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April 28, 2024

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Newsletter: April 28

April 28, 2024|by Erik Torkells

BURNING QUESTIONS
“On the way home from a concert in Ventura, I realized that I have a ‘burning question.’ (No pun intended.) What happened to the flame that used to be on the side of the freeway?” The answer.

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JUST LISTED
Noteworthy new listings: A really great great room on Eucalyptus Hill; private path to Summerland Beach; Spanish Colonial compound; a compelling case for $4 million on the Mesa; Rosemary Lane fixer; the best pool we’ve seen in a while; and more.

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NEWS ROUNDUP
••• Paid street parking is likely coming to downtown Santa Barbara.
••• The crackdown on unlicensed vacation rentals is working.
••• 1,771 new housing units proposed for east of Old Town Goleta.
••• The stone pines on E. Anapamu Street keep coming down.
••• Deal reached for a new marine sanctuary off the Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo County coastlines.
→ Read the post.

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WHERE IN SANTA BARBARA…?
Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments.

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Just Listed

  • Big and Brand New Just Outside the Lower Village
  • A Pair of Midcentury Gems
  • A Steal on Pepper Hill for $17 Million
  • Land Magic in the Heart of Riven Rock
  • 1920 Estate on a Hunky Chunk of Padaro Lane

Recent Comments

Great list!! I have to get the patatas bravas every time I go to Little Mountain. I need to try the Pastrami sandwich. Thanks for… — Kimi JM

Agree, but the Oat morning bun is better than anyone else’s. — toasteroven

Funny u touted the Strut! I live near MC and have had sandies from them often. Had the Strut for the first time and it… — Jeff Yolles

So much news to unpack here, but overall I'm thrilled to see this update from Laura Knight about trying something new that's more true to… — lemonjelly

It's difficult to get past the Frosnapper at Oat Bakery to try any other sweet! — Meridith Moore

Great list - I would add the falafel sandwich at Merci and the sweet potato starter at Bettina! — Howard

The renderings of Cliff Drive 'after' are misleading as the telephone/utility poles disappear. It is my understanding that the poles are NOT going to be… — Emma H.

So on 2910, a property tax bill of $600k or so. And more depending how it is finished out, and if the improvements are reported… — Judy's Older Brother

Agreed 100%! — Mia

My husband and I love your posts. Keep up the good work!! You keep us informed and aware of new places to visit and we… — Carol

Restaurant News

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Burning Questions

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  • When Will the Coast Village Road Medians Be Completed?
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