San Rafael Housing Market Report – July 2026
Here's a look at how the San Rafael, CA real estate market performed in July 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 88
- Median Sale Price: $1,167,500
- Average Sale Price: $1,477,122
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $723
- Average Days on Market: 70
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 102.1%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to June, the median sale price in San Rafael moved 16.2% down (from $1,392,500 to $1,167,500). The number of homes sold was 10.0% up compared to the prior month (80 vs. 88). Average days on market shifted 2.9% up (68 days to 70 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to July 2025, the median sale price is 6.1% up (from $1,100,000 to $1,167,500). Sales volume is 51.7% up year-over-year.
What This Means
San Rafael's housing market is showing classic mid-summer softness after a strong spring push. The 16.2 percent month-over-month dip in median prices—from $1.39 million to $1.17 million—reflects the typical seasonal slowdown as fewer buyers actively search during summer months. What's noteworthy is that this pullback hasn't deterred sellers; homes are still commanding a 102.1 percent sale-to-list ratio, meaning the market remains solidly seller-favorable. The uptick in days on market to 70 days suggests slightly less urgency, but this is still reasonable turnover by Bay Area standards.
Looking at the longer view, the year-over-year data tells a more resilient story. Median prices are up 6.1 percent annually, and the significant increase in sales volume points to genuine market participation once accounting for data improvements. The modest inventory level of 215 active listings—with homes sitting around 97 days—indicates continued supply constraints, which should support prices heading into fall. While July brought the expected summer cooling, San Rafael isn't experiencing a market reversal. Instead, buyers and sellers appear to be recalibrating expectations after spring's intensity, setting up a more balanced negotiating environment than we've seen in recent years.
San Rafael Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94903 | 48 | $1,018,000 | $650 | 71 |
| 94901 | 40 | $1,757,500 | $807 | 68 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 58 | $1,720,000 | $867 |
| CONDOS | 13 | $498,000 | $489 |
| TOWNHOMES | 6 | $879,500 | $514 |
| CONDO | 6 | $462,500 | $356 |
| MOBILE | 2 | $202,475 | $217 |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 2 | $393,250 | $166 |
| LAND | 1 | $2,250,000 | N/A |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| Under $100K | 2 |
| $100K - $199K | 1 |
| $300K - $399K | 9 |
| $400K - $499K | 3 |
| $500K - $749K | 8 |
| $750K+ | 65 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 215 active listings in San Rafael with a median asking price of $1,175,000 and an average of 97 days on market.
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