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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Montecito, CA

Last Updated: 11/16/24

If you’re looking for independent living in the Montecito area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Montecito. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 13 independent living facilities in Montecito, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.


You may also consider nearby communities such as Santa Barbara, Goleta or Summerland.

Montecito Independent Living Facilities | 119 Reviews

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Last Updated: 11/16/24
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Average starting price of Independent Living in Montecito, CA is $5,202/month. Learn more
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Average starting price $5,202/month
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Recent reviews of Independent Living in Montecito, CA
Wellness Care Senior Living at Ojai in Oak View, CA
5.0

My mom has been at Autumn Years for over a year now. They have been unfailingly warm and helpful, to us as well as to her. We took care of Mom for two years and understood that it wouldn't be an easy matter to work with her emotional swings, yet the staff at Autumn Years has been beyond wonderful. There always seems to be some activity going on, yet the staff gently encourages the residents to participate, never pushing. I can sense Mom's comfort with knowing her own routine and feeling cared for. Deirdre [last name removed], the director, has always taken care of everything with efficiency and kindness. I really can't recommend this facility highly enough.

The Gables of Ojai
5.0

This is truly an amazing community. I'am extremely pleased with everything they have done for us. You feel like your a vacation, the community looks like a resort. My mother is doing very well, she loves it. The staff is wonderful, they are caring for her very well. She is trying many daily activities. The food is good, she enjoys the meals. It is a beautiful community, with nice and friendly people. It has really been a great experience and I would recommend it.

Alexander Gardens in Santa Barbara, CA
4.7

Alexander Gardens is by far the most peaceful, beautiful, and friendly place I've seen. My mom loved being there, and the staff went above and beyond to make Mom feel at home. The grounds are the most beautiful and tranquil and amazing that I've seen in any other resident facility that I visited.

Cliff View Terrace

1020 Cliff Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93109

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27 reviews

My loved one has passed away last year. But she was in a great location and facility at the end. Based on the experience we had with Cliff View Terrace we would 100% recommend this community to other...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Cliff View Terrace residents become part of our family. Our goal is for our residents to feel that Cliff View Terrace is home. The luxurious yet comfortable accommodations and caring staff with decades of experience distinguish Cliff View Terrace as the premier facility in Southern California. ...

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Villa Santa Barbara

227 E Anapamu St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

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66 reviews

The Villa Santa Barbara is a very nice community for several reasons. The food is better than in any of the past 5 places I have stayed. The rent is better (by far) than in any of the previous places that...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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Live life in style at Villa Santa Barbara, where residents can soak up the Southern California sun and enjoy desired amenities and services fit for the American Riviera. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing an environment that is physically, mentally, spiritually and...

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Alexander Gardens

2120 Santa Barbara St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105

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It is a lovely facility. It is an older estate donated by the family years ago to be an assisted living home. It almost could operate as a bed and breakfast, it is that nice. A couple of things we learned...

Provides: Assisted Living

Alexander Gardens is a spectacular historic home nestled in the Mission area of downtown Santa Barbara, amongst lush, stunning gardens. Concern for the care and needs of seniors has been a hallmark of Alexander Gardens, since the original family built 'casitas' for their elderly loved ones....

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Wood Glen Senior Living

3010 Foothill Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105

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5 reviews

LOVE Wood Glen Hall! A perfect place for family/loved ones. We pre-viewed 9 other facilities in the SB area for our mother and this is the ONLY one that felt like home. The ambiance is cheerful, full of...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living

Nestled in the foothills with a spectacular view of the blue Santa Barbara Mountains, cooled by ocean breezes, ringing with the genial laughter of family and friends, and typifying the gracious, relaxed and respectful service you are right to expect, Wood Glen Hall is a home you can make your...

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GranVida

5464 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA 93013

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7 reviews

The staff are always willing to help you and front desk is always there. Daily activities but they could do more diverse activities. Staff to drive them to appointments. Food is good and the facility...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

GranVida is a community, a neighborhood of like-minded people who enjoy the uniqueness and beauty of coastal living. Like Carpinteria itself, GranVida embodies small town friendliness, hospitality and social inclusion. As the only senior living and memory care community in Carpinteria, GranVida...

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Casa Dorinda Retirement

300 Hot Springs Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108

1 review

35+ acres with skilled nursing, assisted living and independent residences. Being updated with planned expansion. A first class facility.

Provides: Independent Living

Villa Riviera

1621 Grand Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93103

Provides: Assisted Living

Garden Court On De La Vina (HUD)

1116 De La Vina St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Provides: Independent Living
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The Samarkand

2550 Treasure Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93105

2 reviews
Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care

A nationally accredited continuing care retirement community, The Samarkand’s scenic 16-acre campus offers views of both the beautiful blue Pacific and the Santa Ynez Mountains. We offer a residential setting for every aspect of retirement. Residential styles availableCottages, villas and...

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Rancho Franciscan Senior Apt

221 Hitchcock Way # 107, Santa Barbara, CA 93105

Provides: Independent Living

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Vista Del Monte

3775 Modoc Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105

4 reviews

They are very good but they are more expensive. My parents chose it years ago. First they went to the independent living and then the assisted living and then my father went in to the skilled nursing. They...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care

Valle Verde

900 Calle De Los Amigos, Santa Barbara, CA 93105

3 reviews

To: "Room for improvement" 1. Our residential unit has the microwave below the counter. I do not know that all units have this arrangement, but they are being upgraded and remodeled constantly. 2. ...

Provides: Independent Living
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Rancho Santa Barbara(mobile homes)

333 Old Mill Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93110

Provides: Senior Apartments
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Cost of independent living in Montecito, CA

The average cost of senior living in Montecito is 5,202 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Taft, CA with an average of 4,239 per month.

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What is independent living?

Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:

  • Nutritious meals and snacks
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Home maintenance and repairs
  • Social activities and outings
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Sunrise of Westlake Village, Cliff View Terrace and Westmont of Santa Barbara are the top-rated independent living facilities near Montecito, California. See full list of communities.

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