Santee Housing Market Report – May 2026
Here's a look at how the Santee, CA real estate market performed in May 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 53
- Median Sale Price: $671,000
- Average Sale Price: $665,421
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $511
- Average Days on Market: 52
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 100.0%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to April, the median sale price in Santee moved 16.1% down (from $800,000 to $671,000). The number of homes sold was 18.5% down compared to the prior month (65 vs. 53). Average days on market shifted 10.3% down (58 days to 52 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to May 2025, the median sale price is 12.6% down (from $767,500 to $671,000). Sales volume is 6.0% up year-over-year.
What This Means
Santee's housing market is showing clear signs of cooling this May, with prices dropping significantly from both last month and last year. The median sale price fell 16.1% month-over-month to $671,000, suggesting we're witnessing a seasonal pullback rather than sustained momentum. Buyers are getting a better deal here—homes are selling at full list price despite the decline, which indicates a shift toward more balanced market conditions. The faster turnaround time of 52 days on market is also a positive sign for sellers, though it's notably quicker than the backlog of active listings currently sitting at 65 days.
What's particularly interesting is the year-over-year picture: while median prices are down 12.6%, sales volume actually increased by 6 percent. This suggests that despite affordability pressures and rising rates, more transactions are closing in Santee—just at lower price points. With 171 active listings competing for buyers, the inventory is getting healthier, giving shoppers genuine options for the first time in a while.
The property mix remains diverse with single-family homes dominating, but don't expect explosive growth anytime soon. This is a buyer's market gradually normalizing after years of scarcity.
Santee Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92071 | 53 | $671,000 | $511 | 52 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 24 | $858,000 | $614 |
| CONDOS | 18 | $516,000 | $481 |
| MOBILE | 6 | $239,950 | $172 |
| TOWNHOMES | 5 | $620,000 | $463 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $100K - $199K | 2 |
| $200K - $299K | 3 |
| $300K - $399K | 4 |
| $400K - $499K | 4 |
| $500K - $749K | 19 |
| $750K+ | 21 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 171 active listings in Santee with a median asking price of $579,000 and an average of 65 days on market.
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