Grab your family and friends and head out into nature this holiday season to enjoy the beauty of Santa Barbara’s landscape! The Land Trust for Santa Barbara County has protected nearly 23,000 acres of rolling hills, working ranches and farms, watersheds, oak woodlands and coastal bluffs… many of which are open to the public to… more
Sustainable Living: Wishing you a "Green" Holiday
Who can resist the indulgences of the season… the parties, the gifts, the tree with the trimmings? This holiday, please think about ways you can reduce your own environmental impact by considering the following tips: Use Wisely (1) Buy local… for under your tree and at your holiday table. (2) Purchase or rent a living tree… more
November 2013: Year-to-Date Real Estate Market Update
November-to-date figures show impressive increases in median home values! However, Santa Barbara and Montecito – like much of the country – experienced a slow down in the number of home sales for the month of November. Lower overall inventory, a continued trend from past months, and some seasonal lightening in new listings and demand contributed… more
Neighborhood Spotlight: Opportunity on The Mesa!
Home prices have risen dramatically year-over-year on the Mesa in all districts. Low inventory (particularly in the sub-$1MM up to $1.5MM price point), pent-up-consumer demand, and a favorable interest rate climate have all contributed to strong sales and price appreciation year to date. MEDIAN SALES PRICE APPRECIATION ON THE MESA* Median sales price by Mesa… more
Franklin Trail Re-Opens!
On Friday November 1, community leaders, Franklin Trail organizers, volunteers and Carpinteria area residents welcomed back an old friend… The Franklin Trail! The ribbon cutting event celebrated the first phase of the trail opening – a 2.25 mile segment designated by the county as multiple use (available to hikers, bike riders and equestrains). The second… more