Ralston & Hitchcock 2016 Property Updates!

Charming Family Home w/ 1bd Guest House!

4bd/4ba country home with in-laws apartment on a gated & fenced .46 acre

236 Toro Canyon Road | Carpinteria, CA

Offered at $2,195,000

MLS# 15-1375

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Build Your Dream Home in Hope Ranch!

2.35 acre ocean-view parcel in exclusive Hope Ranch neighborhood

Via Esperanza | Hope Ranch, Santa Barbara

Offered at $2,000,000

MLS# 15-3777

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Award-Winning Luxury Condo in the Heart of Downtown!

1bd/2ba + loft 1 mile from the beach & walking distance to local restaurants, shops & nightlife

121 W. De La Guerra #7 | Santa Barbara, CA

Offered at $1,450,000

MLS# 15-905

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Available - Not in MLS!

3bd/3ba beachfront condo with panoramic ocean views, 2 blocks to downtown Ventura

Address & Price Available Upon Request

Ventura, CA

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Available - Not in MLS!

Beach bungalow with separate 1bd/1ba apartment, 2 blocks to the beach

Address Available Upon Request

Carpinteria, CA

Offered at $3,000,000

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Exclusive - Oceanfront Land on Oregon Coast!

4.52 acre building site along the Pacific Coast in scenic Oregon

Florence, OR

Offered at $1,990,000

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Exclusive - Riverfront Oregon Vineyard & Event Center!

27+ acre property features a 19 acre vineyard, large event center, & tasting room

Myrtle Creek, OR

Offered at $1,900,000

Short Term Vacation Rentals: What You Need to Know

Short term vacation rentals (lasting less than 30 days) are becoming more common throughout the Central Coast, along with home sharing (renting out a room or part of a unit while the primary resident is present). However, different areas have their own ordinances and regulations regarding renting out your home. Thinking of leasing your home temporarily? Check out these guidelines and requirements based on your location, provided by the Santa Barbara Association of Realtors.

Santa Barbara - Short term vacation rentals are prohibited in Santa Barbara, with certain exceptions that require you to get a business license. At the moment, the city is not issuing business licenses nor collecting Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT). A Home Sharing Rental Ordinance is currently in the works.

Goleta - The city of Goleta requires several steps to be taken aside from obtaining a short term vacation rental permit. Goleta's ordinance takes into account the property owner, the vacationer, and the neighbors. In addition to a permit, Goleta requires a Nuisance Response Plan, a Transient Occupancy Tax Application for Certificate Registration, a Surety bond, a Declaration of Notification, and a General Business License Application.

Carpinteria - Carpinteria allows short term vacation rentals, but only in PRD zones (beach and downtown areas). The city also requires a business license and TOT.

Santa Barbara County - For unincorporated areas, there are no existing rules regarding short term vacation rentals, although this will likely change. A new ordinance addressing these rentals is expected to go into place next year. Currently, to have a short term vacation rental you are required to have a business license.

Price Reduced! 236 Toro Canyon, Carpinteria CA

Price Reduced! Refined 4BD country home w/ 1BD guest house on a gated & fenced .46 acre where Montecito meets Carpinteria. Features soaring vaulted ceilings & impressive exposed beams, 6 skylights, 2 fireplaces in living room & family room, formal dining room, entertaining decks, hot tub, steam shower, a bounty of fruit trees, multiple water features, rock walls and 3+ car garage.

Newly offered at $2,195,000!

Just Sold! 5415 8th St, Carpinteria CA

Very proud to announce we closed 3 transactions in 1 day! This 3BD/1BA cottage has been beautifully remodeled to feature hardwood floors, a fireplace, all new windows, sliders, and doors, a new kitchen and bath, and newly finished stucco exterior. Located mere blocks from Carpinteria's shops, restaurants and beaches.

Sold for $895,000

Sold! 4816 Sawyer Ave, Carpinteria CA

We are excited to announce the sale of this spacious 3BD/2BA town home, located in the heart of downtown Carpinteria. This Barry-Berkus designed home features elevated ceilings, a ground floor master, 2 private patios, a 2-car garage, a community pool, and is only steps away from Carpinteria's pristine beaches. Sold for $640,000

Just Sold! 4834 Sawyer Avenue, Carpinteria CA

We are happy to have represented another wonderful client in the purchase of their ideal home! This charming townhome in beachside Carpinteria features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a ground floor master, large loft, fantastic vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace, 2-car garage and private pool. Conveniently located in the heart of downtown and less than a mile to the beach.

Sold for $580,000

New Listing! 4311 Carpinteria Avenue, Carpinteria CA

4311 Carpinteria Avenue, Carpinteria CA 93013

Just listed! Lowest priced SFR on the market! Flexible mixed use CPDR zoned single family home w/detached 2-car garage only a short distance to bustling business district, beaches and estuary. Sold “As-Is”.

Offered at $499,000

MLS #15-2368

560 CONCHA LOMA, CARPINTERIA - JUST SOLD!

We are excited to announce the sale of this gorgeous ocean-view Spanish hacienda only 2 blocks from “The World’s Safest Beach!” Boasting a cozy interior featuring wood beam ceilings, white washed walls, and a large fireplace, this lovely home creates the ultimate indoor/outdoor living space with seemingly endless walls of sliding glass doors. Outdoor features include an ocean-view deck great for entertaining, a spa with waterfall feature, a built-in BBQ and a trellised patio for dining al-fresco. This .41 acre lot also features 2 separate garages for up to 5 cars, and is only 3 miles to famous Rincon Surfing and a stone’s throw to shopping and restaurants!

Sold for $1,675,000

#CarpinteriaCA Broker's Open Today! 10am-1pm

4816 Sawyer Ave Carpinteria, CA | Offered at $655,000

Come join us for the Broker's Open Wednesday (today) from 10am-1pm

Open Houses will be held this weekend, Saturday (06/13/15) from 12-2pm & Sunday (06/14/15) 1-4pm!

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Excellent quiet location for this spacious 3 bedroom 2 bathroom Barry Berkus designed Town Home. Features soaring ceilings, fireplace, ground floor master bedroom, 2 private patios, attached 2 car garage and community pool.  Located in the heart of downtown near pristine beaches, wildlife estuary, dining and shopping. Only 5 minutes to Rincon surfing, 10 minutes to Santa Barbara, 40 minutes to wine country and 90 minutes to downtown Los Angeles.

Just Listed! Ocean View Beach Condo!

4700 Sandyland Road #59, Carpinteria CA

Calling all beach lovers! Rare opportunity to own a turn-key vacation rental at the beach with great ocean views! 2BD/1.5BA upstairs end unit is fully furnished, sleeps 6 and features remodeled kitchen and bathrooms, wood floors, view balcony and in-unit laundry. Resort-style amenities include 2 pools, hot tub, club house, gated parking and on-site rental-management staff. Adjacent to pristine beaches, wildlife estuary, dining and shopping. Only 5 min. to Rincon surfing, 10 min. to Santa Barbara, 40 min. to wine country and 90 min. to downtown Los Angeles.

Offered At $949,000

 MLS# 15-1600

236 Toro Canyon Carpinteria CA

236 Toro Canyon Rd, Carpinteria CA 93013

Refined 4BD country home w/1BD guest house on a gated & fenced .46 acre where Montecito meets Carpinteria. Features soaring vaulted ceilings & impressive exposed beams, 6 skylights, 2 fireplaces in living room & family room, formal dining room, entertaining decks, hot tub, steam shower, a bounty of fruit trees, multiple water features, rock walls and 3+ car garage

Offered At: $2,395,000

   

Sale Pending! 4917 El Carro Ln Carpinteria CA

4917 El Carro Lane, Carpinteria CA 93013

Stunning newer single level home close to downtown and the beach in Carpinteria!  Gourmet kitchen features custom center island. sit at bar, Maple cabinetry, Granite counters and top-of-the-line KitchenAid appliances.  The flow continues into the great room living and dining area with soaring ceilings, gas fireplace, built-in speakers and lots of natural light.  Master bedroom features a gas fireplace and sumptuous en-suite bathroom with soaking tub, dual vanity and walk-in closet.  Enjoy the perfect backyard with a patio for entertaining and lush landscaping.

Offered at: $1,099,000

 MLS#15-1238