1925 Hope Ranch Hacienda Sells for $6.053 Million

Last week's sales also include cool 1973 Cielito house for $275,000 over ask; pretty spec reno of a 1933 Spanish Colonial near Cold Spring School; the Alta Mesa house with a party room on top; the former site of Richard Neutra’s 1956 Slavin House; and more.

A Santa Barbara Landmark Is Headed to Auction

The former St. Anthony’s Seminary complex at 2300 Garden Street will be auctioned off next month. This marks the second major change for the area around the Mission, what with a seven-story apartment complex proposed for the neighboring Mount Calvary Monastery property. 25

The Well Is Opening an Outpost in Montecito

Plus: The Castle in the Sky is available for rent; a visit to the new Venture Apparel Co. store on lower State Street; two more Santa Barbara Bowl shows were announced; a Bowlus RV showroom has opened downtown; Summer Solstice Celebration exhibit at the Santa Barbara Historical Museum; hiking up to the Hollywood sign.

Newsletter: May 5

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Craving the Luxury of Space? These Two Homes Are Outstanding in Their Fields!

Both homes have beautiful, yet very different styles, and they provide stunning options at surprising values for those in the market for high-end quality finishes.

A Riviera House Is Falling Down the Hillside

The garage started sliding into the house a couple of months ago, and now the house is moving down the ravine. 4

One of the Most Usable Parcels in Birnam Wood Hits the Market

Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac overlooking the fourth fairway, with direct access to the golf course, this custom-built single-level home rests on one of the largest parcels within the community.

Modern Padaro Beach Compound for $41.95 Million

Noteworthy new listings also include a juicy prospect in Birnam Wood; Jeff Shelton hot potato in the Lower Village; "jetliner views" on the Riviera; 1941 Moody Sisters cottage; and more.

Enviable Ocean-View Homes in Montecito and the Mesa

What's your pleasure? A contemporary retreat amid mature oaks or a Mediterranean marvel on a serene cul-de-sac? Either way, you'll get drop-dead gorgeous views....