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An equestrian community in the seaside hills of Santa Barbara
With a gorgeous hillside location on the Pacific coast, the Hope Ranch community in Santa Barbara truly delivers when it comes to majestic seaside views and upscale living.
Rising with the sun each morning, Hope Ranch residents are likely to hear clopping horse hooves just as often as cars motoring through the neighborhood's narrow, winding roads on a bluff between the shore and the hills of the Santa Ynez Mountain range. With the sun shining almost all year round – an average of more than 300 days per year – folks in Hope Ranch enjoy strolling down to the community's private-access beach to surf, swim and sunbathe. "It's not as equestrian as it used to be, but it's a lot like Rolling Hills Estates in Los Angeles," says Steve Epstein, a local Keller Williams real estate agent who has lived in the Santa Barbara area since 1963. "It definitely still has a lot of horses though. And it's nice because you can drive right down to the sand and unload a kayak or paddleboard."
Costal homes fill the bluffs in Hope
Ranch.
Hope Ranch has many dreamy homes a/ong the bluff side.
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One of Santa Barbara's premier luxury neighborhoods
Hope Ranch is one of California's most expensive communities, with an average home value of $4 million. The neighborhood features a variety of architectural styles reminiscent of Spanish haciendas, Mediterranean villas and large ranch estates. Home prices range from $2.8 million for a relatively modest 2,300-square-foot rancher on a fenced 0.35-acre lot to $8.1 million for a French-inspired mansion spanning 5,400 square feet on a nearly 3-acre property with a private guest house, pool and converted barn.
Large estates are scattered throughout the Hope Ranch neighborhood.
Homes fill the coast in Hope Ranch.
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Golfing at La Cumbre Country Club and miles of horseback riding trails
In the late 1800s, ranchers allowed sheep to roam the area's oak and palm-studded hills and graze on its chaparral shrubs. More than a century later, as the area has developed into an upscale suburb, Hope Ranch now features nearly two dozen miles of crisscrossing horse trails. The Soleado Stables at Rancho Asoleado offer horse boarding with extensive security measures. Under a partnership with Ridgewood Farms, the ranch also provides equestrian training classes to teach children and adults horseback riding. Established in 1907, the La Cumbre Country Club in Hope Ranch has grown to include a striking 18-hole golf course, six tennis courts, a crystal-blue pool and indoor-outdoor dining spaces. The private club regularly hosts events that range from bridge tournaments to seasonal galas. The golf course is known for its skill-testing layout and gorgeous landscaping, carefully maintained and preserved to inspire golfers, painters and photographers. In addition to the country club, the neighborhood includes tennis courts maintained under HOA fees that residents pay to live in the neighborhood.
Play a game of golf at La Cumbre Country Club golf course in Hope Ranch.
La Cumbre Country Club is nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Hope Ranch neighborhood.
Horse riding is very common in Hope Ranch.
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A local elementary school district and top-ranked San Marcos High
Students in the community can attend grades K-6 at Vieja Valley Elementary School. As part of the Hope Elementary School District, Vieja Valley gets an A rating from Niche, which ranks it as the 5th best public elementary school in the Santa Barbara area. From there, students can advance to La Cumbre Junior High School and San Marcos High School in the Santa Barbara Unified School District. Niche gives the secondary schools a B-plus and A rating, respectively. It also ranks San Marcos as the No. 1 "standout" high school in the Santa Barbara area. High school students can apply to special academy programs for specific subjects and disciplines, including culinary arts, construction technology, sports medicine, theater and multimedia arts and design. Art Studio 4 Kids offers after-school classes and summer camps where children can learn about different art styles, techniques and materials. Workshops encourage creativity to grow alongside the children's skills as they experiment with various mediums and techniques, including clay, paper mâché, sewing and building with recycled materials.
Many students in Hope Ranch attend the nearby La Colina Junior High School.
Vieja Valley Elementary School is part of the Hope Elementary School District in Hope Ranch.
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Shopping at La Cumbre Plaza and nearby Goleta
While Hope Ranch is almost exclusively residentially, residents are close to tons of places to shop and dine. "It's really convenient in a central location," Epstein says. "A lot of folks will take the highway to Goleta to go shopping at Costco or to the airport." In addition to national retailers and supermarkets in shopping centers along the highway, the sprawling La Cumbre Plaza shopping center across from the neighborhood features a Macy's department store, fitness studios, hair salons and a variety of restaurants, such as the health-conscious Backyard Bowls and beachy tropical eateries like the Islands Restaurant and the Lure Fish House.
La Cumbre Plaza is a great place to shop with old friends in Hope Ranch
La Cumbre Plaza in Hope Ranch offers a variety of retail and restaurants.
Williams Sonoma in Hope Ranch has all your kitchen essentials.
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Access to the airport and downtown via Highway 101
With Highway 101 coursing past the neighborhood, residents can commute downtown or to the Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital campus within a few minutes. West of the community, folks can jet out from the Santa Barbara Airport for vacations and business trips. Prospective homebuyers won't have to worry too much about noise pollution from the highway, as the neighborhood is situated away from it. Residents here also have the option to take public transit to commute or visit downtown, as Santa Barba MTD buses reach the neighborhood.
Hop on the 101 From Hope Ranch to get around the coast.
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Hope Ranch Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Hope Ranch, Santa Barbara sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Hope Ranch, Santa Barbara over the last 12 months is $6,300,973, up 40% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
In one of Hope Ranch's most coveted enclaves, peacefully set on 2.85 park-like acres, this timeless home features 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, w/ separate guest wing, and guest house. Blending classic Santa Barbara charm w/ relaxed ranch-style living, it's been lovingly cared for by the same family for nearly 50 yrs. This classic home built in 1940 offers formal living + dining rooms, den w/ bar,
Elisabeth HalstedBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
This 5-bed | 5 1/2-bath modern estate offers unparalleled vistas of the ocean, islands & mountains, making it one of the most coveted properties in Hope Ranch. Positioned on 3.35 gated & private acres, it showcases panoramic views of the Channel Islands, dramatic sunsets over Campus Point & majestic Santa Ynez Mountains. Designed by Top 100 architect, Barry Berkus, this home features high-end
Poised above the Pacific, this European country manor unfolds with a quiet sense of romance and old world grace, where ocean and island views stretch endlessly beyond beautifully tended grounds. Approaching through a gated entrance and graceful drive, the home reveals itself gradually, its classic architecture and refined lines recalling the charm of a countryside estate brought to the California
Cristal ClarkeBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
This elegantly and fully remodeled contemporary estate is a masterclass in modern design. Sweeping mountain views, incredible natural light, and striking volume conjure the sense of a zen retreat. Set on 2.39 acres, this home seamlessly blends modern luxury with indoor-outdoor living. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame breathtaking views, while expansive terraces, a newly rebuilt pool, and a rooftop
Overlooking one of the most dramatic vistas in Hope Ranch, this private Mediterranean-style retreat commands extraordinary panoramic views spanning from the mountains to the ocean and beyond. Rarely does a vantage point so magnificently capture the grandeur of Santa Barbara's natural beauty, particularly from a single-level main residence. Showcasing remarkable quality and designed for a life
Set on an extraordinary and fully usable 1.52-acre parcel, 700 Via Hierba is a single-level residence featuring four bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths, or 4 bedrooms, 6 baths plus cabana with preliminarily approved renovation plans. The home is thoughtfully designed for effortless indoor-outdoor living, with expansive near floor-to-ceiling windows in the living and dining rooms that frame
Welcome to Hope Ranch, anClassic Spanish estate in coveted Hope Ranch on 1.07 acres of lush, private grounds. Nearly 4,000 sq ft with vaulted beam ceilings, arched openings, and sunlit living spaces. Features include 5BD/4.5BA, formal living and dining rooms, spacious kitchen with breakfast nook, and a poolside family room perfect for entertaining. The home is in good condition and offers a solid
Welcome to 3978 Laguna Blanca Drive, a remarkable Hope Ranch estate set on approximately 1.23 acres of private, landscaped grounds for the first time on the market in 50 years! Offering approximately 8,735 square feet of living space, this expansive residence features twelve bedrooms and twelve bathrooms with a flexible floor plan ideal for grand-scale living, entertaining, or multi-generational
Set on 1.27 acres in prestigious Hope Ranch, this spacious single-level home offers over 4,100 sq ft of light-filled living with soaring beam ceilings, walls of glass, and golf course views. The 5BD/5BA layout includes a great room, family room, galley kitchen, and separate guest quarters—perfect for entertaining or multi-generational living. Surrounded by lush landscaping, patios, and mature
This exceptional single-level residence offers 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, plus an office and family room, and was thoughtfully remodeled by the current owners in 2016. Ideally located directly across from the 18th Fairway of La Cumbre Country Club, the fully fenced and gated one-acre property provides privacy, generous parking, expansive entertaining decks and patios, multiple terraces, and
An ocean view estate where timeless elegance meets the beauty of California's coast. Poised on 2.46 acres in one of Hope Ranch's most prestigious locations, this Modern Hamptons Style residence blends classic sophistication with contemporary design. Originally designed by renowned architect, Barry Berkus, the estate has been extensively renovated and thoughtfully modernized. The exterior façade
Carmen GalzeranoBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Perched above the coastline on 2.3 ocean-view acres in Hope Ranch, 4160 La Ladera Road is an architectural sanctuary where stone, light, and ocean views shape every moment. Thoughtfully composed, the estate blends contemporary Mediterranean lines with resort-style amenities to create a home that feels both sculptural and deeply livable. The entry is dramatic and processional. A double-height
Private and serene vintage Spanish home in Hope Ranch with breathtaking lake, Country Club, and mountain views. This single-level 2BD/2BA blends timeless charm with modern updates, featuring vaulted wood-beam ceilings, an elegant kitchen with high-end appliances, and stylishly remodeled baths. The covered porch and patio are perfect for entertaining or relaxing while enjoying the view. Lush
Available starting March, furnished or unfurnished. Hope Ranch estate built in 2000 & situated on 1 picturesque acre. Enjoy sparkling ocean & dramatic Channel Island views from nearly every room. The well-thought-out, 4,440 Sq.Ft. floor plan offers tall ceilings, French doors, a spacious living room, formal dining, & a modernized kitchen with an island that looks out to the media room & pool. The
Marsha Kotlyar Estate GroupBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
This charming 1940s ranch home in Hope Ranch is available fully furnished starting May. Perched on a knoll with mature oaks on 1.5 acres, it offers mountain views and private beach access. The classic one-story layout includes 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, with flexible living areas that open to the outdoors. Perfect for hosting guests or family, with tasteful furnishings for comfort and style. A
Elisabeth HalstedBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Enjoy an extended stay in one of Santa Barbara's most coveted gated communities. This elevated family ranch house features ocean views, outdoor dining, & stylish renovations. With four bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, a vast kitchen & living spaces, this Hope Ranch House is the perfect choice for anyone looking to settle in. Hope Ranch's tennis courts, walking trails and private beach guarantee your
Danielle DarinBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
In one of Hope Ranch's most coveted enclaves, peacefully set on 2.85 park-like acres, this timeless home features 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, w/ separate guest wing, and guest house. Blending classic Santa Barbara charm w/ relaxed ranch-style living, it's been lovingly cared for by the same family for nearly 50 yrs. This classic home built in 1940 offers formal living + dining rooms, den w/ bar,
Elisabeth HalstedBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Welcome to an unparalleled sanctuary nestled atop the hills of the prestigious Hope Ranch enclave. This premier gated estate, constructed in 2012, offers a sublime fusion of sophisticated elegance and serene natural beauty. Spanning 4.8 acres of meticulously curated gardens, this luxurious property delivers sweeping ocean, island, and mountain views from virtually every corner. The main residence
Mary WhitneyBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
** Available April 1st, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026 ** $11,500.00/mo main house only OR with guest house additional $1,800/mo ** Sunny, single-level approximately 3500 sq. ft. home includes a three bedroom, three bath main house with an office, and separate guest house 1BR/1BA. Property is gated & fenced, with spacious gardens, putting green, and orchard. The homes features include wood floors,
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