Santa Clara County Market Report
Silicon Valley's housing market remains competitive with steady demand and limited inventory across key communities.
Santa Clara County Market at a Glance
August 2026 snapshot of the Santa Clara County real estate market.
Median Sale Price
$1.45M
+2.1% MoM
Avg. Days on Market
18
-3 days
Active Listings
642
+8% MoM
List-to-Sale Ratio
101.2%
+0.4%
Santa Clara County continues to be one of the Bay Area's most active markets. Tech sector employment growth and limited new construction continue to support demand, while inventory levels remain below historical norms. Buyers face competition in entry-level and mid-range price points, while luxury inventory has seen more negotiation room. Understanding neighborhood-level dynamics is essential — conditions in San Jose's Willow Glen differ significantly from Sunnyvale or Cupertino.
Entry-level homes under $1.2M continue to receive multiple offers, often selling above asking price within the first two weeks.
Inventory in the $1.5M-$2.5M range has increased slightly, giving buyers more options and slightly more negotiation room.
Cupertino and Sunnyvale remain highly competitive due to school district reputation and proximity to major tech campuses.
San Jose offers more affordable entry points, with neighborhoods like Willow Glen and Rose Garden attracting strong buyer interest.
Communities in Santa Clara County
San Jose
Bay Area's largest city — diverse price points from Almaden Valley to Downtown
Sunnyvale
Central Silicon Valley with strong demand and limited inventory
Santa Clara
Popular with tech professionals — competitive mid-range market
Cupertino
Premium pricing driven by school district reputation
Mountain View
Google headquarters area — consistently tight inventory
Palo Alto
One of the most expensive markets in the county
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Sabrina Romero-Caro
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