Modesto Housing Market Report – March 2026
Here's a look at how the Modesto, CA real estate market performed in March 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 156
- Median Sale Price: $450,000
- Average Sale Price: $474,957
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $286
- Average Days on Market: 70
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 99.7%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to February, the median sale price in Modesto moved 5.9% up (from $425,000 to $450,000). The number of homes sold was 60.8% up compared to the prior month (97 vs. 156). Average days on market shifted 1.4% up (69 days to 70 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to March 2025, the median sale price is 0.9% up (from $446,000 to $450,000). Sales volume is 24.6% down year-over-year.
What This Means
Modesto's housing market is showing some interesting mixed signals as we head into spring. The big story is a dramatic jump in sales volume—homes sold surged 60.8% from February, which is exactly what you'd expect as the market transitions from winter doldrums into the traditionally busier spring season. However, that enthusiasm comes with a caveat: year-over-year, sales are down nearly 25%, suggesting last March was considerably hotter. The median price is up nearly 6% month-over-month but essentially flat compared to last year, which tells us we're not in an explosive growth phase, just recovering to seasonal norms.
What's really telling is how quickly homes are moving and at what price. Sellers are getting nearly full asking price (99.7% ratio), and homes are moving in about 70 days—neither particularly fast nor slow for this market. The 477 active listings suggest modest supply, and with asking prices around $469,000, there's reasonable inventory for buyers to choose from. The single-family home dominance (132 of 156 sales) reflects typical Central Valley preferences.
Overall, Modesto looks like a balanced, seasonal market without dramatic momentum in either direction. It's neither a buyers' market nor a sellers' rush—just steady, normalized spring activity.
Modesto Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95355 | 41 | $480,000 | $277 | 58 |
| 95350 | 30 | $447,499 | $261 | 81 |
| 95356 | 28 | $457,500 | $289 | 67 |
| 95354 | 19 | $392,000 | $325 | 77 |
| 95351 | 17 | $398,000 | $280 | 64 |
| 95358 | 13 | $454,000 | $335 | 87 |
| 95357 | 8 | $487,500 | $247 | 63 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 132 | $455,000 | $306 |
| CONDOS | 9 | $270,000 | $237 |
| MOBILE | 9 | $95,000 | $80 |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 5 | $645,000 | $212 |
| LAND | 1 | $622,500 | N/A |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| Under $100K | 7 |
| $100K - $199K | 4 |
| $200K - $299K | 12 |
| $300K - $399K | 22 |
| $400K - $499K | 68 |
| $500K - $749K | 34 |
| $750K+ | 9 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 477 active listings in Modesto with a median asking price of $469,000 and an average of 67 days on market.
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