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Lee Prospect Heights

SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Santa Cruz County
Buyer's Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 95065

Lee · Prospect Heights

Market Analysis

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

The SANTA CRUZ, CA real estate market (95065) currently shows 16 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 19 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 19 days on market compared to 17 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 4.6% year-over-year, from $1,523,250 to $1,593,088.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 8,125  ·  Density: 286.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $136,469

Typical home value: $1,087,920  ·  Homeownership: 68.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
16
⇧ 33.3% vs 12 last year
Pending
2
13% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,593,088
⇧ 4.6% vs $1,523,250 last year
Average Price
$2,608,167
⇧ 54.4% vs $1,689,056 last year
Days on Market
19
⇧ 11.8% vs 17 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$746
⇩ 1.6% vs $758/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,840 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 16 this year vs 12 last year
  • Days on market: 19 now vs 17 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,593,088 (+4.6% YoY)
  • Average: $2,608,167 (+54.4% 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
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 17.2 miles — 447 listings ($1,092,428,217 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
95065Santa Cruz, CA 950650.0 mi10$26,568,950$1,349,250$2,656,895
95073Soquel, CA 950733.0 mi18$26,898,570$1,200,000$1,494,365
95010Capitola, CA 950104.1 mi21$24,933,426$996,250$1,187,306
95018Felton, CA 950185.2 mi15$13,210,905$799,000$880,727
95060Santa Cruz, CA 950606.6 mi54$121,333,680$1,574,000$2,246,920
95033Los Gatos, CA 950338.6 mi51$164,007,585$1,849,250$3,215,835
95032Los Gatos, CA 9503212.6 mi44$105,012,732$1,875,000$2,386,653
95030Los Gatos, CA 9503013.1 mi29$124,999,744$3,249,500$4,310,336
95120San Jose, CA 9512013.3 mi39$92,084,343$2,193,944$2,361,137
95017Davenport, CA 9501714.4 mi1$1,575,000$1,575,000$1,575,000
95070Saratoga, CA 9507015.9 mi56$271,880,896$3,555,972$4,855,016
95123San Jose, CA 9512316.9 mi96$100,724,064$796,500$1,049,209
95119San Jose, CA 9511917.2 mi13$19,198,322$1,490,500$1,476,794

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065?

As of April 2026, there are 16 active listings in SANTA CRUZ, CA (zip code 95065), compared to 12 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065?

The median listing price in SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065 is $1,593,088 as of April 2026, a 4.6% increase from $1,523,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065 spend an average of 19 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 17 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 19 days on market compared to 17 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065 save an estimated $31,862 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,593,088. 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.