Santa Cruz County Market Update – May 2025
Quick summary: In May 2025, Santa Cruz County’s single-family market showed steady strength with a median sales price of $1.34M, 124 closed sales, and homes selling in an average of 25 days. Sellers received 100% of list price on average, a sign of healthy demand and a slightly seller-favored market. Compared to May 2024, when the median price was $1.36M, 111 homes sold, and the average days on market was 27, overall conditions remain consistent. Pricing is holding near record levels, homes are still moving relatively quickly, and the market continues to balance increasing inventory with stable buyer activity.
