Paradise in Santa Barbara ~ Your Guide to the Santa Barbara Real Estate Market

This Week's Propertunity!

2009-01-23T10:54:00.000-08:00

The seller's bought this home for $2,700,000 in September of '05 an have spent over $800,000 in remodeling & improvements.
One of a kind 6 bedroom, 4.5 bath Spanish home set on magical 2 acres. Soaring 19ft ceilings, wood floors, stunning new sautillo tile patio, 5 new baths, incredible new gourmet kitchen with granite counters, family room, 3 fireplaces, separate master with 16 x 13 office & 16 x 13 walk in closet. Rare combo of remodeled home, stunning setting & large family home. Dramatic interiors. Now offered at $2,495,000.

Happy New Year!!!

2008-12-30T11:01:00.001-08:00

Hello everyone,
Here's to a happy, healthy New Year. The next propertunity will be in 2009! Stay tuned!!!

Propertunity Update...

2008-12-23T11:24:00.000-08:00

Since 2008 is coming to an end, we thought we would go back and take a look at all of our selected propertunities.

Here are the stats:

There were a total of 13 propertunities. Currently 6 are still available, 2 have been taken off the market and 5 have sold.

Here are the properties that are still available.

1. 914 Medio Rd - listed at $1,599,000

2. 138 Toro Canyon - listed at $1,345,000

3. 466 Toro - listed at $1,875,000

4. 4687 Via Roblada - listed at $2,550,000

5. 216 Santa Barbara St. #B - listed at $899,000

Happy Holidays everyone! See you next year.

Propertunity!

2008-12-18T09:27:00.000-08:00

Sellers loss will be your buyers gain on this Hope Ranch 2 flat acre parcel. Seller bought in August for more and must sell now due to stock losses. Walk to the beach from this home with guest home and pool.! Remodel or build to suit on this parcel that is surrounded by multi-million dollar estates. A second story would give you ocean and mtn views.
Original List Price: $2,995,000 Now Offered at: 2,750,000

Santa Barbara Stats for November!

2008-12-17T09:29:00.000-08:00

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Propertunity!

2008-12-17T09:08:00.000-08:00

This listing had the original list price of $1,695,000.

It is now Offered at $1,293,000!!

LOTS of potential in this charming single story home nestled on hillside of Eucalyptus Hill area in upper Montecito. Sunken living room with large windows looking out to Harbor and Islands. Possible 2nd story with expansive views. Endless possibilities exist for updating this home into your own private retreat. Lots of storage and interior laundry. Artist studio tucked away on upper pad.

Propertunity!

2008-12-11T09:27:00.000-08:00

This original list price of this home was $1,725,000.

Ocean view from most rooms in this newly polished midcentury Riviera view home. Low-maintenance terraced gardens with fruit trees and lots of indoor/outdoor options. Large view deck overlooks city, ocean, and island view and house sited for privacy. Roomy, open kitchen opens to dining area and living room with fireplace, all with gleaming dark hardwood floors. Four bedrooms, three baths. Offered at $1,599,000

October Stats for the Riviera

2008-12-01T12:11:00.000-08:00

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Propertunity of the Week!

2008-12-01T11:28:00.000-08:00

This home has had more than a 20% reduction from original list price.

Substantial price reduction on this fabulous ocean, island & city VIEW HOME. Beautifully maintained & quality upgrading. Three bedrooms, 3 bathrooms + den with high end appliances in kitchen (Viking & Jenn-Air), sparkling hard wood floors and detached 2 car garage. Perfect for primary or second home. Close to everthing yet private and serene. Lovely, lush backyard.

Propertunity of the Week!

2008-11-24T10:22:00.000-08:00

Villa del Mar Townhouse at 216 Santa Barbara Street 'B',

Reduced to $899,000! This development usually sells over a million.
This recently built 2 bedroom 2.5 bath town home benefits
from quality construction, a central location with great Riviera views, generous square footage and great pricing.

New Propertunity!

2008-11-20T09:11:00.000-08:00

This home has been reduced $300,000!!!

~LA VISTA ESTATES COMPOUND~

Access is via 1105 Barger Canyon Rd ~ Single level, sun drenched compound located above Foothill Rd. The MAIN HOUSE is 3 bd 2 ba with attached 2-car garage ~ a true diamond in the rough. The GUEST HOUSE is 3BD 1BA beautifully redone. Both houses have mountain & ocean views. Listed at $1,495,000

Propertunity!

2008-11-07T09:02:00.000-08:00

This home is down $400,000 from the original list price! It is now listed at $1,875,000.

Now truly a Montecito Best Buy! Two for the price of one! Attractive 3/2 main house, + Charming 2/1 Guest House; both with tree lined driveways on a gorgeous 1+ acre OCEAN/ISLANDS view lot. Main house has European charm, 2 fireplaces, 10' ceilings, updated kitchen, & French doors. Plus a 5 car garage. Owner Financing Available!!

This week's Propertunity!

2008-10-24T10:22:00.000-07:00

This home has great value right now. It's original list price was $2,295,000.

It has been reduced to $1,999,000.

Seldom available Spanish Riviera home located on a coveted street just steps from the Santa Barbara Mission & rose gardens. Home exudes warmth and charm, wood floors throughout- a master suite w/ luxurious bath, coved ceilings and door opening to enchanting private patio. Chef's kitchen opening to family room with fireplace, high ceilings & French doors leading to terrace & exquisite gardens. Extra room off garage.

September Stats for The Riviera and Mission Canyon areas of Santa Barbara

2008-10-21T11:42:00.000-07:00

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Santa Barbara Stats for September

2008-10-14T10:08:00.000-07:00

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Propertunity of the Week!

2008-10-06T11:44:00.001-07:00

Find your little heaven... A lovely & peaceful setting with ocean and island views as well as one of the most beautiful botanic and fruit tree gardens one could ever dream of. 2 bedroom, 2 bath home. Detached guest unit and pool. Offered at $1,695,000 ($100,000 down from original price).

Propertunity of the Week!

2008-09-18T09:37:00.000-07:00

This remodeled home has just been reduced $200,000. It is now offered at $1,695,000.

Stunning home in sought-after Villa Coronada. Extensively remodeled in 2003. Top-end appointments with exquisite custom details. Custom gourmet kitchen with Viking, Sub-Zero, and Fisher Paykel appliances. Custom antiqued doors & interior window shutters. Den could be 3rd bedroom. Wonderful outdoor/indoor entertaining flow. Superb, comfortable elegance.This home is listed with Stu Morse at Goodwin and Thyne Properties.

Riviera and Mission Canyon Stats for August

2008-09-16T09:52:00.000-07:00

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August Stats for Santa Barbara

2008-09-16T09:40:00.001-07:00

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This Week's Propertunity

2008-09-16T09:38:00.001-07:00

This sophisticated, elegant, redesigned, single level Montecito gem with an open floorplan, is a fantastic opportunity. Custom built with 3 bed 3 baths plus studio, brazilian walnut floors, viking appliances, large granite island, and formal living room with fireplace and bay window. Offered at $1,697,000.

This week's Propertunity!

2008-09-04T10:21:00.000-07:00

This poperty just had another price reduction! It is now offered at over $300,000 less than the starting price . This is the original home of the Cedar Vista PUD.

Rare find. Developers home at back of Cedar Vista PUD. 2/3 acre, lush gardens. Dual living. Main house is 2,200 sq.ft. Granny flat has kitchen, living/dining, den, bedroom, bath and 15 X 10 deck. Also, koi pond, workshop, office and 3 car garage. Now offered at $1,325,000.

Propertunity of the Week!

2008-08-28T15:17:00.000-07:00

This home has had a price reduction from ($1,550,000) has nice amenities and is really a lot of house for the price.

Huge 4 bedroom, 3 bath 4,536 sq ft home at the bottom of Toro Canyon just off Via Real. New family room/library with 19ft ceilings. Very versatile home on a usable .4 acres. Many recent upgrades including: granite kitchen, 2 fireplaces, slate floors, separate upstairs master w/ walk-in-closet & glorious bath. Mountain views, French doors, 2 heat zones, A/C, built in speakers, the list goes on & on.

Offered at $1,395,000.

Santa Barbara Stats for July!

2008-08-27T14:33:00.000-07:00

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July 07-08 Riviera Stats

2008-08-22T10:50:00.000-07:00

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This Week's Propertunity!

2008-08-21T15:25:00.000-07:00

1010 Las Vista Road has 2 houses on 1 lot. The main house is about 90% complete - a high end renovation. This has been on the market just over 2 weeks.

LA VISTA ESTATES COMPOUND~ Single level, sun drenched compound located above Foothill Rd. MAIN HOUSE is 3 bd 2 ba with attached 2-car garage. Almost completely renovated, true diamond in the rough ~. Master Suite & Bath finished - vaulted beamed ceilings, high end amenities throughout. GUEST HOUSE is 3 bd 1 ba, completely renovated, all top-of-the-line. Mountain and Ocean Views.

Offered at $1,795,000.

Propertunity of the Week!

2008-08-18T10:59:00.001-07:00

Yes, this property has been highlighted as a propertunity in the past, but it is now listed in the MLS and should not be missed! Also, I want to note that 360 Calle Elegante (last week's propertunity) has had a $100,000 reduction!

Tucked away on a private drive in the Riviera hills this private retreat offers dazzling views of the city below along with the famed Santa Barbara harbor, the Pacific ocean and the Channel islands.

The stylish home has been exquisitely renovated offering the sophistication of penthouse-style living along with the comfort of home. The entry level of the home offers an open “great room” feel with vaulted ceilings, rich hardwood floors and a beautifully appointed gourmet kitchen. This level also features expansive view decks, a covered patio for al-fresco dining, a stylish powder room, and a private home office. The bedroom wing offers a comfortable master suite with its own view terrace and an ocean view shower. Additionally, there is another full bath and two bedrooms which are currently connected offering the feel of a spacious suite opening to its own view patio.

If you are looking for the perfect combination of comfort and style along with ultimate privacy and dramatic views this exquisite retreat has it all.

Offered at $1,795,000.

This Week's Propertunity!

2008-08-01T11:38:00.000-07:00

CASA ELEGANTE
EXQUISITE MEDITERRANEAN IN MONTECITO’S RIVIERAThis private one acre property in the Montecito Riviera offers lush tropical grounds, a spacious level lawn, an ocean view pavilion & soothing vistas of the surrounding hillsides, city lights and a mountain backdrop. The architecturally designed Mediterranean home has just undergone a quality renovation offering an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, solid oak floors, gourmet kitchen and two fireplaces. Enjoy life’s pleasures in this ideal Montecito retreat. Offered at $3,295,000

This Week's Propertunity!

2008-07-25T15:01:00.000-07:00

One of the premier homes in the Coronada Circle enclave at the top of the circle with dramatic ocean/harbor views from the front and unobstructed mountain views from the back. The single level home is over 2700 sq. ft. and has undergone a recent extensive renovation offering an upscale yet comfortable living environment. This showcase home was originally priced at $2,795,000 and is now newly offered and priced to sell at $2,495,000. Please call Chris with any questions 805.565.8823

Santa Barbara Stats for June 07 v 08

2008-07-17T14:35:00.000-07:00

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The Week's Propertunity!

2008-07-17T13:52:00.000-07:00

4622 Via Saladita

This home was originally priced at $1,895,000 and has recently been reduced to $1,799,000. This newer construction, luxurious home sits on a 3/4 acre with gorgeous mountain and island views! It is approximately 3,900 sq.ft. and has cathedral ceilings, distressed oak floors, cherry cabinets, and a gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances. There are two family rooms, on each floor! Also offers a 1BD/1BA downstairs!

Best buy in San Antonio Creek area.

Propertunity of the Week!

2008-07-11T15:40:00.000-07:00

It's no surprise that this home has been chosen as the proporunity of the week. This Mediterranean style home (originally priced at over 2 million!) is now at $1,495,000.
Top quality construction, 3,800 sq. ft. on a flat 1/4 acre. Enter the open floor plan with family room & gourmet kitchen with Viking stove, Travertine counters, hickory cabinets, 'Marvin' windows & more. Generous size bedrooms with some ocean views.

Propertunity of the Week!

2008-06-26T14:42:00.001-07:00

PENTHOUSE LIVING ON THE UPPER RIVIERA
Enjoy spectacular city, ocean, harbor and island views from this exquisitely renovated residence in the Riviera hills. The home offers a sumptuous great room with vaulted ceilings, wood floors, fireplace and private view decks. Additionally, there are two spacious bedroom suites along with a wonderful home office and a charming al fresco dining patio. A tremendous value at $1,795,000. Call Chris Palme for more information 805.565.8823

Mission Canyon and Riviera Stats May 07 v. May 08

2008-06-26T14:09:00.000-07:00

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Santa Barbara Market Analysis 07 v. 08

2008-06-24T11:23:00.000-07:00

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Proportunity of the Week!

2008-06-16T15:13:00.000-07:00

This secluded half-acre site offers dramatic mountain views, total privacy & useable land in a semi-rural setting. The pristine, single level home has been extensively renovated offering an open floor plan with wood floors, gourmet kitchen, two spacious bedroom & two beautifully appointed bathrooms. Enjoy as it is or take advantage of approved lot split. Offered at $899,000.