Gary Goldberg
Trusted experience. Proven results. Over $1 billion in sales. 30+ years in real estate
With more than $1 billion in sales since 2000 and 32 years of being in business, Gary brings exceptional market knowledge, strategic insight, and personal attention to every transaction.
His Santa Barbara real estate career began with the founding of Coastal Properties, which grew from a rental business into a successful full-service residential brokerage. During the 2005-2006 real estate boom, Gary closed more than $120 million in sales. Santa Barbara Board of Realtors statistics have consistently ranked him among the area’s top professionals in both sales volume and transactions.
As a working broker, Gary combines effective online marketing with carefully selected print advertising while remaining personally involved throughout the process. His background as a practicing attorney also gives him valuable insight into identifying potential issues and navigating the complexities of real estate transactions.
A dedicated family man and father of two, Gary has contributed extensively to the local community. He has volunteered with the Santa Barbara Board of Realtors, currently serves on its Professional Standards and Grievance Committees, and taught Real Estate Law and Practice at Santa Barbara City College for 20 years. He has also supported numerous local charities and community organizations.
Gary measures his success not only by his sales record, but by the lasting relationships, repeat clients, and referrals he has earned through integrity, expertise, and attentive service.
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Our clients say...
“I had the pleasure of working with Gary to successfully close two escrows! Gary is incredibly knowledgeable about the market, and his professionalism and responsiveness to calls and emails throughout the entire process made everything seamless. I was especially impressed by his negotiation skills and his dedication to helping me find the right home and cross the finish line. Gary’s team is also a pleasure to work with and is always willing to help. I would highly recommend Gary to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.” — Katrina Lui
“We could not have had a better experience with Gary. He explained everything! Gary explained everything he would do to sell our property It was truly amazing the coverage he gave our home picture and videos we really had never experienced anything like it If we had a question and called him he always answered , or called right back Gary and his team were so very kind and caring to make us feel at ease with everything From beginning to close of sale we couldn’t praise him and his team.” — August and Sylvia Minke
“Unwavering support and expert guidance! Gary was an incredible asset throughout my home-buying and selling journey. Not only did he help me stay firm on the price I needed, but he also navigated the complexities of working with the seller to extend escrow, giving me the time I needed to secure financing, even as the financing process sent me through multiple pulls and complications. His guidance went beyond the practical aspects, he supported me through the emotional ups and downs of buying and selling. In a transaction with many moving parts, he provided invaluable mentorship, making the process smoother and more manageable. His dedication and expertise truly made a difference.” — Michelle Burmester

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