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SANTA MONICA, CA 90404

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Los Angeles County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
27
⇩ 22.9% vs 35 last year
Pending
5
19% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,127,000
⇩ 1.5% vs $1,144,500 last year
Average Price
$1,249,193
⇧ 3.4% vs $1,208,334 last year
Days on Market
23
⇩ 56.6% vs 53 days last year

Market Context

Population: 23,975  ·  Density: 4,696.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $87,209

Typical home value: $1,100,140  ·  Homeownership: 22.0%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The SANTA MONICA, CA real estate market (90404) currently shows 27 active listings, with 5 pending sales. Homes are averaging 23 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 8 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 23 days on market compared to 53 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 1.5% year-over-year, from $1,144,500 to $1,127,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 27 this year vs 35 last year
  • Days on market: 23 now vs 53 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,127,000 (-1.5% YoY)
  • Average: $1,249,193 (+3.4% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 6.4 miles — 684 listings ($3,219,312,778 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
90404Santa Monica, CA 904040.0 mi27$33,728,211$1,127,000$1,249,193
90405Santa Monica, CA 904051.1 mi48$114,884,256$1,740,000$2,393,422
90402Santa Monica, CA 904021.8 mi52$412,284,964$3,960,000$7,928,557
90291Venice, CA 902912.3 mi92$293,040,792$2,862,498$3,185,226
90066Los Angeles, CA 900663.0 mi74$152,167,088$1,799,000$2,056,312
90292Marina Del Rey, CA 902923.7 mi112$193,213,664$1,369,500$1,725,122
90034Los Angeles, CA 900344.3 mi56$99,782,144$1,497,000$1,781,824
90232Culver City, CA 902324.7 mi9$23,490,000$2,292,000$2,610,000
90212Beverly Hills, CA 902124.8 mi26$123,292,962$2,650,000$4,742,037
90035Los Angeles, CA 900355.3 mi35$63,946,085$1,395,000$1,827,031
90077Los Angeles, CA 900775.5 mi105$1,617,776,580$7,947,000$15,407,396
90211Beverly Hills, CA 902115.8 mi22$47,623,994$1,950,000$2,164,727
90056Los Angeles, CA 900566.4 mi26$44,082,038$1,449,000$1,695,463

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SANTA MONICA, CA 90404?

As of January 2026, there are 27 active listings in SANTA MONICA, CA (zip code 90404), compared to 35 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SANTA MONICA, CA 90404?

The median listing price in SANTA MONICA, CA 90404 is $1,127,000 as of January 2026, a 1.5% decrease from $1,144,500 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in SANTA MONICA, CA?

Homes in SANTA MONICA, CA 90404 spend an average of 23 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 53 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SANTA MONICA, CA 90404?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SANTA MONICA, CA 90404 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 8 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 23 days on market compared to 53 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in SANTA MONICA, CA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SANTA MONICA, CA 90404 save an estimated $22,540 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,127,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.