RealEstateMarcos
Marcos Lazaro made Santa Barbara his home by choice after falling in love with its community and culture while attending the University of California, Santa Barbara, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in political science. During his senior year, Marcos was recruited by the U.S. House of Representatives to serve as a congressional liaison. His five years working with Congress strengthened the bilingual communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills that continue to shape his real estate career.
As a director of the Santa Barbara Association of Realtors, Marcos helps establish organizational goals, guide strategic direction, and evaluate policies on behalf of approximately 1,200 real estate professionals. The association’s membership spans residential and commercial sales, development, property management, and appraisal.
Marcos brings strong analytical skills, thoughtful negotiation, and clear communication to every transaction. His experience includes traditional purchases and sales, short sales, foreclosures, trustee sales, estate sales, bankruptcy sales, and court-ordered sales, as well as property management and commercial real estate. His involvement with city and county government helps him stay informed about existing and proposed land-use policies that may affect property values throughout the Santa Barbara area. Clients and colleagues appreciate his transparency, professionalism, and commitment to treating everyone with respect.
Giving back is an essential part of Marcos’ connection to the community. His volunteer experience includes the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County, Dream Foundation, Rotaract Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Meals on Wheels, Sierra Club, and Toastmasters. He also takes particular pride in mentoring young people.
Outside of real estate, Marcos enjoys hiking Santa Barbara’s scenic trails, surfing at Rincon, and kayaking along the coast with his daughter.
