What does it look like when paradise seems to appreciate faster than a tech stock?
In Santa Barbara, the answer unfolds across oceanfront estates and backcountry cabins alike. Whether you’re a seasoned homeowner, a first-time buyer, or someone dreaming of a foothold on the California coast, the 2025 market is giving everyone a reason to pay attention.
This mid-year report offers a closer look at the trends shaping Santa Barbara’s real estate landscape: a surge in sales activity, impressive price growth, expanding (but still limited) inventory, and how we stack up against the broader California and national markets. But to understand where we’re headed, it helps to look back…