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Find the perfect real estate agent in Santa Barbara, CA
We analyze top real estate agents in Santa Barbara and across the country to find you the most proven local agents, for free.
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Agent Pronto analyzes transaction data, specialties, client reviews, and more to find the best agent for you. Updated for October 2025. *
* Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.
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Sell your home fast and for top dollar or find your dream home at the best possible price. Use our free service to find top agents you can trust.
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Santa Barbara real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Santa Barbara real estate market, updated for October 2025. *
The typical home value in Santa Barbara is projected to be $2,496,250 for the month of September. August’s finalized data reported the typical value of a home in the city to be $2,157,500—down 13.51% over the previous 12 months. For comparison, county-level data pegged home values at $1,048,500 in Santa Barbara County for the most recent reporting period. That number is expected to float around $1,137,750 in September.
Santa Barbara had 59 new listings and 55 listings that went under contract in August, decreasing the area’s total available inventory to 175—down 3.85% from the previous month. Inventory is projected to have further decreased in September.
Of those 175 active listings, 28.57% reduced their price in the month of August. The median listing price for homes in Santa Barbara fell 5.2% from July to August, bringing the current median listing price to $1,822,500. Based on projected data for September, listing prices may continue to fall.
The number of days that homes have been on the market prior to going under contract fell year-over-year. In August 2025, the median time for a listed property to go pending was 56 days, compared to 63 days in August 2024. In recent months the median number of days from listed to pending appears to be decreasing. That trend is predicted to have carried through to this September.
Market gauge is calculated based on the the number of active listings divided by home sales over the most recently available reporting period.
Learn more about what Santa Barbara has to offer.
Santa Barbara offers residents a relaxed coastal lifestyle with year-round outdoor recreation, a vibrant arts and dining scene, excellent schools and healthcare, and a welcoming, close-knit community.
Santa Barbara captivates with its timeless blend of Spanish Revival architecture, gleaming Pacific coastline, and a year-round Mediterranean climate coveted by residents and newcomers alike. Infused with a sense of laid-back sophistication, the city’s palm-lined waterfront transforms the popular Stearns Wharf into a sun-soaked gathering place for seafood, sweets, and sailing adventures. Just steps away, State Street’s indie boutiques and inviting cafés invite leisurely afternoons, while the acclaimed Santa Barbara Museum of Art offers inspiration for art lovers and families.
For those considering a move with education in mind, the region stands out for its top-rated schools. The Santa Barbara Unified School District serves families with comprehensive academic and extracurricular programs, while University of California, Santa Barbara, valued for research excellence and stunning ocean views, adds a vibrant collegiate spirit. Access to nature is never far, with the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden celebrating local flora against the dramatic backdrop of the Santa Ynez Mountains and hiking trails like Inspiration Point offering panoramic vistas.
Distinct city neighborhoods such as Montecito provide luxurious estates beneath sycamore canopies, and nearby Goleta charms with its own suburban appeal—each locale contributing to the area’s dynamic character. Culinary enthusiasts savor innovative menus at the bustling Funk Zone, a creative district known for its wine tastings and eclectic eateries.
Whether you dream of beachside living or cultural delights, Santa Barbara sets the stage for an extraordinary lifestyle. Agent Pronto is ready to connect buyers and sellers with talented local agents, making the journey to call this extraordinary coastal city home both seamless and rewarding.
Within a few minutes, I was paired up with an awesome agent who really knew the local area and helped me find a great condo in a super tight market. It was daunting to think about how to find the right agent. Agent Pronto got me the right agent, pronto!
Take the guesswork out of finding an agent.
With over 2 million real estate agents across the U.S., it’s not easy deciding who to trust when buying or selling a home.
We’ve analyzed performance metrics, close rates, specialties, and client reviews of the top real estate agents in Santa Barbara to qualify the best agents for your specific needs.
We know that choosing the right real estate agent can be a stressful task. With Agent Pronto, it doesn’t have to be.
Data analysis with a human touch.
Agent Pronto works through troves of local and national housing data, client reviews, and agent performance metrics to find the top agents in Santa Barbara. But we don’t stop there.
Our Agent Specialists will take into account any special requests you have when searching for your real estate agent recommendation.
Need a great agent who speaks fluent Spanish and is a luxury condo expert in your neighborhood? No problem!
Resources for buyers and sellers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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There are more than 2 million real estate agents across the U.S., and you want to be sure the one you partner with is an experienced and trustworthy professional with strong local expertise covering the housing market in and around Santa Barbara. Working with a proven agent will help you sell your home faster and for more money, and help you find your dream home at the best possible price.
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Choosing a real estate agent to help you buy or sell property is one of the most important decisions you’ll make in your lifetime. You want to make sure your agent is an expert in your area, has a proven record helping people buy and sell similar homes to yours, and is well regarded by their previous clients. Let us know a few details about the property you are selling or the kind of home you want to buy, and Agent Pronto will match you with trusted real estate agents that have the experience you need. And before you interview an agent, check out our top five questions to ask a buyer’s agent and listing agent.
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We consider performance metrics, close rates, specialties, and client reviews to qualify the best full-time agents. We then take the information you provide about the home you are selling or the kind of home you want to buy, and analyze the top local agents with the right experience for your specific needs. For more than a decade, we've helped hundreds of thousands of home buyers and sellers find the right agent. Get started now and find the perfect real estate agent.
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