Castroville Housing Market Report – July 2026
Here's a look at how the Castroville, CA real estate market performed in July 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 1
- Median Sale Price: $670,000
- Average Sale Price: $670,000
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $333
- Average Days on Market: 57
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 100.0%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to June, the median sale price in Castroville moved 124.3% up (from $298,750 to $670,000). The number of homes sold was 50.0% down compared to the prior month (2 vs. 1). Average days on market shifted 52.9% down (121 days to 57 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to July 2025, the median sale price is 210.9% up (from $215,500 to $670,000). Sales volume is 50.0% down year-over-year.
What This Means
Castroville's housing market showed a dramatic shift in July, with median prices hitting $670,000—more than double last year's $215,500. This isn't necessarily a sign of a booming market, though. The data tells a more nuanced story: only one home sold, and while that property fetched its full asking price, the limited transaction volume makes drawing broad conclusions difficult. A single sale can skew statistics significantly, especially in a smaller market like Castroville.
What's more encouraging is the acceleration in sales speed. Homes are moving off the market in just 57 days on average, down from 121 days in June—a substantial improvement that suggests buyer interest has picked up heading into late summer. The gap between the 12 active listings and minimal sales volume does raise questions about whether current sellers' expectations align with buyer demand, particularly given the wide price range between median asking price ($240,000) and recent sales ($670,000).
The takeaway is cautiously optimistic but complicated. While the price appreciation and faster sales velocity are positive signals, the scarcity of transactions means this month's data should be viewed with some skepticism. Prospective buyers and sellers might want to monitor the next few months closely to see if July's momentum continues or if the market settles back into slower patterns.
Castroville Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95012 | 1 | $670,000 | $333 | 57 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 1 | $670,000 | $333 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $500K - $749K | 1 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 12 active listings in Castroville with a median asking price of $240,000 and an average of 115 days on market.
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