Santa Clara East Central, Santa Clara Housing Market · 2026

Data through Aug 2026

Data curated by Melanie Tan, 8 Blocks Real Estate · How this data works

Santa Clara East Central, Santa Clara Market Snapshot

Santa Clara East Central favors sellers and competition is intensifying. Here's the picture:

Based on 22 homes sold in the 3 months ending August 2026. Includes all residential types (SFH, condo, townhouse, multi-family, and others). Updated weekly.

Data through August 2026

SalesWhat are homes selling for?
Median Sale Price
$1.67M
▲ Up 2.3% from August 2025
Up $37K from August 2025
Homes Sold
22
Sold in the last 3 months. More sales = more reliable data.
Your CostWhat would you actually pay each month?
Monthly Payment
~$11,082/mo
7.28% · 30yr fixed · 20% down
Payment Breakdown
  • Principal & Interest$9,156
  • Property Tax$1,742
  • Insurance$183
CompetitionHow competitive is it right now?
Days on Market
17 days
▲ 7 more days than in August 2025
Homes typically sell within a month
Sale-to-List Ratio
104.0%
▲ Up from 102.7% in August 2025
Selling 4% above asking
% Sold Over Asking
52%
More than half of homes sold above their asking price
Active Listings
12
▲ Up 31.4% from August 2025
About 1.7 months of supply. Very low, limited options for buyers

Market Trends

See how prices, monthly costs, and mortgage rates have moved in Santa Clara East Central.

Median Sale Price
Up 2.3% year-over-year in Santa Clara East Central. Based on 22 sales in the last 3 months.
Homes Sold
47% more homes sold than a year ago in Santa Clara East Central.
Total Monthly Payment
Estimated monthly cost is up 3% from a year ago in Santa Clara East Central, reflecting changes in both price and mortgage rates.

Includes principal, interest, estimated CA property tax (~1.25%), and estimated insurance (~$2,200/yr). HOA fees not included.

30-Year Fixed Mortgage Rate (National Avg.)
National average currently at 7.28%. Your actual rate depends on your credit, down payment, and loan type.

Frequently asked questions about Santa Clara East Central, Santa Clara

Is now a good time to buy in Santa Clara East Central, Santa Clara?

Santa Clara East Central, Santa Clara favors sellers and competition is intensifying. Buyers should prepare strong offers and expect limited room to negotiate on well-priced listings.

How do Santa Clara East Central, Santa Clara home prices compare to the Bay Area average?

At $1.67M, Santa Clara East Central, Santa Clara's median is close to the Bay Area average of $1.78M.

This is close to the Santa Clara city-wide median of $1.68M.

By home type:

  • Single-family homes at $1.67M
  • Condos at $1.10M
  • Townhomes at $1.24M
What price range should I budget for in Santa Clara East Central, Santa Clara?

Prices in Santa Clara East Central, Santa Clara depend heavily on home type and specific neighborhood. Median sale prices by type:

  • Single-family homes at $1.67M
  • Condos at $1.10M
  • Townhomes at $1.24M

Individual listings vary widely based on location, size, and condition. The best calibration is to narrow to a few specific neighborhoods you are considering and look at recent sales there.

How competitive is Santa Clara East Central, Santa Clara for buyers?

Santa Clara East Central, Santa Clara currently favors sellers:

  • Homes sell about 4% above asking on average
  • 52% close above list price
  • 17 days typical time to go pending
  • 37% of listings have had a price reduction

Buyer strategy: well-priced homes still move quickly, but there is modest room for strong offers. Come in pre-approved with a clear plan.

What will my total monthly cost be on a median-priced Santa Clara East Central, Santa Clara home?

At $1.67M with 20% down at 7.28%, your estimated total monthly cost is approximately $11,082:

  • $9,156 principal and interest
  • $1,742 property tax (California 1.25% effective rate)
  • $183 homeowners insurance

HOA fees are extra. Condo buyers typically budget an additional $300 to $700 per month for HOA, and townhome HOAs run $200 to $500.

No noise, just a quick weekly read on what's going on in your market.

Melanie Tan
Melanie Tan
DRE #02250755
“I help Bay Area buyers and sellers make confident moves with the latest market data, real local expertise, and the patience to find what's actually right for you, not the fastest close.”
See all reviews on Zillow →

Let's Chat!

I read every message and usually reply the same day.

What brings you here?