Business Details
30 Years
experience
Your Trusted Santa Barbara Real Estate Experts
Founded in 1996 by Renee Grubb and her business partner, Village Properties has established itself as a premier real estate firm dedicated to the Santa Barbara region. Our mission centers on fostering deep connections between people and places through highly trained agents and a commitment to community service. With a focus on local market expertise, we provide tailored real estate solutions for residential, commercial, and specialized properties including ranches, vineyards, and estates. Our team of over 180 agents combines global affiliations with local knowledge to deliver exceptional service. We prioritize agent development through ongoing training, cutting-edge technology, and comprehensive support staff across marketing, operations, and finance.Community involvement remains core to our values, with agents actively participating in education, volunteering, and nonprofit initiatives. Our reputation as Santa Barbara's leading independent real estate firm is built on over $23.5B in lifetime sales and 14,100+ transactions. We maintain three primary offices in Montecito, Santa Barbara, and Santa Ynez to better serve our clients. Our unique approach combines personalized attention with professional-grade marketing strategies for both buyers and sellers. Through strategic partnerships like Forbes Global Properties, we offer international reach while maintaining local expertise.
Services
Residential Sales
Commercial Real Estate
Luxury Property Sales
Trust & Estate Management
New Construction Marketing
Ranch & Vineyard Sales
Probate Real Estate
Land Development
Equestrian Property Sales
Global Real Estate Network
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of Santa Barbara real estate expertise with $23.5B+ in lifetime sales
- Our 180+ agents receive ongoing training and support from dedicated marketing professionals
- We maintain three local offices for better community accessibility and market knowledge
- Our global affiliations provide international exposure while maintaining local expertise
- We specialize in complex transactions including trusts, estates, and luxury properties
Associations and certifications
- Forbes Global Properties
Services
Residential Real Estate Sales
Our residential real estate services combine local market expertise with global marketing reach. With 180+ trained agents and three local offices, we provide personalized representation for home sellers and buyers. Our comprehensive approach includes professional staging, targeted marketing campaigns, and strategic pricing analysis to maximize property value.
Luxury Property Representation
Specializing in high-end properties valued up to $65M, we offer tailored marketing strategies for luxury estates. Our agents have closed 14,100+ transactions with expertise in showcasing premium features like private beaches, vineyards, and equestrian facilities. We leverage global networks to connect with qualified luxury buyers.
Commercial Real Estate
Village Properties Commercial Group handles sales and leasing for retail, office, industrial, and mixed-use properties. Our team provides market analysis, lease negotiations, and investment advisory services. We represent both landlords and tenants in optimizing commercial real estate transactions across Santa Barbara County.
Trust and Estate Services
We specialize in handling real estate transactions for trusts, estates, and probate situations. Our experienced agents assist trustees with property preparation, marketing, and sale execution. We coordinate professional services for property cleaning, inspections, and beneficiary communication to simplify the estate settlement process.
New Construction Marketing
Our new construction services support developers with site selection, market positioning, and sales strategies. We provide pricing guidance, marketing plan development, and sales team management for residential developments. Our team has experience with planned unit developments and luxury condominium projects.
Questions
What areas does Village Properties serve?
We specialize in Santa Barbara County with primary offices in Montecito, Santa Barbara, and Santa Ynez. Our service areas include Carpinteria, Summerland, Ojai, Goleta, and Ventura.
What types of real estate do you handle?
We represent residential, commercial, and specialized properties including luxury estates, vineyards, ranches, equestrian facilities, new construction developments, and trust/estate properties.
How does your luxury property marketing work?
Our luxury marketing combines professional photography, targeted digital campaigns, and global network exposure. We create custom marketing materials and leverage affiliations like Forbes Global Properties to reach qualified high-end buyers.
Do you offer property management services?
While we don't directly provide property management, we can connect you with trusted local management companies specializing in residential, commercial, and agricultural properties.
How are your agents trained and supported?
Our 180+ agents receive ongoing training, marketing support, and access to specialized teams including transaction coordinators, finance experts, and digital marketing professionals.
What makes Village Properties different from other firms?
We combine local expertise with global connections as an exclusive Forbes Global Properties member. Our agent development programs, three local offices, and $23.5B+ in lifetime sales set us apart as Santa Barbara's leading independent firm.
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