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TV Hill Party Pad Sells for $4.26 Million

Last week’s sales also include Harbor Hills contemporary for $2.2 million off initial asking price; floops across from the Mission; Montecito Shores two-bedroom; Riviera vacant lot for a loss; 1939 Upper East house; and more.

A Rare 1920s Gem on the Riviera

This is vintage Santa Barbara: a Mediterranean-style classic near the renowned El Encanto hotel, surrounded by mature trees and private gardens, and with spectacular views.

The Biltmore’s Reopening Has Been Pushed Back Again

Plus: Dylan Star will morph into an online-only business; Leone Salon has moved to the Funk Zone; Coast Village parklet for lease; “In the Mood for Love” on the big screen; more programming at the Music Academy of the West; checking out the model homes at the Santa Barbara Polo Residences.

Two New Cafés Debut This Week

More food news: A chance to taste the cooking of the folks behind The Palms; El Roblar’s daytime restaurant now welcomes non-guests; Santa Barbara Hives profile; Happy Canyon Vineyard appears to be leaving El Paseo; recipes from Na Na Thai and Priedite Barbecue; restaurant advice between here and Death Valley.

Where in Santa Barbara…?

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

Privacy, Romance, and Potential on E. Mountain Drive

Tucked beneath a canopy of mature oaks, the 1.05-acre property feels like a hidden retreat, evoking a slower pace and a connection to the land. Come see for yourself at the open houses this Saturday and Sunday.

Playdate Paradise Off Picacho Lane

Noteworthy new listings also include 1990s energy on a premiere Hope Ranch street; spec reno of a 1955 Paul Greene in San Roque; another Loma Alicia condo with an impressive view; Santa Ynez Valley hacienda; the cute Victorian across from Ortega Park; and more.

City Council Approves 90-Unit Apartment Complex on Milpas Street

Other recent news: Library plaza picnic tables nixed; Gifford Fire update (and why the smoke hasn’t been a problem here); developer slams city council; 24/7 cannabis operation denied; single-seat ultralight aircraft demo in Carpinteria.