The Mesa Neighborhood

March 2013 – Santa Barbara Real Estate Market Statistics

Here is a summary of the latest statistics for the Santa Barbara real estate market for March 2013.  Over the last several weeks we have seen a definite increase in inventory, especially in the Goleta area.  Much of the new inventory has been in the $600,000 to $900,000 range.  Buyers are still very active and almost all the inventory is selling off within days to only a few weeks.  Prices in general still are on the climb, although it feels a little more stable just in the last few weeks. Some... Continue Reading >

Lack of Inventory Extremely Tough On Buyers Here in Santa Barbara

When will we see the next good run of new inventory here in the housing market in Santa Barbara? This is a question that everyone across the board is asking each other from buyers, to lenders, to real estate agents. Every statistic we see as well as just the true pulse on the market points out that there are more buyers than real estate to choose from.  Compared to just the last few years, we are roughly down 50% on listings.  It feels tougher than this at times. Lack of Condo Inventory As that... Continue Reading >

New High End Mesa Townhome Development with Impressive Ocean Views – Mira Las Olas

Looking for a new higher end construction home with style and ocean/island views? Mira Las Olas is a wonderful, brand new, smaller development of town homes located here on The Mesa in Santa Barbara.  Construction is scheduled to be finished sometime in May - July 2012, although pre sales are already taking place. The look so far of the town homes is impressive, with beautiful "Santa Barbara-style" architecture that includes a nice blend of Spanish, Mediterranean, and Moorish influences.  Rich finishes, warm colors and panoramic ocean and island views from many of the units. Other amenities are the... Continue Reading >

8 New Luxury Homes on The Mesa, Santa Barbara Lighthouse Point

Looking for a spacious, single family home, new construction on The Mesa?  A new development consisting of 8 luxury single family homes is well under way with the model home already open to view.  Lighthouse Point on The Mesa looks to be a very nice beach community near Lighthouse Point just behind Lazy Acres.  Eight new contemporary spanish homes are almost complete with each having their own individual characteristics, ocean views (some better than others) and pleasant garden areas and patios.  Each home varies in size, but seem to be around the... Continue Reading >

2011 Santa Barbara Real Estate Market Update for The Monroe Elementary School District

The main areas of the Monroe Elementary School District encompass the neighborhoods of The Mesa, Campanil Hill and Yankee Farm and then stretches over and grabs a small swath of Downtown. The Mesa area in Santa Barbara stretches from the Santa Barbara City College on the east and extends two and one-half miles to Arroyo Burro County Beach (or "Hendry's/The Pit" to locals).  The Mesa is an extremely desirable neighborhood and has often been voted the "Best Neighborhood" in a local paper's poll. The Mesa would be considered by most "a family neighborhood"... Continue Reading >

Very Nice Referral from Recent Client – Santa Barbara Real Estate, The Mesa

To whom it may concern : "I, Robert Hay, wish to acknowledge the excellent service I received from Kevin Schmidtchen at Sotheby's Realty.  I have lived in either Montecito or Santa Barbara since 1954 and my family has or has had deep ties in businesses and in charities throughout the town.  I wanted to sell my beautiful house at 104 Vista Del Mar Drive and after giving it a good try in the summer, and fall of 2010 I took it off the market.  I remember years past how Kevin would... Continue Reading >

Is San Roque a Better Place to Live than The Mesa Neighborhood?

What area would you choose in Santa Barbara...San Roque or the Mesa? I pose this question simply because I seem to be asked this a few times a month.  I think the obvious reason of this is that both areas are considered by most wonderful "neighborhood areas".  Additionally, much of the real estate values also seem to align with each other...so obviously buyers are looking in both areas.  The average single family home in both areas tends to fall somewhere in the $750,000 to $1.3 million price point. For many, the decision... Continue Reading >

How Much Does an Ocean View Home Cost in Santa Barbara CA?

There are many different reasons why we all choose to live here in Santa Barbara.  Each and everyone one of them add up to a great quality of life.  Among  the most obvious are the medium sized town, the culture and arts, the restaurants, the weather, all the outdoor pursuits...you name.  There are many wonderful realities of a life here on The American Riviera. Although the beach and the ocean are never more than a few minutes away for all of us, some of us are blessed with having homes with wonderful ocean... Continue Reading >

What is the Pulse of Real Esate Here on The Mesa in Santa Barbara?

How is the real estate market in The Mesa Neighborhood here in Santa Barbara CA? Here is a good overall update for The Mesa Neighborhood here in the last 12 months. Current Inventory As of today there are a total of 18 Active Listings for Sale on The Mesa ranging from $499,000 to $3.95 million.  Of these 18 listings, 3 are condos and 15 are single family homes. As of today there are a total of 6 Pending Sales ranging from $720,000 to $1.2 million.  Of these 6 listings, all are single family homes. In the last 12 months there have been... Continue Reading >

New Mesa Rental Available in Santa Barbara!! January 2011, $4,000 per Month

Harbor Hills area single-level home on the top of the Mesa.  Spectacular views of the ocean, coastline, mountains & city from this newly remodeled 3/2 + sun room home!  Features kitchen with Viking appliances, wood floors throughout, new mechanical, roof & landscape. Open floor plan & easy indoor, outdoor living.  Santa Barbara  living at its best!  Washington school district! Available: Jan 2011 for long term lease. Asking: $4,000 per month View: Map of Property Continue Reading >

A Recent History of the Median Sales Price for Santa Barbara Real Estate – West of State

Here is a quick glance over the last 30 years of the median sales price for single family homes for Santa Barbara Real Estate - West of State. Further Reading: Median Sales Price Montecito CA - Last 30 Years Median Sales Price East of State - Last 30 Years The Mesa Neighborhood Hope Ranch CA Real Estate Home Sales Statistics - 2009 Montecito CA Real Estate Home Sales Statistics - 2009 Santa Barbara Market Statistics Santa Barbara Photo Tour Buyer's Resources for the Santa Barbara area Seller's Resources for the Santa Barbara area For information on Real Estate here... Continue Reading >

Recent Client Testimonial for a Home on The Mesa here in Santa Barbara CA.

I just received a very nice recent testimonial here from a client that just purchased a home here on The Mesa in Santa Barbara. "We recently had the pleasure of working with Kevin Schmidtchen to purchase our home in Santa Barbara. Kevin is extremely knowledgeable, helpful, professional and fun to work with through every step of the home buying process. His service standards, personalized communication style, attention to detail and follow up, are outstanding and exceeded our expectations on every level. His in depth knowledge of the area, market, history, and... Continue Reading >