Discovery Bay Housing Market Report – May 2026
Here's a look at how the Discovery Bay, CA real estate market performed in May 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 22
- Median Sale Price: $799,500
- Average Sale Price: $837,128
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $372
- Average Days on Market: 79
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 97.0%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to April, the median sale price in Discovery Bay moved 8.5% up (from $736,699 to $799,500). The number of homes sold was 22.2% up compared to the prior month (18 vs. 22). Average days on market shifted 12.2% down (90 days to 79 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to May 2025, the median sale price is 0.1% down (from $800,000 to $799,500). Sales volume is 29.4% up year-over-year.
What This Means
Discovery Bay's housing market is showing solid spring momentum heading into summer 2026. The median sale price climbed to $799,500 this month, marking an 8.5% jump from April and suggesting renewed buyer interest as seasonal demand picks up. What's particularly encouraging is that homes are selling closer to asking price—the 97% sale-to-list ratio indicates fairly balanced negotiations between buyers and sellers. Days on market have also compressed to 79 days, down from 90 a month ago, which points to quicker sales cycles typical of the warmer months ahead.
However, the year-over-year numbers reveal a more nuanced picture. The median price is essentially flat compared to May 2025, suggesting that while the month-to-month improvement is real, the market hasn't fundamentally shifted upward on an annual basis. With 153 active listings on the market and an inventory asking price of $829,490, there's adequate supply to keep competition moderate. The current pace favors neither buyers nor sellers overwhelmingly—it's a fairly normalized market where motivated buyers can still find options without facing cutthroat bidding wars. For now, Discovery Bay appears to be settling into a healthy equilibrium as we enter peak selling season.
Discovery Bay Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94505 | 22 | $799,500 | $372 | 79 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 19 | $825,000 | $370 |
| CONDO | 1 | $424,000 | $313 |
| CONDOS | 1 | $580,000 | $503 |
| TOWNHOMES | 1 | $427,000 | $326 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $400K - $499K | 2 |
| $500K - $749K | 6 |
| $750K+ | 14 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 153 active listings in Discovery Bay with a median asking price of $829,490 and an average of 75 days on market.
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