526 Central Ave
Salinas, CA 93901
Homestead- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 851 sqft
2 Beds
1 Bath
851 sqft
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$643KSince last month
Increased$18K (+2.9%)Since last year
Increased$18K (+2.8%)Since last sale
Increased$73K (+12.7%)Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.
Trulia Estimate
The of this home's value increased by +108% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| August 2026 | $643K |
| July 2026 | $624K |
| June 2026 | $634K |
| May 2026 | $637K |
| April 2026 | $642K |
| March 2026 | $633K |
| February 2026 | $638K |
| January 2026 | $625K |
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Comparable sales
These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.09 | Single-Family Home | $525,000 | 11/12/25 | 2 | 1 | 728 | |
0.26 | Single-Family Home | $690,000 | 02/03/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,019 | |
0.28 | Single-Family Home | $473,000 | 09/23/25 | 2 | 1 | 826 | |
0.43 | Single-Family Home | $529,515 | 10/28/25 | 2 | 1 | 884 | |
0.26 | Single-Family Home | $675,000 | 09/11/25 | 2 | 1 | 1,232 | |
0.32 | Single-Family Home | $685,000 | 12/03/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,116 | |
0.47 | Single-Family Home | $515,000 | 06/18/26 | 3 | 1 | 770 | |
0.45 | Single-Family Home | $720,000 | 07/16/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,286 | |
0.26 | Single-Family Home | $870,000 | 11/18/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,200 | |
0.17 | Single-Family Home | $725,000 | 09/16/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,258 |
Nearby home prices
Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.Address | Distance | Price | Bed | Bath | Sqft | Status |
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0.03 | $722,500 | 2 | 2 | 988 | Off Market | |
0.09 | $858,300 | 4 | 2 | 1,368 | Off Market | |
0.08 | $870,000 | 3 | 3 | 2,245 | Recently Sold | |
0.10 | $779,000 | 2 | 1 | 788 | For Sale | |
0.09 | $675,000 | 2 | 1 | 991 | For Sale | |
0.09 | $525,000 | 2 | 1 | 728 | Recently Sold | |
0.09 | $717,100 | 4 | 1 | 1,148 | Off Market | |
0.10 | $681,300 | 2 | 1 | 835 | Off Market | |
0.11 | $900,100 | 4 | 3 | 1,945 | Off Market | |
0.21 | $883,100 | 3 | 2 | 1,928 | Off Market | |
0.21 | $702,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,008 | Off Market | |
0.19 | $673,200 | 2 | 2 | 1,052 | Off Market |
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1938
Living Area
851 sqft
Price/Sqft
$755
Parking
Garage
About this House
Beautiful south Salinas home offers two spacious bedrooms and one bathroom.The updated kitchen boasts granite countertops, new cabinets, stainless steel appliances and features hardwood floors throughout. Beautiful backyard provides the perfect space to entertain family and friends for a summer BBQ. There is room to park your RV, boat and vehicles! The oversized one car garage has access to water and electricity providing the possibility to convert to ADU. The home has been recently painted, inside and out. This home is Move In Ready!
Home Details for 526 Central Ave
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Heating & Cooling Heating: RadiantHeating Fuel: Radiant |
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Dining Room |
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherRefrigerator |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Tile, Hardwood |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: OtherExterior: Stucco |
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Detached, Off Street |
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Year Built Year Built: 1938Year Updated: 1938 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Spanish |
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Units in Building: 1 |
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Lot Area: 4599 sqft |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
Jul 12, 2022 Source: N/A | Sold | $570,000 |
May 2, 2022 Source: MLSListings Inc #ML81887527 | Contingent | $560,000 |
Apr 19, 2022 Source: MLSListings Inc #ML81887527 | Listed For Sale | $560,000 |
Mar 19, 2013 Source: N/A | Sold | $230,000 |
Mar 8, 2013 Source: Agent Provided | Pending | $230,000 |
Jan 24, 2013 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $230,000 |
Sep 3, 2010 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $230,000 |
May 7, 2010 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $230,000 |
Apr 23, 1998 Source: N/A | Sold | $130,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2026 | Unavailable | $604,888 |
Home facts updated by county records
Market trends in Salinas
Last updated July 2026
Avg. sale price
$775K
$14KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$501
$7MoM
Available listings
188
2MoM
Around this home
What Locals Say about Homestead
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100 % Say neighbors are friendly
100 % Say yards are well-kept
100 % Say it's quiet
100 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
100 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
100 % Say car is needed
100 % Say people would walk alone at night
100 % Say there are sidewalks
100 % Say streets are well-lit
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Frequently asked questions about 526 Central Ave
- What is 526 Central Ave estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 526 Central Ave in Salinas, CA is $642,500.
- What is the price history for 526 Central Ave?526 Central Ave in Salinas, CA last sold for $570,000 in July 2022.
- Is Salinas a buyer's or seller's market?Salinas is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What's the median sale price in Salinas?The median sale price in Salinas is $775K. That is up $14K from the prior month.
- How big is the lot at 526 Central Ave?The lot at 526 Central Ave in Salinas, CA is about 0.11 acres (4,599 sq ft).
- Does 526 Central Ave have a garage?Yes, 526 Central Ave in Salinas, CA has a garage.

