Ceres Housing Market Report – April 2026
Here's a look at how the Ceres, CA real estate market performed in April 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 7
- Median Sale Price: $372,000
- Average Sale Price: $313,857
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $222
- Average Days on Market: 67
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 98.5%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to March, the median sale price in Ceres moved 11.4% down (from $420,000 to $372,000). The number of homes sold was 46.2% down compared to the prior month (13 vs. 7). Average days on market shifted 10.7% down (75 days to 67 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to April 2025, the median sale price is 8.1% down (from $405,000 to $372,000). Sales volume is 66.7% down year-over-year.
What This Means
Ceres is experiencing a notable slowdown heading into late spring. With only 7 homes sold in April and sales volume down nearly 47 percent month-over-month, the market has clearly lost momentum compared to March. The year-over-year decline is even more dramatic at nearly 67 percent, suggesting that buyer activity has fundamentally weakened compared to last April. This pullback likely reflects a combination of seasonal factors and the persistent affordability challenges facing Central Valley buyers, even as median prices have dipped slightly to $372,000.
The pricing picture is mixed but slightly bearish. The median price dropped 11.4 percent in just one month, though sellers are holding relatively firm—the 98.5 percent sale-to-list ratio shows homes are still selling close to asking when they do move. However, the growing inventory gap tells the real story. With 58 active listings and an average of 107 days on market, properties are sitting longer, and many sellers are asking higher prices ($438,500 median asking) than recent sales support. This suggests we're entering more balanced conditions where buyers have leverage.
For now, Ceres remains a buyer's market in transition. If you're thinking of selling, pricing competitively matters more than ever.
Ceres Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95307 | 7 | $372,000 | $222 | 67 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 5 | $435,000 | $292 |
| MOBILE | 2 | $59,999 | $47 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| Under $100K | 2 |
| $200K - $299K | 1 |
| $300K - $399K | 1 |
| $400K - $499K | 2 |
| $500K - $749K | 1 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 58 active listings in Ceres with a median asking price of $438,500 and an average of 107 days on market.
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