Spring Awakens
April showers bring May flowers, and in Montecito, seven fresh listings. After a quiet start to the year, we’re finally feeling a hint of the Spring and Summer momentum we’re used to. The pace has picked up noticeably over the past two weeks and it feels like we are in for a busy few weeks even if the fog remains!
In May 2024, 11 homes closed in Montecito, less than half of the 22 sales we saw in May 2023. Although we are only a few days into May, we have one closed sale (an off-market sale on Miramar Avenue for $6.81M) but we are counting 11 pending transactions and definitely expecting many more this month.
With over 94 homes on the market, buyers have choices and we’re seeing renewed interest across all price points.
Here are three of this week’s standout new homes:
Historic Hedgerow Estate
240 Miramar Avenue | $17,950,000
Once the original farmhouse of the famed Hedge Row property, this 9,000 SF Cape Cod by Peter Becker offers unmatched privacy, scale, and elegance across 1.9 acres.
A True Destination Resort
1465 E Mountain Drive | $13,500,000
This 5 bedroom/ 6.5 bathroom estate just minutes from San Ysidro Ranch blends casual luxury with big ocean views, a resort style pool and spa, expansive terraces, and single-level ease.
Versatile Butterfly Beach Renovation
1152 Hill Road | $7,895,000
A stone’s throw from Butterfly Beach, this turnkey Montecito home blends classic craftsmanship with effortless indoor-outdoor living and a detached guest bungalow for added flexibility.
What Happened in Montecito Last Week?
April 27th – May 3rd
weekly spotlight
A Moment for Mom
Mother’s Day is this Sunday, May 11th and Montecito and Santa Barbara are full of ways to celebrate. Whether you're planning something indulgent or relaxed, here’s a quick guide to local experiences moms will love:
🍽️ Brunch with a View
• Ritz-Carlton Bacara – Luxe buffet with ocean views.
• Rosewood Miramar – Elegant brunch at The Revere Room.
• Scarlett Begonia – Bubbly brunch with local wine tastings.
• Finch & Fork – Farm-to-table favorites in downtown Santa Barbara.
🎨 Creative Escapes
• Candle Bar 111 – Candle-making + waffles + "Mom"osas.
• Sunstone Winery – Paint and sip in the vineyard.
• Koehler Winery – Watercolor class with wine tasting.
Treat Mom to something thoughtful, beautiful, and uniquely Santa Barbara.
