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

Princeton North

Apr 92 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...

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

Princeton North

Dec 4, 20232 min read

Architecture

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, 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...

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

Princeton North

Nov 13, 20239 min read

News

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, 20233 min read

News

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, 20232 min read

News

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, 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...

Luxurious Montecito Estate with Celebrity Connection Sells for Record Price

Princeton North

Jul 1, 20232 min read

News

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, 20232 min read

News

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, 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...

Lavish Santa Barbara Estate Strikes a Chord With Nashville Songwriter

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...

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

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...

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

Princeton North

Jan 30, 20234 min read

Celebrity Homes

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, 20233 min read

Celebrity Homes

$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, 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

Local Happenings

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, 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...

Cameron Diaz & Benji Madden Purchase in Montecito

Princeton North

Jun 6, 20224 min read

Celebrity Homes

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, 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...

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

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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