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Sandyland

Beachfront living on the world's safest beach in Carpinteria

Sandyland is widely considered the heart of Carpinteria's beach lifestyle, offering one of the most walkable and desirable coastal neighborhoods on the South Coast. Just steps from the beach and downtown, residents can easily walk to Linden Avenue's restaurants, cafés, boutiques, breweries, parks, and everyday conveniences, making it possible to enjoy the quintessential beach-town lifestyle without ever needing a car. The neighborhood features a mix of beachfront homes, charming beach cottages, condominiums, and single-family residences, making it one of Carpinteria's most diverse coastal communities. Sandyland is also the only designated neighborhood within the City of Carpinteria where short-term vacation rentals are permitted, making it especially attractive to both second-home buyers and investors. For buyers searching for Carpinteria beach homes or investment property, Sandyland offers a rare combination of ocean proximity, exceptional walkability, and vacation rental potential, while sellers benefit from consistently strong demand in one of Carpinteria's most sought-after beachfront neighborhoods.

Overview for Sandyland, CA

16,317 people live in Sandyland, where the median age is 45.4 and the average individual income is $63,942. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

16,317

Total Population

45.4 years

Median Age

Low

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$63,942

Average individual Income

Around Sandyland, CA

There's plenty to do around Sandyland, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

8
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Harmony Ranch, Pacific Resources International Fax, and McDonald's.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Harmony Ranch Logo
Dining 1.74 miles 1 review 5/5 stars
Dining 2.7 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
McDonald's Logo
Dining · $ 2.75 miles 143 reviews 2/5 stars
Thee Moment of Truth Logo
Dining 2.77 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
El Taco Grande Logo
Dining · $ 2.78 miles 145 reviews 3.2/5 stars
ampm Logo
Dining · $ 2.78 miles 13 reviews 1.3/5 stars

Property Listings

For Sale
MLS® 26-2897

$4,600,000

3260 Polo Way, CARPINTERIA, CA 93013
4 Beds 4.5 Baths 4,072 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 25-2404

$4,300,000

105 Polo Way, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93013
3 Beds 3.5 Baths 2,528 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 26-2517

$1,395,000

4024 Green Heron Spring Road, CARPINTERIA, CA 93013
3 Beds 2.5 Baths 1,941 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 26-2899

$3,400,000

3270 Polo Way, CARPINTERIA, CA 93013
3 Beds 3.5 Baths 2,512 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 25-2081

$3,400,000

123 Polo Way, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93013
3 Beds 3.5 Baths 2,512 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 26-3670

$2,700,000

5538 Canalino Drive, CARPINTERIA, CA 93013
3 Beds 1.5 Baths 1,500 Sq.Ft.
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Demographics and Employment Data for Sandyland, CA

Population Households Employment

Sandyland has 6,447 households, with an average household size of 2.51. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Sandyland do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 16,317 people call Sandyland home. The population density is 394 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

16,317

Total Population

Low

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

45.4 years

Median Age

52 / 48%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
6,447

Total Households

2.51

Average Household Size

$63,942

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Sandyland, CA

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Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Sandyland. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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School rating
Sandyland

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