Steve Golis co-founded Radius Commercial Real Estate in 2002, the latest chapter of a Central Coast career that began in 1979 with nearly 20,000 units sold. Today the Golis Team handles the full spectrum of multifamily investment — from 2-unit properties through large portfolios — along with student housing, hotels, 1031 exchanges, Broker Opinions of Value and investment advisory throughout Santa Barbara, Ventura and San Luis Obispo counties.
The Golis Team.
Multifamily Investment Across the Central Coast.
Steve Golis and his team have closed more than $1.5 billion in multifamily and commercial sales since co-founding Radius in 2002 — more than 20,000 units over a Central Coast career that began in 1979.
- $1.5B+ Closed Sales Volume Since 2002
- 20,000+ Units Sold Since 1979
- 47+ Years Steve Golis's Career in Central Coast Real Estate
- 400+ Closed Transactions
Listings
Featured Golis Team Listings
Active Golis Team listings across Santa Barbara, Ventura and San Luis Obispo counties.
Track Record
Notable Transactions
Completed by the Golis Team
| Property | Location | Size | Sale Price | Year & Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sea Cliff Apartments | 20-80 Oceano Ave, Santa Barbara | 29 units | $21,500,000 | 2024 |
| Monte Vista Apartments | Del Norte St, Ventura | — | $12,325,000 | 2026 |
| Portfolio | Isla Vista | 37 properties | $76,000,000 | — |
| CBC Apartments | Isla Vista | — | $47,000,000 | — |
| 801 Cliff Dr. | Santa Barbara | — | $33,500,000 | — |
| 4-Property Portfolio | Vandenberg Village | 4 properties | $21,835,000 | — |
| The Diplomat | Vandenberg Village | — | $20,000,000 | — |
Market Research and Insights
Insight. Foresight. Advantage.
Proprietary Central Coast multifamily research from Radius, published quarterly by the Golis Team (most recently Q2 2026). The team also publishes submarket-level reports across the Central Coast.
sbrso.com
The Central Coast's only dedicated rental-ordinance resource center.
Santa Barbara owners: ordinance guides and fair-return analysis built for the City's ordinance.
Rent-Ordinance Resources
Latest Article
Santa Barbara Rent Control: What the Rent Freeze and the 2027 Ordinance Mean for Multifamily Owners
Jack Gilbert’s Radius forecast for the Santa Barbara Independent breaks down the current rent freeze on pre-1995 units, the 2027 ordinance capping annual increases at the lesser of 60% of CPI or 3%, and what both mean for income, underwriting and value across roughly 13,000 covered units.
Read Our Latest Article
Awards
Awards and Recognition
Multiple-Time
CoStar Power Broker — Recognized for exceptional commercial real estate performance
2024 & 2025
SBAOR Top Producing Commercial Agent, Transactions
2024 & 2025
SBAOR Top Producing Commercial Agent, Volume
2018
Howard C. Gates Achievement Award
2013 & 2018
Jack Kelly Award, Most Challenging 1031 Exchange
Community
Steve Golis has been involved in the Central Coast community for decades. He serves on the board of the Community Housing Council, holds executive board positions with the Los Padres Council and the Santa Barbara Humane Society, and is a member of the Solvang, Buellton and Santa Ynez Chambers of Commerce.
The team
Meet the Team
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Analyst
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FAQ
Owner questions, answered.
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How much is my apartment building worth?
Request a free Broker Opinion of Value based on your rent roll, property fundamentals and current comparable sales, with no obligation.
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How is an apartment building valued — cap rate vs. GRM?
Most apartment buildings are evaluated using cap rate, GRM, price per unit and comparable sales, with adjustments for location, condition and rental upside.
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What is a Broker Opinion of Value, and is it free?
A BOV is a broker-prepared estimate of your property’s current market value. The Golis Team provides them at no cost and with no obligation to sell.
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How does Santa Barbara’s rental ordinance affect my building’s value?
Rental regulations can affect projected income, buyer underwriting and ultimately value. Visit sbrso.com for our latest Santa Barbara rental ordinance guides and analysis.
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How does a 1031 exchange work for Central Coast sellers?
A 1031 exchange may allow sellers to defer capital gains taxes by reinvesting into qualifying real estate. We regularly help clients coordinate the sale and replacement-property process.
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What should owners know about selling student housing in Isla Vista?
Isla Vista is a highly specialized market where value depends heavily on rents, bedroom count, location, management and operating history.
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How long does it take to sell a multifamily property in Santa Barbara?
Many transactions take roughly 60–120 days from marketing through closing, depending on pricing, financing, due diligence and the complexity of the property.
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Do you represent buyers as well as sellers?
Yes. We represent multifamily buyers and sellers throughout Santa Barbara, Ventura and San Luis Obispo counties, including 1031 exchange clients.