Santa Barbara, California

Between the peaceful waves and views of the Pacific Ocean and the rugged expanse of the Santa Ynez Mountains is Santa Barbara. Surrounded by all the natural beauty Southern California has to offer and with all the urban amenities of a well built city, life doesn´t get a lot better than finding a home in Santa Barbara. From beachside vacation homes to family homes on huge lots, you can find the home of your dreams in Santa Barbara. The economy here has always been steady and strong, making it an excellent place to raise a family. The city is constantly growing, so there are always excellent real estate opportunities available. It´s no wonder Santa Barbara is known as the American Riviera.

Education

Presided over by the Santa Barbara and Hope District, Santa Barbara schools have set visionary goals that they aspire to live up to. Santa Barbara schools seek to equip their students with a distinctive education in a safe and nurturing setting. Santa Barbara and Hope District believes in joining with family to collaborate in the development of ethics and necessary skills. The hope of Santa Barbara schools is to develop progressive members of society who are valuable to a global community. Invest in a first-rate education by looking into Santa Barbara real estate for sale.

Attractions

It´s easy to see where some of the architecture of the city gets its start. The Franciscan Spanish architecture has its beginnings in the Santa Barbara Mission, which in turn is where the city of Santa Barbara began. Part of the mission system that made California what it is today, the Santa Barbara Mission is a part of the proud history of the city. Whether you come to appreciate the beauty of the buildings or you come to learn more about the mission´s role in California´s history, the Santa Barbara Mission is not to be missed. Even if you just come to enjoy the peace of the mission, located on Laguna Street, amid the hustle and bustle of the city, it is well worth the visit.