Plus: “Late night” screenings at the Riviera Theatre; two more Santa Barbara Bowl shows; Paula Cole returns to the Lobero Theatre; the Illuminate Film Festival has moved here from Sedona; show of art made from beach detritus; Caltrans work by the Mission Street ramps.
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Here are six listings in Montecito, the Riviera, and Hope Ranch where you can create a truly custom home for yourself.
Last week’s sales also include a 1920s garage and chauffeur’s cottage designed by George Washington Smith; Hope Ranch spec reno; midcentury houses in San Roque and the Mesa for well over ask; newly renovated on the edge of Montecito; former carriage house (and now a hot potato); Lower Riviera Craftsman; and more.
The high water table is to blame, and a complete overhaul of the undercrossing is unlikely. In the meantime, the city is working on improvements to the area that should alleviate the problem for cyclists.
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Noteworthy new listings also include half-rustic, half-rococo in Hope Ranch; nice Campanil spread; two-cottage compound near Miramar Beach; Hedgerow fixer; 1928 San Roque charmer; modern Victorian in Los Olivos; 156 acres of backcountry with plans for a “guest ranch”; and more.
Burning Questions
- Why Are the Railroad Tracks Being Expanded Along Padaro Lane?
- Will You Explain the Plan to Adapt the Waterfront for Climate Change?
- Why Did the Rosewood Miramar Beach Install Gates?
- How Long Will This Big Pipe Be at East Beach?
- Is Cabrillo Boulevard Going to Be Widened Under Highway 101?
- Was There a Fisherman Inn in Downtown Santa Barbara?
- What Are Those Old Buildings at the Corner of Castillo and Montecito Streets?
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Tony, I was just having a little fun with my morning coffee when I wrote that comment and didn't mean to trigger anyone. Regarding action,… — J
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Though Yardi is a commercial software developer, real development is much riskier. That business has moats, history, customer lock in and competitive advantages. Redevelopment and… — John
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