Is Central Coast, CA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Central Coast is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since April 2023

Since last year, Central Coast has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Central Coast is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.

Housing Prices in Central Coast, CA

How much do homes in Central Coast, CA cost?

Median Sold Price

$1,861,249

$975/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since April 2023

+$247,379(+15.3%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Central Coast have sold for 15.3% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Central Coast was $1,861,249 in April 2024, up 15.3% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $975.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSApr 2023Apr 2024CHANGE
1 $590K$685K
+16.1%
2 $1.0M$1.0M
+5.0%
3 $1.3M$1.6M
+20.2%
4 $2.2M$2.7M
+17.6%
5+ $3.9M$4.3M
+12.0%

Summary: Central Coast housing prices by bedroom type for April 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 16.1%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 5%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 20.2%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 17.6%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 12%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Central Coast
+15.3%
Costa Mesa
+12.4%
Irvine
+10.6%
Newport Beach
+9.5%
Corona Del Mar
+3.6%

Housing Supply in Central Coast, CA

How many homes are available in Central Coast, CA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Mar 2024Apr 2024CHANGE
642695+8.3%

Summary: The Central Coast real estate market had 695 homes for sale in April 2024, a 8.3% increase compared to March 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSMar 2024Apr 2024CHANGE
1 1422
+57.1%
2 112112
0.0%
3 211236
+11.8%
4 167172
+3.0%
5+ 138153
+10.9%

Summary: The Central Coast housing inventory by bedroom type for April 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 57.1%, 2 bedroom homes remained the same, 3 bedroom homes increased by 11.8%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 3%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 10.9%.

Number of Homes Sold

Mar 2024Apr 2024CHANGE
162166+2.5%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

86 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

29 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

51 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Central Coast, you may be able to get a good deal. 51.8% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 166 homes were sold or pending in Central Coast in April 2024, up by 2.5% month-over-month. Of the 166 sold homes, 52% were sold under asking, 17% were sold at asking, and 31% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Central Coast, CA

How long does it take to sell a home in Central Coast, CA?

Average Sale Time

Apr 2023Apr 2024CHANGE
36 Days37 Days+3.8%

Summary: Homes in Central Coast had an average of 37 days on market in Apr 2024, up by 3.8% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

108 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

32 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

26 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in Central Coast are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During April 2024, 166 homes were sold in Central Coast; 65% of homes were sold within 30 days, 19% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 16% of homes were sold over 90 days.

Housing Market Reports are calculated by Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on information from the MLS.

Report Updated 16 Days Ago

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