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Modern Luxury in a Thoroughly Restored Victorian in the Heart of Santa Barbara

Open house this weekend: One of Santa Barbara’s original Four Sisters, a quartet of historically significant homes in the coveted Upper East neighborhood.

What’s This Scaffold Structure on Las Positas Road?

“What’s the scaffold structure on Las Positas just north of Veronica Springs Road? There’s communication gear attached to it.”

Shortfall in Santa Barbara Sales Tax Revenue

Other recent news: Tunnel Road to Inspiration Point to close for more repairs; the Katy Perry/Carl Westcott real estate battle continues; weekly rally in support of the Constitution; the tree of the month.

Brand-New Two-Bedroom Retreat with Expansive Patio Now Available at 800 Santa Barbara

Discover modern elegance in this stunning 1,440-square-foot residence at 800 Santa Barbara, with a spacious, light-filled floor plan perfect for entertaining or unwinding.

A Five-Block Adventure in Downtown Ventura

Given how close Ventura is and how much I like to explore, I know remarkably little about the city. The car-free stretch of E. Main Street was the perfect place to start.

Mini Compound Near Butterfly Beach Sells for $7.3 Million

Last week’s sales also include the cool Lower Riviera contemporary; Montecito Mediterranean on a gated street; handsome spec reno with sweet backyard; Cielito three-bedroom on three acres; Cold Spring renovation; and more.

Another Downtown Building to Become Self-Storage

Plus: New gallery in Carpinteria; Douglas Family Preserve dog bench; surfing museum debuts inside Surf ‘n Wear; Bellosguardo beach house complex; progress for the Modoc Multi Use Path; the first Carpinteria Film Festival; “Where in Santa Barbara…?” answer.

The Name of Barbareño’s Sister Restaurant

More food news: Dart Coffee Co. is a welcome addition to Carpinteria; more on the rooftop bar at Linden Square; Sweetgreen really is opening in Goleta; Intermezzo has cut back service; expanded hours at Gracie on the harbor; Upper Village restaurant repositioning; Ventura’s Room Service Coffee soft-opens this week.