Santa Clara County – Q1 2026 Market Overview



Santa Clara County entered 2026 with inventory rising steadily throughout Q1, rebounding from late 2025 lows as new listings came to market heading into spring. Sales activity started the year slowly but improved by quarter-end, signaling renewed buyer engagement as the market gained momentum. Median sales prices remained relatively stable overall in the mid-$1.6M range despite some month-to-month fluctuation, while price per square foot also trended upward by the end of the quarter. Days on market spiked early in the year before declining sharply, reflecting a shift from a slower winter pace to more active spring conditions.