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SANTA BARBARA, CA 93111

Real Estate Market Report
Buyer's Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The SANTA BARBARA, CA real estate market (93111) currently shows 26 active listings, with 10 pending sales. Homes are averaging 47 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 47 days on market compared to 35 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 43.2% year-over-year, from $2,929,500 to $1,662,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 18,165  ·  Density: 862.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $134,897

Typical home value: $1,098,800  ·  Homeownership: 66.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
26
⇧ 30% vs 20 last year
Pending
10
38% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,662,500
⇩ 43.2% vs $2,929,500 last year
Average Price
$2,834,531
⇩ 32.1% vs $4,171,964 last year
Days on Market
47
⇧ 34.3% vs 35 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$852
⇩ 22.1% vs $1,094/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,340 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 26 this year vs 20 last year
  • Days on market: 47 now vs 35 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,662,500 (-43.2% YoY)
  • Average: $2,834,531 (-32.1% 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 39.2 miles — 633 listings ($2,506,842,577 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
93111Santa Barbara, CA 931110.0 mi23$72,267,219$1,792,000$3,142,053
93109Santa Barbara, CA 931095.2 mi27$104,738,130$2,792,500$3,879,190
93105Santa Barbara, CA 931055.9 mi51$127,891,017$2,195,000$2,507,667
93108Santa Barbara, CA 9310811.3 mi69$667,635,375$6,495,000$9,675,875
93460Santa Ynez, CA 9346015.7 mi50$366,613,350$3,999,000$7,332,267
93013Carpinteria, CA 9301318.4 mi48$503,613,552$3,400,000$10,491,949
93441Los Olivos, CA 9344125.8 mi6$38,083,998$4,375,000$6,347,333
93001Ventura, CA 9300128.4 mi64$133,739,328$1,499,500$2,089,677
93023Ojai, CA 9302331.8 mi78$218,229,726$1,795,000$2,797,817
93254New Cuyama, CA 9325433.0 mi16$14,951,056$409,500$934,441
93436Lompoc, CA 9343635.8 mi56$52,327,632$649,950$934,422
93035Oxnard, CA 9303537.3 mi102$171,674,772$1,199,000$1,683,086
93036Oxnard, CA 9303639.2 mi43$35,077,422$749,995$815,754

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SANTA BARBARA, CA 93111?

As of February 2026, there are 26 active listings in SANTA BARBARA, CA (zip code 93111), compared to 20 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SANTA BARBARA, CA 93111?

The median listing price in SANTA BARBARA, CA 93111 is $1,662,500 as of February 2026, a 43.2% decrease from $2,929,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in SANTA BARBARA, CA 93111 spend an average of 47 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 35 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SANTA BARBARA, CA 93111?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93111 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 47 days on market compared to 35 days last year.

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 93111 save an estimated $33,250 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,662,500. 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.