“This real estate purchase was totally smooth. No issues at all! We are part of hundreds of real estate transactions each year and this was a breeze compared to most. Loo forward to working with Mike again!”
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Central Santa Cruz real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Central Santa Cruz real estate market. *
Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot
Mar 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026
Median sale price
$1.1M
+45%
from
Q1 '26
Median list price
$942K
+18%
from
Q1 '26
Active listings
19
+73%
from
Q1 '26
Homes sold
3
-25%
from
Q1 '26
New pendings
8
+33%
from
Q1 '26
New listings
14
+180%
from
Q1 '26
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Central Santa Cruz
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Central Santa Cruz
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Central Santa Cruz
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Central Santa Cruz
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Central Santa Cruz
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Central Santa Cruz
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
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Seller’s Market
Seller’s Market
Buyer’s Market
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Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Mar 2026 - May 2026).
Homes in Central Santa Cruz have been taking much longer to sell in this rolling three‑month view, with the median days on market rising to 110, up sharply from both last year and earlier periods. This slower pace contrasts with the broader city of Santa Cruz, where homes are generally moving more quickly.
Prices, however, have been heading higher even as sales slow. The typical home value is up more than 40% year over year in this rolling three‑month window, and the median list price has also climbed compared with a year ago. At the same time, the average sale-to-list ratio has edged down to just over 95%, and no recent sales have closed above asking price.
Inventory conditions look very different from the city overall, with Central Santa Cruz showing 9.6 months of supply compared with 2.7 months for Santa Cruz as a whole. Active listings are roughly in line with last year, but the number of homes sold has dropped by more than half year over year, while new listings and pending sales have both increased. This mix of higher prices, slower closings, and elevated supply points to a complex environment where careful pricing and strategy matter. Buyers and sellers can both benefit from a local expert, and Agent Pronto can help them find the right agent to navigate Central Santa Cruz today.
Learn more about what Central Santa Cruz has to offer.
Central Santa Cruz offers residents a vibrant, walkable neighborhood with easy access to parks, shops, schools, and shoreline recreation, all within a tight-knit, welcoming community.
Central Santa Cruz tends to attract people who want an easy, everyday lifestyle with quick access to beaches, schools, and downtown energy. Residents range from longtime locals and campus-connected families to buyers seeking walkable streets, older bungalows, and smaller condo buildings that keep them close to the heart of Santa Cruz.
Housing here reflects a mix of needs. Older single family homes near Mission Hill Middle School and Santa Cruz High School appeal to buyers looking for yards and established blocks, while townhomes and apartments closer to Pacific Avenue suit those who prize dining, music, and shopping over extra square footage. Access to Santa Cruz Metro routes makes car free living more practical, and many streets place residents a short ride from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Neary Lagoon Park.
For sellers, Central Santa Cruz often draws strong interest from buyers coming from San Jose or Scotts Valley who want a coastal lifestyle without being right on the oceanfront. Proximity to UC Santa Cruz also shapes demand for both primary residences and investment properties. Values can shift quickly by street, school assignment, and micro location near Downtown Santa Cruz.
Choosing an agent who truly understands block by block differences in Central Santa Cruz is essential. Agent Pronto connects buyers and sellers with local professionals who know these neighborhood level details and can guide each move with clarity.
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“After the passing of my wife, I made the difficult decision to sell my home and move on from a place that held many memories. My son introduced me to Amy Mosley and her assistant, Brittany, and from the very beginning, they made me feel comfortable and supported. Amy is professional, knowledgeable, and very easy to work with. Since I know very little about real estate, she took the time to explain the process and kept me informed every step of the way. Her experience and guidance gave me confidence during what could have been a very overwhelming time. Amy and Brittany make an excellent team, and my experience working with them has been outstanding. I truly appreciate their kindness, professionalism, and dedication. I would highly recommend Amy Mosley and her team to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.”
Coldwell Banker Realty
“Amy is an outstanding agent who helped my family with a home sale during a very stressful time. She made everything extremely easy. She thought of things no one else did, to head off issues before they became issues. She gave great advice that was practical. Amy’s involvement and creativity yielded multiple offers and an above asking price sale. She was reassuring and professional. She brought a lot of knowledge and experience to the table. She is also just a great person who put me at ease straight away. I trust her completely. This went as smoothly as it possibly could have. I cannot recommend Amy enough.”
Century 21 Peak
“Melissa did a excellent job , I would recommend her to anyone. She took care of any issues that came up and got the job done . I commend her professionalism throughout the entire process of selling our house. 👍👍👍👍👍”
eXP Realty
“Choosing to work with Tony on the purchase of our home is one of the best decisions that I have ever made. When you work with Tony Serrano, you can feel secure that you are working with someone that has the highest level of integrity and compassion out there. Also, you don't just get Tony backing you up, you get his team. He's surrounded by professionals who are there to take care of you. From the working with his lender and all the services providers you need to complete the sale and hire for repairs afterwards, Tony has you covered. After the purchase of my home, Tony provided me with some amazing people to prepare our home for our move in. Painters, electricians, plumbers, just to name a few. They all work with Tony and take care of me as a valued client just like Tony did throughout this entire experience. Tony is prompt, responsiveness and works tirelessly to make sure you get into our dream home. I know because we found ours. He'sthe best out there!”
Century 21 Realty Masters
“Thanks to Nicole, I was able to purchase a home that I absolutely love. If you're looking for a realtor who is professional, trustworthy, hardworking, and truly has your best interests at heart, I highly recommend reaching out to Nicole. You'll be glad you did. As a first-time homebuyer, I had a lot of questions. Finding Nicole was one of the best things that could have happened. She was incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and always willing to take the time to explain things in detail. Even when I thought I had done all the research possible, she always had helpful insights and advice that made a big difference. What stood out most was her dedication. No matter when I reached out, she was quick to answer my questions and made me feel supported. It never felt like I was just another client; she truly cared about helping me find the right home. Let her help you find your dream home too. I am even going to work on some future investment endeavors with her.”
El Camino Realty & Associates
“Working with Steven Padilla and Leo Juarez was truly the best experience we could have asked for when buying a home. From start to finish, they were professional, knowledgeable, and always available to answer my questions. They made the entire process smooth, stress-free, and easy to understand. Their dedication, communication, and commitment to helping us find the right home exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend Steven and Leo to anyone looking to purchase a home. Thank you both for making our dream of homeownership a reality! Closed on our home in 28 days! Thank you guys 🥰”
Century 21 A Better Service Realty
“Working with Karen was excellent, she made sure to be there for us in every step of the process, was kind and patient enough to explain things to us and made sure we were comfortable. I do believe she's wonderful in her job and very professional. Although I would recommend her to change some of the contacts for some of the services that comes with buying a house, like the house inspection one and the carpet cleaning services; nothing to do with HER work but something to consider.”
Century 21 Allstars
“Peggy Wilson was fabulous in her quest to help me find the right type of housing. Being older and recently widowed, she helped guide me into a place that would serve my needs for more years than what I had anticipated. A comfortable, affordable, community-minded environment. She's always willing to help me after the purchase also as I have not been able to move yet. If I do have to move again, she'll be the first one I call. Thank you, Peggy for helping me!”
Century 21 Jordan Link
“I have had the pleasure of working with Edgar, and I can confidently say he is one of the most professional, reliable, and dedicated individuals I’ve had the opportunity to know. He consistently demonstrates integrity, strong work ethic, and a genuine commitment to delivering exceptional results. Edgar is knowledgeable, approachable, and always willing to go the extra mile to help others. His ability to communicate effectively, solve problems, and maintain a positive attitude makes him someone clients and colleagues can trust. I highly recommend Edgar to anyone looking for a true professional. His dedication, character, and commitment to excellence set him apart, and I have no doubt he will continue to make a positive impact wherever he goes.”
Century 21 Affiliated
“I hate completing surveys, but Denise is do good I did it for her, and for you who should hire her. She gets the job done. We sold in 8 days OVER asking. It can happen to you!”
Compass
“I cannot recommend Pam enough! She recently helped my family sell my late mother's house. Not only was she highly professional, knowledgeable, and efficient, but she also showed us so much compassion during a very emotional time. She took the stress out of the process and truly went above and beyond for us. Thank you, Pam!”
Century 21 Hometown Realty
“Nancy and her team did an amazing job guiding us through selling our house. She is extremely professional and got our house sold for the asking price in less than one week. I would highly recommend her to anyone that is buying or selling their home.”
Coldwell Banker Andreason Group
“From the moment my husband and I met Andrew, I knew we were in great hands. He was fully transparent about anything and everything we needed to know. He is very knowledgeable and very skilled. Truely a great person and realtor, he answered our calls and texts at all hours of the day, and always calmed us when things became stressed. I would 1000% recommend to all family and friends. He will take care of you like you were family. Thank you Andrew you are the best 🙌🏼”
Century 21 Citrus
“Very professional, the type of agent that goes above and beyond for her customer it was a great experience and I'm so appreciative that she was on my side working to sell my property as I was moving out of State. I would definitely highly recommend Amy.”
Keller Williams Beverly Hills
“She is a very professional agent with so kind service. She suggested price was probably fix the market. She is doing everything very smooth. She found a extremely good photographer took professional pictures for my house showing. She is very responsible to help find repair man to finish the small but important repair. We thanks so much for her to sell our house in 2 weeks.”
Coldwell Banker Home Source
“Crystal made every part of the home buying process easier. From recommending properties to explaining the ins and outs of different locations, I felt confident in my decision to purchase my home. I would 100% recommend Crystal to anyone looking to purchase a home in the Yuba City area!”
Century 21 Select
“I have work with Jack ma before, he is a very serious trustful and very knowledeable about sale and buy the houses His team did good job too. He did a lot of research about the house for sale befor going to sing the contract , then follow the steps. and he check each contracts status every day ,make sure they are on right direction. Because of all of that our house sold in a 30days. In the year of may 2026. If you want to SALE or BUY a house JACK MA is a best Choice”
Century 21 Masters
“Jennifer came to me highly recommended by several people. I liked that she was familiar with all the perks and demands that the HOA presented. She understood that it was urgent that I sell my father's property. Jennifer was friendly, knowledgeable, and always kept me informed. I'm now on the long list of people who highly recommend Jennifer. She was great from start to finish.”
Century 21 Affiliated
“I can't say enough about Mr. Tubillara with all of his professionalism, hard work ethic, continued updated communication, attentiveness, staying on top of things to keep the process moving forward & just getting the job done!! I highly recommend him!!!”
eXp Realty of California Inc.
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