RTI Multifamily Land for Sale Santa Barbara County | 50-Unit Shovel-Ready Development

612 W Main St, Santa Maria California, 93458

Listing ID: CL-California-27573 Commercial Multifamily Land
Published on: Thursday, April 16, 2026 | Updated on: Thursday, April 16, 2026

Listing Summary

A premier investment opportunity to acquire a Ready-to-Issue (RTI) development site in high-demand Santa Barbara County.

Full Description

A premier investment opportunity to acquire a Ready-to-Issue (RTI) development site in high-demand Santa Barbara County. This 2.5-acre parcel is fully entitled for a 50-unit apartment community, allowing developers to bypass the 12–24 month entitlement process and move immediately into vertical construction. With an exceptionally attractive basis of just $38,000 per unit, this shovel-ready project is positioned for significant value creation in one of California’s most constrained rental markets.

Project Specifications

Feature Details
Asset Class Land / Multifamily Development
Project Status RTI (Ready-To-Issue)
Total Units 50 Units
Lot Size 2.50 Acres
Zoning R3 (High-Density Residential)
Asking Price $1,900,000
Price Per Unit $38,000
Broker Co-Op Yes

Investment Highlights

  • Zero Entitlement Risk: This project comes with fully approved plans, eliminating the uncertainty and costs typically associated with California's permitting process.

  • Immediate Construction Start: As an RTI site, the project is truly shovel-ready, providing a massive advantage for developers looking to capitalize on the current market cycle.

  • Optimized Design: The plans feature an efficient garden-style/low-rise layout, complete with dedicated parking and central resident amenities designed for modern tenant appeal.

  • Strong Market Fundamentals: Located in a high-demand Santa Barbara County submarket characterized by a limited supply pipeline and consistent long-term rental growth.

  • Flexible Exit Strategies: * Build & Hold: Establish a high-yield stabilized asset for long-term cash flow.

    • Build & Sell: Capture significant developer profit by selling the stabilized community to an institutional or private buyer.


Location & Potential

Situated on a expansive 2.5-acre site with R3 zoning, this development benefits from the strong demographics and lifestyle appeal of the Central Coast. The low price-per-unit basis provides ample "margin of safety" for the builder, ensuring a highly competitive project upon completion.

Development Note: Rare opportunity to secure a 50-unit footprint in a region known for high barriers to entry and strict zoning regulations.

Quick Glance
  • Listing ID: CL-California-27573
  • Status: Active
  • Year Build: N/A
  • Building Size: N/A
  • Lot Size: N/A

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