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Real Estate Market Report  ·  Santa Barbara County
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The SANTA BARBARA, CA real estate market (93101) currently shows 34 active listings, with 13 pending sales. Homes are averaging 33 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 33 days on market compared to 41 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 9.9% year-over-year, from $2,074,500 to $1,868,250.

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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
⇧ 3% vs 33 last year
Pending
13
38% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,868,250
⇩ 9.9% vs $2,074,500 last year
Average Price
$2,346,877
⇧ 9.2% vs $2,148,900 last year
Days on Market
33
⇩ 19.5% vs 41 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$1,152
⇩ 11.9% vs $1,308/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,595 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 34 this year vs 33 last year
  • Days on market: 33 now vs 41 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,868,250 (-9.9% YoY)
  • Average: $2,346,877 (+9.2% 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 — 429 listings ($1,304,546,515 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
93101Santa Barbara, CA 931010.0 mi34$83,198,204$1,845,000$2,447,006
93103Santa Barbara, CA 931032.0 mi31$88,048,928$2,428,500$2,840,288
93111Santa Barbara, CA 931115.8 mi26$73,697,806$1,662,500$2,834,531
93067Summerland, CA 930676.6 mi2$89,525,000$44,762,500$44,762,500
93013Carpinteria, CA 9301313.0 mi51$498,087,063$2,573,750$9,766,413
93117Goleta, CA 9311721.9 mi50$93,164,250$1,269,000$1,863,285
93022Oak View, CA 9302223.4 mi15$42,411,675$1,520,000$2,827,445
93463Solvang, CA 9346327.5 mi42$119,638,974$2,495,000$2,848,547
93441Los Olivos, CA 9344131.0 mi8$52,274,288$4,490,000$6,534,286
93004Ventura, CA 9300432.5 mi33$29,473,884$879,000$893,148
93036Oxnard, CA 9303633.5 mi50$39,037,300$701,375$780,746
93030Oxnard, CA 9303033.9 mi30$22,122,900$733,500$737,430
93060Santa Paula, CA 9306035.1 mi57$73,866,243$772,496$1,295,899

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of March 2026, there are 34 active listings in SANTA BARBARA, CA (zip code 93101), compared to 33 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101 is $1,868,250 as of March 2026, a 9.9% decrease from $2,074,500 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 33 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 41 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 March 2026, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 33 days on market compared to 41 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 93101 save an estimated $37,365 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,868,250. 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.