Hayward, CA Housing Market
Median List Price
$850,000
Updated August 2026
Today, Hayward has 158 homes for sale at a median list price of $850,000, typically selling in about 38 days.
Hayward Market Analysis
Homes in Hayward, CA carry a median list price of $850,000. Per square foot, the median stands at $542. The median price moved from $865,000 in February to $810,000 in July, a 6.4% decrease over six months.
The typical listing reaches pending status in about 13 days. That is a quick turnaround, so buyers who wait on a well priced home often miss it. Right now 158 homes are on the market in Hayward, CA. 60 new listings came on the market in the last 30 days.
Six bedroom homes carry the highest medians at $1.6M, with one bedroom homes starting the range at $390,000. Single family homes make up about 57.0% of current inventory, with condos accounting for another 29.7%. Hayward, CA covers the 94544, 94541, 94545, 94542, and 94546 ZIP codes.
Hayward Rental Market
Rentals in Hayward, CA carry a median asking rent of $3,150. The median rent moved from $2,995 in February to $3,500 in July, a 16.9% increase over six months. Right now 8 rentals are on the market in Hayward, CA.
Hayward Market Pulse
Topfind Market Read
The picture is mixed here. Supply sits at 3.4 months, roughly in step with demand, yet 34% of sellers have trimmed their asking price, so neither side holds a clear advantage. Realistic pricing wins for sellers, and patient, prepared buyers can secure fair terms.
Median Home Price
$850K
↓ 2% over the past yearChart shows the median closed sale price by month
Months of Supply
Estimated time to sell all listings at the current sales pace
3.4 months of supply
Balanced Supply158 active listings currently on the market.
What this means for buyers
Supply and demand are roughly in step, with a steady flow of options and no glut. Listings typically sell in ~38 days.
Sales Velocity
How fast homes are selling
Homes are selling at a steady pace, so buyers have some time, though competition still exists. Homes are moving 30% faster than six months ago.
Inventory Distribution
A solid share of current listings is under 30 days old, while a meaningful share has been up longer.
About 58% of current listings are under 30 days old, while the rest have been up longer.
Housing Tenure in Hayward
Homeownership is near the state average, with a balanced mix of owners and renters.
57%
Homeowners
43%
Renters
Homeownership is 1.5 points higher than the California average (55.5%)
49,470 households (2023)
Affordability Snapshot
Typical home cost
$5,751/mo
Actual housing expense
Affordable budget (28%)
$2,655/mo
Based on median income
Median household income
$9,481/mo
Hayward
A typical home costs about 61% of the median household's income.
For reference, lenders typically recommend spending ≤28%.
Income needed to afford a typical home comfortably
$246K/year
Assumes housing costs ≤28% of income
View cost breakdown
20% down, 7% rate, 30-yr fixed. CA averages for tax/insurance.
Median Price by Bedroom
Larger homes command significantly higher prices, with sharp increases beyond 3 bedrooms.
Each additional bedroom adds about $272K in value on average, with larger homes seeing bigger price jumps.
Largest increase: 3 → 4 bedrooms (+$396K)
Price Reductions
54 listings have reduced their price
34% of active listings
Average reduction: 6.6% (~$56K)
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Hayward, CA Housing Market
What is the median home price in Hayward, CA?
The median list price in Hayward is $850,000 as of August 2026, based on 158 active listings.
Is Hayward a buyer's market or a seller's market?
Hayward currently reads as a balanced market. Active inventory works out to about 3.4 months of supply at the recent sales pace.
How fast do homes sell in Hayward?
Homes that closed in the last 90 days typically went under contract in about 13 days. The average home currently for sale has been on the market for 38 days.
Are home prices in Hayward going up or down?
The median sale price in Hayward is down about 2.3% compared with a year ago.
How many homes are for sale in Hayward, CA?
There are 158 homes for sale in Hayward right now, including 14 listed within the last week.
What is the median rent in Hayward?
The median asking rent in Hayward is $3,150 per month, across 8 active rental listings.