Aptos Housing Market Report – April 2026
Here's a look at how the Aptos, CA real estate market performed in April 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 27
- Median Sale Price: $1,250,000
- Average Sale Price: $1,389,676
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $898
- Average Days on Market: 74
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 98.5%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to March, the median sale price in Aptos moved 9.1% down (from $1,375,000 to $1,250,000). The number of homes sold was 42.1% up compared to the prior month (19 vs. 27). Average days on market shifted 14.0% down (86 days to 74 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to April 2025, the median sale price is 4.0% up (from $1,202,500 to $1,250,000). Sales volume is 3.6% down year-over-year.
What This Means
Aptos is showing some mixed signals this April, with activity picking up noticeably month-over-month even as prices dip slightly. Sales volume jumped 42 percent to 27 homes, and homes are moving faster—sitting on the market for just 74 days instead of 86. That's the spring market doing what it typically does, bringing more buyers off the sidelines. The fact that homes are selling at 98.5 percent of list price suggests there's still reasonable buyer interest, though sellers aren't commanding the premiums they might have hoped for.
The price picture is more nuanced. The month-over-month decline of 9.1 percent looks concerning until you remember April usually sees more inventory and a wider range of properties. Year-over-year, the median is still up 4 percent, so we're not in a downtrend—just normal seasonal variation. With 137 active listings and median asking prices around $1.23 million, inventory is relatively healthy for a Santa Cruz County community, giving buyers some breathing room.
Overall, Aptos feels like a balanced market right now. It's not a seller's frenzy, but it's not sluggish either. If you're selling, realistic pricing matters; if you're buying, the pace gives you time to be selective.
Aptos Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95003 | 27 | $1,250,000 | $898 | 74 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 16 | $1,400,000 | $951 |
| CONDOS | 5 | $955,000 | $812 |
| TOWNHOMES | 4 | $858,500 | $521 |
| MOBILE | 1 | $735,000 | $453 |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 1 | $2,425,000 | $2,425 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $400K - $499K | 1 |
| $500K - $749K | 3 |
| $750K+ | 23 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 137 active listings in Aptos with a median asking price of $1,225,000 and an average of 72 days on market.
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