“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.”
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Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot
Mar 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Santa Monica
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Quarterly Pricing Trends for Santa Monica
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Quarterly Pricing Trends for Santa Monica
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Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Santa Monica
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Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Santa Monica
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Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Santa Monica
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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).
Inventory in Santa Monica has shifted notably in the latest rolling three-month view through May 2026. Active listings are down about 12% from a year ago, even though they recently climbed month to month to 449. At the same time, homes sold have dipped roughly 8% year over year, and new listings are down nearly 20%, pointing to a tighter pool of options for buyers.
Contract activity shows a mixed picture. Pending sales are running about 5% lower than a year ago, yet they have risen strongly in recent months, and homes sold jumped nearly 39% from the prior three-month period. Median days on market now sit at 47, up sharply compared with a year earlier, suggesting that while some properties still move quickly, buyers generally have more time to decide.
Pricing has been edging higher even as activity has cooled compared with last year. The typical home value is up a little over 1% year over year, and the average sale-to-list ratio is just under 100%, indicating that most homes are closing close to asking price. About 28% of recent sales closed above list, down from higher shares seen in prior years, and months of supply has fallen to 4.4, reinforcing the current seller’s market designation. Whether you are trying to stand out as a seller or navigate limited choices as a buyer, Agent Pronto can connect you with a Santa Monica agent who understands these trends.
Learn more about what Santa Monica has to offer.
Santa Monica offers residents a vibrant coastal lifestyle with sun-drenched beaches, abundant parks, a walkable downtown, diverse dining and arts, and a strong sense of community built around outdoor recreation and local culture.
Santa Monica feels distinct from nearby Los Angeles or Culver City thanks to its walkable streets, human scaled downtown, and daily connection to the Pacific. The city’s identity centers on its coastline, from the historic Santa Monica Pier to wide stretches of sand and the path that connects to nearby Venice. Yet just a few blocks inland, you find established neighborhoods with mature trees, schools, and local shops that function like small town main streets.
Residents often organize life around distinct districts. Downtown and the Third Street Promenade offer dining, entertainment, and jobs in tech and creative industries. Montana Avenue to the north has independent boutiques and cafes, while Ocean Park blends classic beach cottages with low key hotspots along Main Street. Green spaces such as Palisades Park and Clover Park support an outdoor lifestyle year round.
Excellent public resources, including Santa Monica College and the Santa Monica Public Library, along with Expo Line access to Downtown LA, make the city attractive for long term residents and newcomers.
Homes here are in steady demand, from beachside condos to single family streets north of Wilshire. Timing and preparation are crucial, whether you are navigating multiple offer situations as a buyer or pricing strategically as a seller. Agent Pronto can connect you with a Santa Monica real estate professional who understands these dynamics and can guide both buyers and sellers with confidence.
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“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 🥰”
“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.”
“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.”
“Edward was absolutely fantastic to work with during our home leasing process. He was responsive, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping us find the right place. He made everything feel easy and stress-free, guiding us through each step and always being available to answer questions. We really appreciated his professionalism and friendly approach, and we felt confident we were in good hands the entire time. Highly recommend working with Edward!”
“Danny Navarro was recommended by a family friend and he showed that he is very knowledgeable about his craft. His personality was very welcoming from the start. He delivered on all aspects of selling our home. He has a team of helpers that brings the same characteristics that he has. Our home sold very fast and Danny helped us through this fast pace transition. I would recommend Danny to anyone needing a positive person to represent them.”
“We had a good time working together, the sale and the buy of houses we're pretty seamless all the documentation and the heads up of signing and sending she was on top of any questions that we needed answered if she couldn't do it in that moment, she would always get back to us promptly can't wait to get another house through Janely. Thanks again.”
“Laura is amazing. Very professional and above and beyond. Answere all calls promptly . Very knowledgeable and will do anything to help. I do t know what I would have done without her. I can't thank her enough”
“Our home was on the market for over a year in a tough location, during an unfavorable market, and amid a complicated family situation. Justin Bonney stepped in after another agent left us hanging, untangled the mess, and guided us through every step with professionalism, honesty, and constant communication. He is a man of character and expertise. Even in one of the most challenging cases, Justin never gave up on us and got us to the finish line. He went above and beyond, handling the behind-the-scenes work we’ll never forget. We not only found our go-to agent but also gained a trusted friend. Highly recommend Justin to anyone who needs someone reliable, resourceful, and committed when it matters most.”
“At our first meeting Gautam had an accurate understanding of my neighborhood and it's surroundings. After walking through the house and the yards he gave a clear assessment of our home's value and the reasons why. He also had an idea of what types of buyers would likely show interest, and how to market our home to them. He had an excellent advertising package in mind. One day after being on the market we received a full-price offer. It fell through, but in line were two more full-price offers. The second potential buyer became the buyer. There were three issues with the property that arose and he handled them all. That was especially helpful as we were already out-of-state. The house sold without further issues. Gotham was easy to work with, and his expertise gave me confidence that things would be well-handled. I recommend Gautam highly, and would recommend him to family and friends.”
“David was able to help and guide us through one of the most stressful times in our lives. He made the entire process smooth and as stress free as possible. He communicates clearly, and was available to answer any questions I had without pause. Thank you David!!”
“My husband and I have really enjoyed working with Joel in the process of finding a new home. He has been extremely knowledgeable, patient, and professional. He was timely but not too pushy. He is very detailed-oriented, which we appreciated greatly in the unique home purchase we made. He was very clear in explaining documents, market trends, and legal topics we were less familiar with. He was also very reliable and dependable.”
“There was not a time when I wanted to communicatewith Dorene when she was not available”
“Marco checked all the boxes, was extremely helpful for us as first-time homebuyers and explained EVERYTHING to us. We never felt pressured to buy a house we didn't see fit. Marco was so patient with all the questions we had and always so quick in his responses, which is so appreciated!”
“Since we contacted Pablo, we knew he was the right person to sell our house, he was trustworthy and worked hard to meet our expectations!”
“Toi Holliday went above and beyond what I expected. I live in a different town from the sale of my late brother's home. She oversaw the cleaning of his home, the trimming of plants and the cutting of lawn, front and back. She held a very successful open house, with three offers coming in. It sold quickly and for a good price.”
“Diego showed absolute professionalism throughout the entire process. It went very smoothly and all parties were happy with the end result. He was very transparent from the beginning and tempered our expectations from beginning to end. We are very pleased he was able to get above listing price for the home and ironed out all the details in a timely manner. I will definitely refer The Opulence Group to all my friends and family moving forward.”
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