Best Real Estate Agents in Santa Barbara, CA• Updated

Looking for the best real estate agent in Santa Barbara, CA? This page compares realtors in Santa Barbara within each home type and price range using actual transaction data — not reviews or paid ads. Whether you want a listing agent in Santa Barbara, CA or help buying a home in Santa Barbara, our 2026 scores use verified sales records, days on market, and sale-to-list ratios.

Market Pulse
|Real-time Analysis

Market Pulse: Balanced ⚖️

The Santa Barbara, CA real estate market is currently balanced: inventory is tight, but homes are selling below asking. Homes are selling at 97% of list price on average (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 34 active listings and 94 closed sales in the latest month, inventory remains at 0.4 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving up by 19%, while Average Days on Market has increased by 8%. Listings in Santa Barbara are moving 4 days faster than the Santa Barbara County average.

Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Santa Barbara, CA

Source: third-party closed MLS records, data as of Oct 2026. Agents are compared within each home type and price range. How we score agents →

Detached Homes

6366.570AprMayJunJulAugSep
Sales Volume
Sales volume has remained steady over the last 6 months, holding at 65 transactions.
Entry Level Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The average price in the Entry Level Detached Home segment has risen by 14% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Days on market for Entry Level Detached Homes rose 13% over the last 6 months; the latest month averaged 50 days.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
Higher is better
Lower is better
Negotiation leverage in Entry Level Detached Home has stabilized over the last 6 months, with sellers receiving 99%.
Entry Level Detached Home Segment
($190K - $7M)
DEALS
255
AVG. DOM
52d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
98%
AA
Anderson Hurst Associates
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
111%
ET
Erin Timmerman
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
108%
TP
The Epstein Partners
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
109%
KH
Kirk Hodson
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
101%
ML
Mike Long
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
HA
Hitchcock Associates
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
94%
ET
Emily Termond
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
96%
TH
The Hamilton Co Hamilton
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
98%
TP
The Epstein Partners
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
97%
JM
Jo Ann Mermis
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
98%
Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The average price in the Mid-Market Detached Home segment has softened by 8% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Days on market for Mid-Market Detached Homes rose 12% over the last 6 months; the latest month averaged 51 days.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
Higher is better
Lower is better
Negotiation leverage in Mid-Market Detached Home has stabilized over the last 6 months, with sellers receiving 97%.
Mid-Market Detached Home Segment
($1.2M - $12.5M)
DEALS
272
AVG. DOM
48d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
98%
JS
John A Sener
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
109%
AA
Alemann Associates Alemann
Top Seller
3-5
30-60 days
102%
TP
The Epstein Partners
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
107%
JS
Jen Stein MBA Keller Williams Luxury Stein
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
105%
EC
Erin Chadwick
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
102%
EA
Emily Kellenberger Associates
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
92%
AA
Alemann Associates Alemann
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
92%
DE
Daniel Encell
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
91%
TH
The Hamilton Co Hamilton
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
91%
TM
Teresa McWilliams
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
98%
High-End Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The High-End Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $4.2M over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Detached Homes in the High-End range averaged 52 days on market over the last 6 months.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of High-End Detached Homes received 98% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
High-End Detached Home Segment
($2M - $19.5M)
DEALS
88
AVG. DOM
52d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
98%
TP
The Epstein Partners
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
109%
AE
Ali Evans
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
104%
NP
Nico Pollero
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
117%
DP
Dorrie Powell
Top Seller
1-3
< 15 days
111%
SA
Stantheepsteinpartnerscom Aslanian
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
111%
DK
David Kim
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
97%
HA
Hitchcock Associates
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
98%
BC
Bob Curtis
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
99%
BC
Braden Curtis
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
99%
CE
Chris Gregoire Real Estate
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
88%
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The Ultra-Luxury Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $9.5M over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Detached Homes in the Ultra-Luxury range averaged 68 days on market over the last 6 months.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Ultra-Luxury Detached Homes received 96% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Segment
($3.2M - $59.9M)
DEALS
47
AVG. DOM
68d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
96%
CC
Cristal Clarke
Top Seller
3-5
> 60 days
98%
OT
Olesya Thyne
Top Seller
1-3
< 15 days
111%
AA
Alemann Associates Alemann
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
103%
KH
Kirk Hodson
Top Seller
1-3
< 15 days
101%
SC
Staci Caplan
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
100%
DZ
Dana Zertuche
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
80%
LB
Lori Bowles
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
80%
KW
Kathleen Winter
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
81%
KS
Ken Switzer
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
85%
TM
Teddy Muller
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
89%

Condos/Co-ops

1315.518AprMayJunJulAugSep
Sales Volume
Sales volume has grown by 12% over the last 6 months, showing a positive trend with currently 14 transactions.
Entry Level Condo/Co-op Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The average price in the Entry Level Condo/Co-op segment has risen by 88% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Days on market for Entry Level Condos/Co-ops rose 3% over the last 6 months; the latest month averaged 53 days.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the Entry Level Condo/Co-op market is shifting towards buyers, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 98%.
Entry Level Condo/Co-op Segment
($450K - $5.5M)
DEALS
115
AVG. DOM
51d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
99%
TP
The Epstein Partners
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
101%
DE
Daniel Encell
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
101%
LF
Lisa Foley
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
99%
BM
Billy Mandarino
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
99%
RW
Ryan Wagner
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
119%
EC
Erin Chadwick
Top Buyer
1-3
15-30 days
94%
SO
Sina Omidi
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
98%
DK
David Kim
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
99%
HA
Hitchcock Associates
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
99%
BM
Billy Mandarino
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
99%
Mid-Market Condo/Co-op Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The Mid-Market Condo/Co-op tier had a median sale price of $1.9M over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Condos/Co-ops in the Mid-Market range averaged 50 days on market over the last 6 months.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Mid-Market Condos/Co-ops received 98% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
Mid-Market Condo/Co-op Segment
($1.1M - $7.7M)
DEALS
38
AVG. DOM
50d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
98%
GG
Gary Goldberg
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
106%
DK
David Kim
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
105%
CT
Casey Turpin
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
103%
ME
Michelle Eskandari
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
103%
RF
Randy Freed
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
102%
AC
Alemann and Associates Charbonneau
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
95%
TM
Teddy Muller
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
97%
VM
Valerie Menke
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
84%
KS
Ken Switzer
Top Buyer
1-3
15-30 days
91%
WA
wwwjimalzinacom Alzina
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
94%
High-End Condo/Co-op Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The High-End Condo/Co-op tier had a median sale price of $3M over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Condos/Co-ops in the High-End range averaged 39 days on market over the last 6 months.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of High-End Condos/Co-ops received 96% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
High-End Condo/Co-op Segment
($2.8M - $3.2M)
DEALS
3
AVG. DOM
39d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
96%
CC
Cristal Clarke
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
BC
Bob Curtis
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
95%
BC
Braden Curtis
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
95%
DK
David Kim
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
94%
DW
Devin Wong
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
94%
SR
Stephanie Rachford
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
94%
BG
Brian Goldsworthy
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
95%
PD
Pippa Davis
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
95%
MK
Meredith Kronja Kramer
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
98%

Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)

147AprMayJunJulSep
Sales Volume
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) recorded 35 closed sales over the last 6 months.
Entry Level Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The Entry Level Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) tier had a median sale price of $1.4M over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) in the Entry Level range averaged 75 days on market over the last 6 months.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Entry Level Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) received 96% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
Entry Level Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) Segment
($1.3M - $1.5M)
DEALS
5
AVG. DOM
75d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
96%
BR
Ben Rivera
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
99%
BH
Beverly Herrera
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
98%
MT
Mia Teetsel
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
98%
AH
Associate Beachside Partners Henry
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
97%
JS
Jon Standring
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
97%
WA
Whitney Armentrout
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
98%
HS
Hilda Sanchez
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
99%
Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) tier had a median sale price of $1.9M over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) in the Mid-Market range averaged 57 days on market over the last 6 months.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) received 96% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) Segment
($1.6M - $2.4M)
DEALS
21
AVG. DOM
57d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
96%
AK
Adam Kanizo
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
104%
OF
Oliver Fries
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
104%
KM
Kamran Mostofi
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
102%
MB
Marcus Boyle
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
102%
BC
Bob Curtis
Top Seller
1-3
< 15 days
100%
GD
Gene Deering
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
92%
JB
John Burdick
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
93%
BM
Bryan Munoz
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
101%
JS
Jon Standring
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
87%
LH
Lynda Heredia
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
93%
High-End Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The High-End Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) tier had a median sale price of $3M over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) in the High-End range averaged 98 days on market over the last 6 months.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of High-End Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) received 95% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
High-End Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) Segment
($2.5M - $3.4M)
DEALS
9
AVG. DOM
98d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
95%
CC
Christos Celmayster
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
97%
KG
Kevin Goodwin
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
95%
CG
Chloe Galassi
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
94%
JO
Jason Oppenheim
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
94%
MM
Morton Maizlish
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
87%
JT
John Thyne
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
95%
TM
Taryn Martin
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
86%
LM
Louise McKaig Real Estate McKaig
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
87%
CG
Chloe Galassi
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
94%
CC
Christos Celmayster
Top Buyer
1-3
15-30 days
95%

Mobile/Manufactured Homes

111AprJulAug
Sales Volume
Mobile/Manufactured Homes recorded 15 closed sales over the last 6 months.
Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Home tier had a median sale price of $634K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Mobile/Manufactured Homes in the Entry Level range averaged 55 days on market over the last 6 months.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Homes received 97% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Home Segment
($210K - $990K)
DEALS
15
AVG. DOM
55d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
97%
JO
Jeff Oien
Top Seller
3-5
30-60 days
98%
NZ
Nick Zurlinden
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
SZ
Santa Barbara Manuf Home Realty Zurlinden
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
AE
Ali Evans
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
JJ
Jennifer Johnson
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
GZ
Gabriel Zepeda
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
76%
GN
Gamaliel Ng
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
76%
JF
Jamie Faletti
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
91%
KS
Kathy Strand Spieler
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
97%
KS
Katie Spieler
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
97%

Townhomes

111AprJun
Sales Volume
Townhomes recorded 11 closed sales over the last 6 months.
Entry Level Townhome Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The Entry Level Townhome tier had a median sale price of $892K over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Townhomes in the Entry Level range averaged 57 days on market over the last 6 months.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Entry Level Townhomes received 97% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
Entry Level Townhome Segment
($675K - $1.1M)
DEALS
6
AVG. DOM
57d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
97%
SL
Shayne Long
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
97%
SD
Steven DominguezCorrea
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
96%
SK
Summer Knight
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
96%
LL
Lisa Lee
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
97%
Mid-Market Townhome Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
The Mid-Market Townhome tier had a median sale price of $1.7M over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
Lower is better
Townhomes in the Mid-Market range averaged 50 days on market over the last 6 months.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Mid-Market Townhomes received 95% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
Mid-Market Townhome Segment
($1.3M - $2.3M)
DEALS
5
AVG. DOM
50d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
95%
WL
wwwJaniceLaneycom Laney
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
CA
Chris Agnoli
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
87%
KS
Kathryn Sweeney
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
87%
MA
Mike Agnoli
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
87%
KW
Kathleen Winter
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
100%

Santa Barbara Real Estate Market Trends October 2026

Total Active Listings
34
Average List Price
$4.9M
current avg.

Inventory Breakdown by Segment

Property TypeEntry LevelHigh-EndMid-MarketUltra-LuxuryTotal
Condo/Co-op
4
2
2
—
8
Detached Home
12
7
4
3
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Market Insights & FAQ

How is the real estate market in Santa Barbara, CA performing right now?

The data indicates a tight but negotiable market in Santa Barbara, CA. Inventory is at 0.4 months of supply. Inventory is tight, but homes are selling below asking on average, so buyers still have some room to negotiate despite limited choice.

What are the current pricing trends for Santa Barbara, CA real estate?

Currently, $3,527,000 represents the median entry point in Santa Barbara, CA. Over the past half-year, home values in Santa Barbara have moved upward by approximately 19% based on regional transaction data.

Are sellers in Santa Barbara, CA getting their full asking price?

Buyers have some room to negotiate in Santa Barbara, CA, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 96.8%. On average, properties in Santa Barbara are transitioning from active to sold status in 57 days.

Which listing agents does Agent Algo feature in Santa Barbara, CA?

Agent Algo compares agents within the same home type and price range, so Santa Barbara, CA has no single overall winner. Featured listing agents include John A Sener (Mid-Market Detached Homes, 3 closed listings), Anderson Hurst Associates (Entry Level Detached Homes, 3 closed listings), The Epstein Partners (Entry Level Condos/Co-ops, 2 closed listings). Scores are built from closed sales outcomes — not reviews or paid placements.

How does the Santa Barbara, CA market compare to Santa Barbara County trends?

Santa Barbara, CA maintains a distinct profile within the broader Santa Barbara County region. Median home values are currently 103% higher than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Santa Barbara.

Which listing agents are active in Entry Level Detached Homes in Santa Barbara, CA?

Anderson Hurst Associates has recent Entry Level Detached Home listings in Santa Barbara, CA, closing faster than the segment average at an above-average sale-to-list ratio. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 3 closed listings in this segment.

Which listing agents are active in Mid-Market Detached Homes in Santa Barbara, CA?

John A Sener has recent Mid-Market Detached Home listings in Santa Barbara, CA, closing faster than the segment average at an above-average sale-to-list ratio. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 3 closed listings in this segment.

Which buyer's agents are active in Mid-Market Detached Homes in Santa Barbara, CA?

Emily Kellenberger Associates has recent Mid-Market Detached Home purchases in Santa Barbara, CA, at a below-average sale-to-list ratio for the segment. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 3 closed purchases in this segment.

Which buyer's agents are active in Entry Level Detached Homes in Santa Barbara, CA?

Hitchcock Associates has recent Entry Level Detached Home purchases in Santa Barbara, CA, at a below-average sale-to-list ratio for the segment. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 3 closed purchases in this segment (7 in Santa Barbara, CA overall).

Which buyer's agents are active in High-End Detached Homes in Santa Barbara, CA?

David Kim has recent High-End Detached Home purchases in Santa Barbara, CA, at a below-average sale-to-list ratio for the segment. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 3 closed purchases in this segment (5 in Santa Barbara, CA overall).

Which listing agents are active in High-End Detached Homes in Santa Barbara, CA?

The Epstein Partners has recent High-End Detached Home listings in Santa Barbara, CA, closing faster than the segment average at an above-average sale-to-list ratio. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 2 closed listings in this segment (8 in Santa Barbara, CA overall).

Which buyer's agents are active in Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) in Santa Barbara, CA?

Gene Deering has recent Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) purchases in Santa Barbara, CA, at a below-average sale-to-list ratio for the segment. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 2 closed purchases in this segment.

Which buyer's agents are active in Entry Level Condos/Co-ops in Santa Barbara, CA?

Erin Chadwick has recent Entry Level Condo/Co-op purchases in Santa Barbara, CA, closing faster than the segment average at a below-average sale-to-list ratio. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 2 closed purchases in this segment.

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