-689-0507 / 805-451-9969 / 805-570-0558, DRE#01297968 / #01255085 / #01356799 / #00835438

124 Citrus Avenue, 4BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 10-12, $1,740,000, Village Properties, Emily McPherson 805766-6014, DRE#02133962

270 Lee Dr, 4BD, 3BA, Sat 1-4 & Sun 12-2, $1,799,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Katya Sheets / Lindsey Densmore 805-708-2323 / 310-9916439, DRE#02061444 / #02162929

535 Arroyo Ave, 2BD, 1BA, Sat 1-4 & Sun 1-3, $1,895,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Lyndsey Jones / Jacob Delson 805-680-2856 / 805-5587251, DRE#02125898 / #02041682

5260 Kaiser Ave, 5BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $2,249,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Meara Aubin 206-2903714, DRE#02103369

844 Iaiqua Ln, 4BD, 3.5BA, Sat 2-4, $2,290,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Rhoda Johinson 805-705-8707, DRE#01070384

1217 N. Salsipuedes Street #B, 3BD, 3BA, Sun 1-4, $2,295,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Bryan R. Uhrig 805-331-3191, DRE#01467861

15 W Padre St, 5BD, 3BA, Sun 1-3, $2,325,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Marie Sue Parsons 805-895-4866, DRE#00629053

512 E Arrellaga S, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sun 1-4, $2,350,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Rachel Brown 805-570-7160, DRE#01950975

4814 Payton St, 6BD, 3BA, Sun 1-3, $2,490,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Reyne Stapelmann 805-705-4353, DRE#01347808

1421 Clearview Rd, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3 & Sun 1-4, $2,650,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Amy Mearce / Stefan Stojanovski 805-563-4052 / 805-570-0640, DRE#02029017 / #02112629

401 Loma Media Rd, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 12-4 & Sun 2-4, $2,675,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Michael Silva / Kathy Hughes 805-717-5664 / 805-448-4881, DRE#01337234 / #00521702

1811 Prospect Avenue, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 11-2, $2,695,000, Compass, Chris W. Hunt 805-453-3407, DRE#01326111

1352 Manitou Road, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sun 2-4, $2,795,000, Richardson Real Estate Services, Kyle Richardson 805-680-3131, DRE#01902531

3877 Via Las Brisas, 4BD, 3BA, Sat 1-3 & Sun 1-4, $2,795,000, Village Properties, Pat Saraca / Marilyn Moore 805-886-7426 / 805-6890507, DRE#01080801 / #01255085

922 Roble Ln, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sat 2-4 & Sun 1-3, $2,999,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Chase Enright / Lori Quinlan 805-708-4057 / 805-8818929, DRE#01800599 / #02325651

2609 Montrose Pl, 4BD, 2BA, Sat 1-4, $3,150,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Sarita Vasquez 805-729-1115, DRE#02232751

9 E Quinto St, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sun 1-3, $3,195,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Katya Sheets 805-708-2323, DRE#02061444

1403 Alameda Padre Serra, 4BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $3,295,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Fox Monfort 805-450-6528, DRE#02278443

111 E Pedregosa St, 5BD, 4BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $3,495,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Paul Hurst / John Comin 805-680-8216 / 805-689-3078, DRE#0826530 / #00662357

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321 E Mission Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Offered at $2,750,000

Timeless Upper East Tradition - Set beneath a canopy of heritage oaks, this ideally located 1927 Upper East residence blends timeless architecture with refined modern living, just one block from the Mission.. Lovingly cared for by the same owners for 40+ years, the home honors its original character while embracing thoughtful updates throughout. Colorful gardens surround this amazing property.

Exquisite formal rooms include a living room with a fireplace, expansive library shelving, and dual French doors opening to a garden-view terrace. The updated galley kitchen is adjacent to the formal dining room; French doors open to patios and more gardens in the back. All bedrooms are upstairs, including the primary suite with a terrace and two other bedrooms, one with a memorable sunporch for work or quiet moments.

Rich in character and ideally located near downtown Santa Barbara, this cherished Upper East home is ready for its next chapter.

OPEN HOUSES

3324 Campanil Drive, Lot, Land, Sun 3-5, $3,500,000, Compass, Chris W. Hunt 805-453-3407, DRE#01326111

968 North Patterson Avenue, 3BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $3,750,000, eXp Realty/Zia Group, Alan Siebenaler 805-331-1776, DRE#01405400

1624 Shoreline Drive, 5BD, 4BA, Sat 1-3, $3,849,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Sharon Jordano 805280-2055, DRE#02195847

4055 Naranjo Drive, 3BD, 2BA & 1PBA, Sat 1-3 & Sun 2-4, $3,995,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Kristi Curtis / Tyler Mearce 805-886-6135 / 805-450-3336, DRE#02012866 / #01969409

1510 Franceschi Rd, 3BD, 3BA, Sat 2-4 & Sun 1-4, $4,500,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Terri Dimond 805-7090934, DRE#01378431

1008 San Antonio Creek Rd, 4BD, 3.5BA, Sun 2-4, $4,750,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Chase Enright 805-708-4057, DRE#01800599

450 El Cielito Rd, 4BD, 4.5BA, Sun 1-4, $4,750,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Katinka Goertz 805-708-9616, DRE#01871645

118 E Islay St, 4BD, 2.5BA, Sat 12-3, $4,850,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Ken Switzer 805-680-4622, DRE#01245644

780 Mission Canyon Rd, 5BD, 5BA, Sat 1-4 & Sun 1-3, $6,100,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Stefan Stojanovski / Sophia Taylor 805570-0640 / 805-947-5979, DRE#02112629 / #02156425

Upper East

518 E Islay St, 4BD, 4BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $2,650,000, Village Properties, Liz Benson / Heather Sikes 805-402-1945 / 530-558-9634, DRE#02252004 / #02251924 Montecito

179 Hermosillo, 2BD, 1.5BA, Sun 11-2, $3,250,000, Spectrum Realty, Drew Dyer 805-689-3560, DRE#00904289

Saturday 5/23 & Sunday 5/24

1524 East Valley Rd, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 1:30-4, $3,590,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Ken Switzer 805-6804622, DRE#01245644

31 Cedar Ln, 3BD, 3.5BA, Sun 12-3, $3,595,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Jasper Rhodes 805-708-8136, DRE#02220808

2915 Hidden Valley Lane, 4BD, 5BA, Sun 1-4, $3,925,000.00, Sotheby’s International Realty, Michelle Eskandari 805-637-8061, DRE#01861525

175 Hermosillo Rd, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sat & Sun 12-3, $4,295,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Beau Staley 805-5502408, DRE#02252461

315 Calle Elegante, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sat 1-3, $4,550,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Joe Stubbins 805-729-0778, DRE#01002182

189 Hermosillo Rd, 4BD, 4.5BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $4,950,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Renae Conner / Sharon Jordano 805-284-6344 / 805-2802055, DRE#02013226 / #02195847

135 Pomar Lane, 3BD, 1BA & 1PBA, Sun 1-4, $6,385,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Kristin McWilliams 805-455-5001, DRE#01853292

395 Woodley Rd, 4BD, 3BA, Sat 1-4, $6,950,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Andrea Cambern 805-722-2352, DRE#02158714

Carpinteria

3950 Via Real #239, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 1-4, $895,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Marie Larkin 805-680-2525, DRE#00523795

3375 Foothill Rd #1123, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3, $1,295,000, Village Properties, Susan Jordano 805-6809060, DRE#01775462

3375 Foothill Road #424, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3, $1,325,000, Village Properties, Michael Dickman 805689-3355, DRE#02093312

3256 Via Real, 2BD, 2.5BA, Sat & Sun 12-3:30, $1,690,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Cammie Calcagno-Newell 805-455-7661, DRE#02055049

3375 Foothill Road #921, 3BD, 2BA, Sat By Appt, $1,750,000, Village Properties, Michael Dickman 805689-3355, DRE#02093312

3375 Foothill Rd, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3, $1,895,000, Village Properties, Jackie Walters 805-570-0558, DRE#00835438

1994 Paquita Drive, 3BD, 2BA & 1PBA, Sun 1-3, $3,360,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Kelly Vormelker 805-857-1114, DRE#02348530

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

639 Roskilde Rd, 2BD, 1.5BA, Sat 1:30-3:30, $677,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Dianna Zlaket 805-3908382, DRE#01701860

548 Lehigh Ln, 2BD, 2.5BA, Sat 11-1, $685,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Kelly Mahan Herrick 805-208-1451, DRE#01974836

96 Six Flags Cir, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 2-4 & Sun 11-1, $900,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Candice Signa 805-6807300, DRE#01226917

354 Perkins St, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 10-2, $925,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Suzy Ealand 805-698-9902, DRE#01766178

590 Pine St, 2BD, 1BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $995,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Bill Coker 805-689-7415, DRE#00825468

246 3rd St, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 11-2, $1,190,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Lindsey Haeberele 805-951-9139, DRE#02199986

1570 Mountain View Dr, 3BD, 3BA, Sat 12-2, $1,349,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Judy Crawford 805-5881425, DRE#01280176

2179 Holly Ln, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 12-3, $1,375,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Carole Colone 805-708-2580, DRE#01223216

924 Skagen Drive, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 1-4, $1,470,000, Village Properties, Debbie Davidson 805-588-0028, DRE#01950726

1129 Highland Rd, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 11-1, $1,799,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Rhoda Johnson 805-705-8707, DRE#01070384

3561 Olive St, 4BD, 2.5BA, Sun 1-3, $1,949,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Dianna Zlaket 805-390-8382, DRE#01701860

2485 Park St, 3BD, 1.5BA, Sun 11-2, $2,350,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Lindsey Haeberele 805-951-9139, DRE#02199986

2380 Hollister Street, Sat 11-1, $2,395,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Scott Loos 310-702-9930, DRE#02236075

970 College Canyon Rd, 4BD, 4.5BA, Sat 11-1 & Sun 12-3, $3,350,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Candice Signa / Brooke Fraser 805-680-7300 / 805-550-8601, DRE#01226917 / #01968328

4600 Tims Road, 3BD, 4BA, Sat & Sun 12-2, $5,495,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Summer Smith 805-284-6840, DRE#02180602

3001 Long Valley Rd, 6BD, 7BA, Sun 1-4, $6,750,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Glynnis Mullenary 805705-5206, DRE#01748187

Ojai

128 Don Felipe Way, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 1-4, $359,999, Village Properties, Jena Harris 805-331-3683, DRE#01930435

Ventura

1127 Acadia Pl, 2BD, 1BA, Sat 1-4, $425,000, Village Properties, Jena Harris 805-331-3683, DRE#01930435

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BE YOUR OWN HOUSE DETECTIVE

Thursday, May 28 6:00-8:00 PM

Featuring Betsy J. Green, the Great House Detective

Being keenly aware of Santa Barbara’s built environment, especially the unique expression of each structure, is like unraveling a mysterious treasure hunt or jigsaw puzzle. Santa Barbara’s story is in large part told by uncovering the fascinating details of each structure and home that forms the city’s neighborhoods and overall character. Knowing your home’s history can even help attract prospective buyers and make your house stand out.

From reviewing old phonebooks, maps and building permits, to exploring genealogy websites, local historian, Betsy Green, will share “tips and tricks” for becoming your own house detective.

“There’s more and more information available online all the time – it’s a great time to be a home history hunter!” says Betsy.

Audience members are invited to bring questions about their home for Betsy to tackle in real time. Betsy will also share links to websites with useful information.

Betsy J. Green is a writer, local history aficionado, and author of the Great House Detective column for the Santa Barbara Independent.

Presented by the Architectural Foundation of Santa Barbara as a public, pay-what-you-can event. More info and reserve your spot at afsb.org.

SANTA BARBARA COUNTY SALES

AREA SELLER

SANTA BARBARA PATRICK CHARLES EA

BUYER

CEDAR LN 1031H LLC

PETTIT BRIANNA EA 430 CORONA DEL MAR LLC

2435 A SW PHOENIX 110 LLC

VANHECKE CRASHENA EA

GEBEL YULIA EA

SANGAMON TRUST EA

PAGENKOPF VIRGINIA

CLARK KENNETH EA

COLEMAN ROBERT EA MCMURRY MARY

LANDECKER DAVID EA O'CONNOR CORMAC EU

WILMS JURGEN EU

RIDGEWAY SEVEN EA

SMITH WILLIAM EU

BISHOP MARTIN EU

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$865,000 5/01/26 411 POR LA MAR CIR

$1,049,000 5/06/26 450 POR LA MAR CIR

$4,650,000 5/04/26 1011 MISSION RIDGE RD

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$5,427,000 5/04/26 125 W MOUNTAIN DR LVC LLC

GOLETA VALLEY PROFESSIONAL

WARDWELL ROBERT EA HATTON JENNIFER EA

GIWOFF RUTH EA BEARD LAUREN EA

HERSHKOWITZ BRIAN EA 1022 GARCIA ROAD LLC

BONHOF BOB EA

SORENSEN KIMBERLY EA

BAY JUDITH EA O'BRYEN DANIEL EA

$2,888,500 5/07/26 230 W PUEBLO ST

$1,600,000 5/07/26 411 E ISLAY ST

$2,650,000 5/07/26 1802 LOMA ST

$4,790,000 5/08/26 1022 GARCIA RD

$1,365,000 5/08/26 910 W ANAPAMU ST

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BUTLER ERIC EU NEIMAN SUSAN EA $2,765,000 5/04/26 1236 CLIFF DR

CHG LLC PAK SUJANE EU $2,325,000 5/08/26 628 CALLE DEL ORO

PROPHET ERIC EU COLEMAN

KARPELES

GORALTCHOUK ALEXEI

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Hey, Mom! Whose Keys Are These?

Coming off the heels of Mother’s Day has reminded me of how many women do not feel they can purchase property on their own. I’ve heard stories about feeling safer with another income coming in, feeling that it’s “just too much to take on solo,” and feeling, very simply, the idea that owning property is something you do when you have a partner, not on your own.

Of course, there are still reasons why these myths exist. Historically, property passed down through the male side of lineage. As you probably know, it wasn’t until the mid-1970s that women were allowed to have a checking account on their own, much less be able to obtain credit without the permission of their nearest male relative.

The American dream of a white picket fence, lyrically portrayed in the song “Our

House,” by Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young, does not invoke visuals of a single ownership. And yet, there is the traditional stance that women are the “nesters” of our species.

The truth lies in the fact that one’s gender should be irrelevant to one’s homeownership goals. The reason I am still in lending after all these years, and all the ups and downs of the market, is that homeownership provides one of the best ways to grow wealth in this country as well as giving much-needed housing security. These are facts based on data, not whims.

For example, the National Association of Realtors said that, in 2025:

• Single women made up 21 percent of all buyers, whereas single men were at 9 percent.

• A record 20+ million single women own

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homes nationwide (vs. ~14 million single men).

• First-time single women buyers: median income $73,000 (now ahead of single men at $66,400).

• Median age of single female homebuyers/ homeowners: ~57-60 (nearly identical to single men). First-time single women buyers are median age 40.

• Single women now out-own single men in 57 percent of U.S. metros and 47 of 50 states.

Is it easier to qualify for more property with dual incomes? Absolutely. Should everyone have their own sounding board for financial decisions, like a personal board of directors? You bet! Does the type of property you need to own change based on how many folks are living with you? Most certainly. Yet if single women’s buyer share of homeownership has roughly doubled since 1981, and first-time share more than doubled since 1985, then I dare to say that the story is changing.

Purchasing property is actually a balance of math and emotion. It is something that we each process individually, no matter where we come from, our financial circumstances, or our gender. The financial plan on which you embark on should be based on your current snapshot in time, past decisions,

by Austin Lampson

and future goals. The property that you’re taking on should work best within your fiveyear vision. And we must all know that this insight changes just as the world turns.

What I want you to hear is this: Your gender, your age, and your marital status are all irrelevant when it comes to starting on the path of homeownership. The most important thing that you do is take the first step. Build your own personal board of directors, with professionals who will ask questions to challenge you, invoke curiosity in you, offer solutions to support you, and are allies to you in an ever-changing process. Because everybody deserves to build wealth and have housing security, creating your own vision of “Our House.” Light your own fire, and place flowers in your own vase, and may the walls around you reinforce your ability and refine your haven.

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