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Villa Santa Barbara

227 E Anapamu St, Santa Barbara, CA

Independent LivingAssisted LivingMemory Care

4.8113 reviewsRead reviews

About the community

About Villa Santa Barbara

Nestled in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, just a few miles away from warm, sandy beaches and the majestic Santa Ynez mountains, is Villa Santa Barbara — a multi-story community offering independent and assisted living services. Here, residents are encouraged to continue living their vibrant and active lifestyle, while knowing that friendly assistance is always nearby. Spend your days perusing through our…

Published floor plans

Studio

Assisted Living · 0 bedroom

Published starting price

$3,360/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 2, 2026
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1 Bedroom

Assisted Living · 1 bedroom

Published starting price

$6,200/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 2, 2026
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Studio

Independent Living · 0 bedroom

Published starting price

$3,360/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 2, 2026
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1 Bedroom

Independent Living · 1 bedroom

Published starting price

$6,200/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 2, 2026
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Tracked published prices

Price history by floor plan

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Studio$3,360 observed · tracking future changes
$3,360Aug 2, 2026

One source-published starting price observed so far. No price change has been observed yet.

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Recent changes

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  1. August 28, 2026 at 7:29 PM PDT

    1 change detected in this data refresh

    Published price expired

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Family and resident feedback

4.8 out of 5 from 113 reviews

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★★★★★

Positive

Our family's experience

I tell everyone how fabulous it is. My mom is thriving there. I think the thing that surprised us the most was the community and the camaraderie of the staff and the residents there. The staff are very attentive and always call her by name. She lacks for nothing and they're always ready to assist in anyway. She/we really like the food. The menu is diverse enough and tastes good. Considering its location, I typically can find a parking space in the visitor parking. It's only when there's major work being done. The p

Teresa GJuly 22, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Incredible vibe :-)

The staff is always personable and professional, the food from breakfast lunch and dinner is typically always great a wide variety of delicious menus. We love their activities and the residence make it all that much better on top of the incredible staff!! My dad is happy, most importantly, and that’s what matters.

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Activities
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Staff
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Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
Happy BApril 13, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

The physical place is lovely, clean, and inviting. The staff seemed friendly. The residents appeared happy and well cared for.

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LeeMarch 15, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Villa Santa Barbara

Villa Santa Barbara made my sister's last days happy. I will always be grateful to them. They treated her with great kindness, always genuinely caring and willing to go the extra mile. And it's beautiful there too, with a lovely garden and even a gorgeous rooftop area to sit and see the city. I could not recommend them more highly! They are the very best place in town!

Kate LedbetterMarch 12, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

[name removed]

[name removed] is fabulous! She makes my mom comfortable and happy and at ease. She is always smiling and eager to help resident and families.

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Meals & Dining
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Koren BDecember 27, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

No Problem

The help are polite and efficient. My room is kept clean , as are the sheets and bed clothes. The food has been good and nutritious. I have not joined any of the activities ast am happy as a loner. The occupant have been friendly and pleasant.

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AnonymousDecember 27, 2025

Verified overview

What we know from public sources

Care options
Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Public price status
Published starting price available
Last source check
August 21, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • Meals Provided
  • Guest Meals
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Professional Chef
  • Room Service
  • Pureed Meals
  • Private Dining Room
  • Café or Bistro
  • Low / No Sodium
  • International Cuisine
  • Vegetarian

Health & wellness

  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Medication Management
  • Incontinence Care

Services & convenience

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Transportation at Cost
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Covered Parking
  • Weight Limit (lbs)
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Cats Allowed
  • Beautician
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning

Activities & engagement

  • Live Well Programs
  • Resident Band or Musicians
  • Activities On-site
  • Activities Off-site
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Happy Hour
  • Dances
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Wine Tasting
  • Holiday Parties
  • Bridge Club
  • Walking Club
  • Wii Bowling
  • Book Club
  • Karaoke
  • Bible Study Group
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Art Classes
  • Choir / Singing Club
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Gardening Club
  • Men's Club
  • Trivia Games
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Cards / Pinochle Club
  • Birthday Parties
  • Forever Fit
  • Community Service Programs
  • Stretching Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics

Outdoor spaces

  • Outside Patio
  • Library
  • Central Fireplace
  • Private Bath
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • TV Lounge
  • Main Street Shops
  • Meeting Room
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Beauty Salon
  • Piano or Organ
  • Billiards Lounge
  • Game Room
  • Fitness Center
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Arts and Crafts Center

Apartment & room features

  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Garden View
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Private patio, deck, or balcony
  • Bath Tubs
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Kitchenette
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Air Conditioned

Official oversight

Inspection and quality records

Inspection coverage has not yet been completed for this community. “Not covered” is not the same as “no violations found.”

Coverage last checked August 21, 2026.

Questions to confirm with the community

Additional care fees
Not publicly disclosed
Move-in fee
Not publicly disclosed
Exact unit availability
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