Discovery Bay Housing Market Report – July 2026
Here's a look at how the Discovery Bay, CA real estate market performed in July 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 20
- Median Sale Price: $800,000
- Average Sale Price: $841,770
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $346
- Average Days on Market: 71
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 98.6%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to June, the median sale price in Discovery Bay moved 10.3% up (from $725,000 to $800,000). The number of homes sold was 17.6% up compared to the prior month (17 vs. 20). Average days on market shifted 34.0% up (53 days to 71 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to July 2025, the median sale price is 1.8% down (from $815,000 to $800,000). Sales volume is 13.0% down year-over-year.
What This Means
Discovery Bay's real estate market is showing mixed signals heading into mid-summer. While sales volume jumped 17.6% month-over-month to 20 homes, this uptick likely reflects improved data collection rather than genuine market momentum—particularly since year-over-year sales are actually down 13%. The more telling story lies in pricing and timing: median prices climbed 10.3% from June but remain slightly underwater compared to last year, down 1.8% annually. This suggests the market is still finding its footing after a softer first half.
The concerning trend is the sharp rise in days on market, jumping from 53 to 71 days—a 34% increase that signals homes are sitting longer despite receiving strong offers at 98.6% of list price. Combined with a thick inventory of 161 active listings, this points to a cooling market where buyers have regained negotiating power. Properties in Discovery Bay's relatively limited single-family dominated inventory are taking nearly two-and-a-half months to sell, suggesting sellers may need to reassess pricing or presentation strategies to remain competitive this summer.
Discovery Bay Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94505 | 20 | $800,000 | $346 | 71 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 18 | $842,450 | $348 |
| CONDOS | 2 | $473,500 | $331 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $400K - $499K | 2 |
| $500K - $749K | 7 |
| $750K+ | 11 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 161 active listings in Discovery Bay with a median asking price of $789,000 and an average of 85 days on market.
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