El Escorial Villas Condos (Gated Community)
El Escorial Villas is a gated beach front condominium community in Santa Barbara. It is located across the street from the East Beach community and the Pacific Ocean. This gated community offers one to three bedroom luxury condos ranging from 475 sq ft to 1,664 sq ft of living space and resort-style amenities. Ocean views, close proximity to the wharf, State Street restaurants, and Montecito’s Coast Village Road make it a very desirable place to call home. It is also adjacent to the world-famous Santa Barbara Zoo, putting some of the city’s best attractions right at your doorstep.
Amenities:
- 24-hour guarded gate
- Swimming Pool and Sauna
- Gym
- Tennis Courts
- BBQ and picnic area
- Clubhouse
- Courtyard
- Lush landscaping
Home Value: $790K-$2M
Home Size (sq.ft): 475-1664
Year Built: 1991
Gated: YES
What’s to love about El Escorial Villas Gated Community
- 24-hour guarded gate for added security and peace of mind
- Ocean Views from select units and common areas
- Luxury Amenities including pool, sauna, gym, and tennis courts
- Resort Style Condominiums steps from East Beach
- Mediterranean Architecture that complements Santa Barbara’s iconic aesthetic
- Prime location near the Santa Barbara Zoo, Stearns Wharf, and Montecito’s Coast Village Road
What’s not to love about El Escorial Villas
El Escorial Villas Condominium Community is one of the most desirable gated communities in Santa Barbara, however it is not for everyone. Buyers should weigh the following considerations before making a decision:
- Homes are not very big
- Floor plans only feature 1-3 bedroom models
- Very expensive per square foot
- HOA fees can be significant, reflecting the cost of maintaining resort-style amenities and 24-hour security
- Limited availability — units do not come on the market often, which can make timing a purchase challenging
El Escorial Villas, Santa Barbara Gated Condo Community
Grocery Stores
- Montecito Country Mart
- VONS Pharmacy
- Blenders
- Starbucks
- Lazy Acres Natural Market
Shopping
- Coast Village Plaza
- Paseo Nuevo Shops & Restaurants
- State Street Promenade
Schools
- Cleveland Elementary School
- Santa Barbara Junior High School
- Santa Barbara High School
Restaurants
- Costa Kitchen and Bar
- Reunion Kitchen and Drink
- Bettina Pizza
- Breeosh Bakery Cafe Montecito
- Lucky’s Steakhouse
Financial
- Chase Bank
- Montecito Bank & Trust
- Bank of America
- Wells Fargo
If you are interested in buying or selling your condo in El Escorial Villas in Santa Barbara, please contact your Montecito and Santa Barbara Realtor Timm Delaney at 805-895-1109. With deep local expertise and a proven track record in Santa Barbara’s competitive gated community market, Timm is ready to guide you through every step of the process in 2026.
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