Santa Rosa Housing Market Report – May 2026
Here's a look at how the Santa Rosa, CA real estate market performed in May 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 211
- Median Sale Price: $736,500
- Average Sale Price: $856,141
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $453
- Average Days on Market: 61
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 99.1%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to April, the median sale price in Santa Rosa moved 6.0% up (from $695,000 to $736,500). The number of homes sold was 3.7% down compared to the prior month (219 vs. 211). Average days on market shifted 11.6% down (69 days to 61 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to May 2025, the median sale price is 0.9% up (from $730,000 to $736,500). Sales volume is 8.8% up year-over-year.
What This Means
Santa Rosa's housing market is showing cautious momentum heading into summer. The median sale price climbed 6 percent month-over-month to $736,500, suggesting sustained buyer interest despite a slightly softer sales volume. What's encouraging is that homes are moving faster—days on market dropped from 69 to 61 days—and sellers are getting nearly full asking price at 99.1 percent. This combination indicates a reasonably balanced market where inventory isn't piling up and pricing power remains relatively strong.
The year-over-year data tells a steadier story than the monthly swings. Prices are up less than one percent annually while sales volume gained 8.8 percent, though that jump may partly reflect improved data collection from prior months. The real signal is in the fundamentals: homes aren't languishing, and the price-per-square-foot of $453 remains consistent with Santa Rosa's established value. With 717 active listings on the market, buyers actually have meaningful options, which is healthy after years of acute shortage.
The market appears to be settling into a sustainable rhythm rather than overheating or cooling dramatically. Single-family homes dominate the mix, and the pipeline of available inventory suggests this stabilization could hold through the summer months.
Santa Rosa Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95409 | 53 | $745,000 | $447 | 56 |
| 95404 | 50 | $837,500 | $463 | 66 |
| 95403 | 43 | $775,000 | $453 | 70 |
| 95405 | 31 | $720,000 | $472 | 53 |
| 95401 | 18 | $675,500 | $465 | 57 |
| 95407 | 16 | $586,000 | $381 | 57 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 156 | $795,250 | $497 |
| MOBILE | 16 | $212,500 | $176 |
| CONDOS | 11 | $370,000 | $407 |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 10 | $802,500 | $298 |
| LAND | 7 | $400,000 | N/A |
| OTHER | 6 | $867,500 | $308 |
| TOWNHOMES | 5 | $514,500 | $412 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| Under $100K | 3 |
| $100K - $199K | 7 |
| $200K - $299K | 6 |
| $300K - $399K | 11 |
| $400K - $499K | 14 |
| $500K - $749K | 70 |
| $750K+ | 100 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 717 active listings in Santa Rosa with a median asking price of $759,000 and an average of 100 days on market.
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