Carpinteria Housing Market Report – May 2026
Here's a look at how the Carpinteria, CA real estate market performed in May 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 27
- Median Sale Price: $1,050,000
- Average Sale Price: $1,288,822
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $964
- Average Days on Market: 68
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 100.3%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to April, the median sale price in Carpinteria moved 17.6% down (from $1,275,000 to $1,050,000). The number of homes sold was 12.5% up compared to the prior month (24 vs. 27). Average days on market shifted 4.6% up (65 days to 68 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to May 2025, the median sale price is 18.6% up (from $885,000 to $1,050,000). Sales volume is 145.5% up year-over-year.
What This Means
Carpinteria's housing market is showing some interesting cross-currents this May. While sales volume jumped significantly month-over-month, that uptick likely reflects improved data collection rather than a genuine market surge. The more telling story is in pricing: the median dropped nearly 18 percent from April, suggesting we're seeing some seasonal normalization after what may have been an inflated spring peak. That said, year-over-year the median is still up nearly 19 percent, indicating the market remains substantially stronger than it was a year ago.
What's particularly revealing is the gap between what's selling and what's listing. Homes are moving at the list price or slightly above it (100.3% ratio), which signals balanced market conditions. However, the inventory of 72 active listings with a median ask of $1.78 million is substantially higher than current sales prices, suggesting sellers may still be adjusting to reality. Properties are sitting longer too—68 days on average compared to 65 last month—indicating buyer interest is moderating. The condo-heavy sales mix also hints that buyers are gravitating toward more affordable entry points rather than chasing single-family homes at peak prices.
Carpinteria Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93013 | 27 | $1,050,000 | $964 | 68 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONDOS | 12 | $889,500 | $880 |
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 9 | $1,850,000 | $1,366 |
| MOBILE | 5 | $420,000 | $359 |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 1 | $2,125,000 | N/A |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $100K - $199K | 2 |
| $300K - $399K | 3 |
| $400K - $499K | 3 |
| $500K - $749K | 2 |
| $750K+ | 17 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 72 active listings in Carpinteria with a median asking price of $1,782,500 and an average of 91 days on market.
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