From 1888 until 1920's, the Pacific Improvement Company shaped the destiny of Hope Ranch, shaping it into its present image as a wealthy suburb of Santa Barbara. Many of the amenities offered to members of the Hope Ranch Home Association since the 1930's include a private beach, tennis court and over 30 miles of bridle paths.

Space prohibits a full account of Hope Ranch's outdoor-living background shared by middle-class families as well as the affluent. As result of this independent spirit, Hope Ranch continues to maintain the lofty standards of suburban living which have been in effect since the late Harold S. Chase advertise his "sun-kissed, ocean-washed, mountain-girded, island-guarded Hope Ranch" more than half a century ago.

Prices range from $2,500,000 to $40 million