Kelly Knight, Santa Barbara real estate broker and founder of Knight Real Estate, was spotlighted by Forbes for her role in the monumental sale of a 10-owner property in El Cielito that benefited the Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara (SFSB). A former attorney with a top law firm in Santa Barbara, Kelly Knight is highly experienced in navigating complex transactions including intricate contracts, and coordinating communication among many collaborators. Her unique skillset and talent allowed the Foundation to move forward with the sale following years of stymied efforts due to the challeng ..read more

Kelly Knight, JD, SRES, Founder of Knight Real Estate Group, is the first real estate professional to join the Santa Barbara Estate Planning Council. Established in 1979, the Council includes local attorneys, CPAs, trust officers, certified financial planners, chartered life underwriters, financial consultants, and fiduciaries to foster mutual understanding and stay informed about estate planning developments. Kelly has specialized in trust and probate sales, assisting families and their representatives in navigating real estate transactions during periods of transition, such as bereavement or ..read more

In the world of real estate, the importance of the people you choose to work with cannot be overstated. The saying goes, “Who you work with matters,” and this holds particularly true when selecting a Realtor. We are thrilled to share that Knight Real Estate Group has once again secured the top spot in Village Properties’ Santa Barbara Office and stands proudly at #5 out of 180 agents company-wide, with an impressive closed sales volume exceeding $40 million in 2023. Showcased are just a few of the exceptional properties that we had the honor of representing last year. Our success is a testamen ..read more

On December 1st, the Santa Barbara Association of Realtors awarded Kelly Knight with the prestigious Howard Gates Award for her exceptional contributions as a Realtor in successfully navigating one of the most complex transactions in Santa Barbara in 2023 that would not have closed without her “exceptional perseverance, determination, diligence, patience, and expertise.” While real estate deals often present challenges, this transaction stood out as truly unique. In 1999, a family member generously donated their 20% share of a vacant property to the Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara with ..read more

Kelly Knight received the Realtor Community Service Award from the Santa Barbara Association of Realtors for her philanthropic and volunteer work serving the Santa Barbara community. Knight lends her time, expertise, and financial resources to the Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara, the nation’s largest community-based provider of college scholarships, where she serves as a governing board member. Her Santa Barbara real estate team, Knight Real Estate Group, also contributes regularly to the Village Properties Teacher’s Fund campaign, as well as many other local non-profit ..read more

Summer in Santa Barbara is ripe with activity during the month of June: lively polo matches in Carpinteria, the Lavender Festival at the Old Mission, and the dazzling Summer Solstice Parade along Santa Barbara Street. One of our favorite events to usher in the summer season is the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History’s Wine + Food Festival. We enjoyed sampling many of the Central Coast’s best wines and culinary delights while enjoying a sunny summer afternoon in the Museum’s oak woodland along Mission Creek. Knight Real Estate Group was proud to sponsor this event, which supports the Museum ..read more

Knight Real Estate Group is proud to introduce La Sonrisa, an exquisite Spanish Colonial Revival residence for sale meticulously crafted by Floyd Brewster, a distinguished architect who trained under the renowned George Washington Smith and who contributed to the iconic Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History. This is an unparalleled opportunity to own a truly remarkable legacy property in Santa Barbara. Nestled within the highly sought-after Hope Ranch enclave of Santa Barbara, this remarkable estate offers an impressive 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Set on a prime corner lot spanning over an ..read more

When planning a visit to Santa Barbara, there are a number of outstanding places to stay. Whether you are looking for a quaint boutique hotel, or a luxurious resort, there is something for everyone here. Forbes created a wonderful guide of the 10 Best Hotels in Santa Barbara that is sure to have what you are looking for. “The best hotels in Santa Barbara embrace their surroundings while also offering a fresh take on California coastal living…” Click here to read the full article. Santa Barbara, also known as the American Riviera, is a beautiful place to visit and an excellent place to call hom ..read more

2023 is in full swing, and so is business at Knight Real Estate Group. We are delighted to share some exciting developments at Knight Real Estate Group, and also provide you with our insights on the shifting 2023 Santa Barbara real estate market. Santa Barbara Real Estate: Recap & Accolades The pandemic-driven real estate market was a speed-based market. Sellers demanded an agent with pricing and process expertise to help them achieve the best possible outcome on the sale of their home or asset in the shortest amount of time, while Buyers required an agent with deep, local connections and ..read more

Pictured: Kelly Knight, Mike Day, Jamie Anderson and Justin Anderson, CEO of Channel Wealth. And Kelly and Mike’s dog Koa. This is his 6th year attending The Beer Garden. For the 7th year in a row, Knight Real Estate Group was a proud sponsor of The Beer Garden, the main fundraising event for the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden. Called “the most fun and delicious fundraiser of the year,” we couldn’t agree more! There were so many great beer and food vendors throughout the miles of tasting trails, each featuring native herbs grown in the Garden. The Beer Garden helps raise critical funds for core ..read more