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LIFESTYLE BLOG FOR SANTA BARBARA & MONTECITO
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Princeton North
Apr 9, 20242 min read
The Creator of ‘CSI’ Drops $14 Million on a Hilltop Santa Barbara Estate
Dive into the lavish world of acclaimed television producer Anthony Zuiker, best known for creating the iconic series CSI: Crime Scene...
Princeton North
Dec 4, 20232 min read
Historic Montecito Gem Hits the Market: A Peek Inside "Los Sueños"
Are you ready to step into luxury living? A historic Montecito mansion, affectionately known as "Los Sueños" (The Dreams), has just been...
Princeton North
Nov 13, 20232 min read
Unveiling the Charms of Santa Barbara's Riviera: A Fusion of Elegance and Breathtaking Views
Step into a haven of sophistication with a touch of European allure right in Santa Barbara. Nestled gracefully between the embracing arms...
Princeton North
Nov 13, 20239 min read
Santa Barbara's Riviera: A Tapestry of History, Luxury, and Educational Legacy
Bridging the two mile span which separates Mission and Sycamore Canyons, the sylvan uplift which the padres knew as the “mission ridge”...
Princeton North
Nov 6, 20233 min read
Ann Lurie's Santa Barbara Estate: A Midcentury GEM on stunning grounds
In the heart of Santa Barbara's exclusive Montecito enclave, a truly magical estate has just hit the market, seeking a new owner to...
Princeton North
Nov 3, 20232 min read
Larry David's Former Montecito Cottage: A Cozy Gem on the Market
In the picturesque coastal town of Montecito, California, nestled within the Hedgerow neighborhood, there lies a cozy cottage that has...
Princeton North
Sep 8, 20232 min read
Unveiling the Real Estate Fortunes of Santa Barbara and Montecito in August 2023
If you've been keeping an eye on the vibrant California real estate scene, August 2023 brought some exciting developments to Santa...
Princeton North
Jul 1, 20232 min read
Luxurious Montecito Estate with Celebrity Connection Sells for Record Price
Discover the extraordinary estate that captured the attention of luxury real estate enthusiasts and celebrities alike. Recently sold for...
Princeton North
Jun 22, 20232 min read
Fashion Designer Pieces Together His Own Personal Santa Barbara Shangri-La
Jeff Abrams has officially added another piece to his ever-growing Montecito residential puzzle — the historic El Mirador estate. The...
Princeton North
May 10, 20234 min read
What is Measure ULA and How Will It Affect the LA and Santa Barbara Market?
Los Angeles Measure ULA, officially known as the “Homelessness and Housing Solutions Tax,” is a ballot measure that Los Angeles voters...
Princeton North
May 10, 20232 min read
Lavish Santa Barbara Estate Strikes a Chord With Nashville Songwriter
Back in February, Shane McAnally told The New York Times he had been busy shopping for a California home. Now records reveal the country...
Princeton North
Apr 25, 20233 min read
Property Insights: What Does U. S. $10 Million Buy Around the World?
Property Insights: What Does U. S. $10 Million Buy Around the World? In the global marketplace for luxury real estate, let's explore what...
Princeton North
Jan 30, 20234 min read
Ellen DeGeneres Sells Montecito’s Historic Rancho San Leandro & Sprouts CEO Bags Oceanfront Home
After capping off 2022 with the record $70 million purchase of an oceanfront compound, Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi are...
Princeton North
Jan 4, 20233 min read
$33.5M estate Where Meghan & Harry Filmed Netflix Doc & Ellen's $70m beach front estate
When the Duke and Duchess of Sussex sat down to be interviewed for their much-anticipated Netflix docuseries, which began its...
Princeton North
Oct 10, 20223 min read
Conan O’Brien's New property on the Sand & Larry David Spends Millions on Montecito Estate
Turns out Conan O’Brien isn’t ready to call it quits in Carpinteria just yet! A little over a month after his longtime beach house popped...
Princeton North
Aug 16, 20221 min read
Riviera park sold
Riviera Park, which housed the original buildings of what would later become UC Santa Barbara, was sold on July 22 for an estimated...
Princeton North
Aug 2, 20223 min read
‘Jurassic Park’ Screenwriter Flips Montecito home and some
It’s officially a wrap! After barely a year of ownership, Hollywood screenwriter/director David Koepp — best-known for blockbuster films...
Princeton North
Jun 6, 20224 min read
Cameron Diaz & Benji Madden Purchase in Montecito
Like a lot of prodigiously financed Angelenos with 12 or 13 million bucks to spend on a high-maintenance part-time vacation residence...
Princeton North
May 11, 20226 min read
Santa Barbara Real Estate Market Trends & Analysis 2022
The Santa Barbara real estate market has enjoyed a historic run in home values over the course of a decade. As a result, real estate in...
Princeton North
May 9, 20222 min read
Michael Keaton’s Son Sells in Montecito, Buys Hancock Park Mansion
That’s a wrap in Montecito for Sean Douglas and his longtime wife Rachel. After only a single year of ownership, the couple has sold...
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