Seaside Housing Market Report – April 2026
Here's a look at how the Seaside, CA real estate market performed in April 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 8
- Median Sale Price: $855,500
- Average Sale Price: $821,875
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $630
- Average Days on Market: 38
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 98.1%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to March, the median sale price in Seaside moved 2.8% down (from $880,000 to $855,500). The number of homes sold was 46.7% down compared to the prior month (15 vs. 8). Average days on market shifted 52.5% down (80 days to 38 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to April 2025, the median sale price is 8.4% up (from $789,500 to $855,500). Sales volume is 42.9% down year-over-year.
What This Means
Seaside's real estate market is sending mixed signals this April. On one hand, homes are selling closer to asking price (98.1%) and moving much faster—down to 38 days from 80 last month. That's a dramatic improvement in market efficiency. However, the headline number is harder to ignore: only 8 homes sold, down nearly 47% from March. This kind of seasonal dip is typical for the spring transition period, but combined with a 43% year-over-year decline in volume, it suggests fewer buyers are competing for available homes right now.
The good news for sellers is that prices have held up surprisingly well. The median is up 8.4% annually, and that 98.1% sale-to-list ratio means homes are still commanding strong prices relative to their asking marks. However, the month-over-month dip of 2.8% hints that momentum might be stalling. With 47 active listings on the market, inventory isn't critically tight anymore—buyers actually have options now, which shifts power back to their side.
For Seaside specifically, this reflects broader Monterey County trends of softening demand amid persistent affordability concerns. If you're selling, the faster absorption rate is encouraging. If you're buying, the inventory and slower pace might finally give you some negotiating room after years of competition.
Seaside Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93955 | 8 | $855,500 | $630 | 38 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 5 | $975,000 | $704 |
| CONDOS | 1 | $830,000 | $633 |
| LAND | 1 | $260,000 | N/A |
| MOBILE | 1 | $285,000 | $260 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $200K - $299K | 2 |
| $750K+ | 6 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 47 active listings in Seaside with a median asking price of $849,000 and an average of 47 days on market.
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