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Maravilla

(805) 967-1965

About Maravilla

Maravilla brings personalized assisted living to Santa Barbara, California, where experienced care staff support daily activities while residents maintain independence. Our Santa Barbara community emphasizes dignity, connection, and comfort for those navigating life's transitions.

Community at a glance

Capacity

131 residents

State license

#425801937, Licensed

Location

Santa Barbara, CA

Status

Listed in a public registry

Care & services offered

Assisted Living

Contact & location

5486 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, California 93111

(805) 967-1965

California inspection record

From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Maravilla. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports

State inspectors last visited Maravilla on February 24, 2026.

Since November 2021, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 5 routine inspections, 10 complaint visits and 5 other visits.

Inspectors issued 8 Type A citations and 8 Type B citations. A Type A citation means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights.

Across 7,137 licensed communities in California, the average in the state's record is 5.9 citations and 27% have none.

The state investigated 9 complaints, and found 6 allegations substantiated.

Last visit

Feb 24, 2026

Routine inspections

5

Type A citations

8

Type B citations

8

Visits and citations

Kind of visitVisitsType AType B
Routine inspections500
Complaint investigations1005
Other visits583

Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Feb 24, 2026, Feb 5, 2025, Feb 7, 2024, Feb 15, 2023, Feb 24, 2022.

Complaints

  • October 21, 20252 allegations substantiated, 2 citations
  • October 21, 20252 allegations substantiated, 1 citation
  • September 25, 20241 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
  • June 7, 20241 allegation substantiated, 1 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
  • October 10, 20235 unsubstantiated
  • September 29, 20235 unsubstantiated
  • February 15, 20231 allegation substantiated
  • July 13, 20222 unfounded
  • December 30, 20212 unsubstantiated
substantiated:
the state found it more likely than not that it happened.
inconclusive:
the state could not prove or disprove it.
unsubstantiated:
it may have happened, but there was not enough evidence.
unfounded:
the state found it false or not possible.

License

License number
425801937
License type
Residential Care Elderly
Status
Licensed
Licensed capacity
131 residents
Licensed since
February 20, 2015
Licensee
Maravilla Subtenant LLC; Srg Managment LLC
Administrator
Grande, Ruth E

Location

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5486 Calle RealSanta Barbara, CA 93111

12 other communities within 10 miles

Senior living near Santa Barbara

Assisted Living: frequently asked questions

Has Maravilla had any violations?+

California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Maravilla 8 Type A citations and 8 Type B citations since November 2021. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.

When was Maravilla last inspected?+

State inspectors last visited on February 24, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.

Have there been complaints about Maravilla?+

The state investigated 9 complaints since November 2021. Of the allegations, 6 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 14 unsubstantiated and 2 unfounded.

How much does assisted living cost?+

The national median is around $6,200 per month, though it ranges from roughly $4,500 to $11,800 depending on location, apartment size, and level of care.

Does Medicare pay for assisted living?+

Medicare does not cover the room-and-board cost of assisted living. Medicaid may help in many states through waivers, and VA benefits can offset costs for eligible veterans.

What's the difference from a nursing home?+

Assisted living is for people who need help with daily tasks but are largely independent. Nursing homes (skilled nursing) provide 24-hour medical and rehabilitative care.

Senior living in Santa Barbara Assisted Living in California Assisted Living guide Information last updated October 2026