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The Creator of ‘CSI’ Drops $14 Million on a Hilltop Santa Barbara Estate

Princeton North

Apr 9
2 min

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...

Historic Montecito Gem Hits the Market: A Peek Inside "Los Sueños"

Princeton North

Dec 4, 2023
2 min

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...

Unveiling the Charms of Santa Barbara's Riviera: A Fusion of Elegance and Breathtaking Views

Princeton North

Nov 13, 2023
2 min

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...

Santa Barbara's Riviera: A Tapestry of History, Luxury, and Educational Legacy

Princeton North

Nov 13, 2023
9 min

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”...

Ann Lurie's Santa Barbara Estate: A Midcentury GEM on stunning grounds

Princeton North

Nov 6, 2023
3 min

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...

Larry David's Former Montecito Cottage: A Cozy Gem on the Market

Princeton North

Nov 3, 2023
2 min

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...

Unveiling the Real Estate Fortunes of Santa Barbara and Montecito in August 2023

Princeton North

Sep 8, 2023
2 min

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...

Luxurious Montecito Estate with Celebrity Connection Sells for Record Price

Princeton North

Jul 1, 2023
2 min

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...

Fashion Designer Pieces Together His Own Personal Santa Barbara Shangri-La

Princeton North

Jun 22, 2023
2 min

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...

What is Measure ULA and How Will It Affect the LA and Santa Barbara Market?

Princeton North

May 10, 2023
4 min

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...

Lavish Santa Barbara Estate Strikes a Chord With Nashville Songwriter

Princeton North

May 10, 2023
2 min

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...

Property Insights: What Does U. S. $10 Million Buy Around the World?

Princeton North

Apr 25, 2023
3 min

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...

Ellen DeGeneres Sells Montecito’s Historic Rancho San Leandro & Sprouts CEO Bags Oceanfront Home

Princeton North

Jan 30, 2023
4 min

Santa Barbara Celebrity Housing Buz

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...

$33.5M estate Where Meghan & Harry Filmed Netflix Doc & Ellen's $70m beach front estate

Princeton North

Jan 4, 2023
3 min

Santa Barbara Celebrity Housing Buz

$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...

Conan O’Brien's New property on the Sand & Larry David Spends Millions on Montecito Estate

Princeton North

Oct 10, 2022
3 min

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, 2022
1 min

Santa Barbara News

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...

‘Jurassic Park’ Screenwriter Flips Montecito home and some

Princeton North

Aug 2, 2022
3 min

‘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...

Cameron Diaz & Benji Madden Purchase in Montecito

Princeton North

Jun 6, 2022
4 min

Santa Barbara Celebrity Housing Buz

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...

Santa Barbara Real Estate Market Trends & Analysis 2022

Princeton North

May 11, 2022
6 min

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...

Michael Keaton’s Son Sells in Montecito, Buys Hancock Park Mansion

Princeton North

May 9, 2022
2 min

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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