About Caitlin

One of the South Coast's most active brokers.

Caitlin Hensel (formerly Caitlin McCahill) is a Partner at Hayes Commercial Group whose expertise spans the full range of commercial property transactions: investment sales, acquisitions, and landlord and tenant representation for every asset type, with an emphasis on value-add deals and the repositioning of properties. She has built a reputation for meticulous attention to detail, deep market knowledge, and unparalleled service for both corporate and family-run clientele.

She is one of the region's most active agents, having completed more than 560 transactions valued at over $605 million. Recent work includes representing the buyer of the 83,470 SF Northrop Grumman R&D facility in Goleta ($21.5M) and advising on the sale of the landmark Old Firehouse office building in Montecito. In January 2024 she became the first female Partner in Hayes Commercial Group's history.

A proud UC Santa Barbara graduate, Caitlin has been a central member of the Hayes Commercial team since 2008, starting in transaction coordination, marketing, and market research before becoming a full-time agent. That analytical background lets her navigate complex deals and give clients genuine strategic insight. Beyond brokerage, she serves on the board of the Junior League of Santa Barbara and volunteers weekly with local nonprofits.