Santa Barbara Real Estate

10/23/2026

Rising Rates, Rising Inventory… What's Next? - https://mailchi.mp/c1cbb7353dd0/rising-rates-rising-inventory-whats-next-6753919

10/22/2026

Buying in Santa Barbara and have an extra $50K? Here are two ways to use it on a $1.5M home with 20% down.

A: Put it down. Loan drops to $1.15M, payment goes from $8,701 to $8,338. That's $363 a month back.

B: Buy down the rate. Same $1.2M loan at about 6.83% = $7,847. That's $854 a month back, and it pays for itself in about 5 years.

Which is better depends on how long you'll keep the home, your cash, and your plans. Swipe through, then call or text me and I'll run your real numbers: 805-323-9323

Justin Etherton | Etherton Real Estate Group | eXp Realty | DRE # 01906052 |

Example only, not a loan offer. Rates vary by lender.

10/08/2026

Your next chapter in Goleta may have just arrived 🏡✨

Just listed at 6713 Calle Koral, this inviting 3-bedroom, 3-bath home offers 1,624 square feet of comfortable living space in a sought-after Goleta setting. Priced at $1,250,000, it’s a wonderful opportunity to enjoy space, style, and the laid-back Santa Barbara lifestyle.

Come see it for yourself at the open house this Saturday, October 10th, from 2–5 PM. Bring your questions, your wish list, and anyone who’s searching for home!

Message us for more details or share this with someone who should see it 👇

10/08/2026

A newer Goleta home with space, style, and resort-style amenities just hit the market! ✨

Welcome to 6713 Calle Koral—an inviting end-unit residence in the highly desirable Village at Los Carneros. Built in 2019, this 3-bedroom, 3-bath home offers approximately 1,624 square feet of bright, thoughtfully designed living space, plus an oversized 2-car garage for vehicles, bikes, beach gear, and more.

Enjoy an open floor plan, upgraded flooring, air conditioning, solar panels, and contemporary finishes. Community amenities include a pool, spa, parks, walking trails, gardens, BBQ areas, basketball, bocce ball, and more—all conveniently located near UCSB, beaches, shopping, and dining.

Listed at $1,250,000. Message us for details or to schedule a private showing! 🏡

10/08/2026

10/06/2026

https://mailchi.mp/2909d20a6112/hot-weather-higher-rates-a-changing-market 🔥 Santa Barbara is HOT—and the real estate market is changing. Higher mortgage rates are making buyers more selective, but limited inventory continues to support our local market. That means sellers need to price strategically while buyers may finally find more negotiating opportunities. 🏡 Plus, Santa Barbara landlords have major rent-control and rental-registry changes to watch. Read my latest market update!

09/29/2026

A rare Santa Barbara retreat just became an even better opportunity. 🌿

The price has been reduced to $1,790,000 for this peaceful Sycamore Canyon property, offering nearly 0.8 acres, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and approximately 1,959 square feet of flexible living space. Enjoy a thoughtfully updated main home, a detached studio ADU with income potential, mature fruit trees, a seasonal creek, solar with battery storage, and a wraparound deck made for relaxing under the stars.

Best of all, you’re just minutes from downtown Santa Barbara and the beach—yet surrounded by nature and privacy. Opportunities like this don’t come along often, and the price improvement makes it worth a closer look.

Want to see it in person? Send a message or schedule your private showing today! ✨

09/29/2026

Your next Goleta chapter may be waiting at Calle Koral ✨

Freshly listed in the desirable Village at Los Carneros, this 2-bedroom, 3-bath home offers approximately 1,564 square feet of light-filled living space. Built in 2017, it features two private en-suite bedrooms, an open floor plan, upgraded flooring, air conditioning, solar panels, modern finishes, and an oversized 2-car garage with room for bikes, beach gear, and more.

Enjoy resort-style community amenities, including a pool, spa, kiddie pool, BBQ areas, outdoor fireplace, and basketball court—all for $1,100,000 🏡

Want to see it in person? Send a message or comment “KORAL” for details and a private showing.

09/24/2026

https://mailchi.mp/3a8b66f40c6a/high-rates-picky-buyers-wheres-the-opportunity 🧮 Here's Where the Math Gets Interesting

Let's use a hypothetical example:

Spring 2026
🏡 Purchase Price: $1,000,000
📈 Interest Rate: 6.25%
💰 Approx. Principal & Interest: $5,300/month

Winter 2026/27
🏡 Purchase Price: $900,000
📈 Interest Rate: 7.25%
💰 Approx. Principal & Interest: $5,286/month

09/18/2026

A beautiful Santa Barbara home has officially found its new owners! 🎉

Congratulations to the buyers and sellers of 959 Palermo Dr—a spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offering 1,725 square feet of comfort and style. With a successful sale at $2,225,000, this property is a wonderful reminder that thoughtful preparation, strategic marketing, and local expertise make a difference.

Thinking about selling your Santa Barbara home? Let’s talk about how to position your property for the best possible result. Send me a message or comment below—I’d love to help you take the next step. 🏡