Alta Mesa Community - Santa Barbara, CA
Alta Mesa Santa Barbara Homes For Sale
The Alta Mesa neighborhood is located in the beach community of Santa Barbara, California. Situated on the ocean side of the 101 freeway is a large community that is situated next the large Elings Park which features miles of open space and mature landscaping. Some of the best view properties in Santa Barbara can be found here which includes views of the Pacific Ocean, Channel Islands and Santa Barbara coastline. Below are the current Alta Mesa homes for sale and for lease in Santa Barbara. Please contact us at 888-990-7111 with any questions regarding this community and any of the homes listed here.
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Santa Barbara 1213 Harbor Hills Drive
A rare offering on Santa Barbara's coveted Mesa, Casa Del Mar is an exceptional Spanish-Mediterranean estate completed in 2022, offering 6,100± sq. ft. on approximately 1.44± acres encompassing two legal APNs. Sweeping ocean, island & mountain views, abundant natural light and exceptional craftsmanship define the home. Features include a spectacular ocean-view primary suite, spacious ensuite bedrooms, elegant entertaining spaces, designer-style elevator and 3-car garage with direct interior access. Beautifully landscaped grounds feature a pool, spa and expansive terraces for effortless indoor-outdoor living. Moments from Shoreline Park, Leadbetter Beach, the Harbor & downtown Santa Barbara.$12,500,000
Santa Barbara 1402 Mountain View Road
Welcome to your own slice of paradise in the heart of Santa Barbara's Mesa neighborhood. This stunning Spanish-style home is perched atop a special hill, offering unparalleled views of the mountains, the iconic red tile roofs of the city, the sparkling coastline, and the majestic Channel Islands. As you enter this private cul-de-sac, you'll immediately feel a sense of tranquility and exclusivity. With only seven custom-built homes in the neighborhood, you'll enjoy a sense of privacy and seclusion that is truly rare in this bustling coastal city. Step inside this meticulously designed home and you'll be greeted by an abundance of natural light and breathtaking views from practically every room. The open floor plan seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living.$4,250,000
Santa Barbara 2457 Calle Almonte
There are properties with views, and then there are properties where the view defines the entire living experience. Occupying a crown-jewel location on the Mesa, this single-level home commands breathtaking, unobstructed 270-degree views spanning the Pacific Ocean and Channel Islands, Douglas Family Preserve, Arroyo Burro Canyon, Eling's Park, and up the coastline towards Campus Point and beyond. Its prized southwest orientation places spectacular sunsets directly in view, creating an ever-changing panorama of ocean, coastline, open space, and sky. The single-level residence is largely original and offers a blank canvas ready for a complete transformation. Fresh interior paint and new carpeting provide a clean starting point, while the property's true potential lies in reimagining the home around its irreplaceable setting. Opportunities exist to expand the existing footprint or explore adding a second story. Another valuable feature is the flat and usable backyard space, an ideal setting to enjoy Santa Barbara's year-round weather! The neighborhood further distinguishes itself with underground utilities, wide streets, sidewalks on both sides, ample guest parking, and a strong sense of pride of ownership. It is also a certified Firewise community, reflecting a neighborhood-wide commitment to wildfire preparedness. Ultimately, this is an opportunity defined by what cannot be recreated: the location, orientation, land, and extraordinary view. For the buyer with vision, 2457 Calle Almonte offers the chance to transform an exceptional piece of the Mesa into a truly spectacular forever home.$3,950,000
Santa Barbara 543 1/2 Arroyo Avenue
FULLY LEASED for 26/27 AY, with over 60k in capital improvements since July 2025. View Matterport 3D tour here: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=eRxPZ2jsDS2 Currently operating as premium student housing, Arroyo House serves students from SBCC, UCSB, and Westmont College. This exceptional property features 10 fully furnished rooms with 26 total beds, currently configured as (3) Doubles, (5) Triples, (1) Quad, and (1) Single. Each unit has been tastefully upgraded with high-end furniture and modern finishes, offering a comfortable and stylish living environment.... Outdoor amenities include new landscaping, a volleyball court, and ample private parking -- enhancing both tenant experience and long-term value. Additionally, the solar system is fully paid off, and a 400-amp commercial-grade electrical panel has been added. The property has seen approximately 60,000 in capital improvements since July 2025, including a brand-new sewage tank with high-capacity ejection pumps. This upgrade is expected to extend pump life from roughly 2 years to 8-10 years, eliminating what had historically been the property's most recurring maintenance burden. Whether you're looking for a cash-flowing asset or a unique student housing opportunity, Arroyo House checks all the boxes. This large single-family residence offers a high-occupancy dwelling ideal for use as a sober living home, recovery housing, transitional housing, supportive housing, group home, or other structured living environment, with flexibility for shared supportive residence, community-based housing, co-living property, shared housing, or room-by-room rental opportunities.$3,895,000
Santa Barbara 511 Miramonte Drive
This iconic Moody Sisters cottage, originally built in Montecito nearly 100 years ago, is now one of the flagship residences on the Mesa in an enclave that features many other significant vintage homes. Magical gardens and mature foliage surround the residence which is perfectly positioned to capture mountain views, ocean peeks and coastal breezes. The home is oozing with historic charm featuring quintessential Moody elements such as lofty beamed ceilings, vintage hardwood floors, a stately fireplace, intricate built-ins, cozy public spaces and two private bedroom suites. Additionally, the property offers a spacious 2-car garage and separate studio ideal for engaging in your favorite hobby. This special property provides an opportunity to own a true Santa Barbara treasure.$2,295,000
Santa Barbara 909 W Anapamu Street
Tucked at end of a quiet, no-through street in Alta Mesa, this rare Spanish Casita Compound feels like a private world of its own. The front home is a charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath Spanish residence, vintage in soul and tastefully updated so the original character remains. Cozy, traditional interiors glow with warm finishes, and picture-window seats that frame mountain views that make the rooms feel like a storybook sitting nook. Step outside to a private, enchanting patio, an evening retreat for Santa Barbara nights, a glass of wine, music, or a simple BBQ, with a complete sense of privacy that feels like you've left the modern world behind. A versatile basement with its own private entrance opens the imagination: wine cellar, music room, private office, gym, whatever you need, the space works. Behind the main house, two additional Spanish-flavored dwellings complete the compound: 911 A (1 bedroom, 1 bath) and 911 B (2 bedrooms, 1 bath). Each with its own private outdoor space as well as in-unit laundry room. Imagine living in the front house as a full-time Santa Barbara home or weekend getaway, while the back units generate income. Or keep the whole property as a family compound. On a generous lot with a rare, tucked-away setting, this is a must-see gem, an old-world casita escape that rarely comes available. Come see it. Some places you feel the moment you arrive.$2,150,000
Santa Barbara 767 Juanita
A rare blank slate in one of Santa Barbara's most sought-after coastal neighborhoods. This 3-bed, 2-bath home sits on a level lot with ocean and island views. The living room, dining area, and kitchen flow together, with bedrooms and baths down the hall and an attached 2-car garage. Largely original and a former rental in serviceable condition--a solid, honest starting point to renovate and add value where location simply can't be built. Minutes from Mesa beaches, the bluffs, local cafés, and well-regarded neighborhood schools, with downtown an easy drive away. Bring your vision.$2,120,000
Santa Barbara 505 Dolores Drive
Enjoy the best of Santa Barbara Mesa living at 505 Dolores Drive. This spacious single-level 4BD/3BA, 1,956 sq. ft. home has been owned by the same family for over 50 years and offers an exceptional combination of immediate livability and future potential. Highlights include an oversized primary suite, updated kitchen, dual-pane windows, 2-car garage, and a rare 0.28-acre lot with generous outdoor space and potential to capture an ocean view. Ideally located near Mesa shops, restaurants, parks, beaches, the harbor, downtown Santa Barbara, and Washington Elementary School. A rare opportunity to make a special Mesa property your own.$2,095,000
Santa Barbara 969 Miramonte Drive 5
Welcome to the best The Highlands have to offer! This highly sought after 2 bed 2 bath, 1120 sq. ft., move in ready condo is looking for its next owner. New luxury vinyl downstairs and new carpet upstairs. Freshly painted and a newer stove has been installed. Close to the community pool, hot tub, clubhouse and sauna. Enjoy the Mesa lifestyle for under 1 million. https://listing.upmarket.media/sites/qnnavoa/unbranded$920,000
Santa Barbara 977 Miramonte Drive Apt 1
Enjoy panoramic views overlooking Honda Valley Park from this 2bed/1.5bath end-unit condominium. Positioned in one of the most desirable locations within the Santa Barbara Highlands development, this sought-after Coronado model offers a combination of privacy, natural beauty, and a floor plan that feels more like a cottage than a condo. You are welcomed by soaring cathedral ceilings with exposed beams and an expansive great room that combines the living room, dining area, kitchen, and spacious south-facing balcony. Large sliding glass doors fill the home with natural light while framing incredible views of the canyon, mature trees, and a lush greenbelt beyond. With no neighbors behind you, the setting is peaceful and private. The home has been refreshed with new interior paint, new carpets and new bathroom vanities. The downstairs bathroom also has a new tub and new tile surround. The unit is clean and move-in ready while still offering an excellent opportunity to modernize and add value over time. In addition to the attached carport, there is a large storage cabinet for extra boxes, supplies, and suitcases. Nestled atop a quiet knoll between the Mesa and downtown Santa Barbara, the Santa Barbara Highlands is just minutes from beaches, shopping, and restaurants. Residents enjoy nearby access to the scenic hiking and walking trails of Honda Valley Park, along with community amenities including two swimming pools, a spa, sauna, clubhouse, and on-site management. HOA dues conveniently include water, trash, fire insurance, and common area maintenance. This is an ideal offering whether you're looking for a full-time residence, second home, or investment property.$895,000
Santa Barbara 986 Miramonte Drive Apt 4
Tucked into the desirable SB Highlands development, this two-story, 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom condo presents a clean slate ready for your personal touch. The main level offers a functional floor plan with open living and dining spaces that lead out to a private rear patio with views toward the mountains. Upstairs, both bedrooms feature high vaulted ceilings that draw in natural light and create an open, spacious atmosphere. HOA amenities include two swimming pools, a spa, sauna, on-site laundry, guest parking and a clubhouse. Conveniently located with quick access to Honda Valley Park trails, downtown Santa Barbara, local beaches, shopping, and dining.$800,000
Santa Barbara 856 Highland Drive Apt 4
Location and Style! Live atop the Mesa in a light-filled, creative space with soaring wood-beamed ceilings. This recently remodeled end-unit offers one bedroom, one bathroom, a stylish loft, and a balcony with peek-a-boo ocean views. The sunlit bedroom features a walk-in closet, while the bathroom boasts a spacious, walk-in, spa-like shower. The versatile loft is partially open to the living room below and includes an operating skylight, perfect for a home office, art studio, or cozy retreat. Quartz countertops, a subway tile backsplash, and stainless appliances give the kitchen a sleek, contemporary feel. The sun-drenched, expansive living room flows seamlessly onto the balcony overlooking the Honda Valley preserve, offering treetop and peek ocean views. A private, ... ...semi-enclosed carport beneath the unit provides ample storage. Enjoy privacy, peace, and tranquility in one of the best locations in the Highlands community set back from the main road and perched above the inviting trails of the Honda Valley preserve. Just minutes from downtown, the beach, and all the Mesa's favorite restaurants and shops, this home combines convenience with serenity. The complex amenities include two pools, a hot tub, sauna, and a clubhouse perfect for private gatherings.$789,000
Santa Barbara 633 Island View Drive
Beautiful fully furnished 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in the highly desirable Mesa neighborhood with ocean and mountain views. The home features an updated kitchen with new countertops, a spacious primary bedroom with ensuite bath, and a third bedroom that also works great as an office. The living room opens to the backyard, creating an easy indoor/outdoor feel. Enjoy the private, park-like backyard with a sunken hot tub, fire pit, outdoor dining area and beautiful Santa Barbara sunsets. Located just minutes from the beach, Lazy Acres, shopping, restaurants and downtown Santa Barbara. Available for a 31-day minimum stay or longer-term rental. Discounted pricing may be available for longer stays.$10,000
Santa Barbara 844 Meigs Road
Spacious 4 bedroom 3.5 bath Mediterranean style Mesa home with partial ocean view available now for 1 year lease. Updated kitchen and bathrooms, walk in closet, vaulted ceilings, 2 car garage, private yard with wraparound patio that leads to a bocce ball court. Located in the Washington Elementary School District, minutes to beaches, Shoreline Park, shopping and dining. Utilities are not included. Deposit $10,750. Please email Andy with questions or to schedule a time to view.$9,500
Santa Barbara 1711 La Coronilla Drive
Furnished Alta Mesa Furnished Rental - Located near downtown Santa Barbara and the Mesa, this remodeled 3BR + TV room, 2BA home features an open floor plan, walls of glass, and ocean peeks from the living and dining areas. Enjoy seamless indoor-outdoor living with a private fenced yard and patio. Just minutes from shops, dining, and the beach. No pets. Available June to Oct 2027 only. No long term rental available.$8,500
Santa Barbara 648 Surf View Drive
Beautifully Maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath Upper Mesa home offers ocean and island views and an exceptional location within the sought-after Washington School District. The light-filled home features spacious bedrooms with ocean views, a private primary suite, vaulted ceilings, vinyl flooring throughout, and thoughtfully updated kitchen and bathrooms. The beautifully landscaped backyard provides a trellis, lawn area, built-in barbecue, and a lovely setting to relax and enjoy the ocean views. Located on a quiet street with no through traffic, the home is just a short walk from Mesa shops, restaurants, and local amenities. Pets may be considered. Please note: The home is unfurnished. Photos have been virtually staged for marketing purposes. $7,995
Santa Barbara 969 Miramonte Drive Apt 5
Now for rent! This newly remodeled Highlands 2 bed and 2 bath condo. Come enjoy park like setting in this peaceful neighborhood. $4000/month. Tenant is responsible for electricity.$4,000
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