Ventura Housing Market Report – July 2026
Here's a look at how the Ventura, CA real estate market performed in July 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 88
- Median Sale Price: $855,000
- Average Sale Price: $954,967
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $581
- Average Days on Market: 72
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 98.9%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to June, the median sale price in Ventura moved 0.6% up (from $849,999 to $855,000). The number of homes sold was 11.1% down compared to the prior month (99 vs. 88). Average days on market shifted 4.0% down (75 days to 72 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to July 2025, the median sale price is 3.3% up (from $828,000 to $855,000). Sales volume is 7.4% down year-over-year.
What This Means
Ventura's housing market is showing modest resilience despite a slight seasonal slowdown in July. While home sales dropped 11 percent month-over-month to 88 units, this pullback is fairly typical for summer months when some buyers pause before the fall rush. More importantly, the median price ticked up 0.6 percent to $855,000 and is up a solid 3.3 percent year-over-year, suggesting underlying price stability even as transaction volume softens. Properties are moving reasonably well, with the average days on market dropping to 72 days and homes selling at 98.9 percent of list price—indicators that supply and demand remain relatively balanced.
The active inventory of 326 listings presents an interesting dynamic. With a median asking price of $975,000, there's a notable gap between what sellers are asking and what homes are actually selling for, suggesting some price expectations may need adjustment. The strong sale-to-list ratio and quicker selling times indicate that realistically priced homes continue to attract serious buyers. Overall, Ventura remains a steady, if not particularly hot, market—a good environment for buyers with options and sellers willing to price competitively.
Ventura Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93003 | 44 | $839,500 | $516 | 71 |
| 93001 | 23 | $1,050,000 | $770 | 94 |
| 93004 | 21 | $865,000 | $506 | 49 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 53 | $916,000 | $667 |
| CONDOS | 15 | $570,000 | $495 |
| TOWNHOMES | 7 | $520,000 | $447 |
| MOBILE | 6 | $388,750 | $332 |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 6 | $1,124,500 | $425 |
| CONDO | 1 | $465,000 | $395 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $200K - $299K | 2 |
| $300K - $399K | 4 |
| $400K - $499K | 6 |
| $500K - $749K | 19 |
| $750K+ | 57 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 326 active listings in Ventura with a median asking price of $975,000 and an average of 97 days on market.
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