Alameda Housing Market Report – July 2026
Here's a look at how the Alameda, CA real estate market performed in July 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 58
- Median Sale Price: $1,150,000
- Average Sale Price: $1,261,929
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $742
- Average Days on Market: 65
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 108.4%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to June, the median sale price in Alameda moved 4.2% down (from $1,200,500 to $1,150,000). The number of homes sold was 6.5% down compared to the prior month (62 vs. 58). Average days on market shifted 25.0% up (52 days to 65 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to July 2025, the median sale price is 11.4% down (from $1,298,000 to $1,150,000). Sales volume is 23.4% up year-over-year.
What This Means
Alameda's housing market is cooling noticeably as summer progresses. The median price dropped 4.2% from June and sits nearly 12% below last year's levels, signaling that buyer demand is softening in the face of sustained mortgage rates. While homes are still selling above asking prices at 108.4%, that premium has likely compressed compared to the pandemic-era frenzy we saw in 2025. The fact that homes are lingering 25% longer on the market—now averaging 65 days versus 52 days last month—reinforces this shift toward a more balanced, buyer-friendly environment.
The growing inventory tells a similar story. With 123 active listings on the market, sellers are facing more competition, which explains why even well-positioned homes need extra time to find buyers. The presence of more moderately-priced condos and townhomes in the inventory mix suggests that middle-market properties are taking longer to move than premium single-family homes. For buyers, this is good news—you're finally getting negotiating power back after years of getting outbid. For sellers, it's a reminder that pricing aggressively and maintaining your home's appeal are more critical than they've been in years.
Alameda Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94501 | 38 | $1,149,950 | $746 | 65 |
| 94502 | 20 | $1,200,000 | $734 | 67 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 36 | $1,327,500 | $855 |
| CONDOS | 12 | $605,000 | $541 |
| TOWNHOMES | 6 | $837,500 | $551 |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 4 | $1,150,000 | $610 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $300K - $399K | 2 |
| $400K - $499K | 2 |
| $500K - $749K | 7 |
| $750K+ | 47 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 123 active listings in Alameda with a median asking price of $999,900 and an average of 66 days on market.
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