Salida Housing Market Report – May 2026
Here's a look at how the Salida, CA real estate market performed in May 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 5
- Median Sale Price: $479,900
- Average Sale Price: $532,780
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $288
- Average Days on Market: 77
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 99.4%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to April, the median sale price in Salida moved 1.0% up (from $475,000 to $479,900). The number of homes sold was 44.4% down compared to the prior month (9 vs. 5). Average days on market shifted 60.4% up (48 days to 77 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to May 2025, the median sale price is 7.7% down (from $520,000 to $479,900). Sales volume is 28.6% down year-over-year.
What This Means
Salida's real estate market is showing signs of cooling as we head into summer 2026. This month saw only 5 homes sell, down sharply from 9 in April, though part of this decline likely reflects the typical seasonal slowdown rather than panic selling. More telling is the jump in days on market from 48 to 77 days—a 60 percent increase that suggests buyers are taking their time and sellers are facing stiffer competition. At $479,900, the median price edged up slightly month-over-month, but year-over-year it's down 7.7 percent from May 2025, indicating cooling from last year's levels.
The market dynamics reveal a buyer's advantage emerging. The 99.4 percent sale-to-list ratio shows homes are still selling close to asking, but active listings have grown to 21 properties with a median asking price of $515,000. That's a meaningful gap compared to what's actually selling, suggesting sellers may need to adjust expectations. The slower pace—homes averaging 77 days on market—gives serious buyers genuine negotiating room, a shift from the tighter conditions many California markets have experienced recently. For now, Salida remains a relatively balanced market rather than a seller's stronghold.
Salida Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95368 | 5 | $479,900 | $288 | 77 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 5 | $479,900 | $288 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $400K - $499K | 3 |
| $500K - $749K | 2 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 21 active listings in Salida with a median asking price of $515,000 and an average of 57 days on market.
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