Santa Maria Housing Market Report – June 2026
Here's a look at how the Santa Maria, CA real estate market performed in June 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 70
- Median Sale Price: $662,500
- Average Sale Price: $726,208
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $397
- Average Days on Market: 67
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 100.1%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to May, the median sale price in Santa Maria moved 1.3% down (from $671,250 to $662,500). The number of homes sold was 2.9% up compared to the prior month (68 vs. 70). Average days on market shifted 21.8% up (55 days to 67 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to June 2025, the median sale price is 0.1% down (from $663,000 to $662,500). Sales volume is 18.6% up year-over-year.
What This Means
Santa Maria's housing market is showing signs of a subtle cooling trend as we head into summer. While sales volume jumped nearly 19 percent year-over-year, this likely reflects improved data collection rather than genuine market surge—the month-over-month comparison tells a more honest story, with sales ticking up just 2.9 percent. What's more telling is that homes are lingering on the market about three weeks longer than they were last month, suggesting buyers are taking their time and sellers may need more patience.
The pricing picture reveals a market in equilibrium rather than momentum. The median price dipped slightly to $662,500, down 1.3 percent from May, though it's essentially flat compared to last June. More intriguingly, homes are selling at 100.1 percent of list price—basically asking price—indicating neither strong buyer demand nor desperate seller concessions. At $397 per square foot, Santa Maria remains an affordable option within California's landscape, which likely explains the sustained activity despite longer selling cycles.
With 334 active listings and homes averaging 84 days to sell, there's adequate inventory available. This suggests the market is finding its natural balance: inventory is sufficient, prices are holding steady, and neither side holds significant leverage. For buyers, it's a reasonable environment to be selective without rush.
Santa Maria Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93455 | 44 | $729,000 | $420 | 71 |
| 93454 | 17 | $512,500 | $370 | 60 |
| 93458 | 9 | $642,000 | $342 | 62 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 50 | $729,000 | $423 |
| MOBILE | 7 | $265,000 | $226 |
| CONDOS | 6 | $449,500 | $365 |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 3 | $1,150,000 | $475 |
| TOWNHOMES | 2 | $482,500 | $351 |
| OTHER | 1 | $520,000 | $385 |
| CONDO | 1 | $450,000 | $399 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $100K - $199K | 2 |
| $200K - $299K | 3 |
| $300K - $399K | 2 |
| $400K - $499K | 11 |
| $500K - $749K | 27 |
| $750K+ | 25 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 334 active listings in Santa Maria with a median asking price of $639,450 and an average of 84 days on market.
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