Lafayette Housing Market Report – July 2026
Here's a look at how the Lafayette, CA real estate market performed in July 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 31
- Median Sale Price: $1,800,000
- Average Sale Price: $2,067,815
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $848
- Average Days on Market: 44
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 101.2%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to June, the median sale price in Lafayette moved 11.6% down (from $2,035,875 to $1,800,000). The number of homes sold was 35.4% down compared to the prior month (48 vs. 31). Average days on market shifted 8.3% down (48 days to 44 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to July 2025, the median sale price is 17.2% down (from $2,175,000 to $1,800,000). Sales volume is 47.6% up year-over-year.
What This Means
Lafayette's housing market is showing signs of cooling as summer progresses. The median price dropped 11.6% from June to $1.8 million, continuing a downward trend that's now 17.2% below last July. While sales volume fell sharply this month, this likely reflects typical summer seasonality rather than panic selling—homes are still moving relatively quickly at 44 days on market, and sellers are capturing 101% of their asking prices, suggesting steady buyer demand despite price softness.
The disconnect between the strong year-over-year sales increase and recent monthly declines is worth noting. Earlier months probably saw improved data collection rather than an actual market surge, so the real story is the price moderation and slightly faster sales pace this month. With 115 active listings on the market, buyers have genuine options for the first time in years, though inventory is still relatively tight for a market of this price point.
The fundamentals suggest a market finding equilibrium. Prices are retreating from pandemic highs, but not dramatically. If interest rates stabilize, Lafayette could see balanced conditions—good news for both buyers tired of bidding wars and sellers who've benefited from years of appreciation.
Lafayette Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94549 | 30 | $1,815,000 | $842 | 44 |
| 94595 | 1 | $1,600,000 | $1,001 | N/A |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 30 | $1,815,000 | $848 |
| LAND | 1 | $871,250 | N/A |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $500K - $749K | 1 |
| $750K+ | 30 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 115 active listings in Lafayette with a median asking price of $1,695,000 and an average of 74 days on market.
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