$8,313 Closing Credit*
$700,000
564 SqFt
1 Bed
•1 Full Bath
Micki Dahl, Listing Office: Century 21 Showcase Realtors
Is West Santa Cruz, CA a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Housing Market Conditions
Neutral
Market
Seller's
Market
Buyer's
Market
Difference Since October 2023
Since last year, West Santa Cruz has remained a Seller's Market.
Key Takeaway
West Santa Cruz is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.
Housing Prices in West Santa Cruz, CA
How much do homes in West Santa Cruz, CA cost?
Median Sold Price
$1,127,500
$536/sqft
Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.
Difference Since October 2023
+$32,500(+3.0%)
Key Takeaway
Homes in West Santa Cruz have sold for 3% more than they did a year ago.
Summary: The median home sold price in West Santa Cruz was $1,127,500 in October 2024, up 3% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $536.
Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Oct 2023 | Oct 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | - | $502K | N/A |
| 2 Bedrooms | $880K | $920K | +4.5% |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1.2M | $1.1M | -2.5% |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1.0M | $1.1M | +7.9% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | - | - | N/A |
Summary: West Santa Cruz housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes did not change, 2 bedroom homes increased by 4.5%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 2.5%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 7.9%, and 5+ bedroom homes did not change.
Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities
| West Santa Cruz | $1.0M | $1.1M | +3.0% |
| Ben Lomond | $905K | $913K | +0.9% |
| San Lorenzo Valley | $840K | $835K | -0.6% |
| Felton | $835K | $762K | -8.7% |
Housing Supply in West Santa Cruz, CA
How many homes are available in West Santa Cruz, CA?
Number of Homes For Sale
| Sep 2024 | Oct 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | 18 | +28.6% |
Summary: The West Santa Cruz real estate market had 18 homes for sale in October 2024, a 28.6% increase compared to September 2024.
Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Sep 2024 | Oct 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | 1 | 1 | 0.0% |
| 2 Bedrooms | 6 | 6 | 0.0% |
| 3 Bedrooms | 6 | 9 | +50.0% |
| 4 Bedrooms | 0 | 1 | +100.0% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | 1 | 1 | 0.0% |
Summary: The West Santa Cruz housing inventory by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes remained the same, 3 bedroom homes increased by 50%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 100%, and 5+ bedroom homes remained the same.
Number of Homes Sold
| Sep 2024 | Oct 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 | +400.0% |
Asking Price vs. Sold Price
3 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking
1 Home Was Sold
At Asking
1 Home Was Sold
Over Asking
Key Takeaway
If you're buying a home in West Santa Cruz, you may be able to get a good deal. 60% of homes here sold below asking price last month.
Summary: A total of 5 homes were sold or pending in West Santa Cruz in October 2024, up by 400.0% month-over-month. Of the 5 sold homes, 60% were sold under asking, 20% were sold at asking, and 20% were sold over asking.
Days on Market for West Santa Cruz, CA
How long does it take to sell a home in West Santa Cruz, CA?
Average Sale Time
| Oct 2023 | Oct 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 52 Days | 164 Days | +213.4% |
Summary: Homes in West Santa Cruz had an average of 164 days on market in Oct 2024, up by 213.4% compared to last year.
Breakdown of Home Sale Times
2 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days
1 Home Was Sold
In 30 - 90 Days
2 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days
Key Takeaway
Many homes in West Santa Cruz are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.
Summary: During October 2024, 5 homes were sold in West Santa Cruz; 40% of homes were sold within 30 days, 20% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 40% of homes were sold over 90 days.
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