Santa Maria Terrace Costs & Pricing
Santa Maria Terrace offers a compelling value in terms of monthly living costs, particularly when compared to both Santa Barbara County and the broader California market. For instance, the semi-private room at Santa Maria Terrace is priced at $1,800, significantly lower than the county average of $3,007 and well below the state average of $3,333. Similarly, residents seeking studio accommodations will find Santa Maria Terrace's rate of $2,500 to be very competitive against the county's $4,147 and the state's $4,145. For one-bedroom units, the cost is $3,500 - still advantageous compared to the county rate of $4,114 and California's average of $4,340. Overall, Santa Maria Terrace presents an attractive option for those looking for quality housing without straining their budgets.
| Floor plans | Santa Maria Terrace | Santa Barbara County | California |
|---|
| Semi-Private | $1,800 | $3,007 | $3,333 |
| Studio | $2,500 | $4,147 | $4,145 |
| 1 Bedroom | $3,500 | $4,114 | $4,340 |
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Overall Review of Santa Maria Terrace
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24 reviews mention this
Staff is attentive and kind
Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as attentive and kind.
Across many reviews, residents and families say staff respond quickly, treat them with respect, and help with day-to-day needs like meals, housekeeping, and move-in logistics. Several comments also mention how caring the team is with residents who need extra attention, including dementia-related support. Tour experiences are consistently positive about how welcome people feel when they first arrive.
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16 reviews mention this
Dining feels restaurant-style
Dining is frequently described as restaurant-style and enjoyable.
Many reviewers describe the dining experience as restaurant-style, including meals in a dining room and the option to have meals brought to a room when needed. Several families say the food is good or acceptable and look forward to community meals. A smaller set of reviews, however, calls out food quality issues, slow service, and costs that can rise as add-ons are billed.
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18 reviews mention this
Activities support social time
Residents have a steady schedule of activities and social options.
Reviews commonly mention scheduled daily activities, outings, and games that help residents stay engaged, with examples like card games, bingo, and group events. Families also describe residents enjoying social time in common areas like the lobby and dining space. Some reviewers want more consistency—like better timing, more variety, or more attention to residents who need ongoing engagement.
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12 reviews mention this
Care includes nursing support
Residents describe hands-on care support, including help when needed.
Residents and families describe medication management and help with activities of daily living, with some mentioning bathing assistance, incontinence care, and other supportive services. Several reviews also reference nurse support during the day or a nurse on duty, and describe being safe when they press the call button. Other reviews raise concerns about whether the level of monitoring or assistance matches what’s needed for higher-acuity dementia behavior, including issues reported around wandering risk and follow-through.
caveat
10 reviews mention this
Small rooms and limited kitchen access
Rooms are often described as small, with limited in-room options.
A recurring theme is that the building is set up like an older hotel, which several reviewers say results in small rooms and tight layouts, including narrow bathroom spaces that can affect mobility. Some families also mention restrictions such as not being allowed a microwave, and confusion about in-room kitchen features. A few reviews report that certain services like escort service or shower assistance were inconsistent, which compounded frustration about the physical setup.
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9 reviews mention this
Costs are positioned as lower
Pricing is repeatedly described as affordable for the area.
Several reviewers mention that cost was a deciding factor and describe the price as good for what the community offers. Other comments specifically criticize add-on charges and argue that the total bill can rise as needs change. The listing pricing is presented as substantially below county and state benchmarks across unit types.
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4 reviews mention this
Close to medical and dining
The location is described as convenient for nearby medical needs.
Reviews mention choosing the community for its proximity to family and for ease of access to medical offices and services. The community is also described as having outings that include doctor appointments, pharmacy stops, and nearby errands. Nearby options in the listing include physician offices and hospitals within about a quarter-mile, plus several restaurants around a similar range.
How we summarize
Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.
140 resident community capacity
Studio apartments
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Memory Care
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Activities off-site
Air-conditioning
Bath tubs
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Financing advice
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Ground floor units
Guest parking
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Overnight guests
Party space
Private bathrooms
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Santa Maria Pub Capt G Allan Hancock (5 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Hospice care
Incontinence care
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Art classes
Bible study group
Book club
Concierge services
Day trips and outings
Educational speakers / life long learning
Games
Karaoke
Live musical performances
Wii bowling
English
24/7 supervision with personalized care in a warm, home-like board-and-care setting, plus meals and outdoor spaces.
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