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Highly Recommended · 100+ reviews
Most reviewed
127 Google reviews, 4.8★
Longest established
20+ years in business
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2020 Alameda Padre Serra #220, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Blue Horizon Management Company is a Santa Barbara firm with over 25 years of experience managing residential rentals and HOAs in Santa Barbara, Goleta, Carpinteria, Montecito, Isla Vista and nearby communities.
In their words: “We specialize exclusively in the management of unfurnished residential rental units.”
Review summary: Reviewers mention smooth move-ins and tenant transfers along with helpful, professional staff.
7 W Figueroa St #300, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Utopia Property Management has a Santa Barbara office and is part of Utopia, a management company with over 30 years in business across the West Coast. Locally it manages homes, condos, apartments and commercial properties in Santa Barbara, Goleta and Carpinteria.
In their words: “As an owner, you have access to an online portal that stores important documents related to your rental, houses past statements, and allows for easy communication with our team.”
Review summary: Tenants often mention fast repairs, smooth move-ins and well-kept properties.
1117 State St L6, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Foothill Property Management is a Santa Barbara company with over three decades of experience managing residential rentals in Santa Barbara and nearby areas, with a bilingual staff that has a background in real estate law.
In their words: “We're also bilingual, which helps us serve a wider range of tenants and owners across Santa Barbara.”
Review summary: Tenants and owners often mention quick, easy communication and a helpful, honest manager.
Serves the Santa Barbara area · no public office address, so no map pin
AB Estate Management serves the Santa Barbara area, caring for high-end estates and private residences in Montecito, Santa Barbara and Carpinteria for mostly absentee owners, with roots in a firm dating to 1995.
In their words: “AB Estate Management acts as your representative with all providers and is on-call 24/7 to handle all emergencies, at a fraction of the cost of an on-site manager.”
Review summary: Owners and vendors often describe a quick, diligent manager who solves problems at any hour.
7 W Figueroa St Ste 318, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Mission City Property Management is a Santa Barbara company managing single-family homes and multi-family property in Santa Barbara, Montecito, Carpinteria and Goleta for both new and experienced landlords.
In their words: “In the face of tenant eviction or lease violations, our services act as a robust buffer, ensuring you're shielded from both emotional strain and fiscal concerns.”
Review summary: Owners and tenants often mention clear, responsive communication, fair deposit handling and hands-on help with leasing.
Lemon Tree Management is a small Santa Barbara company focused on managing residential income property in Santa Barbara and Montecito.
In their words: “We utilize electronic transfer of funds for our renters and owners through one of our technology partners, Paylease.”
Review summary: Owners and renters often describe responsive, professional managers who handle issues quickly.
555 N San Marcos Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
Grasse Property Management is a Goleta-area company managing apartments, single-family homes and beach vacation rentals in Santa Barbara and Carpinteria.
In their words: “We offer a full range of property management services, including property marketing, tenant screening, rent collection, property maintenance, and more.”
Review summary: Tenants and owners often describe an attentive, easy-to-reach manager who responds right away.
1187 Coast Village Rd Ste 302, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
King & Company is a Santa Barbara company that manages distinctive homes, luxury estates and investment property in Santa Barbara and Montecito, with work in Westlake Village, the Conejo Valley and Malibu.
In their words: “King & Company has recently expanded with the opening of its new Westlake Village office, extending its personalized property management and real estate services into the Conejo Valley.”
133 E De La Guerra St #182, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Velo Management is a Santa Barbara company focused on commercial properties and multi-family projects in Santa Barbara County, with clients also in Los Angeles, Ventura and Northern California.
Central Coast Real Estate is a Santa Barbara company managing residential and commercial property in Santa Barbara, Goleta, Carpinteria, Summerland, the Santa Ynez Valley and San Luis Obispo, with brokerage services.
In their words: “By enforcing the applicable sections of a tenant’s lease and advocating on your behalf we can resolve payment issues quickly and ensure that you receive rents on time.”
Review summary: Most tenants describe available, kind and responsive staff and prompt communication.
Serves the Santa Barbara area · no public office address, so no map pin
Management Innovations has served apartment residents and investors since 1992, managing only apartment complexes of 50 units and larger in Ventura, Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties.
In their words: “Management Innovations, Inc. is a full-service real estate investment and management company specializing exclusively in apartment complexes 50 units and larger.”
Miramar Group is a Santa Barbara development, brokerage and management firm that oversees industrial, retail, restaurant and bar spaces and multi-tenant destinations rather than residential rentals.
In their words: “Miramar Group is a Santa Barbara Real Estate business established in Development, Brokerage, and Management.”
1608 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Palm & Oak Property Management is a Santa Barbara company that provides residential, estate and commercial property management in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties.
2020 Alameda Padre Serra Ste 102, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Ultimate Property Management is a Santa Barbara company that manages and leases residential, student housing and commercial property in Santa Barbara, Montecito, Hope Ranch, Summerland, Carpinteria and Goleta, and also markets homes for sale.
3112 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Chris Agnoli Property Management is a Santa Barbara company that manages rental homes and investment properties in Santa Barbara, San Roque, Goleta, Montecito and Carpinteria.
In their words: “Chris Agnoli Property Management offers a wide-range of property management services from simple tenant placement to full management and maintenance.”
Review summary: Tenants and owners often describe a friendly, professional manager who resolves issues quickly and communicates well.
Bristol Property Management is a Santa Barbara company, led by a principal with over 25 years of experience, managing commercial property such as multi-tenant retail and office, along with residential property, in Santa Barbara County.
10 E Yanonali St Ste 52, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Dwell Property Management is a Santa Barbara company offering residential and multi-family apartment management, from single-family homes to multi-unit buildings, and also helps clients buy and sell property.
Serves the Santa Barbara area · no public office address, so no map pin
Miramar Lane Management serves the Santa Barbara area, managing short-term vacation rentals, long-term rentals and estates in Santa Barbara, Santa Ynez and Lake Tahoe with concierge-style service.
In their words: “We work on a variety of properties including Short Term Rentals, Long Term Rentals, and Estate Management.”
5266 Hollister Ave Ste 121, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
Old Coast Property Management is a Goleta company that provides homeowner association management, including accounting, financial services and supervision of building maintenance and on-site activities.
401 Chapala St Apt 217, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Property Fullservice is a Santa Barbara property concierge company that looks after single-family estates for owners, keeping homes ready and running at all times.
3463 State St #291, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Sunset Management Services is a Santa Barbara company offering full-service management of residential and commercial properties throughout Santa Barbara County.
In their words: “Price rentals using various tools, includes rental rate data of actual rents collected within your area.”
Sierra Property Management is a Goleta company, in business since 1993, managing single-family homes, apartments, student housing in Isla Vista and commercial, office and retail property across Santa Barbara County.
In their words: “We preview all properties before we consider adding it to our portfolio and pride ourselves in the quality of service for clients and not the quantity of clients we manage.”
5290 Overpass Rd Bldg D, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
Meridian Group Real Estate Management is a Goleta company managing homes, condos, apartment complexes, Isla Vista student housing, commercial space and storage units across Santa Barbara County.
In their words: “Meridian Group offers over 2,000 residential units, including single-family homes, condos, and multi-unit complexes throughout Santa Barbara County-there’s something for everyone!”
Cochrane Property Management is a Santa Barbara company, founded in 1990, managing apartments and single-family homes in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties.
In their words: “This includes convenient owner and tenant portals, online payments, and comprehensive digital reporting.”
Review summary: Tenants often mention prompt maintenance, responsive staff and courteous communication.
Wolfe & Associates Property Services was established in 1971 and manages, leases and maintains apartments, houses and commercial property across the tri-counties of San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara and Ventura, including Goleta and Isla Vista.
In their words: “In conjunction with the management team, we employ full-time maintenance technicians.”
Review summary: Tenants often mention friendly, responsive staff, quick repairs and an easy application process.
924 Laguna St Ste b, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
LYNX Property Management is a Santa Barbara firm drawing on over 35 years of experience, managing income properties such as office, retail, medical and industrial buildings and multi-family housing.
The Koto Group is a Santa Barbara company with a team in San Luis Obispo that manages residential rental communities and homes in both areas, with a focus on the resident experience.
In their words: “Report rental payments to Experian Rent Bureau with positive rental payment data to provide our residents with the opportunity to get credit for their on-time rental payments.”
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Get the latest rental and real estate data on the Santa Barbara market. We update these charts with the latest data on the 22nd of each month.
Rents in Santa Barbara are $363 above the Santa Barbara County typical.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Rent rose in 7 of the last 12 months: +$134 in all since Oct 2025.
Green: rent went up that month. Grey: it went down.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Santa Barbara's typical asking rent is $363 (11.1%) above the county. The gap is growing compared with a year ago.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Santa Barbara is number 3 of 5 cities in the county by typical asking rent.
Cities with at least 13 months of Zillow data. Left out (too few months): Isla Vista, Montecito. Linked cities have their own page.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed, 1-year change. Data through September 2026.
Rents here usually rise most in February, March and May, so those are good months to list your rental.
Average change from the month before, 10 years of data.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Past growth, not a forecast. Rents can go down as well as up. Your own rent depends on the home, its condition and the lease.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
| City | Typical rent | 1 year | Managers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Barbara | $3,642 | +3.8% | 27 |
| Montecito | $18,039 | 3 | |
| Goleta | $3,838 | +1.5% | 2 |
| Carpinteria | $4,679 | +13.9% | 2 |
| Ojai | $3,747 | 1 | |
| San Buenaventura (Ventura) | $2,898 | +3.4% | 23 |
| Oxnard | $2,894 | +0.4% | 10 |
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, data through September 2026. Managers listed: our directory, October 2026.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates, 2020-2024.
Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Fair Market Rents for fiscal year 2027, Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA MSA. Used to set Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) limits.
Official sources: California Attorney General: limits on rent increases · California Courts: evictions · Civil Code 1947.12 (rent cap) · Civil Code 1946.2 (just cause)
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Compare the 27 property management companies in Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara County. We matched a current California real estate license for 16 of them. Tick up to 3 to see them side by side, then request free quotes from all of them in one step. Highly rated managers based nearby, in Carpinteria and Montecito, are listed below the local companies.
Zillow's typical asking rent in Santa Barbara is $3,642 (September 2026); +3.8% over the past year and +28.4% over five years. About 60.1% of homes in Santa Barbara are rented, and the rental vacancy rate is 2.9% (Census, 2020-2024).
We list 27 property management companies in Santa Barbara, CA: 24 with an office in the city and 3 that serve the area from elsewhere or without a public office address. 16 of them have a License Confirmed badge: a clear match to an active California real estate license.
Zillow's typical asking rent in Santa Barbara was $3,642 a month in September 2026, +3.8% on a year earlier.
Over the 10 years Zillow has tracked, asking rents here have risen most in February, March and May. Listing in those months can help, but every property is different.
Yes. In California, managing rentals for other people generally requires a real estate broker license from the Department of Real Estate (DRE), or working under a licensed broker. You can check any license number on the DRE website.
Fees depend on the company, the property and the services you need, and few companies publish them. Ask for a written quote that lists the monthly fee, leasing fee and any other charges. You can request quotes from up to 3 managers at once on this page.
The default order, Best match, uses each company's Google rating adjusted for how many reviews it has, so a 4.8 rating from 100 reviews ranks above a 5.0 from 2. License Confirmed companies get a small boost. No company can pay for its position.
Yes. Requesting quotes is free for property owners and there is no obligation to hire anyone.