Data as of September 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The Monterey County, CA real estate market currently shows 774 active listings, with 223 pending sales. Homes are averaging 66 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 39 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.
Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 66 days on market compared to 60 days last year.
The median listing price has risen 0.7% year-over-year, from $1,281,125 to $1,289,500.
Population: 431,745 · Density: 1,017.2/mi² · Median household income: $89,726
Typical home value: $651,415 · Homeownership: 51.3%
Salinas: 93901, 93906, 93907, 93908
Aromas: 95004
Big Sur: 93920
Bradley: 93426
Carmel By The Sea: 93921
Carmel Valley: 93924
Castroville: 95012
Chualar: 93925
Gonzales: 93926
Greenfield: 93927
Jolon: 93928
King City: 93930
Based on listing price changes before sale/pending as a proxy for sale-to-list dynamics. Source: Realtor.com.