Santa Clara Housing Market Report – April 2026
Here's a look at how the Santa Clara, CA real estate market performed in April 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 56
- Median Sale Price: $1,777,500
- Average Sale Price: $1,758,274
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $1,151
- Average Days on Market: 45
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 106.0%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to March, the median sale price in Santa Clara moved 7.8% up (from $1,648,800 to $1,777,500). The number of homes sold was 30.9% down compared to the prior month (81 vs. 56). Average days on market shifted 25.0% up (36 days to 45 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to April 2025, the median sale price is 3.9% down (from $1,850,000 to $1,777,500). Sales volume is 35.6% down year-over-year.
What This Means
Santa Clara's real estate market is showing some mixed signals this April. The median price ticked up 7.8% from March to hit $1.78 million, which looks bullish on the surface. But dig deeper and you'll find a slower market underneath. Sales volume dropped nearly 31% month-over-month, and homes are now sitting on the market for 45 days instead of 36—that's a significant jump. What's likely happening here is that fewer buyers are competing, so sellers who do list are getting better prices from the limited pool of interested parties. It's a bit of a quality-over-quantity situation.
The year-over-year picture tells a different story. We're actually down 3.9% from April 2025's median price and down 35.6% in sales volume. That's concerning for market momentum. With 186 active listings—up from typical inventory levels—and homes taking longer to move, we're seeing a market shifting toward buyers. Interestingly, homes are still selling above asking at 106%, suggesting that when a property does attract an offer, it's competitive. The takeaway? Santa Clara remains expensive, but it's not flying off the shelves like it used to. If you're selling, patience is required. If you're buying, you finally have some leverage.
Santa Clara Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95051 | 32 | $2,044,444 | $1,297 | 34 |
| 95050 | 21 | $1,588,500 | $954 | 64 |
| 95054 | 3 | $1,385,000 | $969 | 40 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 35 | $2,100,888 | $1,397 |
| TOWNHOMES | 11 | $1,298,000 | $819 |
| CONDOS | 9 | $470,000 | $662 |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 1 | $1,762,000 | $589 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $400K - $499K | 5 |
| $500K - $749K | 3 |
| $750K+ | 48 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 186 active listings in Santa Clara with a median asking price of $1,549,000 and an average of 30 days on market.
Thinking About Selling Your Santa Clara Home?
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