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Santa Margarita, CA Housing Market & Real Estate
Housing market overview · Updated monthly ·
$725,000median sale price
How is the Santa Margarita, CA housing market right now?
The median home sale price in Santa Margarita, CA is $725,000, down 29.3% year-over-year with 2 active listings. The market is currently a balanced market. (Source: Redfin monthly MLS data, as of May 2026 — the most recent Redfin release; Redfin publishes each month's data on a ~6-week lag.)
Is Santa Margarita a buyer's or seller's market?
Santa Margarita, CA is currently a balanced market, based on 2.0 months of supply. How we determine this →
Homes sold
1
Last 12 weeks
Days on market
—
Average pace
Active listings
2
2.0 months supply
Sale-to-list
90.7%
Below asking
What does the Santa Margarita housing market data show?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median sale price | $725,000 |
| Median list price | $799,000 |
| Year-over-year price change | -29.3% |
| Active inventory | 2 listings |
| Months of supply | 2.0 months |
| Sale-to-list price ratio | 90.7% |
| Median price per sq ft | $664/sq ft |
| Homes sold (latest month) | 1 |
| New listings (latest month) | 1 |
| Market condition | Balanced market |
Source: Redfin · Updated monthly
How much do homes cost in Santa Margarita by property type?
How the Santa Margarita, CA market breaks down across single-family homes, condos, and townhouses.
| Property type | Median price | Price / sq ft | Homes sold | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single-family | $725,000 | $664/sq ft | 1 | — |
Source: Redfin · Updated monthly
The Santa Margarita housing market is currently classified as a balanced market with a median sale price of $725,000. Prices have fallen 29.3% compared to last year, indicating 2.0 months of inventory.With limited inventory, homes sell quickly and buyers should be prepared to act decisively and competitively to secure a property.
Market trends
Homes for sale in Santa Margarita
There are currently 2 homes listed for sale in Santa Margarita, California. The median listing price is $799K.
Active listings
2
Homes on market
Median list price
$799K
New this week
1
Newly listed
Who lives in Santa Margarita?
Population
665
Median age
62.3 years
Owner-occupied
34.7%
College grads
50.2%
Avg commute
20.2 min
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS
What is it like to live in Santa Margarita?
Santa Margarita is a community of approximately 1K residents with a median age of 62.3 years. 50.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, indicating a highly educated population.
Homeownership rates are at 34.7%, showing a blend of owner and renter-occupied properties. The average commute time is 20.2 minutes, which makes this an excellent choice for those seeking short commutes to employment centers.Overall, Santa Margarita offers a distinctive character that appeals to different lifestyle preferences.
Which public schools serve Santa Margarita?
2 schools tracked · 311 students
The largest public schools serving Santa Margarita, CA by enrollment, drawn from the National Center for Education Statistics. School quality is a commonly cited factor in home-buying decisions — these are the campuses families in this area are most likely to encounter.
Santa Margarita Elementary
Grades K-5 · 284 students
Carrisa Plains Elementary
Grades K-5 · 27 students
Source: National Center for Education Statistics, Common Core of Data directory. Updated annually. Ratings and test scores are not currently displayed.
Which cities are near Santa Margarita, CA?
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average home price in Santa Margarita?
The median home sale price in Santa Margarita is $725,000, down 29.3% from last year.
Is Santa Margarita a buyer's or seller's market?
With 2.0 months of supply, Santa Margarita is currently a balanced market.
How much does a single-family home cost in Santa Margarita?
The median single-family home price in Santa Margarita, CA is $725,000 (about $664 per square foot).
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