Cayucos Housing Market Report – April 2026
Here's a look at how the Cayucos, CA real estate market performed in April 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 6
- Median Sale Price: $1,321,250
- Average Sale Price: $1,402,083
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $873
- Average Days on Market: 137
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 91.2%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to March, the median sale price in Cayucos moved 1436.3% up (from $86,000 to $1,321,250). The number of homes sold was 100.0% up compared to the prior month (3 vs. 6). Average days on market shifted 5.4% up (130 days to 137 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to April 2025, the median sale price is 9.7% up (from $1,204,800 to $1,321,250). Sales volume is 14.3% down year-over-year.
What This Means
Cayucos is showing mixed signals this April, with a headline number that deserves some context. Yes, the median price jumped dramatically month-over-month, but that's largely because March was unusually quiet—selling just three homes, one of which appears to have been a distressed or off-market sale at $86,000. This month's six sales are more representative, though still a modest volume for a coastal community. The real story is the year-over-year 9.7% price appreciation, which suggests the market has found a genuine floor around $1.2 to $1.3 million for quality homes here.
What's worth watching is the 137-day average on market, creeping upward as we head into spring. Typically, coastal towns see faster sales velocity by now. The 91.2% sale-to-list ratio is respectable but not aggressive, hinting that sellers are adjusting expectations or that inventory at $1.2+ million is taking longer to move. With 52 active listings averaging 200 days unsold, there's definitely more supply than demand at current price points.
For buyers, this is a more measured market than the frenzy of recent years. For sellers, realistic pricing and presentation matter more than ever.
Cayucos Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93430 | 6 | $1,321,250 | $873 | 137 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 5 | $1,400,000 | $905 |
| CONDOS | 1 | $710,000 | $713 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $500K - $749K | 1 |
| $750K+ | 5 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 52 active listings in Cayucos with a median asking price of $1,244,500 and an average of 200 days on market.
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