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Santa Barbara Neighborhoods

Rancho San Antonio

An upscale foothill enclave with room to spread out

West of San Roque and off Foothill Road, Rancho San Antonio sits in the foothills with views stretching toward the Pacific, the Goleta Valley, and the Santa Ynez Mountains — a quiet, park-like setting that feels more private than its location close to town would suggest.

Lifestyle

Country-like and low-key, with larger parcels and quiet roads that attract buyers looking for genuine space without leaving the South Coast entirely.

Architecture & homes

A mix of ranch homes and custom residences, some with equestrian facilities or guest accommodations — the generous lot sizes here support uses that simply aren’t possible on smaller in-town parcels.

Schools

Santa Barbara and Goleta area schools serve the neighborhood, depending on the specific address. See the full School Guide →

Amenities

San Antonio Canyon Park and nearby foothill trails are the main draw, with Highway 154 and Upper State Street both a short drive away.
For sellers
Equestrian setups and guest accommodations are real value here, but they need to be marketed to the specific buyer who wants them — a generic listing approach undersells what makes these properties different from a standard single-family home.
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Karina Matic is affiliated with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, an independently owned and operated broker member of BHH Affiliates, LLC. Brokerage License #01317331 · 3868 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105. Equal Housing Opportunity. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.