Pleasanton Housing Market Report – April 2026
Here's a look at how the Pleasanton, CA real estate market performed in April 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 34
- Median Sale Price: $1,463,311
- Average Sale Price: $1,577,018
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $782
- Average Days on Market: 45
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 101.1%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to March, the median sale price in Pleasanton moved 2.3% up (from $1,430,000 to $1,463,311). The number of homes sold was 10.5% down compared to the prior month (38 vs. 34). Average days on market shifted 6.2% down (48 days to 45 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to April 2025, the median sale price is 14.8% down (from $1,717,500 to $1,463,311). Sales volume is 50.0% down year-over-year.
What This Means
Pleasanton's housing market is showing mixed signals as spring kicks into high gear. While median prices ticked up 2.3% month-over-month to $1.46 million, the bigger story is the cooling momentum from a year ago—prices are down nearly 15% year-over-year. This suggests we've moved past the pandemic-era peak, though the market hasn't collapsed. What's encouraging is that homes are selling slightly faster and closer to asking price (101.1% ratio), indicating there's still genuine buyer interest, just at more realistic price points.
The real concern is volume. Sales dropped 10.5% from March and are down a staggering 50% year-over-year. That's a significant slowdown, though it's worth noting April's dip might partially reflect typical seasonal patterns as inventory grows. With 156 active listings on the market, Pleasanton now has a more balanced inventory situation compared to the seller's market of 2025.
For buyers, conditions are decidedly better than last year—more choices and stronger negotiating power. For sellers, it's a reality check. The days of bidding wars are over. Anyone listing should price competitively and make sure their home is move-in ready.
Pleasanton Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94566 | 21 | $1,700,000 | $791 | 40 |
| 94588 | 13 | $1,425,000 | $769 | 53 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 25 | $1,700,000 | $885 |
| CONDOS | 4 | $497,500 | $565 |
| TOWNHOMES | 3 | $889,000 | $620 |
| MOBILE | 2 | $217,000 | $183 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $100K - $199K | 1 |
| $200K - $299K | 1 |
| $400K - $499K | 2 |
| $500K - $749K | 2 |
| $750K+ | 28 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 156 active listings in Pleasanton with a median asking price of $1,499,500 and an average of 31 days on market.
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