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September 25, 2026

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A Classic Upper East Home With Ocean Views

Perched in one of Santa Barbara’s most coveted locations, 622 E. Valerio Street pairs timeless 1920s character with beautiful ocean, city, and mountain views. Come see for yourself at the open house this Sunday.

  • Just Listed

An Adorable Moody Sisters Cottage That Got Moved to the Mesa

Noteworthy new listings also include a jaunty roofline on Padaro Lane; Ortega Ridge single-level; a hop and a skip from Montecito Union School; good energy on Eucalyptus Hill; handsome devil on the back of the Riviera; pied-à-terre with a view; and more.

September 24, 2026

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Highlights of the Fall Art Season

When it comes to the arts, Santa Barbara punches well above its weight. In coming months, you can enjoy world-class gallery shows, sublime music performances, exciting theater, and even visits to artists’ studios.

  • News Roundup

The Surfliner Inn Vote Got Pushed Back

Other recent news: Santa Barbara rent stabilization moves forward; the rise of e-bike injuries; Republican congressional candidate ditches the party; the latest on Sable Offshore; Santa Rosa Island reopens for overnight camping. 2

September 23, 2026

  • Slow News Week

Vanity, Thy Name Is… (Part 4)

The best vanity license plates are the ones that are a little surprising. 3

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Newsletter: September 23

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September 22, 2026

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Park Elm Residences: Where Immediate Luxury Meets Century City Living in Los Angeles

Each residence takes a distinct approach while sharing a restrained palette of natural materials including linen, oak, travertine and limewash. Vistas stretch from the Pacific Ocean and mountains to the Hollywood Hills, with natural light shaping the interiors throughout the day.

  • Odds & Ends

Padaro Lane’s Trees Might Just Get Spared

Plus: The new owner of the Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum building; Romero Canyon Trail and Franklin Trail have finally reopened; tours of Direct Relief's warehouse; downtown parking lot shifting to self-pay; Bellosguardo is trying something new; kinetic art at the Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara. 5

September 21, 2026

  • Hot Property

3.4-Acre Montecito Compound Sells for $16.9 Million

Last week's sales also include the foxy Mesa contemporary with an outbuilding at the cliff's edge; Mediterranean with weird entrance on Viola Lane; Montecito Shores two-bedroom; Riviera vacant lot; and more.

September 20, 2026

  • Food Stuff

Restaurant Roy to Close After 30 Years

More food news: Little Mountain earned a three-star rave from the New York Times; Kyle's Kitchen opens in Goleta this week; Raising Cane's opening date; Pascucci Restaurant finally closed; Isla Vista's Sweet Hustle (née Cookie Plug) closed; the Los Olivos Wine Festival is coming up. 18

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Just Listed

  • An Adorable Moody Sisters Cottage That Got Moved to the Mesa
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