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Situated on the southwest border of Santa Barbara, Mesa is the flat bench of elevated land on the oceanfront. This is how it get its name Mesa, meaning table. The local papers have voted The Mesa as one of the best neighborhoods to live. Santa Barbara Mesa homes for sale can be found along the stretch that starts at Santa Barbara City College and extends to Arroyo Burro County Beach. With easy beach access in one of the most beautiful cities in California, this is a lovely place to call home.
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Santa Barbara Mesa homes for sale range in price from about $900,000 to over $4,000,000. The Mesa homes with oceanfront views tend to be on the higher price points. Some of the popular developments that brought an influx of people include Grandhurst, Fair Acres and the Pacific Estates. Architectural styles include English cottages, hillside homes and beach front properties. Santa Barbara Mesa real estate is highly desirable due to the great weather and pristine parks. In the summer the area is 10 degrees cooler and in the winter it’s 10 degrees warmer.
The topography of the area is mostly flat, so it is easy to get around on a bike. Downtown Santa Barbara is also conveniently located nearby. Resident enjoy great shopping and dining as well as outdoor recreation. Shoreline Park is considered one of Santa Barbara’s most exquisite parks and is walking distance to most Santa Barbara Mesa homes for sale. This 15-acre park is situated atop a bluff. Residents can enjoy an open lawn for relaxing, walking trails, picnic tables and children’s playgrounds. Another phenomenal place to enjoy the great outdoors is the Douglas Family Preserve. This is called the Wilcox property by the locals. It is a 70-acre recreation area within a gorgeous natural environment.
This neighborhood has a strong sense of community. Neighbors gather for many local social events throughout the year. Shoreline Park is home to a variety of festivals and events including the Harbor’s Parade of Lights and the Fourth of July light display. The Nite Moves weekly triathlon and the Santa Barbara International Marathon also run through the park. Other park venues include La Mesa Park, Escondido Park and Elings Park. The Art on the Mesa summer series features local artists and live music. It’s a great event for the whole family.
Santa Barbara Mesa real estate is a great investment for families looking to settle down roots and raise a family. There are three elementary schools within this area of the city. Students attend Monroe Elementary, McKinley Elementary and Washington Elementary School.
If you’re interested in learning more about Santa Barbara Mesa homes for sale, please contact area expert Tim Dahl at 805-886-2211 for a stress-free experience. Find your beautiful oceanfront home today!