2 homes in Castroville
Homes for Sale in Castroville, CA
About Castroville, CA Real Estate
Castroville is an unincorporated town and census-designated place (CDP) in Monterey County, California, United States. At the time of the 2020 census the population was 7,515, up from 6,481 in 2010. Castroville is known for its artichoke crop and for the annual Castroville Artichoke Festival, leading to its nickname as the "Artichoke Center of the World".
Castroville is the "Artichoke Capital of the World." Features agricultural heritage and affordable Monterey County housing.
Today, Castroville has 2 homes for sale at a median price of $675,000, typically selling in about 5 days.
Castroville Market Analysis
Homes in Castroville carry a median list price of $675,000. Per square foot, the median stands at $554. The median price moved from $945,000 in August 2025 to $610,000 in January 2026, a 35.4% decrease over four months.
Right now 2 homes are on the market in Castroville. 2 new listings came on the market in the last 30 days.
Inventory here is almost entirely single family homes. The highest rated nearby school is Castroville Elementary, with a Topfind School Score of 4.
Top Rated Schools in Castroville
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- 4Castroville Elementaryelementary
- 4North Monterey County Highhigh school
- 2Elkhorn Elementaryelementary
- 2North Monterey County Middleintermediate/middle/junior high
Why Live in Castroville?
- Artichoke capital
- Agricultural heritage
- Affordable housing
- Near Monterey
Castroville Market Pulse
Topfind Market Read
Sellers hold the edge right now. The typical home sells in about 5 days, and 100% of current listings are under 30 days old. At the same time, sales volume is down 50% versus six months ago, so the market is not running away from buyers. Sellers can price with confidence, while buyers should arrive pre-approved and ready to decide quickly.
Median Home Price
$675K
Chart shows the median closed sale price by month
Sales Velocity
How fast homes are selling
Homes are selling extremely fast, so expect multiple offers, quick decisions, and limited room to negotiate.
Inventory Distribution
Most current listings are under 30 days old, so the mix skews toward fresh inventory.
Housing Tenure in Castroville
Renting is more common here than statewide, so this market has more rental inventory and shorter-term residents.
43%
Homeowners
57%
Renters
Homeownership is 12.5 points lower than the California average (55.5%)
1,531 households (2023)
Median Price by Bedroom
Home prices increase with bedroom count, though premiums vary by size.
Each additional bedroom adds about $224K in value on average.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Homes for Sale in Castroville, CA
How many homes are for sale in Castroville, CA?
There are currently 2 homes for sale in Castroville, ranging from $451,322 to $675,000. 1 of them hit the market within the last week.
What is the median home price in Castroville?
The median list price in Castroville is $675,000. Price per square foot averages $554.
How fast do homes sell in Castroville?
Homes in Castroville currently average 5 days on the market, a very fast pace where well-priced homes attract offers within days.
Is Castroville a buyer's or seller's market right now?
Current conditions point to a strong seller's market.
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