House$2,200,000
Santa Barbara
5 bd 4 ba 236 m²
Santa Barbara real estate: coastal homes on California's Central Coast
281 homes and apartments for sale in Santa Barbara, United States.
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Properties for sale in Santa Barbara
24 properties shown
House
Commercial property$1,495,000
Santa Barbara
4 bd 3 ba 181 m²
House$2,950,000
Santa Barbara
4 bd 4 ba
House$7,995,000
Santa Barbara
5 bd 4 ba 384 m²
Apartment$2,895,000
Santa Barbara
3 bd 4 ba 247 m²
House$3,095,000
Santa Barbara
4 bd 3 ba 169 m²
House$2,775,000
Santa Barbara
5 bd 5 ba 316 m²
Apartment$1,035,000
Santa Barbara
3 bd 2 ba 130 m²
House$5,650,000
Santa Barbara
4 bd 3 ba 296 m²
House$1,359,000
Santa Barbara
3 bd 3 ba 98 m²
House$1,995,000
Santa Barbara
2 bd 2 ba 206 m²
House$10,495,000
Santa Barbara
5 bd 5 ba 564 m²
House$299,000
Santa Barbara
2 bd 2 ba 41 m²
Apartment$1,450,000
Santa Barbara
2 bd 3 ba 143 m²
House$3,295,000
Santa Barbara
3 bd 2 ba 153 m²
House$2,395,000
Santa Barbara
3 bd 2 ba 123 m²
House$639,000
Santa Barbara
2 bd 2 ba 93 m²
House$1,329,000
Santa Barbara
2 bd 2 ba 85 m²
House$1,999,000
Santa Barbara
2 bd 1 ba 129 m²
House$1,150,000
Santa Barbara
3 bd 2 ba 123 m²
House$1,650,000
Santa Barbara
3 bd 1 ba 143 m²
House$1,275,000
Santa Barbara
3 bd 2 ba 112 m²
Apartment$775,000
Santa Barbara
1 bd 1 ba 80 m²
House$2,495,000
Santa Barbara
3 bd 2 ba 139 m²
Buyer's guide: Santa Barbara
Our Santa Barbara real estate feed has 281 listings, with a median asking price of €2,319,864 (shown in euros), putting it among the priciest coastal markets in the US. The city runs between the Pacific and the Santa Ynez mountains, with Spanish-style architecture, a working harbour and a walkable downtown.
The price picture
Figures are asking prices from current listings on RealEstateAbroad. The spread is very wide: the middle half runs from €1.3m to over €4m.
| Measure | Santa Barbara |
|---|---|
| Listings | 281 |
| Median asking price | €2,319,864 |
| Range (p25-p75) | €1,300,733 - €4,018,416 |
| Price per m² | €12,321 |
| Median size | 175 m² |
Houses, condos and bedrooms
Houses account for 217 listings, condos and apartments for 59, and commercial property for 5. Three-bedroom homes lead with 99, then 71 two-bed, 52 four-bed, 47 with five or more, 11 one-bed and 1 studio. The ability to find a small condo is the way into the market; our US apartment page shows more options.
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Neighbourhoods and surroundings
The Riviera and Mesa neighbourhoods have ocean views and varied stock, downtown is built around State Street and the Funk Zone, and Montecito next door is one of the most exclusive addresses in California. Amtrak and a small airport serve the city, and the University of California Santa Barbara is in nearby Goleta. Compare Montecito, Carpinteria, Ventura, Ojai and Oxnard.
The coastal setting brings wildfire, mudslide and flood risk, so insurance and hillside engineering reports are crucial. The 2018 debris flow in Montecito is a reminder of why.
Costs and rules
No national ban applies to foreign buyers of US homes, though lenders ask for larger deposits. California reassesses property tax on purchase, at about 1% of the price plus local charges, and a documentary transfer tax applies on sale. On a later sale, FIRPTA may withhold 15% of proceeds. Use a licensed escrow and title company and consider a local tax adviser.
Read our US buying guide and US financing page, or head to the United States overview.
Last updated 8 October 2026
Buying property in Santa Barbara: FAQ
Why is Santa Barbara so expensive?
Supply is limited between the mountains and the sea, and demand from wealthy domestic and international buyers is strong. The median is €2,319,864, at €12,321 per m².
Can I find a home under €1 million?
The lower quartile is €1,300,733, so options below €1m are limited and usually small condos.
Is wildfire a concern?
Yes, particularly for hillside homes. Check insurance availability and defensible-space rules before you buy.
How does Santa Barbara compare with Montecito?
Montecito is generally pricier and more secluded, while Santa Barbara has more variety, including condos and smaller homes.
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