Local Roots in Santa Barbara Real Estate

I’m Ursula Santana, a licensed California Realtor® (DRE #01965452) with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties. I grew up in Santa Barbara and am now raising my family here on the Central Coast. With over a decade of experience in Santa Barbara real estate, I specialize in helping families, executors, trustees, and seniors manage the unique challenges of probate home sales, trust property sales, and senior downsizing.

Probate & Trust Real Estate Expertise

My focus is clear: supporting clients through the complex process of selling homes in probate and trust administration. I work closely with attorneys and fiduciaries to align the real estate process with legal timelines, while never offering legal advice.

I provide:

• Probate home sale guidance for executors, heirs, and beneficiaries in Santa Barbara, Montecito, Goleta, Lompoc, and the Santa Ynez Valley.

• Trustee support in preparing, pricing, and marketing trust properties for maximum exposure and results.

• SRES® (Senior Real Estate Specialist) services for homeowners who need relocation assistance, estate clean-outs, or downsizing support.

Every probate or trust sale is unique, but my role is always the same: to simplify the real estate side of the process and reduce stress for families.

Authority, Recognition & Results

• Ranked in the top 2% of Realtors in 2024 for sales transactions.

• Recognized as a trusted Santa Barbara probate Realtor by local attorneys, fiduciaries, and past clients.

• Known for full-service real estate support that extends beyond listing homes — including estate clean-outs, vendor management, donation coordination, and light repairs.

• Regularly publish executor and trustee guides on probate and trust sales in Santa Barbara County, helping families understand the process from start to finish.

Why Families Trust My Approach

Executors and trustees choose me because I offer compassionate guidance, specialized probate and trust real estate knowledge, and proven Santa Barbara market expertise. I combine top marketing with the help of my marketing team with probate-specific strategies such as disclosure alignment, overbid awareness, and communication with attorneys or fiduciaries.

I also understand the emotional side of these sales. Many of my clients are navigating family transitions, grief, or relocation. My step-by-step probate home sale process keeps everyone informed, organized, and confident.

Community, Family & Senior Focus

As a licensed Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES®), I help clients with downsizing, estate sales, relocation, and trust property sales. My vendor network includes movers, haulers, stagers, and repair professionals — making it easier for families to manage every stage of the process.

I’m proud that my family has been part of the Central Coast community for generations. This isn’t just where I work — it’s where I live, raise my children, and build lasting relationships with clients who often become friends.

Areas Served

I proudly represent clients in:
Santa Barbara • Montecito • Goleta • Santa Ynez Valley • Lompoc

Specializing in probate and trust real estate sales, executor and trustee support, estate clean-outs, and senior real estate services.

Ready to Start?

If you’re facing a probate or trust home sale in Santa Barbara County, or if you’re a senior homeowner considering downsizing or relocation, you need a Realtor® with local expertise, specialized training, and a proven track record.