Buy Your Home in Santa Barbara with Zia Group
Buying a home is no small undertaking. It may even be the largest financial decision of your life. That's why it's so important to have a trusted team on your side, walking you through each step of the way and making sure nothing gets missed. As your guide, we are here to remove the guesswork and stress so that you can confidently make decisions throughout the process.
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We had such a wonderful experience working with Kimberly and truly can’t recommend her highly enough. From the very beginning, she was incredibly diligent, detail-oriented, and committed to helping us find not just a house, but the right house for our family. One of Kimberly’s greatest strengths is her communication. She was exceptionally responsive, clear,…
Kimberly is truly in a class of her own! Her experience, knowledge, attention to detail, kindness and professionalism consistently stands out amongst other realtors. Kimberly’s outstanding work helped me navigate a challenging purchase and I would highly recommend that you work alongside her!
We worked with Daniel and his team to purchase a second home in Santa Barbara. We visited many properties with Daniel on several occasions over the course of about 12 months, so we got to know him pretty well. Daniel is extremely professional and good at what he does. From the beginning of the process…
Kimberly Rockwell and her team did an amazing job helping me find and buy my dream home. She seamlessly navigated the seller’s requested 14-day escrow by using her responsive network of professionals to conduct and obtain every inspection, investigation and quote I needed to make a confident buying decision with time to spare. Rewinding the…
Daniel was very patient, knowledgeable, and a huge help when it came to making all the decisions that are involved with buying a home. He went above and beyond our expectations by continuing to be a valuable resource for us even after the contracts were signed.
Daniel Zia did a great job as both buyer and sellers agent. On the buy side he was able to get our current home for 5% below asking and on the sell side he got us 5% over asking. We completed two transactions in less than 60 days. Most realtors are untrustworthy but Daniel is…
We met Dan and his team several years ago when we bought our first house, after many of our friends had recommended him. We had used another realtor prior to the Zia Group when helping my in laws buy a condo here. Truth be told no one had ever given me a recommendation at that…
My family had a wonderful experience with the Zia Group! Daniel and Lynda were helpful, professional and patient with us throughout the whole process. Daniel was great at explaining options and the different scenarios.
Daniel Zia and his staff are exceptional at what they do and provide a world class experience in selling my home and finding me a property to purchase. It is rare to find a company that exceeds your expectations in every way. They priced my home fairly and set the stage to receive multiple offers…
Jon Gilkeson has been really professional and helpful in handing our concerns and questions assuring us a first time family home. We love the services and professionalism.
Daniel went above and beyond helping me determine whether an investment was worth it. He assessed risk and gave quality feedback in a kind and accessible manner.
Jon helps all his client’s real estate needs. Thank you Jon and the Zia group!
There is a reason Zia Group is one of the top real estate teams here in Santa Barbara and it is because of the quality employees that make up the team. Notably, our agent Kimberly Rockwell has really been a “rock” and a “rockstar” during our entire purchase cycle especially when we almost lost the…
Kimberly was amazing, she worked very hard to get us our perfect home. Her responsiveness, expertise, cheerfulness and energy were very much appreciated during what can be a stressful time. We have and will continue to recommend her to our friends and family.
Kimberly was awesome! She was super responsive and supportive in every step of helping our family find our SB Home!
Kimberly Rockwell was an amazing agent to work with during our search for a home in Santa Barbara. She was patient, kind, thorough and had a wealth of knowledge regarding real estate in Santa Barbara. She walked us through the whole process and made us feel comfortable buying a home, even during a pandemic. We…
Daniel Zia, Brittain Alexander and the entire Daniel Zia team were a delight to work with through my 3 recent real estate transactions (2 sell and 1 buy) complicated by COVID 19 pandemic restrictions. They helped me successfully navigate all 3 transactions to my satisfaction and I would heartily recommend their real estate services.
Working with Kimberly was critical for succeeding in buying in this ultra competitive market. She is so sweet, but she is a total shark in these multiple, multiple offer scenarios. With her guidance and strategies, we were able to CHOOSE between 2 great homes since our offers got accepted on both (both were backup offers…
Jon helped us get into our condo on an incredibly tight timeline. He was calm and patient when we were scattered and worried. After closing, Jon reassured us that he is still our realtor for life, and it’s true. He hasn’t ditched us. He still reaches out to say hello and makes recommendations for anything…
We worked with Alan Siebenaler to help us find and close on our dream Santa Barbara home. Alan’s professionalism, knowledge of the market and follow-through were decisive to get the property we wanted in such a competitive market. Thank you!
Kimberly Rockwell is by far the best realtor in Santa Barbara. She knows the area inside and out, is super responsive and will go out of her way to find you your dream home. She doesn’t put pressure on you and truly wants you to find the best fit for your family. She is always…
I really enjoyed working with Kimberly- as she is a true professional. She helped me in my search to buy my first home; she was patient, took the time to understand what was important for me, and proactively answered all my questions. I highly recommend Kimberly and the Zia group!
The 7th time was the charm! We put our faith in Kimberly Rockwell of the Zia Group after six failed bids using other brokers on prior homes—and her bidding strategy totally came through for us. We can’t thank her enough for helping us secure our new home.
Jon Gilkeson is easy to work with, a great communicator, and always knows just the right amount of attention and advice to provide. My wife and I loved working with him to buy our house. Even now while we’re not actively looking to buy or sell, Jon knows what we like and where we’re headed…
Kimberly Rockwell was fantastic to work with. She is responsive, knowledgeable, and trustworthy. She was able to make the buying experience fun for us and really helped us make competitive offers without overpaying. Would highly recommend working with her.
I recommend Jon Gilkeson. He knows what he does and will help you get your dream home. Thank you Jon and Zia Group.
Daniel and the Zia Group are awesome to work with! Top notch!
Daniel Zia and the Zia Group have partnered with our family on several real estate transactions in Santa Barbara and Goleta. Not only are they experts in getting the property sold or purchased they are able to consult on many aspects including staging; are adept at leveraging many forms of advertising (such as social platforms)…
Daniel Zia at Zia Group realtors in Santa Barbara and Montecito is our number one pick for a realtor! He’s efficient, responsive, personally invested in his client’s success, has endless contacts, and is a natural communicator. You definitely want him on your team!
Kimberly was amazing to work with! She helped us get into our dream home, and was an absolute delight to work with. Will recommend her to everyone searching for a home!
When my wife and I decided it was time to take the leap into home ownership, we struggled to find a fit with a realtor who could understand what we were looking for in a home as well as the values we believed in. Enter Daniel Zia and Brittain, these two took so much care…
Alan Siebenaler was a fantastic agent. He was patient and willing to show me places for nine months before I found the right home. He responded on short notice and often got me in to see a property within a day. Before I put in an offer, Alan put together an excellent comp analysis so…
Alan Siebenaler is engaging, intuitive, and so fun to partner with on the home-buying journey. I highly recommend him to anyone that is looking for a real estate agent that is knowledgeable about the area and in tune with the needs of his clients.
There’s nothing easy about buying a house in a hot market, which is why we were so glad to have Kimberly and Zia Group at our side. We spent most of 2020 working with Kimberly, first going to open houses and then private showings as COVID hit. Kimberly was always a joy to work with,…
Daniel and the whole team are exceptional! I’ve worked with them to both buy and sell properties, and they are world-class at what they do. They are always looking out for me throughout the process and make everything a breeze! I highly recommend them – trustworthy, professional, and a pleasure to work with!
I worked with Zia Group as the buyer’s agent for a property that I was selling. Their team was professional, competent, and even closed escrow ahead of schedule.
Daniel Zia has been an amazing resource for our family Real estate needs in Santa Barbara and Montecito. His approach and honesty has given us great comfort in both buying and selling several properties over the last few years. He has been extremely professional representing us on either the buy or sell side- We recommend…
I did a real estate transaction with Alan Siebenaler and he was professional, timely, and kept his word. Alan made what I thought would be a tricky transaction uneventful. True 5 star experience!
Kimberly is wonderful! She guided us through the home purchase process, answered all our question, and kept us at ease with her knowledge and enthusiasm.
Kimberly Rockwell is an amazing realtor. She made all the difference for us, first home owners, to make our dream to come true. Definitely we were be able to get what we wanted because of her. Recommend her and her team for everyone. Best of luck today and always!
I highly recommend Kimberly Rockwell as a real estate agent of the highest ability, and greatest character. She oversaw the purchase of our house in Santa Barbara and helped greatly with the sale of our house in Northern California. Without her we would not have been able to make this purchase nor sell our house…
It was great to have Kathleen and Kimberly help us find our “forever” home especially since we were out of state buyers. In addition when some work needed to be done before we moved in they recommended excellent people. When we finally arrived the house was ready for us to move in😊
My experience buying my first home with Ms. Kim Rockwell at Zia Group was amazing! She worked so hard to find the perfect house for me and my four boys. Ms. Rockwell was attentive, caring, and helped guide me through every step of the way. I highly recommend Ms. Rockwell and the Zia Group when…
Kimberly Rockwell was the listing agent of a house I was interested in buying. Instead of using a separate buyers agent, I had Kimberly Rockwell represent me. I had to pay over full asking price for the house to beat all the other offers. I think the seller did well, and I am happy I…
Kimberly is presently our agent and we are impressed by her professionalism and dedication to her work. Kimberly is responsive to our needs and questions and takes care of them immediately. We can highly recommend Kimberly!
I have a good long relationship with Kimberly Rockwell who is my #1 go to realtor. I have known Kimberly for all most 6 years. She helped me buying and selling our properties couple times. She is super friendly, professional and always think for her client. The Zia group is definitely the top notch realtors…
Both Kimberly Rockwell and Lynda Elliot were fabulous agents to work with in finding our home in Santa Barbara. They made the process and transition very easy for us and often times went above and beyond to ensure everything would go smoothly. They are dedicated to their work and put a lot of heart in…
Kimberly is awesome and fantastic to work with. We are so lucky to have someone like Kimberly on our side. She truly cares about our needs and interest.
Kimberly is my daughter, but also has been our trusted realtor. We had such a pleasant experience working with Kimberly on the purchase of or Santa Barbara home. She found us the perfect home! Moving from Grass Valley, Ca, she showed us the listing on Facetime. We drove to town Friday, made an offer on…
Kimberly has been an amazing resource and truly knows the Santa Barbara market. She is incredibly responsive and gives great advice. We have had a number of realtors over the years and we put her in the top of buyers’ agents with whom we have worked. Highly recommend!
Kimberly made our first time buyer experience feel comfortable and exciting. Her personal attention and enthusiasm and knowledge of the market ensured that our experience was phenomenal. We love our home. It’s perfect for us!
Kimberly is so warm, friendly, and is on top of it. So was so thoughtful and brought fun toys for our 2 little ones so we could focus on going through the homes.
My wife and I were delighted by Daniel and Natalie’s hospitality, attention to detail and overall professional attitude. As new home owners we felt nervous getting into the market, however Natalie came alongside us and guided us through the whole process never skipping a detail! We recommend Daniel and Natalie to every family and friend…
Our realtor was Kimberly Rockwell and I couldn’t have asked for a better realtor! Kimberly went above and beyond for us— without her we would never have been able to buy our first house, which we later sold and brought us to buying our next home in our dream neighborhood. Kimberly was there for our…
I highly recommend Kimberly Rockwell at Zia Group. She has helped us buy/sell twice. She made the process easy for us, she thinks of every detail, is extremely attentive, thorough, and helpful. She and Zia Group are fantastic!
Daniel Zia has helped us buy and sell multiple homes and he and his group have always been professional, super helpful and knowledgeable (especially with tricky situations during contract negotiations and escrow). We always recommend the Zia Group to our friends and family!
Daniel Zia helped our family purchase our first home in the Santa Barbara area. We greatly appreciate the pre-market opportunity he showed us in this competitive market. He helped us consider pros and cons and worked diligently while on vacation to finalize the terms. Thanks Daniel!
We worked with Daniel and the Zia Group when purchasing our first home and the experience could not have been any better. Daniel made sure we had all the information we needed and answered all our questions with patience and grace. We are so thankful to the team for helping us find a hidden gem…
We had the best experience with Daniel Zia and his team purchasing a home in Montecito. Daniel’s expertise during the negotiation phase allowed us to come up with creative offers that we felt excited about and comfortable with. During escrow, Daniel’s team provided excellent service to us as out-of-town buyers during Covid. They found creative…
We have worked with Daniel and the Zia Group twice now, first for the purchase of a condo, then the purchase of our home. We have always felt like we are getting the royal treatment from everyone on team Zia. The process was smooth, everything was explained, (and explained again for us new to buying…
We recently bought a Condo, through the Zia Group, and Kimberly Rockwell. We had a wonderful experience with Kimberly, who was remarkably attentive and supportive of all the issues that came up during our purchase and escrow. Our son and his family had recently used Kimberly to buy a Townhouse in Montecito, and also had…
Jon Gilkeson at Zia Group has a great reputation in Santa Barbara! He has worked with 3 dear friends of mine in their home buying process the last year, and each of them speaks so highly of their experience with him.
When we moved to the Santa Barbara area in 2014 we were referred to the Zia group during our house search. We were so pleased with them that when we were ready for retirement and moving back to our home in another state we reached out to Daniel and his team to help us sell…
Natalie and Daniel are a dream come true! From their expertise in the business to their compassion for their clients, the Zia Group has it all. I am so grateful for Natalie and Daniel helping me secure my dream home!
Jorden Angel is the best realtor in the area. Friendly, enthusiastic. He makes home buying simple, easy, and painless. Willing to go the extra mile for you. A wealth of advice, information, contacts to local contractors and other businesses. Highly recommended. Don’t regret going with another realtor.
I feel so fortunate to have found Jorden Angel from Zia group when I did. I have never purchased a home before and the process would have been a overwhelming, but Jorden was with us every step of the way. He made sure that we understood our options but more than that, our priorities were…
We contacted Jorden and told him we wanted to move asap. The odds were against him since the housing market has been insanely competitive, but he was able to find us an amazing home in such a short period of time! I wasn’t expecting to move for months, yet here we are moving into our…
We just purchase our first home, and Jorden Angel and Kimberly Rockwell made it happen for us! It was a long and emotional journey, but they lead us through the entire process with grace and ease. They are extremely knowledgeable, responsive, positive, and confident. We can’t imagine a better team to work with. They went…
The Zia Group, and specifically my agent Jorden Angel, were fantastic to work with and made buying a home in this crazy market so easy from start to finish! Jorden was extremely professional, was able to help find the perfect home, successfully negotiated our offer, and stayed on top of everything and answered any questions…
Jorden Angel is a literal angel. Jorden helped my parents (and I) find their dream home in beautiful Carpinteria. My parents had a really specific vision for the home they wanted, and over the course of 4+ months of finding the perfect home, Jorden was patient, thoughtful, consistent, whip smart and had a great attitude….
We recommend Jorden Angel 100% to represent you in the sale or purchase of your next home. Jorden is well versed in properties from Santa Barbara, to Montecito, Summerland, Carpinteria, and Ventura. Jorden represented us as Buyers. All real estate transactions are unique and require top end market intelligence, sales skill, persistence, diligence, and acute…
Daniel Zia represented me in selling my Santa Barbara home as well as purchasing a new home. The entire process was handled with ease and complete transparency. The Zia Group are highly professional and I recommend them for all your real estate needs.
Awesome Agent! Kimberly is not only super friendly and warm but also has the tenacity to fight for her clients. Thank you for getting us the home of our dreams, Kimberly!
Can’t praise Jorden Angel enough. This guy was with us every step of the way in our few months looking for our dream first home and not only worked day in and day out for us, but helped guide us through the process of buying a home and answered the many questions that came his…
I moved to Montecito 8 years ago. I have two homes in Montecito and one in Summerland (next to Montecito). I have worked with a handful of realtors in Montecito/Santa Barbara – and without question, Daniel Zia of The Zia Group, is far and away the best realtor (and his team) I have ever in…
Amazingly proactive and comprehensive reports and analysis. I’ve bought once and re-financed multiple times, so I’ve gotten these reports from others, and the Zia Group’s performance, flexibility and results were stellar and light years above the others. 6 stars if I could.
I bought my house with Daniel’s help ten years ago. He thought of many things I hadn’t considered (although I have owned homes before), and helped me through every aspect of the process. I speak positively about the Zia Group to anyone considering buying here and anytime local real estate is mentioned. This group has…
I can’t say enough great things about the Daniel Zia Group. From start to finish, they made the entire process smooth, professional, and stress-free. Their deep knowledge of the Santa Barbara market, attention to detail, and clear communication set them apart. What really stood out to me was how much they cared—not just about closing…
As first time home buyers, we could not have asked for a better introduction to the home buying process than was provided to us by Daniel Zia and his team. Daniel was eager and very capable to answer any question we had about purchasing a home, no matter how big or how small. He spent…
Honest, knowledgeable, patient, hard-working, with a great sense of humor. What more could you ask for in a Realtor? I would recommend Daniel to anyone looking to buy a home in the Santa Barbara area. Daniel will take care of you and will help you to find, and then own the home that is right…
We purchased our first home with the help of Daniel Zia and the Zia Group. Daniel was very helpful and patient with our many questions. He helped us make the right choices at each step of the process and we felt supported by Daniel and the Group the entire time. We highly recommend Daniel and…
Daniel was very patient, knowledgeable, and a huge help when it came to making all the decisions that are involved with buying a home. He went above and beyond our expectations by continuing to be a valuable resource for us even after the contracts were signed.
Daniel Zia helped my wife and I purchase our first home at a time when the market was on an upward swing with lots of buyers and very little inventory. Daniel was fast to respond to our questions and knows the micro-markets extremely well. He is very objective in providing a range of data about…
Daniel Zia helped us buy our first home. He was great to work with throughout the whole process and got us an amazing deal on the house! His connections in the community and expertise allowed us to overcome a long, complicated short sale and find the perfect lender. I would highly recommend Daniel and his…
My husband and I were first time buyers when we came to Dan, and knew little to nothing about the process of buying a home. Not only was Daniel an invaluable source of knowledge, advice, and information – he quickly became a kind of counselor to us, working with us through our questions and confusion,…
Daniel Zia is a very knowledgeable and helpful real estate agent. My wife and I found him to be honest, direct and highly personable in all of our interactions with him—which spanned a period of more than two years (while our previous home was on the market). During this time, he never seemed to be…
Daniel’s expertise is second to none. Daniel showed us probably dozens of homes over several years, yet he never pushed us to place an offer on a home we weren’t interested in. We did place several offers and each time his insight about offer terms, prices, etc. were very beneficial; not only for our eventual…
Daniel Zia knows his stuff. He has a fantastic knowledge of the area, knows the good deals from the bad ones and did a fantastic job of tailoring his searches to my needs. On top of that he is a pleasure to work with, both during and after the purchase. I always felt my happiness…
When my husband and I moved to Santa Barbara it was our 7th move in 22 years. This to say that we have extensive experience with Real Estate agents. Daniel Zia is — by far — the most professional, attentive, patient, focused, helpful, respectful, competent, honest and qualified agent we ever worked with. Moreover he…
Daniel was very professional and his negotiating skills are top notch. He found our dream home in just one weekend. Have been looking for five years and he came through to make it happen. Easy to reach almost anytime and one the most pleasant real estate deals I have ever had. I highly recommend his…
Daniel Zia was very helpful in guiding me through the experience of buying my first home. Everything worked out smoothly and efficiently despite quickly rebounding housing prices and an uncertain lending environment. He is a good resource for navigating the local market and connecting with other competent professionals throughout each stage of the process.
Daniel was very professional and was quick to respond to any questions we had. I have already recommended him to friends and will continue to do so for anyone that needs a realtor in the Santa Barbara area.
I worked with Daniel a couple of years ago to purchase from my first house and he made the process exceptionally easy. He was very flexible with scheduling and always available to show us another house until we found the one we were looking for. He worked closely will us and made sure we understood…
The Zia Group is an amazing team! Daniel helped us to find our house and get it for a great price. Daniel spent countless hours with us as we walked through properties, talking us through pros and cons of each one. He was very helpful and knowledgeable. I have had many friends who also used…
Very helpful, and responsive to our desires and needs. They took the time to learn our constraints and desires, steered us away from unrealistic and unreachable homes, and provided referrals to workmen who helped us change our home to achieve our desires.
Daniel did an outstanding job with helping us find the right house and the many possibilities the property could provide for us. He has provided outstanding service and recommendations for future improvements on our new amazing property! My husband and I were from out of state and Daniel has been a wealth of knowledge about…
Daniel and his team were awesome! The process was easy and simple and they were always available when I needed them. Jacob was very helpful and a very nice guy to work with. I would definitely use the Zia Group again!
We highly recommend Daniel Zia. He met our request and needs. He made the process of purchasing a home much easier. Especially because we are from out of town. He was very knowledgeable and patient with us.
Daniel is an expert in the local market. He got us our first home in an extremely competitive market and was able to tell us exactly what to expect and advised us on what to offer. I am sure that we wouldn’t be in our home if it weren’t for his expertise. He and the…
Very helpful, and responsive to our desires and needs. They took the time to learn our constraints and desires, steered us away from unrealistic and unreachable homes, and provided referrals to workmen who helped us change our home to achieve our desires
Great experience! Jon worked effectively on our behalf and had a seasoned team available for inspections, estimates and repairs. We’re very happy with our purchase and would use Jon’s services again.
Jon was extremely professional and helpful in purchasing our first home in Santa Barbara. He communicated with us throughout the process and helped us to find the perfect home and then hired and scheduled contractors for us as we were on a tight schedule to move in. We would highly recommend him and would definitely…
Jon’s instincts were very helpful in negotiating with the seller and proved critical to closing a deal with the sellers. He grew up in Santa Barbara and has excellent knowledge of the neighborhoods, and was always reachable whenever we needed. As first time homebuyers, we had a lot of questions, all of which were thoroughly…
Our experience with Daniel Zia and The Zia Group was great. Daniel leads a wonderful team. Everyone was friendly, helpful and professional. We would definitely go to back to Daniel for any future real estate needs. Daniel impressed us with his integrity and genuine regard for our interests. We highly recommend Daniel and The Zia…
Daniel Z. is 3 for 3 with us! When we decided to purchase our first condo with Daniel there was already an offer on it, but he knew how to make our offer stand out and we got the condo. Five years later we decided to upgrade to a new place, same scenario, same result….
Jon recently helped our family find the perfect home. He was relentless in seeking options but was very easy going making the process as stress-free as possible. He knows the market well and is cognizant of what is best for his clients. I would happily recommend Jon to any friend or family member when looking…
I knew Daniel was a good Real Estate agent but I had no idea how great him and his team actually are. Everyone on the team was extremely helpful and willing to go out of their way to make us happy. We were buying a home for the first time and they dealt with my…
Jon Gilkenson and the entire Zia Group team take buying and selling a home to a new level. Their knowledge, expertise and professionalism are above and beyond what we have experienced in our past real estate experiences (and we’ve had quite a few). We selected Daniel and Jon to be our agents after interviewing many…
I cannot speak highly enough of Daniel and the team at Zia Group. From our first meeting with Daniel, we were confident the Zia team would help us find the right property for us on our timeline, negotiate the best price for that property and walk us through the home buying process. As first time…
Daniel and His team provided us the right opportunity, were there every step of the way and made sacrifices to please: what else could you ask for? Maybe professionalism: didn’t have to ask they delivered at each turn. Amazing! RT in SB
I cannot say enough about Daniel Zia and his team. They helped me purchase and later sell my first home and made the entire process incredibly easy. They were patient with my “first time homebuyer” questions and they were there to assist every step of the way. I can’t imagine working with anyone else and…
Over the years I’ve purchased or sold homes over 20 times. This purchase through the Zia Group was one of the most professional and pleasant experiences I’ve encountered. Expert knowledge of homes and market analysis as well as superb negotiating on our behalf. The smoothest transaction I’ve ever enjoyed. Excellent team!
I highly recommend Jon!! I come from a family of realtors and contractors so Jon had tough shoes to fill, but he was phenomenal from day 1. He was always patient with us which was key as first time home buyers. From dragging him to who knows how many home showings, to educating us on…
We live out of state and wanted to buy a property in Santa Barbara. Kimberly was referred to us and she was amazing! We flew in for 2 days on a very tight timeline. Kimberly made herself available to us 24/7 and she was extremely organized and took us to many locations. She showed us…
Kimberly was unbelievably helpful in my cross country move. She quickly understood my time restraints and that I was unfamiliar with the area and quickly got to work. I gave her a time in which I could be there with my sister for one day and she did not hesitate. She took the time to…
Kimberly was a true delight to work with every step of the way. She is an absolute expert when it comes to the Santa Barbara real estate market. We couldn’t be happier with our experience with her and would highly recommend to anybody buying or selling a home in the area.
Kimberly is smart, diligent, friendly and fun! She makes it her mission to find you exactly the home you are looking for: location, price, size. My husband and I were first time buyers and terrified, but she made the seemingly overwhelming process simplified, streamlined and as worry-free as possible. Today, we are very happy homeowners…
Jon was so helpful throughout the entirety of the home buying process. From the beginning, he was able walk me through the entire process, step-by-step, which was an extremely intimidating process prior to this experience. He had great referrals to different people in the industry to help me through the process as well, ranging from…
Daniel and his able assistant, Brittain Alexander ushered us through their capable hands, expertise, and strategic advice on the purchase of our current home. We moved in about three weeks ago and every day we feel like we made the right decision. We could not have done it without them. I recommend Daniel Zia and…
We recently purchased a home and Jon was our realtor. He’s the first person we’d call to buy/sell another home. As first time home buyers, and new to the area, there were a lot of things we didn’t know about real estate. Jon was adept at telling us what we needed to know when we…
Jon is nothing short of a perfectionist and intentional in both his understanding of real estate and the market’s influence on his town. He is the only agent that I would recommend if you want an honest agent who works in your best interest.
We met Daniel Zia Brittain and Daniel were the dream team on our search for the perfect first home. From start to finish Brittain and Daniel were by our side with their expertise, patience, and persistence that we would find the home we were looking for. We cannot recommend (and thank them) enough for all…
Jon is not only very responsive, he is patient and takes the time to go over any and all questions. Problem solver are best describes Jon as any issue that arrises his breath of knowledge on suggestions run deep. Jon also takes the time to meticulously follow-though on all outstanding issues with the property and…
I’m fortunate that an online inquiry into a Zia Group listing connected me with Jon Gilkeson. I began my home search in Santa Barbara without much structure besides knowing that I wanted to buy something. Jon provided the best approach I could ask for, simply by asking me what could he do to help gather…
We had the best experience working with Kimberly at the Zia Group to buy our house. We met her at an open house and were impressed with her knowledge on the local market and neighborhoods (and just really liked how friendly she was!). We spent the next nine months looking with her for the perfect…
I’ve worked with Kimberly over the past 6 years and she continues to impress me not only with her negotiation skills but her persistent joy in all facets of real estate. There is no obstacle, home repair negotiation or property too scary for Kimberly! I’ve seen her persistence over and over again serve her clients….
Good agents are more than just agents, they are people who bring life experiences that help their clients navigate and negotiate on many levels in their pursuit of a “forever home.” Kimberly has those life experiences and combines them so well with knowledge of the real estate industry and in particular, the Santa Barbara market….
There is a reason Zia Group is one of the top real estate teams here in Santa Barbara and it is because of the quality employees that make up the team. Notably, our agent Kimberly Rockwell has really been a “rock” and a “rockstar” during our entire purchase cycle especially when we almost lost the…
We had a great experience working with Jon! We’ve used him as a buyer and then most recently as a seller. Thanks to his guidance, we made some key improvements to our home that increased it’s value, and helped it sell quickly. We were first time sellers with many questions, and he was extremely patient…
Kimberly was outstanding to work with!! Our son and family used her and highly recommended her to us! I grew up in Montecito, so we were picky where we wanted to be. She was very friendly and attentive, and very helpful. We only looked at one place but it was quite involved with many texts,…
We felt very fortunate to have found Jon Gilkeson with the Zia Group to assist us with our home purchase. As we were house-hunting from afar, we relied on Jon immensely to find out information about the house, answer our questions, and provide a virtual/facetime tour. He quickly learned what we were looking for and…
Jon Gilkeson & this team (Nova & Bill) at Zia Group were fantastic to work with. We were from San Jose & looking for a vacation home in Santa Barbara. We felt the entire experience was truly enjoyable. First, we noticed that the team really had their ops buttoned-down. Nova worked behind the scenes in…
Working with Kimberly was so wonderful! We thought we were a hopeless case buying in the craziest market of our lives, moving from out of state and needing contingencies. Kimberly didn’t even blink, just got right to work and not only found us a beautiful home but also worked out all of our contingency needs….
Jorden is one of the best realtors in the Santa Barbara region. Knowledgeable about the prices in the neighborhood. With a friendly and enthusiastic personality, he makes home buying simple and easy. Very responsive all the time for any and all questions. Definitely dedicated to you as a customer. Has a great network of like…
Jorden was hands down the best realtor!! He helped us find a home QUICK and it’s an amazing spot! We couldn’t be more impressed with Jorden and his ability to make this happen for us. He made this process really enjoyable and easy. We are so excited for our new home! THANK YOU JORDEN!!!
I feel so fortunate to have found Jorden when I did. I have never purchased a home before and the process would have been a overwhelming, but Jorden was with us every step of the way. He made sure that we understood our options but more than that, our priorities were his priorities, it felt…
Jorden was incredibly helpful and guided me through the process of purchasing a home. I work overnight, so my schedule can be very difficult to accommodate but Jorden always made himself available and worked with my crazy schedule. I’m super happy with my place and Im grateful I had his guidance and support ! I…
We were so lucky to have Jorden on our home buying journey! Jorden is dedicated, extremely knowledgeable, and easy to work with. Jorden was always quick and responsive to our many questions throughout the process and made all the scary stuff easy to understand. He went above and beyond and we feel forever grateful.
Jorden was fantastic to work with and made buying a home in this crazy market so easy from start to finish! Jorden was extremely professional throughout the whole process and was able to help me not only find the perfect home and successfully negotiate an offer, he also stayed on top of everything, answered my…
Jorden from the Zia Group was an awesome agent! He helped me out a ton through the whole process from finding a home to making a strong offer to eventually closing the sale. It was my first time buying so working with an agent that could help and support me at every stage was awesome!…
Kimberly was a fantastic agent to work with! She has a great understanding of Santa Barbara neighborhoods and market. We were long distance buyers and she was accommodating to our schedules. She’s also just plain fun, friendly, helpful, and easy-going. In the time we worked with her, we also had a few changes in family…
Working with Kimberly was an absolute delight. We began searching for a second home in August 2019. Kimberly weathered the COVID and economic storms with us until we closed on the perfect property in July 2022. Throughout the experience, Kimberly was attentive to us, responding to our changing needs (and market anxiety) with absolute grace….
We recommend Jorden Angel 100% to represent you in the sale or purchase of your next home. Jorden is well versed in properties from Santa Barbara, to Montecito, Summerland, Carpinteria, and Ventura. Jorden represented us as Buyers. All real estate transactions are unique and require top end market intelligence, sales skill, persistence, diligence, and acute…
Jorden went above and beyond helping me find the right new home for me in Santa Barbara. Very responsive and organized, Jorden was a tremendous help trying to me since I was also trying to purchase a property while living in another state. I leaned on Jorden for his local knowledge and expertise. He exceeded…
Kimberly Rockwell is an amazing realtor. She made all the difference for us, first home owners, to make our dream to come true. Definitely we were be able to get what we wanted because of her. Recommend her and her team for everyone. Best of luck today and always!
Jorden was our secret weapon going into buying our first home. He got us in to see a home before it was even listed, helped us prepare a compelling offer, and get the deal done before the open house was even started! We couldn’t have gotten the amazing deal we did without him and we…
Kimberly is such a delight, and got us into our dream home against many odds at the time!! Kimberly genuinely cares about her clients, she is a treasure, and a very warm and fun person to go through the process of buying a home with. My husband choose her from the start, as he could…
Kimberly represented us as our buying agent in 2021. This was by far one of the toughest buyers market in history. She went above and beyond to help us find our home. She had several creative solutions to the “bidding wars of 2021”. It’s important that you have a knowledgeable and hard working agent. I…
We recently bought a Condo, through the Zia Group, and Kimberly Rockwell. We had a wonderful experience with Kimberly, who was remarkably attentive and supportive of all the issues that came up during our purchase and escrow. Our son and his family had recently used Kimberly to buy a Townhouse in Montecito, and also had…
We put our faith in Kimberly Rockwell of the Zia Group after six failed bids using other brokers on prior home sales. Her strategy keep us in the bidding and we were the only couple getting a loan that were allowed to compete with the cash offers. The 7th time was the charm! We cannot…
We can truly say that Jorden is the single most capable real estate agent we have ever worked with and ironically he came to us assigned thru Zillow when we requested to see a property! Saying he’s the top isn’t said lightly as our business for 29 years entails 501c3 flips every few years. This…
We could not ask for a better person to guide us through our first home purchase! Jorden was amazing and made our home purchase extremely easy. He is patient, knowledgable and very capable. He held our hand through every step. We never felt rushed or pressured. As a person who very rarely writes reviews, I…
Jorden helped us purchase our first home here in Santa Barbara. He is very knowledgeable about the housing market and did a great job negotiating our closing cost. Throughout the process he was quick and effective to answer all of our questions. We were really happy with the whole experience and would highly recommend working…
Kimberly is a fantastic realtor being first time home buyers, there were lots of things we had to learn along the way. She walked us through the whole process and was instrumental in finding us our fantastic house. She worked hard and even helped us by reaching out to our loan officer, scheduling inspections and…
Jorden did an outstanding job helping me purchase my condo. He understood what I was looking for and was very responsive. He was also patient as I was particular about what I wanted. He went above and beyond to find and secure my perfect home as we faced minor unexpected setbacks. He was kind and…
Phil was an outstanding realtor! Really had our back the whole process and was such a great resource to us as first home buyers in the Ventura area. We have been in our new home for a couple of months now and reflect on the home buying process like it was a piece of cake…
Jorden was very knowledgeable with the current real estate market. Jorden gave us expert advise on what it takes to purchase a home in Santa Barbara. Jorden is very professional, communicates very well on the buying process and navigating through all the steps involved to complete the sale. Jorden went above and beyond the agent…
Phil went above and beyond as we were in the process of moving cross-country! Prior to the relocation, Phil went to visit listings we were interested in & provided additional listings that aligned with what we were looking for. From the first meeting to close, it was a total of 21 days! Quick, efficient, communicative,…
Phil is the best agent in Santa Barbara. He kept me in the loop on everything; active listings, pocket listings, and listings coming soon. We managed to close on our home in 21 days while I happened to be out of the country for 12 of those days. It would not have happened without Phil….
Our experience with Phil was great. He found us a great place to call home for our family. He was always in communication with the listing agent and coached us through the process. As first-time buyers, very happy with his expertise and how well he helped us through the process. Highly recommend and he did…
Highly recommend Zia Group for real estate in Santa Barbara and central coast. Very knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with.. Jon was especially helpful with our search for a house to purchase.
Our experience, as first-time home buyers, with Kimberly Rockwell was outstanding. She guided us through the entire process with professionalism, care, and thorough communication. We have two young kids and it was so comforting to know that she always loved having them at the open houses and even brought little snacks and activities for them…
Jon is kind, patient and knowledgeable above all. He is well-liked and respected in his profession, which speaks very highly of his character and commitment to his clients and colleagues. Jon supported our family from the point of looking for a home through the final purchase, and afterwards. He was responsive, attentive and utilized his…
This is the second time I’ve used Jon to purchase property in Santa Barbara, and he was so helpful again. He was extremely communicative with updates throughout the whole process and quick to respond to any questions that I had. The offer, escrow and closing process were extremely smooth, and Jon was proactive in anticipating…
We enjoyed having Phil as a realtor. He made the buying experience easy and enjoyable. He was great at being with us every step of the way and gave clarification when needed. We highly recommend Phil and are thankful he helped us find our home.
We appreciate how hard Jorden worked in this entire process. He was always available, always pleasant and upbeat, and always wanting to help us problem-solve and think strategically through the process of house searching. We are a big fan of the Zia group, as a whole, and appreciate the support and guidance that Daniel offered…
Daniel Zia, Jon Gilkenson and the entire Zia Group team take buying and selling a home to a new level. Their knowledge, expertise and professionalism are above and beyond what we have experienced in our past real estate experiences (and we’ve had quite a few). We selected Daniel and Jon to be our agents after…
I’ve worked with a number of real estate agents over the years and can say with confidence that Daniel Zia is by far the best I have ever worked with. Moving from out of the area meant that I needed expert advice and support, from learning about Santa Barbara neighborhoods through negotiating the details of…
The Zia group is by far the most outstanding real estate team I’ve ever worked with. The staff each had something to bring to the table. Ian, Kyle, Adam, and Beth all took care of me buying a lovely home overlooking the ocean. But really it was Daniel who demonstrated clear leadership and customer care….
This is, by far the best real estate group in Santa Barbara. They are highly knowledgeable of the market conditions. As a client, I received ‘white glove’ service in the acquisition of our property. Daniel Zia understands the neighborhoods, price points, and worked hard to get us the absolute best deal. It wouldn’t have happened…
The Zia Group continues to be a valuable resource for me after we purchased our condo in Carpinteria. He is well connected in the community and is able to suggest quality people when needs arise. The Zia group is resourceful.
I can’t say enough good things about Daniel and the whole team at Zia Group. He was able to give unbiased information while making sure he really understood me and what I wanted to help present the information that he knew was important to me. The whole process felt customized to me as a buyer…
Daniel Zia did a great job as both buyer and sellers agent. On the buy side he was able to get our current home for 5% below asking and on the sell side he got us 5% over asking. We completed two transactions in less than 60 days. Most realtors are untrustworthy but Daniel is…
Bought our first ever condo in Carpinteria in 2008 with Daniel – was a great experience. 8 years later, we sold that condo and upgraded to a beautiful single family home in Carpinteria – Daniel and Bowen were our agents for the entire transaction and we were so grateful to have their expertise and service…
Jon Gilkeson and his team are incredible. They make searching for a new home easy, fast, and efficient. They are a very knowledgeable team and will do what we it takes to ensure that their clients are taken care of. Thank you for everything Zia group!
The Zia group is fantastic!! We’ve worked specifically with Alan Siebenaler and our experience thus far has been great. We were searching for commercial real estate in Santa Barbara and Alan was very knowledgeable when it came to answering all of our questions. He was also very realistic with us, and listened to all of…
I cannot speak highly enough of Daniel and the team at Zia Group. From our first meeting with Daniel, we were confident the Zia team would help us find the right property for us on our timeline, negotiate the best price for that property and walk us through the home buying process. As first time…
We have worked with Daniel and the Zia Group twice now, first for the purchase of a condo, then the purchase of our home. We have always felt like we are getting the royal treatment from everyone on team Zia. The process was smooth, everything was explained, (and explained again for us new to buying…
Incredibly knowledgeable and patient for those exploring their first home purchase. Would highly recommend! Jon is fantastic!
We worked with Daniel to buy our house in Santa Barbara. We were new to the area and also pregnant with our first child. Daniel and his staff made the process of buying a home simple. They guided us every step of the way. We never had to worry that anything would fall through the…
Professional, hardworking, and experienced. Jon Gilkenson and the Zia Group helped us find and swiftly secure our dream home during a one of the most challenging and exclusive SB real-estate markets currently seeing record breaking low sales inventories complicated by higher than ever demand levels. My wife and I were first time home buyers desperate…
Daniel and the Zia Group are Santa Barbara’s premier Realtors. You won’t find a better organization; one that will put your needs above the sale. I give the Zia Group an A+!!! Keep up the great work!
As Santa Barbara Realtors go Daniel Zia is in a class by himself. As the winner in the Independant’s poll for best Realtor, he’s got what it takes. A Westmont Graduate and saavy marketing expert, he’s brought his new ideas and vitality to the Santa Barbara Real Estate Market. Just see his blog and list…
Daniel and his team are knowledgeable, considerate, and quick to respond. They gave me great advice when purchasing my home and we love the house. He is always my first call for questions about Santa Barbara real estate because he knows each of the neighborhoods from Montecito to The Mesa to Goleta and everywhere in…
I can’t recommend Daniel enough. The three most important factors I consider when selecting a Realtor are knowledge, integrity, and trust. Daniel’s impressive knowledge of the Santa Barbara market are an incredible asset when buying a home. He spent a considerable amount of time with us discussing our priorities. Daniel was always very prompt in…
I knew Daniel was a good Real Estate agent but I had no idea how great him and his team actually are. Everyone on the team was extremely helpful and willing to go out of their way to make us happy. We were buying a home for the first time and they dealt with my…
We met Dan and his team several years ago when we bought our first house, after many of our friends had recommended him. We had used another realtor prior to the Zia Group when helping my in laws buy a condo here. Truth be told no one had ever given me a recommendation at that…
I’m not certain our transaction would have gone through it it wasn’t for Daniel’s dedication and hard work.
I have moved a bunch over the years, but earlier this year it was my first time selling and purchasing a home. My husband bought our home previously with the help of Daniel Zia, and so we met with him again. He was thorough in capturing our hopes, dreams for a new home as well…
Daniel and his team were incredible in both selling our old home and buying a new home this year. They brought much experience to marketing our home bringing in multiple offers over asking price. They were so helpful along every step of the way. Daniel also helped us purchase a new home that is perfect…
Daniel Zia and Brittain were the dream team on our search for the perfect first home. From start to finish Brittain and Daniel were by our side with their expertise, patience, and persistence that we would find the home we were looking for. We cannot recommend (and thank them) enough for all of their hard…
Rafael was super responsive and helpful when I inquired about homes in the Santa Maria/Santa Barabara area. He sent over a lot of information based on my interests and needs. Thank you Rafael and Zia Group!
Excellent! 5/5 Couldn’t ask for anyone better, or any better service! Daniel’s assistants are also excellent. I want to specially mention Julia! Professional; yet personable and friendly. Attentive; we consistently received prompt response to all communication. Knowledgeable; Extremely knowledgeable, efficient and honest. Throughout the process, Daniel demonstrated genuine interest and concern about our needs and…
Jorden was as good as they get. Everything you would expect from a dedicated team working for your best interest. He really put in the time and executed the sale professionally and patiently for all involved in the sale. For both buyer and seller.
I cannot say enough about Daniel Zia and his team. They helped me purchase and later sell my first home and made the entire process incredibly easy. They were patient with my “first time homebuyer” questions and they were there to assist every step of the way. I can’t imagine working with anyone else and…
Had an amazing experience purchasing our house with Todd Shea. He is the ultimate in professionalism, organization and follow through. I cannot say enough good things about Todd. I would not hesitate to recommend him.
Daniel and his team successfully managed 3 separate real estate transactions for me in the past 5 months, complicated by the emergence of the pandemic half-way through. This necessitated several modifications on both the buy and sell process, but in the end all 3 were navigated successfully. I highly recommend Daniel and his team.
Daniel Zia of the Zia Group is as professional as they come in the real estate market of Santa Barbara and Montecito. Working with Daniel and his staff is sincere, trustworthy, comprehensive and encouraging. They understand the market thoroughly and truly want each customer to find the perfect home or sell for the highest price…
Kimberly Rockwell was fabulous to work with in finding our home in Santa Barbara. They made the process and transition very easy for us and often times went above and beyond to ensure everything would go smoothly. They are dedicated to their work and put a lot of heart in what they do. We love…
My wife and I have been working with Alan from the Zia group in our condo hunt for several months now. He has consistently provided a high level of service, and listened to us and our needs throughout the process. We appreciate his creative approach and ideas in order to get us a good deal…
My wife and I have been looking to buy a retirement home in Santa Barbara. Having bought and sold numerous homes on the East Coast over the past several decades, we felt we knew what a “good” Realtor should offer in the way of services. Our Zia Group agent has exceeded our expectations in every…
Kimberly Rockwell was amazing during our whole experience buying our home in Santa Barbara. She went out of her way to find properties that fit our unique situation. She was available and responsive throughout the process. She made us feel as though we had someone with our best interest at heart on our team. Kimberly…
We had the best experience working with Kimberly at the Zia Group to buy our house. We met her at an open house and were impressed with her knowledge on the local market and neighborhoods (and just really liked how friendly she was!). We spent the next nine months looking with her for the perfect…
Jorden from the Zia Group was an awesome agent! He helped me out a ton through the whole process from finding a home to making a strong offer to eventually closing the sale. It was my first time buying so working with an agent that could help and support me at every stage was awesome!…
We can truly say that Jorden is the single most capable real estate agent we have ever worked with and ironically he came to us assigned thru Zillow when we requested to see a property! Saying he’s the top isn’t said lightly as our business for 29 years entails 501c3 flips every few years. This…
We just completed our 3rd transaction with Daniel Zia and his team, and as usual, we are very happy with the results. The team is professional, responsive, and very in tune with the market dynamics. We have been both a buyer and a seller, and in all instances, we have felt extremely well supported and…
I bought my house with Daniel’s help ten years ago. He thought of many things I hadn’t considered (although I have owned homes before), and helped me through every aspect of the process. I speak positively about the Zia Group to anyone considering buying here and anytime local real estate is mentioned. This group has…
Highly recommend Zia group to anyone looking for a home in Santa Barbara/Montecito. They really know the market and are incredibly helpful. I had the pleasure of working with Jorden Angel, he is an absolute gem and helped my family and I find our dream home!
Jorden Angel at Zia Group was a stellar agent from start to finish. He went above and beyond to help make our home buying experience seamless and easy. Buying a home remotely from across the country, navigating countless questions and electronic documents, going to open houses and in-person meetings for us, and helping us negotiate…
Zia Group can’t be beat if you are thinking of buying or selling in the Santa Barbara area! Not only do they provide great expertise, professionalism and superior results in a real estate transaction but their culture of caring, giving back and extraordinary customer service is the icing on the cake! If Santa Barbara is…
Daniel Zia and his team are the best of the best! Their customer service and attention to detail raises the bar so high, I am in awe of them. As a seasoned real estate owner and investor, I’ve had many experiences with agents, and I know that these people are on top of their game….
I have known The Zia Group for many years and am impressed by their expertise and success. Led by Daniel Zia, this is a team of top performers in the Santa Barbara, Montecito and Hope Ranch areas. Their reputation for professionalism, market knowledge, kindness and client-first service speaks volumes. Whether it’s buying, selling, or investing,…
Daniel Zia and his team are truly the best when it comes to buying or selling in Santa Barbara. They’re knowledgeable, professional, and make sure everything goes smoothly—but what really makes them stand out is how much they genuinely care about their clients and their community. It’s rare to find a team that combines great…
Every experience I’ve had with the Zia group has been outstanding! Daniel is a tremendous guy and has an awesome business. Proud to be able to recommend them!
Kimberly and her team were the most wonderful real estate team. Kind, considerate, flexible, honest and knowledgeable. She made our purchase enjoyable.
Daniel Zia and his team are the best agents in Santa Barbara hands down. If I could give them 6 stars I would! If you’re thinking of buying or selling you couldn’t pick a better team to represent you. You owe it to yourself to choose the best and it starts with the Zia Group!
I highly recommend Daniel Zia and his team for real estate needs in Santa Barbara. Their exceptional knowledge and professionalism ensure a smooth process. They genuinely care for clients and the community, a rare quality that sets them apart. If you’re considering a move in Santa Barbara, I wholeheartedly recommend them.
I would give 10 stars if it were possible. Daniel and the Zia Group as a whole are absolutely incredible people to work with in the process of finding and purchasing a home. Daniel made what would have been a stressful process for first-time home buyers into something that felt enjoyable, exciting, and safe. We…
Zia Group has been an absolute pleasure to work with as we go through the process of finding our next home. They are positive, professional, and is always excited to find and showcase homes for us he knows would fit our family needs.
I cannot say enough about Daniel Zia and his team. They helped me purchase and later sell my first home and made the entire process incredibly easy. They were patient with my “first time homebuyer” questions and they were there to assist every step of the way. I can’t imagine working with anyone else and…
I would give this review 6-stars if I could. Working with Daniel and his team is an absolute pleasure. He was patient, thorough, had great instincts and was a true guide for my real estate needs. I was throughly impressed and would highly recommend him and his team to anyone looking to buy or sell…
The Zia group rocks. They helped us buy and sell our first home. And made the whole process amazing. They have great contacts that helped made our experiences wonderful. The group makes the Santa Barbara community a better place.
We couldn’t have done it without the expert and strategic guidance of Daniel and Brittain in buying our house in Santa Barbara. We had moved to the city from the DC area three months ago and thought we could take our time looking for the right house since we have a town house which we…
Zia Group and Jon have been great to discuss options and have helped look at properties around town. Their website is top notch in terms of UI and the presentation of properties.
Jon Gilkeson has a great reputation in Santa Barbara! He has worked with 3 dear friends of mine in their home buying process the last year, and each speaks so highly of their experience with him.
Buying my first home was all new for me. Jon Gilkeson and the Zia Group guided me through the whole process and answered all my dumb questions! I appreciated their expertise and patience being completely new to the process. I would def recommend to any first-time home buyers like myself! Thank you Jon!
Daniel always goes above and beyond when we need his help! Love working with the Zia Group.
I highly recommend Lynda at the Zia Group for your homebuying needs. As first-time homebuyers, we had a steep learning curve to overcome. Lynda helped ease us into things by discussing different neighborhoods and setting up showings. She is very keen to learn what home will work for you; beyond finding out our required/preferred property…
Can’t praise Jorden Angel enough. This guy was with us every step of the way in our few months looking for our dream first home and not only worked day in and day out for us, but helped guide us through the process of buying a home and answered the many questions that came his…
Lynda was thoughtful and resourceful throughout our entire experience with her. As first-time homebuyers, we needed a lot of education throughout the process. Lynda took the time to walk us through every step of the process. She worked endlessly to make sure we felt prepared and secured to make the biggest transaction of our lives…
Professional, hardworking, and experienced. Jon Gilkenson and the Zia Group helped us find and swiftly secure our dream home during a one of the most challenging and exclusive SB real-estate markets currently seeing record breaking low sales inventories complicated by higher than ever demand levels. My wife and I were first time home buyers desperate…
Highly recommend Zia Group for real estate in Santa Barbara and central coast. Very knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with.
Zia Group and founder Daniel Zia has been my realtor of choice for the past 23 years. They are not only extraordinarily knowledgeable about the real estate market in Santa Barbara and surrounding areas but operate with the utmost integrity. Their customer care and attention to detail is unsurpassed. I have referred many friends and…
Juliet with the Zia Group was an outstanding help. It is very rare to find a person that provides details quickly and honestly and goes the extra mile out of the goodness of their heart as a first act. I’m grateful! I strongly recommend reaching out to Zia Group (Juliet in particular) if you need…
Daniel and his team are one of our favorite referral partners in the Santa Barbara area. Anytime we h ave San Diego clients relocating to that area, he’s at the top of our list to refer them to. His team is very tech savvy while still delivering the personal touch needed when our clients are…
Daniel and his team are amazing marketers, and care deeply about doing what is right for their clients. I highly recommend.
Jorden was an incredible agent to work with on our home search in Santa Barbara. We have been looking for the perfect home and we had a long list of must-have items and he found our ideal property! He went to countless showings and meetings on our behalf, always advocating for us since we were…
Working with Jorden was an incredible experience! From the very start, they listened closely to our needs and provided invaluable advice that made finding the perfect home easier than we could have imagined. Jorden was always available to answer questions, patiently guiding us through every step of the process. They had a deep knowledge of…
Phil was attentive and took the time to get to know me and what I was looking for. He always had my best interest in mind . He took care to notice things that I might not and pointed them out as a concern or as an asset to a particular property. He was quick…
Jonathan is an incredible person and realtor. Our experience working with Jonathan was terrific. He is knowledgeable, personable, and genuine in his approach to serving and supporting his clients. He has a great understanding of the region and was instrumental in helping us find the perfect home for our family!
Phil was an absolute delight to work with. Not only was he knowledgeable and professional, but he was also incredibly fun, personable, and enthusiastic. His energy and dedication made the entire process seamless and stress-free, never feeling overwhelming or pressured. Phil went above and beyond, and thanks to him, we now have our dream home…
We had the pleasure of working with Jorden while purchasing our new home, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the experience. From the very beginning, Jorden took the time to understand exactly what we were looking for and worked tirelessly to help our family get our dream home in Santa Barbara. What really stood…
Phil was so helpful and patient helping me find my new home. He kept me informed of potential homes and also was upfront if the place was not suitable for me.
Phil is an amazing human being!! If you want someone with high character, integrity and work ethic, he is your man! We had the best experience purchasing our new home with Phil! Phil’s knowledge of the market as well as connections with local resources helped us make our dream of owning a home in Santa…
It has been great knowing and working with Jon. His expertise and knowledge of the competitive local market, communication style, and commitment to getting us the ideal home was exceptional. In addition to helping us buy our home, he was also instrumental in connecting us with his network of insurance companies and other home related…
We recently closed on our first home in Oak View CA, and couldn’t have done it without Phil. He worked with us for over two years, guiding us through the complexities of the homebuying process with patience, expertise, and genuine care. As first-time buyers with a budget and a lot of questions, Phil always made…
I cannot say enough positive things about Jorden. From day one, he was exceptionally proactive. He made the entire process feel seamless and stress-free, which was especially appreciated as a first-time buyer. He was assertive with the sellers, ultimately negotiating a reasonable price reduction. He worked tirelessly to ensure I got the exact home I…
Kimberly was capable and professional through our process of searching for and buying a house. I feel like we learned a lot from her, and she gave us good advice throughout that time. She was also so great with our girls. Thanks Kimberly!
You know how sometimes you’re out running some errands and your wife mentions there’s a home for sale nearby and asks if you would like to take a look? Maybe you’ve been, let’s say, looking at houses occasionally but not too seriously and without seeing anything that really made you consider buying. Maybe this place…
Kimberly was outstanding at helping us navigating the complexity of the Santa Barbara market. She was fantastic at answering all our questions and providing quick answers. She worked closely with the HOA as well to answer addl questions that we had; and provided us virtual access to the property. Overall. She was amazing.
We appreciate how hard Jorden worked in this entire process. He was always available, always pleasant and upbeat, and always wanting to help us problem-solve and think strategically through the process of house searching. We are a big fan of the Zia group, as a whole, and appreciate the support and guidance that Daniel offered…
We had a wonderful experience working with Jon on buying our first home! He was knowledgeable, kind, and patient throughout the process. As first-time buyers, we had many questions, and Jon was always responsive and clear in his communication. What stood out the most was how supportive he was – he listened to my worries,…
It was an absolute pleasure working with Jorden Angel over the past couple of years. He helped us buy our first home in Santa Barbara and made the entire process smooth and enjoyable. Jorden patiently showed us countless listings until we found our dream home. His friendly demeanor and expert guidance at every step were…
This was my fifth real estate transaction with Jorden. If there was a six star rating he’d receive that! He goes above and beyond. Zia Group is also amazing to work with, my home sold in one day. I can’t recommend this professional any more! Terrific.!
I had an excellent experience working with Kimberly. She consistently demonstrated that she had my best interests at heart throughout the entire process. Her knowledge of the market was truly impressive, and she maintained the utmost professionalism. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone searching for a home in the area.
Josh was very professional about the whole process. He helped us in every step of the way. Very knowledgeable and knew how to manage our expectations. He became our first friend in Santa Barbara and I would use him again, if need be.
Since in same business for 40 years it was nice to receive the same level of service that I had always required of myself. Starting with returning phone calls promptly even if u have to text I’ll get back shortly. Customer service is almost gone in today’s business world. The Zia Group were always right…
The Zia Group is truly exceptional! We’ve referred clients to their team in Santa Barbara, and they always go above and beyond. Every referral is treated like a true VIP — with professionalism, care, and personal attention from start to finish. We are truly grateful for all that they do!
I had the absolute pleasure working with Jordan as my realtor, and I could not be more grateful for the experience. From start to finish, he was incredibly detailed and knowledgeable, always making sure I fully understood every step of the process. His expertise was clear, and whenever there was something he didn’t immediately know,…
Daniel and his team are truly the best team you could ask for when buying a home. The Zia Group helped us purchase our first home in a competitive market by knowing more about the neighborhood and history of the house that ultimately led to an accepted offer. They are responsive and wonderful people to…
Daniel Zia helped us buy our first home. He was great to work with throughout the whole process and got us an amazing deal on the house! His connections in the community and expertise allowed us to overcome a long, complicated short sale and find the perfect lender. I would highly recommend Daniel and his…
I can’t say enough good things about Daniel and the whole team at Zia Group. He was able to give unbiased information while making sure he really understood me and what I wanted to help present the information that he knew was important to me. The whole process felt customized to me as a buyer…
I knew Daniel was a good Real Estate agent but I had no idea how great him and his team actually are. Everyone on the team was extremely helpful and willing to go out of their way to make us happy. We were buying a home for the first time and they dealt with my…
We met Dan and his team several years ago when we bought our first house, after many of our friends had recommended him. We had used another realtor prior to the Zia Group when helping my in laws buy a condo here. Truth be told no one had ever given me a recommendation at that…
Daniel (and his team) are amazing! We purchased our first home with Daniel and sold it with him. He made the whole thing seamless, both times. He gave us a great contact to our new city, and “held” our hand during that purchasing process too. I know they are doing an amazing job helping the…
I cannot speak highly enough of Daniel and the team at Zia Group. From our first meeting with Daniel, we were confident the Zia team would help us find the right property for us on our timeline, negotiate the best price for that property and walk us through the home buying process. As first time…
Jon recently helped our family find the perfect home. He was relentless in seeking options but was very easy going making the process as stress-free as possible. He knows the market well and is cognizant of what is best for his clients. I would happily recommend Jon to any friend or family member when looking…
Jon Gilkenson and the entire Zia Group team take buying and selling a home to a new level. Their knowledge, expertise and professionalism are above and beyond what we have experienced in our past real estate experiences (and we’ve had quite a few). We selected Daniel and Jon to be our agents after interviewing many…
I highly recommend Zia Group! They helped us in finding our perfect home, and we could not be happier with the outcome. Through the process he was attentive, easy to communicate with & knowledgeable. He seemed to know what we wanted, better than we knew ourselves! He guided us to a home that we had…
Zia Group, was professional, very knowledgeable and had the sense of urgency needed to find my home in a timely manner. Highly recommend them…Thank you!
Professional, available, extremely efficient. They helped me close on a condo in only one week. Whenever I had a question or concern Zia Group found the answer in under an hour and always replied immediately.
My husband and I were first time buyers when we came to Dan, and knew little to nothing about the process of buying a home. Not only was Daniel an invaluable source of knowledge, advice, and information – he quickly became a kind of counselor to us, working with us through our questions and confusion,…
Daniel helped my wife and I purchase a Santa Barbara condominium by long distance since we don’t live in California. His website was very helpful in that we were able to “shop” by computer, and then he was always available to help us follow up on making offers. He gave us very good advice regarding…
Recommending Daniel Zia to handle your real estate needs is the best referral we can make. We met Daniel as well as other real estate agents while vacationing in Santa Barbara. Daniel definitely stood out, so we followed up with him to pursue a home in the area. What makes Daniel outstanding is his extreme…
Daniel emailed us home listings on a weekly basis for four years before we purchased our home. Daniel was extremely professional and moved us through our home purchase easing the headaches that come along with the escrow process these days. My wife and I, even though we were both first time home buyers, felt completely…
As a real estate professional of over ten years, I was impressed with Daniel’s recollection of our specific needs, the names of the members of our family, and of course bringing to us the right property. His command of the principles of real estate investing, his professionalism, and his integrity are impressive, and a rare…
Our home buying process
By your side from consultation to closing
Determine your real estate goals
We're committed to listening, understanding, and helping you discover your needs and desires. We begin with an initial strategy session with our buyer specialist to discuss your goals and situation. We then take care of finding you the best properties that meet your needs.
Obtain financial approval
We guide you through securing the right financing so you can move forward with confidence. Our trusted mortgage partners help you understand your buying power, compare loan options, and get pre-approved early. With your pre-approval in place, we can focus on homes that align with your budget and goals.
Select & view properties
Sometimes, our clients find their dream home on the first day. In other cases, it takes more time to find the right home, but rest assured, there is a home out there just right for you. We'll send you new homes regularly and as they become available. The feedback we receive from you every step of the way will help us assist you on the most personalized level.
Write offers & negotiate terms
While much of the contents are standard, there are very important ways that we can structure the terms of your offer. We can dictate price, timelines, contingency information, and source of funding to make your offer the most attractive.
Open escrow
With years of experience and a team of specialized professionals, we take ownership of this highly technical phase of the buying process. We communicate with the seller to remove all contingencies and ensure your new home is safe and pristine.
Move in to your new home
We understand how stressful packing and moving can be, which is why we will handle the rest for you. We understand the repairs and work needed before you release contingencies, and we'll negotiate a request for repair/credit to help you cover the work. From finalizing your payment to transferring the title into your name, our goal is to make your transition as seamless and exciting as possible.
Find your perfect neighborhood
Explore neighborhoods across Santa Barbara
Common home buyer questions
Frequently asked questions about purchasing a home with Zia Group
Schedule a complementary home buyer consultation
Having thoughts of buying a home in Santa Barbara or Montecito? The first step is to schedule a consultation with our team. We'll help you understand your options and provide a clear path forward.