The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 95039 sells for about $799,000, or $537 per square foot.
Prices are up +1.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 55 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,197 a month.
ZIP 95039 — Moss Landing
The Salinas housing market is currently holding firm with modest year-over-year price appreciation and a stable inventory level. Market activity is driven by consistent demand in the agricultural hub, though buyers maintain some leverage as evidenced by the share of price reductions.
The area is well-suited for families and agricultural industry professionals seeking a balance between established community living and access to regional employment hubs.
Median prices moved up 1.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 55 days on market with 2.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
14% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 0.0% · poverty 26.9% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 93901, Salinas, CA
Students in the area are primarily served by the Salinas Union High School District and Salinas City Elementary School District, with Hartnell Community College providing local higher education access.
Salinas maintains a strong economic foundation in the agricultural sector, serving as a global leader in produce production and processing.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (California) — Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act Special Parcel Tax Assessment: Levies an annual direct, non-ad valorem special tax directly on the parcel's secured property tax bill to fund designated community infrastructure (e.g., roads, sewer facilities, school facilities, emergency services) and repay municipal debt bonds. State (California) — California Homeowners' Property Tax Exemption: Reduces the taxable assessed value of the qualifying owner-occupied principal residence by $7,000 against the county assessment roll, generating a direct tax savings of approximately $70 annually (computed as $7,000 × 1% base rate). State (California) — California Proposition 13 Ad Valorem Real Property Tax: Establishes a base ad valorem tax rate capped at 1.0% of assessed value plus voter-approved local indebtedness and direct assessments (typically resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.1% to 1.25%).
The area features access to local parks, community centers, and proximity to the Monterey Peninsula's coastal amenities and golf courses.
The rental market is characterized by high demand and limited vacancy, with median rents currently trending around $2,900 per month.
The economy is heavily anchored by the agricultural industry, supported by a mix of retail, education, and public sector employment.
The city is served by major highway corridors including U.S. Route 101, facilitating regional transit and logistics.
The Monterey County Assessor manages property valuations in accordance with state-mandated assessment cycles and Proposition 13.
Parcels are subject to various special districts including school, community college, and utility service districts.
Data sourced from US Census Bureau and Nestfully market profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk4.616.5 mi
- Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park4.515.3 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.118.3 mi
- Round1 Bowling & Arcade - Salinas4.19.8 mi
- Treasure Hunt: The Ride4.715.8 mi
- Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park4.515.3 mi
- Shadowbrook Restaurant4.614.4 mi
- WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca4.816.3 mi
- Chaminade Resort & Spa4.116.6 mi
- Uvas Canyon County Park4.718.2 mi
- Seacliff State Beach4.612.8 mi
- Sunset State Beach4.75.4 mi
- Marina State Beach4.68.9 mi
- Fort Ord Dunes State Park4.611.5 mi
- National Steinbeck Center4.712.1 mi
- Old Fisherman's Wharf4.516.4 mi
- Mission San Juan Bautista4.713.4 mi
- Point Pinos Lighthouse (1855)4.615.7 mi
- Seymour Marine Discovery Center4.718.2 mi
- Steamer Lane4.816.4 mi
- Sunset State Beach4.75.4 mi
- Marina State Beach4.68.9 mi
- Fort Ord Dunes State Park4.611.5 mi
- Salinas Regional Soccer Complex4.312 mi
- Pinto Lake County Park4.69.7 mi
- Discovery Whale Watch4.916.4 mi
- Santa Cruz Harbor4.715.8 mi
- Moss Landing Harbor District4.31.6 mi
- Breakwater Cove Marina4.616.1 mi
- Sail Monterey4.916.3 mi
- Pajaro Valley Golf Club4.13.8 mi
- Spring Hills Golf Course4.511 mi
- Northridge Mall4.29.8 mi
- El Super411.2 mi
- Safeway48.1 mi
- 101 Red Barn4.28.3 mi
- Safeway4.16.4 mi
- Monterey Regional Airport4.416.7 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Major local institution providing higher education and vocational training.
Regional aviation facility serving the city and surrounding agricultural industry.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.