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  3. San Rafael Housing Market

San Rafael, CA Housing Market

Median List Price

$1,049,000

Updated August 2026

Today, San Rafael has 3 homes for sale at a median list price of $1,049,000, typically selling in about 40 days.

San Rafael Market Analysis

The median list price in San Rafael, CA is $1M. Current inventory stands at 3 active listings. 1 new listings came on the market in the last 30 days.

Single family homes lead the mix at 66.7%, with condos accounting for another 33.3%. September 2025 to July 2026 saw the median price go from $2M to $850,000, down about 57.0%. On a per square foot basis, the median runs $872.

Homes here typically go under contract in about 11 days. That is a quick turnaround, so buyers who wait on a well priced home often miss it.

San Rafael Rental Market

The median asking rent in San Rafael, CA is $1,700. Current inventory stands at 1 active rental listings.

San Rafael Market Pulse

Topfind Market Read

Balanced Market

The picture is mixed here. Supply sits at 3.0 months, roughly in step with demand, yet 67% of sellers have trimmed their asking price, and 67% of current listings have been up for more than 30 days, so neither side holds a clear advantage. Realistic pricing wins for sellers, and patient, prepared buyers can secure fair terms.

Buyer leverageBalancedSeller leverage

Median Home Price

$1.05M

Chart shows the median closed sale price by month

$2.1M$1.5M$910.5K$337.5K
Sep 25
Mar 26

Months of Supply

Estimated time to sell all listings at the current sales pace

3.0 months of supply

Balanced Supply

3 active listings currently on the market.

Tight (<3 mo)
Balanced (3 to 6 mo)
Ample (6+ mo)
3.0
0369+

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 ~40 days.

● Tight: strong demand● Balanced: steady pace● Ample: more choice

Sales Velocity

How fast homes are selling

Steady
FastSlow0d15d30d45d60d75d90d40days on market

Homes are selling at a steady pace, so buyers have some time, though competition still exists.

● <30d: Fast● 30-45d: Steady● 45d+: Slower

Inventory Distribution

Aging Inventory

A larger share of listings has been up beyond 30 days, which typically means more room to negotiate on those longer-listed homes.

New
Active
Aging
Stale
30-day mark0 listings<7 days1 listings7-30 days1 listings30-60 days1 listings60+ days← Selling fastSitting longer →
Under 30 days → competitive, act quicklyOver 60 days → potential negotiation opportunities

Housing Tenure in San Rafael

Homeownership is near the state average, with a balanced mix of owners and renters.

HomeownersRenters

52%

Homeowners

48%

Renters

Homeownership is 3.5 points lower than the California average (55.5%)

A balanced ownership mix suggests diverse housing options for both buyers and renters.

23,250 households (2023)

Median Price by Bedroom

Home prices rise significantly with each additional bedroom.

2 Bed
$714K
4 Bed
$1.5M

Each additional bedroom adds about $766K in value on average.

Price Reductions

High Activity
2

2 listings have reduced their price

67% of active listings

Average reduction: 5.7% (~$60K)

A sizable share of sellers have trimmed their asking price. Those listings are the clearest place to negotiate.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the San Rafael, CA Housing Market

What is the median home price in San Rafael, CA?

The median list price in San Rafael is $1,049,000 as of August 2026, based on 3 active listings.

Is San Rafael a buyer's market or a seller's market?

San Rafael currently reads as a balanced market. Active inventory works out to about 3.0 months of supply at the recent sales pace.

How fast do homes sell in San Rafael?

Homes that closed in the last 90 days typically went under contract in about 11 days. The average home currently for sale has been on the market for 40 days.

How many homes are for sale in San Rafael, CA?

There are 3 homes for sale in San Rafael right now.

What is the median rent in San Rafael?

The median asking rent in San Rafael is $1,700 per month, across 1 active rental listings.

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