SUMMERLAND, CA Summerland is the quintessential California beach town, situated between Montecito and Carpinteria. The community takes up approximately 2 square miles and is built on a set of coastal bluffs bordering the ocean. The main road through town is Lillie avenue, full of antique stores, cozy cafes and locally owned shops punctuated by charming… more
Santa Barbara County Drought Update
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY DROUGHT & WATER SUPPLY UPDATE Local lakes essentially empty after five years of drought. Although Northern California received significant amounts of rain this past winter, the exceptional drought, now in its 5th year, continues to plague the South Coast. Cachuma and Jameson Lakes, which historically provide over half the District’s annual water… more
Santa Barbara Market Overview October 2016
Here is the latest data for Santa Barbara’s Real Estate market. In general, October’s number of sales was down from 2017, but the median price was up 7% year-over-year. As has been the case throughout the year, low inventory remains the key to prices and sales, and with prices still strong, many sellers are finding… more
Neighborhood Spotlight : The Upper East
The Upper East neighborhood of Santa Barbara has been know as “the crown jewel” of the city with the most sought after homes for decades. The houses are outstandingly large and impressive, intricate, beautiful, & many with architectural or historical significance. Another standout feature of Upper East homes is the notably large yards with tall… more
"Crafts Man" Bob Taylor – Restoration Specialist
Introducing an feature story of Bob Taylor in The Montecito Magazine A Restoration Specialist Rises to a Daunting Challenge “Crafts Man”