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SALINAS, CA 93901

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Monterey County
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 93901

Buena Vista · Center City · East Salinas Quadrant · Old Town · South Salinas · Sunset · West Salinas

Market Analysis

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

The SALINAS, CA real estate market (93901) currently shows 43 active listings, with 20 pending sales. Homes are averaging 45 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 45 days on market compared to 39 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 0.8% year-over-year, from $750,450 to $744,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 29,498  ·  Density: 1,188.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $84,669

Typical home value: $657,975  ·  Homeownership: 45.5%

Market Overview

Active Listings
43
⇧ 19.4% vs 36 last year
Pending
20
47% pending ratio
Median Price
$744,250
⇩ 0.8% vs $750,450 last year
Average Price
$813,560
⇧ 5.1% vs $774,364 last year
Days on Market
45
⇧ 15.4% vs 39 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$529
⇧ 1.7% vs $520/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,360 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 43 this year vs 36 last year
  • Days on market: 45 now vs 39 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $744,250 (-0.8% YoY)
  • Average: $813,560 (+5.1% 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
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 26.4 miles — 343 listings ($1,139,419,549 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
93901Salinas, CA 939010.0 mi41$32,762,854$732,500$799,094
93908Salinas, CA 939082.5 mi31$47,713,526$1,440,000$1,539,146
93906Salinas, CA 939065.2 mi50$34,854,750$686,250$697,095
93933Marina, CA 939338.6 mi44$41,778,792$892,500$949,518
93925Chualar, CA 9392511.8 mi1$2,200,000$2,200,000$2,200,000
95039Moss Landing, CA 9503914.1 mi5$18,791,500$2,199,000$3,758,300
93926Gonzales, CA 9392615.4 mi2$1,275,000$637,500$637,500
93921Carmel By The Sea, CA 9392117.5 mi19$96,183,510$3,847,500$5,062,290
93953Pebble Beach, CA 9395317.9 mi40$373,557,840$3,786,250$9,338,946
93923Carmel, CA 9392319.3 mi89$468,766,293$2,950,000$5,267,037
95019Freedom, CA 9501921.6 mi1$789,500$789,500$789,500
93960Soledad, CA 9396024.0 mi16$15,621,984$729,000$976,374
95075Tres Pinos, CA 9507526.4 mi4$5,124,000$1,249,000$1,281,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SALINAS, CA 93901?

As of March 2026, there are 43 active listings in SALINAS, CA (zip code 93901), compared to 36 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SALINAS, CA 93901?

The median listing price in SALINAS, CA 93901 is $744,250 as of March 2026, a 0.8% decrease from $750,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in SALINAS, CA 93901 spend an average of 45 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 39 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SALINAS, CA 93901?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, SALINAS, CA 93901 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 45 days on market compared to 39 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SALINAS, CA 93901 save an estimated $14,885 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $744,250. 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.