The California You’ve Been Looking For
Between the coast and rolling vineyards lies an exceptional quality of life and ideal place to raise a family.
Life on the Central Coast
01 Easy Commuting
02 Pristine Coastline
03 Farm-Fresh Fare
04 Open Spaces
05 Arts + Culture
06 Wine Country
Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast, a culinary connoisseur or arts + culture aficionado, the lifestyle you’re searching for is within reach.
A place to call home
With 15 cities and dozens of unincorporated communities, there’s a wide range of options to call home — whether that’s shoreside, near the heart of downtown, surrounded by wine country or rural living with a little more room to play.
Explore CommunitiesThe best of California at your doorstep
Outdoor recreation galore. World-class wineries, farm-fresh dining and cold craft brews. A lively arts and culture scene. All within easy reach, so you can make the most of your evening, weekend or lunch break.
Learn MoreSolid foundations
From kindergarten through graduate programs, San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties host a strong education system. Top-ranked universities and community colleges coordinate closely with K-12 schools, creating an environment of innovation and entrepreneurial spirit.
View SchoolsA healthy outlook
First-rate healthcare means that your family is well taken care of here on the Central Coast. And the region’s fresh air, clean water and easy access to outdoor recreation make it easy to live a healthy and active life.
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