San Leandro Housing Market Report – April 2026
Here's a look at how the San Leandro, CA real estate market performed in April 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 43
- Median Sale Price: $825,000
- Average Sale Price: $857,249
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $566
- Average Days on Market: 55
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 107.2%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to March, the median sale price in San Leandro moved 2.0% up (from $809,000 to $825,000). The number of homes sold was 19.4% up compared to the prior month (36 vs. 43). Average days on market shifted 17.0% up (47 days to 55 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to April 2025, the median sale price is 0.6% down (from $830,000 to $825,000). Sales volume is 14.0% down year-over-year.
What This Means
San Leandro's housing market is showing modest spring momentum, though the underlying picture remains cautiously flat. April brought a noticeable uptick in activity—sales jumped 19% from March and inventory moved 7% faster than last month—which is typical as weather improves and buyers re-enter the market. However, the year-over-year comparison tells a different story: sales are down 14% and median prices have actually dipped slightly since April 2025. This suggests we're bouncing back from a particularly soft winter rather than experiencing genuine growth.
The fact that homes are selling above list price (107.2% ratio) indicates buyers still perceive value in San Leandro, particularly in the single-family segment that dominated sales this month. With 106 active listings and an average DOM of 73 days, inventory levels are healthy and competition remains manageable. The rising days-on-market trend (55 days in April versus 47 in March) hints that buyers are being more selective—likely due to persistent higher interest rates—even as supply remains reasonable.
For sellers, it's a balanced market favoring neither side dramatically. Properties are still appreciating modestly, but patience is increasingly rewarded. Buyers should view this as a window of opportunity before summer heat intensifies competition.
San Leandro Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94577 | 25 | $880,000 | $585 | 57 |
| 94579 | 11 | $750,000 | $491 | 60 |
| 94578 | 7 | $850,000 | $621 | 42 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 29 | $880,000 | $652 |
| CONDOS | 5 | $460,000 | $435 |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 4 | $887,500 | $414 |
| TOWNHOMES | 3 | $680,000 | $426 |
| MOBILE | 2 | $184,500 | $165 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $100K - $199K | 1 |
| $200K - $299K | 2 |
| $400K - $499K | 3 |
| $500K - $749K | 7 |
| $750K+ | 30 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 106 active listings in San Leandro with a median asking price of $879,500 and an average of 73 days on market.
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