Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara has a diversity of residential areas. The Upper East Side is the older, elegant section of Santa Barbara. Many large homes in this area date back to the turn of the century. Homes are generally well kept, and this is a wonderful in-town location.

The Riviera, named after its European namesake, with its charming narrow winding streets, boasts custom homes with views of the city, harbor, ocean and islands beyond. This area gets the most amount of sunlight - from early morning to late evening.

The Mesa is located on the bluffs just beyond the harbor and extends from the ocean up to the top of the hill. There are both tract and custom homes, many with ocean and/or city views.

San Roque is a charming area with smaller, individual homes in a quiet, yet convenient in-town location. Architectural styles range from small California cottages to classic Tudors and Spanish haciendas.

On the Lower East Side are smaller, older homes in a more economical price range, many with charm.
The West Side, over the hill from the Mesa toward Highway 101, is a popular area for first-time buyers. This area continues to see appreciation, and there is a pride of ownership that is apparent in many areas.