Ventura Housing Market Report – April 2026
Here's a look at how the Ventura, CA real estate market performed in April 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 61
- Median Sale Price: $859,000
- Average Sale Price: $913,548
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $560
- Average Days on Market: 58
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 99.0%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to March, the median sale price in Ventura moved 1.7% up (from $845,000 to $859,000). The number of homes sold was 14.1% down compared to the prior month (71 vs. 61). Average days on market shifted 31.0% down (84 days to 58 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to April 2025, the median sale price is 8.7% up (from $790,000 to $859,000). Sales volume is 39.6% down year-over-year.
What This Means
Ventura's real estate market is showing some mixed signals this April. While median prices continue climbing—up 8.7% year-over-year to $859,000—the sales volume tells a different story. Closed deals dropped 39.6% compared to last April, and this month saw 14.1% fewer sales than March. This slowdown is notable, especially since homes are still selling quickly at nearly list price (99.0% ratio) and days on market have improved significantly. The disconnect suggests we're in a transition period where fewer buyers are actively purchasing, even though those who do buy are still paying premium prices.
Several factors likely explain this pattern. Spring typically brings inventory and buyer activity, but nationwide interest rate uncertainty and California's persistently high prices are keeping many potential buyers on the sidelines. The 289 active listings with a median ask of $985,000 indicate sellers are still pricing optimistically despite softer demand. However, the fact that homes are spending 92 days on average before listing suggests even new inventory isn't moving as briskly as the sold homes statistic implies.
For buyers, this relative slowdown offers a slight advantage—less competition and slightly better negotiating room. For sellers, the message is clear: pricing strategically matters more than ever in a cooling market.
Ventura Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93003 | 38 | $859,250 | $542 | 63 |
| 93004 | 12 | $842,000 | $466 | 49 |
| 93001 | 11 | $860,000 | $757 | 49 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 34 | $972,500 | $647 |
| CONDOS | 13 | $630,000 | $499 |
| MOBILE | 6 | $262,500 | $284 |
| TOWNHOMES | 4 | $739,500 | $463 |
| LAND | 2 | $462,500 | N/A |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 2 | $1,190,000 | $435 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| Under $100K | 1 |
| $100K - $199K | 1 |
| $200K - $299K | 4 |
| $300K - $399K | 1 |
| $400K - $499K | 1 |
| $500K - $749K | 14 |
| $750K+ | 39 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 289 active listings in Ventura with a median asking price of $985,000 and an average of 92 days on market.
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