Stan Tabler is a Santa Barbara real estate broker with Compass, serving buyers and sellers across the South Coast since 1980. With more than 46 years of experience and the CRS, GRI, ABR, and GREEN designations, a combination fewer than 6% of agents nationally hold, Stan brings deep market knowledge, steady negotiation, and a service-first approach to every transaction.
Are you looking for a Santa Barbara real estate broker who puts your needs first? With more than 46 years of experience, Stan Tabler is one of the most respected agents on the South Coast.
What sets Stan apart is his passion for real estate and his commitment to his clients. He grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area and spent his childhood and youth living and working in Yosemite National Park, where he developed a love for the outdoors and, through a background in hospitality, a genuine desire to serve people. After earning a degree in Social Environmental Studies from the University of California, Berkeley, and a second degree in Business from Cabrillo College, Stan found his fit in real estate in 1980.
Over the years, Stan has earned numerous awards, including recognition as a Realtor of the Year. He is a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), an Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR), a Graduate of the Realtor Institute (GRI), and a GREEN designee. Fewer than 6% of real estate agents nationally hold all four of these designations.
Stan’s top priority is always his clients. Whether you are buying or selling, he provides expert guidance, honest advice, and full service at every step, and he stays current with the tools and market data that help clients make confident decisions.
If you want a Santa Barbara real estate broker who is dedicated to his clients and knows this market inside and out, Stan Tabler is ready to help you buy or sell with confidence.
Stan Tabler, Broker Consultant, Compass
801 Chapala Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 689-2305 · stan@stantabler.com
DRE #00774377 (licensed since 1980)
What Clients Say
“His integrity is impeccable and I trust him implicitly.” – Julie H., Santa Barbara
“I’ve used Stan to buy two houses and sell one. He was instrumental in helping me find the right contractor.” – Jeffrey H., Santa Barbara
“35 plus years representing me as buyer and seller.” – Zillow review (repeat client)
Frequently Asked Questions
What credentials does Stan Tabler hold?
Stan holds the CRS, GRI, ABR, and GREEN designations and is a Compass broker. DRE #00774377.
Where did Stan get his start in real estate?
Stan began his real estate career in Santa Barbara in 1980 after earning degrees from UC Berkeley and Cabrillo College.
What kind of clients does Stan work with?
Stan works with first-time buyers, move-up buyers, sellers, relocating and remote buyers, and clients buying or selling luxury and estate properties.
What makes Stan different from other agents?
More than four decades of local experience, a rare combination of four professional designations, and a hands-on, service-first approach that continues through closing and beyond.
Realtor of the Year