Current availability for assisted living facilities
Short on time? Read this month's vacancy summaryLooking for one community? See what each one chargesEvery licensed community here: what this list coversVacancy survey, November 2026
As of November 2026, 22 of 48 assisted living and memory care communities surveyed in Santa Barbara report an open bed , and starting monthly rates run $2,000 to $11,750 with a median of $7,250. Each figure is self reported by the community for this cycle.
Reporting an open bed right now
Availability moves weekly, so confirm the bed before you tour. Read the full vacancy and waitlist summary.
Showing 48 facilities(as of November 2026)
1 shared female room available All inclusive - no tier or point pricing; monthly rate includes incontinence care & products
3 studio apartments available
Private Room with Private Bath available
Vacancies in Assisted Living and Memory Care
No Vacancies, refers to sister property Purisma hills
1 private Male room starting at $3500 1 private room w/bath $2500
Experience a Bed & Breakfast lifestyle in the Upper East Side. Alexander Gardens is an all-inclusive retirement community located in beautiful Santa Barbara, California, just minutes from shops, restaurants, hospitals, and the historic Santa Barbara Mission. Our life enriching culture offers a variety of features to simplify one's life, including three chef-prepared meals daily, an on-site beauty salon, and fun daily activities.
estimated wait time: 1 bedroom is 7+ years 2 bedroom is 9+ years
1 studio apartment available
Private room available for male or female
Two private rooms available with private bathroom and access to outdoors
Mountain View room available. Direct access to bathroom and shower. Everything included except diapers.
Short waitlist, 3-9 months.
Respite is minimum of 30 days $450/day) 1 Shared and 3 Private rooms available
All private rooms, All FEMALE, close to Shoreline.
$7000 for shared $8500 for private
waiting list
1 Private room
private room
2 vacant rooms avialable $8000- $10,000
$9,320 is for studio and there is one available
Semi Private $8500. Private $10,000
All private rooms and private bathrooms
Waiting List
Accepting for waiting list
All private rooms and private bathrooms
1 Private room with Private Bath
Waiting List - 3+ years
All private rooms and private bathrooms
All private rooms and private bathrooms
private room $10,000.00 Shared room $7,500.00
Starting at $7,720 for a studio, and $9,250 for a 1 bedroom. Memory Care apartments start at $10,480. 1 bedroom available in fully independent living. Care level fees are based on the assessment. Please contact Lori Guttman if you know of anyone interested in this apartment. *Please note that Maravilla’s monthly fee rates will increase Nov. 1, 2026.
Currently at capacity for Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Personal Care (Memory Care) and accepting applications for our wait lists.
Waiting list / Does have opening for day program. $40-80/day
Every community in the November 2026 survey, with the starting monthly rate and community fee it reported, whether it has an opening, and what it says about respite stays and pets. Where a community left a field blank, we say so instead of guessing.
Above All Care, Llc in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $6,500. It has 6 beds. It reported an opening in the November 2026 survey. Respite stays are available for a family testing the move. Pets are allowed. The community last updated its listing on October 1, 2026.
Abundant Care in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $9,000. It has 6 beds. It reported no opening in the November 2026 survey, so ask about the waitlist. Ask whether a respite stay is possible. Pets are not allowed. The community last updated its listing on November 1, 2026.
Abundant Care II in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $10,000. It has 6 beds. It reported no opening in the November 2026 survey, so ask about the waitlist. Ask whether a respite stay is possible. Pets are not allowed. The community last updated its listing on November 1, 2026.
Abundant Care III in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $10,000. It has 6 beds. It reported no opening in the November 2026 survey, so ask about the waitlist. Ask whether a respite stay is possible. Pets are not allowed. The community last updated its listing on November 1, 2026.
Abundant Care IV in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $11,000. It has 6 beds. It reported an opening in the November 2026 survey. Ask whether a respite stay is possible. Pets are not allowed. The community last updated its listing on November 1, 2026.
Alexander Gardens in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $6,500. It has 36 beds. It reported an opening in the November 2026 survey. Respite stays are available for a family testing the move. Pets are allowed. The community last updated its listing on October 30, 2026.
Atterdag Village of Solvang in Solvang lists a starting monthly rate of $3,254 and a one-time community fee of $35,000 to $175,000. It has 168 beds. It reported no opening in the November 2026 survey, so ask about the waitlist. It does not offer a respite stay. Pets are allowed. The community last updated its listing on October 1, 2026.
Casa Beaumont in Goleta lists a starting monthly rate of $9,000. It has 6 beds. It reported no opening in the November 2026 survey, so ask about the waitlist. It does not offer a respite stay. Pets are allowed. The community last updated its listing on November 1, 2026.
Casa Cambria in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $7,500. It has 6 beds. It reported no opening in the November 2026 survey, so ask about the waitlist. Ask whether a respite stay is possible. Pets are not allowed. The community last updated its listing on October 1, 2026.
Casa Dorinda in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $6,653 and a one-time community fee of $294,800 to $1,803,400. It has 360 beds. It reported no opening in the November 2026 survey, so ask about the waitlist. It does not offer a respite stay. Pets are allowed. The community last updated its listing on October 1, 2026.
Casa Naomi - Patterson Avenue in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $8,500. It has 6 beds. It reported no opening in the November 2026 survey, so ask about the waitlist. Ask whether a respite stay is possible. Pets are not allowed. The community last updated its listing on September 1, 2026.
Casa Naomi-Cathedral Oaks Home in Goleta lists a starting monthly rate of $10,000. It has 6 beds. It reported no opening in the November 2026 survey, so ask about the waitlist. Respite stays are available for a family testing the move. Pets are not allowed. The community last updated its listing on September 1, 2026.
Casa Naomi-Fairview Home in Goleta lists a starting monthly rate of $10,000. It has 6 beds. It reported no opening in the November 2026 survey, so ask about the waitlist. Respite stays are available for a family testing the move. Pets are not allowed. The community last updated its listing on September 1, 2026.
Casa Salisbury in Goleta lists a starting monthly rate of $9,000. It has 6 beds. It reported no opening in the November 2026 survey, so ask about the waitlist. It does not offer a respite stay. Pets are allowed. The community last updated its listing on November 1, 2026.
Casa San Miguel in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $9,000. It has 6 beds. It reported no opening in the November 2026 survey, so ask about the waitlist. Ask whether a respite stay is possible. Pets are allowed. The community last updated its listing on October 1, 2026.
Casa Santecito in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $9,000. It has 6 beds. It reported no opening in the November 2026 survey, so ask about the waitlist. Ask whether a respite stay is possible. Pets are allowed. The community last updated its listing on October 1, 2026.
Casa St. James in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $7,500. It has 6 beds. It reported no opening in the November 2026 survey, so ask about the waitlist. Ask whether a respite stay is possible. Pets are not allowed. The community last updated its listing on November 1, 2026.
Cliff View Terrace in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $8,500. It has 72 beds. It reported an opening in the November 2026 survey. Respite stays are available for a family testing the move. Pets are not allowed. The community last updated its listing on October 1, 2026.
Comforts of Home Senior Care, Inc. in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $8,000. It has 6 beds. It reported an opening in the November 2026 survey. It does not offer a respite stay. Ask about pets before you visit. The community last updated its listing on November 1, 2026.
Country Garden's Home Care for the Elderly in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $6,000. It has 6 beds. It reported no opening in the November 2026 survey, so ask about the waitlist. Ask whether a respite stay is possible. Ask about pets before you visit. The community last updated its listing on October 1, 2026.
Covenant Living at the Samarkand in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $5,500. It has 379 beds. It reported no opening in the November 2026 survey, so ask about the waitlist. It does not offer a respite stay. Pets are allowed.
Divine Care for the Elderly in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $8,500. It has 6 beds. It reported an opening in the November 2026 survey. It does not offer a respite stay. Ask about pets before you visit. The community last updated its listing on October 1, 2026.
Edelweiss Home in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $8,000. It has 6 beds. It reported no opening in the November 2026 survey, so ask about the waitlist. It does not offer a respite stay. Pets are not allowed. The community last updated its listing on November 1, 2026.
Family Connect Memory Care Solvang in Solvang lists a starting monthly rate of $11,750. It has 6 beds. It reported no opening in the November 2026 survey, so ask about the waitlist. Respite stays are available for a family testing the move. Pets are allowed. The community last updated its listing on October 30, 2026.
Family Connect Memory Care Sycamore Ranch in Buellton lists a starting monthly rate of $11,750 and a one-time community fee of $0. It has 6 beds. It reported an opening in the November 2026 survey. Respite stays are available for a family testing the move. Pets are allowed. The community last updated its listing on October 30, 2026.
Fountain Square of Lompoc in Lompoc lists a starting monthly rate of $3,500 and a one-time community fee of $4,000. It has 130 beds. It reported an opening in the November 2026 survey. Respite stays are available for a family testing the move. Pets are allowed. The community last updated its listing on November 2, 2026.
Garden Court at Villa Santa Barbara in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $4,000. It has 126 beds. It reported an opening in the November 2026 survey. Respite stays are available for a family testing the move. Pets are allowed. The community last updated its listing on October 1, 2026.
Granvida Senior Living and Memory Care in Carpinteria lists a starting monthly rate of $5,800 and a one-time community fee of $7,500. It has 83 beds. It reported an opening in the November 2026 survey. Ask whether a respite stay is possible. Pets are allowed. The community last updated its listing on September 1, 2026.
Heritage House-An Assisted Living Community in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $8,710. It has 68 beds. It reported an opening in the November 2026 survey. It does not offer a respite stay. Pets are allowed. The community last updated its listing on October 1, 2026.
Homecare Casa Linda, Inc. in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $7,000. It has 6 beds. It reported an opening in the November 2026 survey. It does not offer a respite stay. Ask about pets before you visit. The community last updated its listing on October 1, 2026.
Lotus Villa in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $7,000. It has 6 beds. It reported an opening in the November 2026 survey. Respite stays are available for a family testing the move. Pets are allowed. The community last updated its listing on November 1, 2026.
Maravilla in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $7,720. It has 131 beds. It reported an opening in the November 2026 survey. It does not offer a respite stay. Pets are allowed. The community last updated its listing on 11/12026.
Mariposa at Ellwood Shores in Goleta lists a starting monthly rate of $5,995. It has 99 beds. It reported an opening in the November 2026 survey. Respite stays are available for a family testing the move. Pets are allowed. The community last updated its listing on October 1, 2026.
Marsh's Board & Care in Lompoc lists a starting monthly rate of $2,000. It has 5 beds. It reported no opening in the November 2026 survey, so ask about the waitlist. It does not offer a respite stay. Pets are not allowed. The community last updated its listing on November 1, 2026.
Mesa Care in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $7,000 to $8,000. It has 6 beds. It reported no opening in the November 2026 survey, so ask about the waitlist. Ask whether a respite stay is possible. Pets are allowed. The community last updated its listing on November 1, 2026.
Mission Villa in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $8,400. It has 14 beds. It reported no opening in the November 2026 survey, so ask about the waitlist. Respite stays are available for a family testing the move. Ask about pets before you visit. The community last updated its listing on October 1, 2026.
Oak Cottage of Santa Barbara Memory Care in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $6,500 and a one-time community fee of $6,500. It has 50 beds. It reported an opening in the November 2026 survey. Respite stays are available for a family testing the move. Pets are not allowed. The community last updated its listing on September 1, 2026.
Purisima Hills in Lompoc lists a starting monthly rate of $2,500. It has 6 beds. It reported an opening in the November 2026 survey. Respite stays are available for a family testing the move. Pets are not allowed. The community last updated its listing on November 2, 2026.
Santa Barbara Memory Care in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $4,400 and a one-time community fee of Starting at $3,400. It has 36 beds. It reported no opening in the November 2026 survey, so ask about the waitlist. Respite stays are available for a family testing the move. Pets are not allowed. The community last updated its listing on November 1, 2026.
Solvang Friendship House in Solvang lists a starting monthly rate of $6,000. It has 40 beds. It reported no opening in the November 2026 survey, so ask about the waitlist. Respite stays are available for a family testing the move. Pets are not allowed. The community last updated its listing on October 1, 2026.
The Grapevine Residential Care Facility in Santa Maria lists a starting monthly rate of $7,000. It has 6 beds. It reported an opening in the November 2026 survey. Respite stays are available for a family testing the move. Pets are not allowed. The community last updated its listing on September 1, 2026.
Tree of Life Retirement Homes, Inc. in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $8,500. It has 6 beds. It reported an opening in the November 2026 survey. Respite stays are available for a family testing the move. Pets are allowed. The community last updated its listing on October 30, 2026.
Valle Verde in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $4,300 and a one-time community fee of Starting at $215,000. It has 547 beds. It reported no opening in the November 2026 survey, so ask about the waitlist. It does not offer a respite stay. Pets are allowed. The community last updated its listing on October 1, 2026.
Villa Alamar in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $7,000 and a one-time community fee of $6,000. It has 30 beds. It reported an opening in the November 2026 survey. Respite stays are available for a family testing the move. Pets are not allowed. The community last updated its listing on October 30, 2026.
Villa Blanca in Goleta lists a starting monthly rate of $8,250. It has 6 beds. It reported an opening in the November 2026 survey. Ask whether a respite stay is possible. Pets are not allowed. The community last updated its listing on November 1, 2026.
Vista Del Monte in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $6,050. It has 266 beds. It reported an opening in the November 2026 survey. Ask whether a respite stay is possible. Pets are allowed. The community last updated its listing on September 1, 2026.
Wood Glen Senior Living in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $4,950 and a one-time community fee of $4,950. It has 72 beds. It reported no opening in the November 2026 survey, so ask about the waitlist. It does not offer a respite stay. Pets are allowed. The community last updated its listing on November 6, 2026.
Your Home in Santa Barbara lists a starting monthly rate of $5,000. It has 6 beds. It reported no opening in the November 2026 survey, so ask about the waitlist. Respite stays are available for a family testing the move. Pets are allowed. The community last updated its listing on October 1, 2026.
Jessica Solomon at Next Best Home surveys every assisted living and memory care community in Santa Barbara each month and publishes the answers free, with no login and no referral fee. For November 2026, 22 of 48 communities report an open bed, and published starting rates run $2,000 to $11,750 a month. The directory on this page filters by city, price band, pets and respite, each listing shows the date the community last updated it, and every listing carries the community's own phone number so you can confirm before you tour. 20 communities offer a respite or trial stay and 24 allow pets. Questions about a specific town or budget: call or text 805-883-8800, 24 hours a day, every day.
November 2026 is the month shown on each listing, and every listing carries the date that community last confirmed it. Each month Next Best Home asks all 48 licensed assisted living and memory care communities here the same questions: do you have an open bed, what is your starting monthly rate, what is your entrance fee, do you offer respite, and do you allow pets. Communities update their own listing or answer by email and text, so what you see is what they reported rather than a broker's estimate. Availability moves within a week, so confirm the bed and the all in monthly rate by phone before you visit.
Yes. The directory filters by price band, under $5,000, $5,000 to $7,000, $7,000 to $10,000 and over $10,000 a month, and by pets allowed, respite or trial stays and city, and the results print or save as a PDF to bring on tours. Published rates are starting rates at the base care level, so ask for the all in number for your parent's actual needs before comparing two communities on price alone.
