The downtown area's residential districts have been in a renaissance mode, where new high end condominiums have been popular for those wanting ease of maintenance, plush interiors and short distance to the restaurants, shopping and performing arts. The downtown commercial area's main street: State St., is the city's' pride and joy. Many national and local retailers, restaurants and movie theaters occupy 9 blocks of this charming district. The City's spanish architecture is seen throughout as well as tiled sidewalks, and palm trees. Performing arts are abundant at the famed Lobero and Arlington Theaters, both of which typify Santa Barbara love of architecture and performing arts. PRIMARY PURCHASE PRICE: Condos: $600,000 to $2.5 million Houses: $800,000 to $1.5 million