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SALINAS, CA 93906

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
41
⇧ 20.6% vs 34 last year
Pending
20
49% pending ratio
Median Price
$654,000
⇩ 5.7% vs $693,250 last year
Average Price
$666,635
⇩ 4.1% vs $694,995 last year
Days on Market
46
⇧ 15% vs 40 days last year

Market Context

Population: 66,883  ·  Density: 1,947.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $93,626

Typical home value: $562,172  ·  Homeownership: 55.3%

Market Analysis

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

The SALINAS, CA real estate market (93906) currently shows 41 active listings, with 20 pending sales. Homes are averaging 46 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 46 days on market compared to 40 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 5.7% year-over-year, from $693,250 to $654,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 41 this year vs 34 last year
  • Days on market: 46 now vs 40 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $654,000 (-5.7% YoY)
  • Average: $666,635 (-4.1% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 24.0 miles — 273 listings ($436,573,754 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
93906Salinas, CA 939060.0 mi41$27,332,035$654,000$666,635
93907Salinas, CA 939073.6 mi29$29,057,681$885,000$1,001,989
93962Spreckels, CA 939626.8 mi1$939,000$939,000$939,000
95012Castroville, CA 950127.4 mi1$725,000$725,000$725,000
95045San Juan Bautista, CA 950459.6 mi10$12,340,000$1,299,000$1,234,000
95039Moss Landing, CA 9503910.3 mi3$13,449,000$2,149,000$4,483,000
93925Chualar, CA 9392514.2 mi1$2,200,000$2,200,000$2,200,000
95019Freedom, CA 9501917.0 mi1$777,125$777,125$777,125
93926Gonzales, CA 9392618.8 mi2$1,275,000$637,500$637,500
93921Carmel By The Sea, CA 9392119.9 mi11$43,074,493$4,395,000$3,915,863
95020Gilroy, CA 9502020.6 mi68$85,822,732$1,099,484$1,262,099
93924Carmel Valley, CA 9392422.6 mi36$93,953,664$1,800,000$2,609,824
95003Aptos, CA 9500324.0 mi69$125,628,024$1,250,000$1,820,696

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SALINAS, CA 93906?

As of January 2026, there are 41 active listings in SALINAS, CA (zip code 93906), compared to 34 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SALINAS, CA 93906?

The median listing price in SALINAS, CA 93906 is $654,000 as of January 2026, a 5.7% decrease from $693,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in SALINAS, CA 93906 spend an average of 46 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 40 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SALINAS, CA 93906?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SALINAS, CA 93906 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 46 days on market compared to 40 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 93906 save an estimated $13,080 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $654,000. 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.