http://www.oceantopeaks.com Santa Barbara Living, Real Estate, and Fun Tue, 24 Aug 2010 05:14:50 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en If you are looking for a wonderful family compound or a restful weekend retreat , this new Montecito listing has it all! Located on a lush 1.3 acre parcel within walking distance to Montecito Union School and the Montecito YMCA, this 5 bedroom/5 bath contemporary home includes a light and ... http://www.oceantopeaks.com/?p=547 If you are looking for privacy, land, and a great house, check out our listing at 5110 Cathedral Oaks. This one-acre property is NOT on Cathedral Oaks; it is located about 1/10th of a mile down a private lane and in an enclave of about 16 homes. The area was ... http://www.oceantopeaks.com/?p=543 We are really excited to announce a new land listing in Montecito at 1585 Ramona Lane, offered for $1,895,000. This prime .8 acre parcel is located on one of the best streets in the Hedgerow. The central location provides easy access to the beach, Montecito Union School, and both the ... http://www.oceantopeaks.com/?p=540 Even though I am ‘in the loop’ on what's going on in the mortgage world, whenever I see a rate sheet I am truly amazed. Give me a call if you need a referral to a great mortgage broker or lender! Conforming  up to $417k loan amount   5yr ARM-3.00% with 1pt, 3.75% ... http://www.oceantopeaks.com/?p=537 We found this very useful guide written by J.D. Power and Associates to assist Buyers and Sellers when interviewing a Realtor to assist them. J.D. Power and Associates offers the following tips to consumers who are buying or selling a home: Finding the right agent to suit your specific needs ... http://www.oceantopeaks.com/?p=535 In case you missed this article in Friday's paper, the Santa Barbara NewsPress wrote a very informative piece on our local real estate market based on a recent presentation by Dr. Mark Schniepp of the California Economic Forecast. Kelly attended this presentation on Thursday and is happy to discuss ... http://www.oceantopeaks.com/?p=533 This very private custom home on 1 acre has recently been reduced to $1,195,000. The property is located about 1/10th of a mile off Cathedral Oaks Road and across from Foothill School, down a country lane. It sits in a private enclave of 12 homes that was once a ... http://www.oceantopeaks.com/?p=531 We hate to pick our own listings as Best Buys, but this darling home is a great value located in one of Santa Barbara's favorite neighborhoods: Hidden Valley! This approx. 1,440 sq.ft. home boasts an open living room with fireplace and sliding doors to the rear yard, an expanded master suite, ... http://www.oceantopeaks.com/?p=528 We are pleased to announce a new listing in the Santa Barbara Foothills: 1051 Cheltenham, offered for $1,295,000. This stately, well-maintained ocean view home exudes comfort and ease of living. Boasting almost 3300 sq.ft. and a versatile floor plan, the spacious home offers 5 bedrooms (3 w/ en suite baths), 4 ... http://www.oceantopeaks.com/?p=520 Our wonderful offering at 1720 Glen Oaks Drive in Montecito recently underwent a price adjustment of $500,000! This property is now offered for sale at $3,995,000 - a fantastic value! This property has it all: 4 bedroom, 4.5 bath main home of approximately 4,000 sq.ft., custom built with the highest ... http://www.oceantopeaks.com/?p=517