Author: Erik Torkells

April 13, 2025

Newsletter: April 13

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Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: We have a winner!) 1

April 11, 2025

Renovated 1925 Tudor on the Riviera

Noteworthy new listings also include a pair of big Montecito Mediterraneans; Bonnymede condo for a jaw-dropping price; classic Santa Barbara charm on the Lower Riviera; turnkey San Roque for $2.45 million; and more.

April 10, 2025

The County Might Build Workforce Housing Downtown

Other recent news: Jewelry store to close after 52 years; another DignityMoves project is in the works; prominent developer says he's getting out of Santa Barbara; city survey of historical buildings in San Roque; Trump administration orders more logging in Los Padres National Forest; Cottage Health looking to open a big new building in Buellton. 4

April 9, 2025

Four Questions From the Mailbag

When will the broken stairs at Butterfly Beach get fixed? Is that intentional painting or graffiti in the Funk Zone? Why are some power lines bright green? And what's up with the "SB AG" license plates?

Newsletter: April 9

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April 8, 2025

Architect’s Cool Live/Work Building Sells for $4.7 Million

Last week's many sales also include French Regency off-market in Birnam Wood; Hope Ranch in need of updating; Hedgerow-ish farmhouse; semi-remodel on Park Lane; Upper Hyde contemporary with awesome hot tub; 2015 Mediterranean on one of Santa Barbara's best view streets; Padaro Lane midcentury modern; and more.

April 7, 2025

The Former Nordstrom Building Will Be Partially Converted to Residential

Plus: More turnover on Coast Village Road; four new pickleball courts in Montecito; local production of "Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812"; jewelry store coming to the Montecito Country Mart; Gogol Bordello to play the Arlington Theatre; Arrediamo Home Decor is opening on State Street; an evening with Albert Brooks. 14

April 6, 2025

Nashville-Style Hot Chicken Restaurant Opening on State Street

More food news: Mendocino Farms chain coming to La Cumbre Plaza; the Godmothers bookstore's café has scaled back its ambitions; Haas's Fine Ice Cream profile; new Thai restaurant taking the place of a closed one; expanded hours at the Dutch Garden; dinner at Tyler x Lieu Dit; what's up with Louie's California Bistro? 3

Newsletter: April 6

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