Santa Maria Terrace
About Santa Maria Terrace
Santa Maria Terrace is a licensed residential care facility for the elderly in Santa Maria, Santa Barbara County, California, offering assisted living. Licensed for 140 residents. The monthly price shown is a Chapter estimate for this area and care level — the community can claim this listing and publish its verified pricing.
Last state inspection visit: May 29, 2026 · 27 citations in about five years
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Medi-Cal & Medicare
The Medi-Cal Assisted Living Waiver isn't offered in Santa Barbara County, and Medicare does not pay for assisted living.
State inspection record
For comparison, 28% of larger communities (7+ beds) in California have no Type A citations, and the typical one has 2 Type A citations and 3 Type B citations. Larger homes get visited and cited more often, so compare like with like, and read what each citation was for.
What these terms mean
- Type A citations are the most serious: a violation that poses an immediate or substantial risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights.
- Type B citations are less serious violations that could become a risk to residents if they aren't corrected.
- Substantiated: The state found the allegation was true.
- Not proven (inconclusive or unsubstantiated): There wasn't enough evidence to prove or disprove the allegation.
- Unfounded: The state found the allegation was false or couldn't have happened.
Read Santa Maria Terrace's full inspection and complaint reports on the state's site · How to read a California inspection record
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Santa Maria Terrace cost & FAQ
How much does Santa Maria Terrace cost?
Santa Maria Terrace's all-in monthly cost is estimated at about $6,950: base rent of about $5,800 plus a typical assisted living add-on of about $1,150. Expect a one-time community fee of around $3,000. This is an estimate based on Santa Maria-area prices for this care level; Santa Maria Terrace hasn't verified it yet, so confirm the current rate when you tour.
What does the monthly price at Santa Maria Terrace include?
The all-in figure combines base rent (room, meals and basic services) with the typical care add-on for average needs. Care costs rise with the level of help a resident needs, so ask Santa Maria Terrace for an assessment-based quote.
What type of care does Santa Maria Terrace provide?
Santa Maria Terrace is listed for assisted living. It holds California state license #425850025 and is licensed for up to 140 residents.
Does Santa Maria Terrace accept Medi-Cal?
The Medi-Cal Assisted Living Waiver isn't available in Santa Barbara County, and Medicare does not pay for assisted living, so most residents here pay privately, sometimes with long-term care insurance or VA benefits.
Has Santa Maria Terrace had any state citations or complaints?
In about the last five years of California Community Care Licensing records (as of October 27, 2026), the state visited Santa Maria Terrace 40 times, most recently on May 29, 2026. It received 10 Type A citations (the most serious kind) and 17 Type B citations. The state investigated 20 complaints: 23 allegations were substantiated, 29 not proven and 0 unfounded. Read the full reports on the state's Care Facility Search before you decide.
How do I tour Santa Maria Terrace?
Pick a time in the tour booker on this page and your request goes to Santa Maria Terrace only. Chapter never sells your information, and you won't get calls from referral agents. You can also call the community directly at (805) 925-8713.
Compare prices nearby: senior living costs in Santa Maria · 2026 California cost report