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SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The SANTA BARBARA, CA real estate market (93101) currently shows 34 active listings, with 12 pending sales. Homes are averaging 29 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

The median listing price has fallen 23.1% year-over-year, from $2,398,500 to $1,845,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 29,870  ·  Density: 3,601.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $76,130

Typical home value: $1,045,370  ·  Homeownership: 22.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
34
⇧ 6.3% vs 32 last year
Pending
12
35% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,845,000
⇩ 23.1% vs $2,398,500 last year
Average Price
$2,447,006
⇧ 4.6% vs $2,339,217 last year
Days on Market
29
vs 29 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$1,208
⇩ 11.4% vs $1,363/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,560 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 34 this year vs 32 last year
  • Days on market: 29 now vs 29 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,845,000 (-23.1% YoY)
  • Average: $2,447,006 (+4.6% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 35.1 miles — 368 listings ($1,220,339,687 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
93101Santa Barbara, CA 931010.0 mi25$64,712,400$1,887,000$2,588,496
93103Santa Barbara, CA 931032.0 mi32$86,099,360$1,899,000$2,690,605
93111Santa Barbara, CA 931115.8 mi23$72,267,219$1,792,000$3,142,053
93067Summerland, CA 930676.6 mi2$89,525,000$44,762,500$44,762,500
93013Carpinteria, CA 9301313.0 mi48$503,613,552$3,400,000$10,491,949
93117Goleta, CA 9311721.9 mi39$76,843,962$1,295,000$1,970,358
93022Oak View, CA 9302223.4 mi14$45,904,600$1,925,000$3,278,900
93463Solvang, CA 9346327.5 mi35$100,507,330$2,495,000$2,871,638
93441Los Olivos, CA 9344131.0 mi6$38,083,998$4,375,000$6,347,333
93004Ventura, CA 9300432.5 mi29$27,717,620$929,999$955,780
93036Oxnard, CA 9303633.5 mi43$35,077,422$749,995$815,754
93030Oxnard, CA 9303033.9 mi30$23,415,870$774,500$780,529
93060Santa Paula, CA 9306035.1 mi42$56,571,354$769,500$1,346,937

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101?

As of February 2026, there are 34 active listings in SANTA BARBARA, CA (zip code 93101), compared to 32 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101?

The median listing price in SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101 is $1,845,000 as of February 2026, a 23.1% decrease from $2,398,500 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in SANTA BARBARA, CA?

Homes in SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101 spend an average of 29 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 29 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

How much can I save on real estate commission in SANTA BARBARA, CA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101 save an estimated $36,900 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,845,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.