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GOLETA, CA 93117

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Santa Barbara County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
39
⇧ 25.8% vs 31 last year
Pending
15
38% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,295,000
⇩ 10.5% vs $1,446,250 last year
Average Price
$1,970,358
⇩ 23.3% vs $2,570,348 last year
Days on Market
92
⇧ 29.6% vs 71 days last year

Market Context

Population: 53,345  ·  Density: 122.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $79,553

Typical home value: $932,109  ·  Homeownership: 38.1%

Market Analysis

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

The GOLETA, CA real estate market (93117) currently shows 39 active listings, with 15 pending sales. Homes are averaging 92 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 8 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 92 days on market compared to 71 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 10.5% year-over-year, from $1,446,250 to $1,295,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 39 this year vs 31 last year
  • Days on market: 92 now vs 71 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,295,000 (-10.5% YoY)
  • Average: $1,970,358 (-23.3% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 47.1 miles — 355 listings ($1,002,793,874 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
93117Goleta, CA 931170.0 mi39$76,843,962$1,295,000$1,970,358
93427Buellton, CA 9342712.4 mi18$46,195,722$1,548,500$2,566,429
93111Santa Barbara, CA 9311116.2 mi23$72,267,219$1,792,000$3,142,053
93110Santa Barbara, CA 9311018.3 mi33$297,836,946$5,899,000$9,025,362
93436Lompoc, CA 9343619.8 mi56$52,327,632$649,950$934,422
93109Santa Barbara, CA 9310921.1 mi27$104,738,130$2,792,500$3,879,190
93103Santa Barbara, CA 9310323.1 mi32$86,099,360$1,899,000$2,690,605
93067Summerland, CA 9306728.3 mi2$89,525,000$44,762,500$44,762,500
93454Santa Maria, CA 9345432.8 mi28$17,288,488$525,000$617,446
93254New Cuyama, CA 9325435.4 mi16$14,951,056$409,500$934,441
93434Guadalupe, CA 9343443.2 mi4$2,487,000$611,000$621,750
93001Ventura, CA 9300144.6 mi64$133,739,328$1,499,500$2,089,677
93252Maricopa, CA 9325247.1 mi13$8,494,031$298,990$653,387

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in GOLETA, CA 93117?

As of January 2026, there are 39 active listings in GOLETA, CA (zip code 93117), compared to 31 the prior year.

What is the median home price in GOLETA, CA 93117?

The median listing price in GOLETA, CA 93117 is $1,295,000 as of January 2026, a 10.5% decrease from $1,446,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in GOLETA, CA 93117 spend an average of 92 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 71 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in GOLETA, CA 93117?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, GOLETA, CA 93117 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 8 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 92 days on market compared to 71 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in GOLETA, CA 93117 save an estimated $25,900 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,295,000. 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.