East San Roque Houses for Sale

East San Roque in Santa Barbara is a neighborhood characterized by its steep streets and irregular grid layout, with many roads extending from the central Argonne Circle. The area features a mix of midcentury to late 20th-century condos with Spanish-style details, offering wooden decks with views of the Santa Ynez Mountains. Single-family homes vary from ranch-style and modern traditional properties to early 20th-century Tudor-style and Spanish Colonial cottages. The neighborhood is shaded by live oak and pine trees, with well-manicured yards featuring rose bushes and birds of paradise plants. East San Roque is home to highly rated schools, including Peabody Charter and Santa Barbara Senior High, known for its strong Theatre Department. Local attractions include the 25-acre Stevens Park, which offers playgrounds, grassy areas, and hiking trails, and MacKenzie Park, which features athletic fields and a dog park. The Santa Barbara Golf Club, located nearby, provides an 18-hole course and a Ladies Learn and Play Golf Academy. Residents have access to major grocers like Gelson’s and Trader Joe’s, as well as local eateries and shops along State Street and De La Vina. The neighborhood is also close to cultural events such as the I Madonnari Italian Street Painting Festival at Old Mission Santa Barbara and the Santa Barbara International Orchid Show at Earl Warren Showgrounds. While the area is safer than the national average, it is at risk of wildfire damage and mudslides, with local programs offering tips for property protection.