Santa Ana Housing Market Report – April 2026
Here's a look at how the Santa Ana, CA real estate market performed in April 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 81
- Median Sale Price: $920,000
- Average Sale Price: $985,062
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $602
- Average Days on Market: 73
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 99.9%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to March, the median sale price in Santa Ana moved 12.5% up (from $817,500 to $920,000). The number of homes sold was 1.2% down compared to the prior month (82 vs. 81). Average days on market shifted 5.2% down (77 days to 73 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to April 2025, the median sale price is 13.3% up (from $812,000 to $920,000). Sales volume is 9.0% down year-over-year.
What This Means
Santa Ana's housing market is showing mixed signals this April. On the positive side, sellers are getting nearly full asking price with a 99.9% sale-to-list ratio, and homes are moving faster than before—down to 73 days on market from 77 the previous month. More importantly, median prices have surged 12.5% month-over-month and 13.3% year-over-year, suggesting genuine appreciation rather than a seasonal blip. The $602 per square foot average is competitive for Orange County, reflecting Santa Ana's continued gentrification and appeal to buyers priced out of pricier coastal communities.
However, there's a cautionary note. Sales volume dropped 1.2% this month and 9% annually, meaning fewer homes are actually changing hands despite strong prices. This slowdown likely reflects broader economic headwinds—rising interest rates and affordability concerns are catching up with the market. With 373 active listings on the market, buyers have more options than they did a year ago, yet they're still making offers quickly, suggesting underlying demand remains.
The property mix skews heavily toward single-family homes, which continue driving Santa Ana's market. Overall, we're seeing a market that's price-strong but volume-weak—healthy for sellers right now, but potentially vulnerable if buyer activity continues declining.
Santa Ana Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92705 | 21 | $1,339,000 | $558 | 68 |
| 92704 | 18 | $933,000 | $584 | 64 |
| 92707 | 13 | $780,000 | $652 | 87 |
| 92701 | 11 | $850,000 | $514 | 73 |
| 92703 | 10 | $827,500 | $682 | 78 |
| 92706 | 8 | $1,242,500 | $678 | 74 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 48 | $1,197,500 | $683 |
| CONDOS | 17 | $430,000 | $565 |
| MOBILE | 7 | $332,500 | $209 |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 4 | $1,055,000 | N/A |
| TOWNHOMES | 4 | $736,000 | $474 |
| LAND | 1 | $875,000 | N/A |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| Under $100K | 1 |
| $100K - $199K | 1 |
| $200K - $299K | 1 |
| $300K - $399K | 8 |
| $400K - $499K | 7 |
| $500K - $749K | 9 |
| $750K+ | 54 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 373 active listings in Santa Ana with a median asking price of $799,900 and an average of 77 days on market.
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