2026, Let’s Friggin’ GO!
Welcome, I’m Geoffrey Ravenhill 👋
I’m excited to share that I officially received my California real estate license on January 7th and joined eXp Realty, one of the largest & fastest growing brokerages in the world.
After nearly 25 years calling Santa Barbara home, and spending much of that time real estate adjacent through construction and investing, I now work with homeowners and buyers across the South Coast, including Santa Barbara, Montecito, Goleta, Carpinteria, and Summerland, whether they are planning a move soon or simply thinking ahead.
Each week my goal is to speak with more than 250 new local homeowners. Some are preparing to list. Some are considering off market options. Others are mapping moves one to five years out. Those conversations create real insight into supply, pricing pressure, and emerging opportunities before they become obvious.
A fun fact is that about 25% of homes in the greater Santa Barbara area sell off-market. The take-home is that if you aren’t working with a great realtor, you are likely missing these opportunities, on the buy and sell sides.
I launched The Ravenhill Report for one simple reason: to deliver actionable local real estate insights in 90 seconds or less. These are conversation starters, so you can make smarter decisions and ultimately get more, whether you are buying, selling, or planning ahead.
Every Thursday you will receive clear insights, real data, and all sorts of curated links to help you want to go deeper.
If you would ever like to talk through your property or long term plans, I am always happy to chat.
Santa Barbara Market Snapshot
Santa Barbara, Montecito, Goleta, Summerland & Carpinteria.
Median
List Price
$2.8M
(Current Market)
New
Listings
33
(New Listings last 30days))
Listings (Active/Pending)
289/49
(New Listings last 30days)
Days on Market
& CDOM
44/88
(Median DOM & Cumulative DOM)
% with Price
Reductions
33%
(% of listings with price reductions)
Median Price
Change
-5.8%
(Median Percentage Price Change)
Buyer Strategy Insight
Roughly a third of South Coast listings have reduced their price. That’s your leverage. Target homes sitting 30+ days — especially those with a recent cut — and negotiate from strength (credits, rate buydowns, or price). Santa Barbara isn’t a “discount” market. But disciplined buyers can create opportunity where sellers overshot. Smart timing beats perfect timing. Let's formulate a game plan.
Seller Strategy Insight
About one in three competing listings have reduced their price in this current market. Don’t join them. In Santa Barabara, momentum matters these days. Homes priced correctly from day one attract more attention and stronger offers. Overpricing doesn’t create demand, it creates hesitation and looky loos. Launch sharp. Stay competitive. Protect your equity.
A Final Note
Let’s Game Plan Your Next Move.
Real estate decisions don’t have to be urgent to be important.
Staying informed is often the advantage.
If you ever want to talk through your property, timing, or long-term plans, I’m always happy to be a sounding board.
Until next week,
Geoffrey
Geoffrey Ravenhill
Santa Barbara Real Estate Agent
eXp Realty of California
805.319.9969
[email protected]
RavenhillRealty.com
DRE 02395170
First-time Home & Senior Downsizing Specialist
Life is short. Enjoy the ride..
Santa Barbara Real Estate, done differently.
