May brought a shift in pace across South Santa Barbara County, with overall sales up 4% year-over-year but moderating from the rapid growth of previous months—a healthy breather for the broader market. In Montecito, while the number of closings dipped from early 2025 levels, pricing surged. The median sale price jumped 41% year-over-year to $6.8M, driven by a wave of high-end activity.

 

At Riskin Partners, May was an exceptionally active month. We closed two significant sales: Picacho Lane (offered at $19.5M) and 790 Buena Vista Drive (offered at $8.5M), and put another 5 properties under contract. We are excited to say we currently have 15 transactions under contract. As summer begins, buyer energy remains high, particularly in the under $20M segment of the Montecito market.

We’re proud to share that Riskin Partners Estate Group has been ranked the #5 small team in the nation across all brokerages. This milestone reflects the incredible clients, colleagues, and community who make our work so meaningful. Your trust is the foundation of everything we do, and we’re deeply grateful.

Summer is here, and with it comes the allure of the coast. Our latest listings capture the essence of the season: long golden days, ocean breezes, and uninterrupted views that stretch to the horizon. Interest remains high, especially for properties with privacy and breathtaking ocean views. Discover the homes that make summer feel endless.

 

We’re pleased to share the recent sales of two exceptional properties: the historic Greystone estate at 790 Buena Vista Drive and a prestigious retreat on coveted Picacho Lane.

 

Just over the hills from Montecito, the landscape opens. The ocean mist gives way to golden valleys, rolling vineyards, and wide blue skies. Welcome to Santa Ynez. Where time slows down, the air smells of lavender and oak, and every detail feels just a little more intentional. This isn’t just wine country. It’s a lifestyle, one rooted in rhythm and stillness, in land and light. And for those who’ve made Santa Ynez home, it’s the balance they’ve been seeking all along.

Big congrats to RP kiddos Banks and Leo on graduating!