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South of 101

Coastal charm steps from Carpinteria's pristine sandy shoreline

South of 101

South of Highway 101 is the Carpinteria most people picture: a small beach town organized around Linden Avenue, which runs straight from the freeway to the sand and has served as the main street for about a century, lined with cafés, restaurants, shops and long-standing local businesses. To the east is Carpinteria State Beach, with nearly a mile of beachfront, camping and tide pools. To the west, at the end of Sandyland Road and Ash Avenue, is the Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park, beside a reserve that has been protected for research and bird habitat since 1977.

Daily life here is about being able to walk to most things. The beach, Linden Avenue and the Amtrak station are all close, and from December through May you can watch harbor seals at the rookery near the Carpinteria Bluffs. The town has used its "World's Safest Beach" slogan since 1912, a nod to its calm, family-friendly water. Housing is a mix of single-family streets, cottages and condominiums near the beach. It suits buyers who want an unpretentious beach town with real character, close to Santa Barbara but distinct from it; sellers benefit from steady demand for homes within walking distance of Linden and the sand.

Overview for South of 101, CA

16,317 people live in South of 101, 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 South of 101, CA

There's plenty to do around South of 101, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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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® 26-3670

$2,700,000

5538 Canalino Drive, CARPINTERIA, CA 93013
3 Beds 1.5 Baths 1,500 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 26-3557

$33,995,000

571 Sand Point Road, CARPINTERIA, CA 93013
4 Beds 6 Baths
For Sale
MLS® 26-3687

$5,500,000

5045-5065 8th Street Street, CARPINTERIA, CA 93013
2 Beds 2 Baths
For Lease
MLS® 26-3204

$5,750

4521 Carpinteria Avenue Unit: D, CARPINTERIA, CA 93013
3 Beds 2.5 Baths 1,626 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 26-2837

$1,399,000

4975 Sandyland Road 302, CARPINTERIA, CA 93013
2 Beds 1 Bath 683 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 26-3178

$1,399,000

4975 Sandyland Road # 302, CARPINTERIA, CA 93013
2 Beds 1 Bath
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Demographics and Employment Data for South of 101, CA

Population Households Employment

South of 101 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 South of 101 do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 16,317 people call South of 101 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

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Single
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Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

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15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in South of 101, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby South of 101. 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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South of 101

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