University of California-Santa Barbara
University of California-Santa Barbara, California
Est. Cap Rate
2.6%
Based on rent yield × 65%
Vacancy Rate
6.8%
17% owner-occupied
Population
12K
Median income: $75,000
University of California-Santa Barbara Investment Analysis
The 2.6% cap rate positions University of California-Santa Barbara as a premium appreciation market where equity growth drives returns. With 83% of the population renting at a median of $1,512/month, University of California-Santa Barbara has exceptionally strong rental demand — a key indicator for DSCR loan qualification. University of California-Santa Barbara's housing stock is 71% multifamily — indicating strong institutional investor interest and potential for 2-4 unit or small multifamily acquisitions.
Market Details
Housing Stock
721 units
Single-family: 43
Multifamily: 512 (71.0%)
Investment Metrics
Gross Yield 4.0%
Cap Rate 2.6%
Price-to-Rent 24.9 (Favors renting)
Property Tax $4,237/yr
Demographics
Median Income $75,000
Median Age 19.9
Employment 99.8%
Rental Market
$1,512/mo
Renter population: 82.7%
Lending Status
Not Available
$150K – $10M · Business purpose
Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · Zillow Home Value Index (Feb 2026) · USDV Capital analysis
University of California-Santa Barbara Investment Report
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- 5-year price appreciation trends
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We don't work for one lender — we work for you. As your Real Estate CFO, we shop the full institutional market to structure the best capital solution for your University of California-Santa Barbara deal. Close in 28 days or we pay you $1,000.
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Flexible Financing for Every Deal
All products below are eligible for our 28-day close guarantee.
Bridge Loans
Short-term financing for acquisitions, refinancing, or repositioning
- 12-24 month terms
- Up to 80% LTV
- Interest-only payments
- Flexible prepayment
Fix & Flip
Fast funding for property renovation and resale
- 6-18 month terms
- Up to 90% of purchase + rehab
- Fast closings
- Interest-only payments
Ground-Up Construction
Financing for new development projects from land to completion
- 12-36 month terms
- Up to 90% of costs
- Progress-based draws
- Interest-only payments
DSCR Rental
Long-term financing for single-family rentals and portfolio acquisitions
- 5-30 year terms
- Up to 85% LTV
- Portfolio options
- No personal income docs
Larger Deals
Multifamily & Build-to-Rent
For multifamily and build-to-rent community financing up to $50M, we work directly with institutional capital partners on custom terms. These deals require a consultation — not a form.
Multifamily
Permanent and bridge financing for apartment buildings and complexes — 5 units and up.
- Up to $50M
- 5–30 year terms
- Up to 80% LTV
- Bridge and permanent options
- Interest-only available
Build-to-Rent Communities
Institutional financing for single-family rental community developments from land to stabilization.
- Up to $50M
- Construction through permanent
- Community-scale underwriting
- Progress-based draw schedule
- Custom closing timeline
Looking for 1-4 unit investment properties? Check out our standard lending products for DSCR, fix & flip, and bridge loans.
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$150K-$10M
Loan Range
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