Lathrop Housing Market Report – May 2026
Here's a look at how the Lathrop, CA real estate market performed in May 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 42
- Median Sale Price: $645,500
- Average Sale Price: $650,879
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $304
- Average Days on Market: 108
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 98.9%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to April, the median sale price in Lathrop moved 5.2% down (from $680,750 to $645,500). The number of homes sold was 0.0% down compared to the prior month (42 vs. 42). Average days on market shifted 4.4% down (113 days to 108 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to May 2025, the median sale price is 6.4% down (from $689,900 to $645,500). Sales volume is 17.6% down year-over-year.
What This Means
Lathrop's housing market is showing signs of stabilization after a gradual cooldown. While sales volume held steady at 42 homes this month, the real story lies in pricing and speed of sale. The median price of $645,500 represents a modest 5.2% dip from April, continuing a year-over-year decline of 6.4%. This isn't alarming—it reflects the broader Central Valley adjustment we've seen as interest rates stabilized at higher levels. What's encouraging is that homes are selling closer to asking price (98.9% ratio) and moving faster, with days on market down to 108 from 113 last month.
The substantial inventory of 286 active listings suggests buyers have options, which keeps pressure on prices but also means less competition among sellers. The gap between active listing prices (median $715,407) and actual sale prices ($645,500) indicates realistic expectations are finally settling in after the market's earlier overheating. For buyers, this is a more balanced environment than we've seen in years. For sellers, it's a reminder that pricing competitively and presenting well matters in this market.
Lathrop Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95330 | 42 | $645,500 | $304 | 108 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 35 | $667,990 | $303 |
| OTHER | 5 | $590,000 | N/A |
| LAND | 1 | $20,000 | N/A |
| TOWNHOMES | 1 | $463,999 | $338 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| Under $100K | 1 |
| $400K - $499K | 2 |
| $500K - $749K | 31 |
| $750K+ | 8 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 286 active listings in Lathrop with a median asking price of $715,407 and an average of 46 days on market.
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