Aptos Housing Market Report – May 2026
Here's a look at how the Aptos, CA real estate market performed in May 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 30
- Median Sale Price: $1,204,944
- Average Sale Price: $1,498,088
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $879
- Average Days on Market: 53
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 99.2%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to April, the median sale price in Aptos moved 7.3% down (from $1,300,000 to $1,204,944). The number of homes sold was 14.3% down compared to the prior month (35 vs. 30). Average days on market shifted 28.4% down (74 days to 53 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to May 2025, the median sale price is 0.4% up (from $1,200,000 to $1,204,944). Sales volume is 15.4% up year-over-year.
What This Means
Aptos is showing signs of a market cooling after what appears to be a stronger spring. May saw 30 homes sell, down 14.3% from April, though this pullback is fairly typical as we head into summer months. More telling is that homes are sitting on the market longer—53 days compared to April's 74 days suggests inventory is moving faster, which could indicate either improved buyer interest or sellers getting more realistic about pricing. The median price dipped 7.3% month-over-month to just over $1.2 million, though it's essentially flat year-over-year, suggesting the market has found a stable footing rather than appreciating significantly.
What's particularly interesting is the sale-to-list ratio of 99.2%, which means homes are selling very close to asking price. This signals that pricing is actually quite accurate right now—sellers aren't overreaching, and buyers aren't desperate to overpay. With 143 active listings and median asking prices around $1.25 million, there's reasonable selection without an overwhelming glut. The inventory-to-sales ratio looks balanced, neither favoring buyers nor sellers dramatically. For someone looking to sell, the faster DOM is encouraging; for buyers, the stable pricing and ample inventory offers genuine negotiating room.
Aptos Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95003 | 30 | $1,204,944 | $879 | 53 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 22 | $1,425,000 | $912 |
| CONDOS | 3 | $892,500 | $853 |
| LAND | 2 | $744,380 | N/A |
| TOWNHOMES | 2 | $805,000 | $625 |
| CONDO | 1 | $599,000 | $756 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $500K - $749K | 3 |
| $750K+ | 27 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 143 active listings in Aptos with a median asking price of $1,249,000 and an average of 79 days on market.
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