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July 1, 2026

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Newsletter: July 1

July 1, 2026|by Erik Torkells

BURNING QUESTIONS
“There’s now a security camera at the intersection of Hot Springs Road and Olive Mill Road. Who’s responsible for it?” Here’s the answer.

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HOT PROPERTY
Last week’s sales: Five-acre Padaro Lane compound for $33 million; 1928 Spanish in prime Montecito; Birnam Wood with appealing courtyard pool; Moroccan-Mexican hybrid on East Valley Road; stylish Hale Park spec reno; Alma del Pueblo penthouse; Serena Park three-bedroom in two weeks; and more. See what sold—and for how much.

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ODDS & ENDS
••• 104 units of affordable senior housing proposed near the Presidio neighborhood (above).
••• More thoughts on the Padaro Lane railroad expansion.
••• The Montecito Country Mart’s lemonade stand.
••• Old Town Goleta golf simulator.
••• Explaining the levels on those “fire danger” signs.
••• Interested in the gift-basket business?
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