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GOLETA, CA 93117

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

Market Analysis

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

The GOLETA, CA real estate market (93117) currently shows 48 active listings, with 17 pending sales. Homes are averaging 40 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 40 days on market compared to 30 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 11.3% year-over-year, from $1,417,500 to $1,256,750.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
48
⇧ 23.1% vs 39 last year
Pending
17
35% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,256,750
⇩ 11.3% vs $1,417,500 last year
Average Price
$1,833,251
⇩ 52.1% vs $3,830,272 last year
Days on Market
40
⇧ 33.3% vs 30 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$857
⇧ 1.7% vs $843/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,510 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 48 this year vs 39 last year
  • Days on market: 40 now vs 30 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,256,750 (-11.3% YoY)
  • Average: $1,833,251 (-52.1% 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 47.1 miles — 410 listings ($1,084,622,793 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
93117Goleta, CA 931170.0 mi50$93,164,250$1,269,000$1,863,285
93427Buellton, CA 9342712.4 mi18$47,210,148$1,455,750$2,622,786
93111Santa Barbara, CA 9311116.2 mi26$73,697,806$1,662,500$2,834,531
93110Santa Barbara, CA 9311018.3 mi38$319,346,832$5,774,000$8,403,864
93436Lompoc, CA 9343619.8 mi57$48,378,408$649,500$848,744
93109Santa Barbara, CA 9310921.1 mi30$106,638,390$2,660,000$3,554,613
93103Santa Barbara, CA 9310323.1 mi31$88,048,928$2,428,500$2,840,288
93067Summerland, CA 9306728.3 mi2$89,525,000$44,762,500$44,762,500
93454Santa Maria, CA 9345432.8 mi36$25,155,180$592,000$698,755
93254New Cuyama, CA 9325435.4 mi19$20,244,652$499,000$1,065,508
93434Guadalupe, CA 9343443.2 mi7$4,615,401$679,900$659,343
93001Ventura, CA 9300144.6 mi81$159,194,808$1,425,000$1,965,368
93252Maricopa, CA 9325247.1 mi15$9,402,990$304,495$626,866

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of March 2026, there are 48 active listings in GOLETA, CA (zip code 93117), compared to 39 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in GOLETA, CA 93117 is $1,256,750 as of March 2026, a 11.3% decrease from $1,417,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in GOLETA, CA 93117 spend an average of 40 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 30 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 March 2026, GOLETA, CA 93117 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 40 days on market compared to 30 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 $25,135 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,256,750. 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.