About Caitlin

Commercial real estate advisory from a Partner at Hayes Commercial Group.

Caitlin Hensel’s expertise extends across a broad range of commercial property transactions, including investment sales, acquisitions, and landlord and tenant representation for all asset types, with an emphasis on value-add deals and repositioning of properties. She has cultivated a reputation for meticulous attention to detail, extensive market knowledge and unparalleled client service for both corporate and family-run clientele.

Caitlin is one of the region’s most active agents, having completed more than 560 transactions valued at over $605 million. She has been awarded both “Top Women in Business” and “40 Under 40” honors for the tri-county area by the Pacific Coast Business Times and is a sought-after speaker at conferences and panels on real estate and the regional economy.
Caitlin is a proud UCSB graduate and has been a central member of the Hayes Commercial team since 2008. With a background in real estate transaction coordination, marketing and market research, she is able to navigate complex transactions and provide strategic insight to clients, assisting them in achieving their business or investment objectives.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Caitlin is actively engaged in the local community and dedicates her time on a weekly basis to multiple non-profits in the Santa Barbara area. She also dedicates her time on a weekly basis to multiple non-profits in the Santa Barbara area.

Affiliations / AwardsCalifornia Department of Real Estate: License 01893341“40 under 40” & “Top Women in Business” from Pacific Coast Business TimesHumane Society, Gala Committee Member and VolunteerMeals on Wheels Santa Barbara, Board Member and VolunteerSB Downtown Organization, former Board MemberWomen’s Fund, Group Captain and MemberFunk Zone Alliance, former Board MemberToastmasters Club 5, former presidentJunior League of Santa Barbara, former Board Member and SustainerRecurring CoStar Power Broker RecipientContributor and Presenter for Saber and SBMLSWho’s Who in Commercial Real Estate honorsW Source, Founding Member

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