WALK WITH ME
The Arts District is a marketing construct, but it’s a useful one, distinguishing the more upscale section of State Street from scruffier parts downtown. And, boy, is it rich with character.
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HOT PROPERTY
Last week’s sales: Classic Montecito estate for nearly half off the initial asking price; Montecito Tuscan for $22.5 million; 21-acre property in Carpinteria’s Rancho Monte Alegre; Montecito Shores two-bedroom for $5.25 million; Alta Mesa spec reno; Mesa fixer; and more. See what sold—and for how much.
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ODDS & ENDS
••• Inside the new family-friendly pool hall on Chapala Street.
••• Three local celebs in conversation at the Lobero.
••• The Well will close an outpost as part of a consolidation.
••• The DJ Javier show at the Museum of Contemporary Art.
••• State Street building proposed for demolition.
••• Santa Ynez General apparel now all in Los Olivos.
••• The horseshoes embedded in Arlington Plaza’s parking lot.
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