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26 New Apartments in Downtown Santa Barbara

Mayee Plaza is a new apartment building with the best of both worlds: it’s on quiet E. De La Guerra Street in a charming neighborhood, while being just two blocks away from all the action. 

Big Estate Sale in Hope Ranch Starts Tomorrow

Plus: An update on the former Mackenzie Market building in San Roque; where the cormorants from Summerland have evidently relocated; unfolded trail maps, suitable for framing; prints of Jeff Shelton’s hand-drawn architectural elevations; Santa Barbara Hives is opening a store in Carpinteria.

The Latest on the Effort to Buy San Marcos Foothills Land

Other recent news: California on the verge of allowing cyclists to roll through stop signs; closed block of W. Victoria to be reopened to eastbound traffic; gas station in the works for former Goleta café space; Santa Barbara’s electric shuttles may not restart service; White Buffalo Land Trust buys Jalama Canyon Ranch with plans for regenerative agriculture.

Riven Rock Turnkey for Just Under $10 Million

Other noteworthy new listings include an attempted $11 million flip; a California cottage charmer; the potential for a Lower Riviera jewel box; a slick one-bedroom on the San Marcos Pass; and sweet little houses in Bungalow Haven and on State Street.

On the Golden Slope of Eucalyptus Hill

The southern side of Eucalyptus Hill is home to the area’s nicest streets—Cima Linda Lane, Summit Road, and Rametto Road. Ready for some good housepeeking?

Has the Homeless Hostel Hit a Speed Bump?

Plus: Local apparel brand Covet is opening a store in Montecito; a new Hank Pitcher show at Sullivan Goss; parts of a funky oceanfront Mesa compound are back on the market; input sought regarding the Channel Islands National Park Backcountry and Wilderness Management Plan.

Nearly 17,000-Square-Foot House Sells for $19.1 Million

Other notable closings include Miramar Beach two-bedroom; 1926 Riviera villa; Lutah Maria Riggs in the Golden Quadrangle; Jeff Shelton in low-key mode; a pair of $3 million houses right near the freeway; and more.

Starbucks Is Opening on a Prominent Corner

More food news: Indonesian food delivered monthly; Wingman Rodeo has opened in Goleta; Third Window Brewing’s call for oranges; Santo Mezcal is now serving breakfast; Bettina’s new leek pizza; quality coffee in Santa Ynez.