The Mesa is a Santa Barbara neighborhood which stretches from the harbor along the coast to Arroyo Burro Beach, flanked on the south by the Pacific Ocean and on the North by small hills.

Mesa Lane step are not for the faint of heart, but the reward is a beautiful stretch of beach that runs along the striking bluffs. The 241, mostly wood steps, provide the only beach access in a mile both directions.

 

On the Mesa, emphasis is on outdoor living. With Santa Barbara City College and top-ranked schools, there is plenty of youth and families in the area, along with lifetime residences. You will find people on leisurely strolls along Shoreline Dr, surfing or biking along the beach, getting together with friends for casual picnics, kids playing in the park and families enjoy an active lifestyle.

 

The Mesa is home to some of California’s most acclaimed educational institutions, renowned for their outstanding curriculum and consistent high-performance rate of students. Top neighborhood choices include:

 

• Washington Elementary
• Monroe Elementary