Union City, CA Housing Market
Median List Price
$1,298,888
Updated August 2026
Today, Union City has 48 homes for sale at a median list price of $1,298,888, typically selling in about 36 days.
Union City Market Analysis
Buyers in Union City, CA are looking at a median list price of $1.3M. On a per square foot basis, the median runs $710. Since February, the median price has moved down about 1.9% to $1.3M as of July.
It takes about 15 days for the typical home here to go under contract. That is a quick turnaround, so buyers who wait on a well priced home often miss it. Union City, CA has 48 active listings on the market right now. 22 new listings came on the market in the last 30 days.
Pricing spreads from a $456,944 median for two bedroom homes to $1.7M for five bedroom homes. Most of what is for sale here is single family homes, about 62.5% of the mix, with condos accounting for another 25.0%. Addresses here carry the 94587 ZIP code.
Union City Rental Market
Renters in Union City, CA are looking at a median asking rent of $4,900. Union City, CA has 2 active rental listings on the market right now.
Union City Market Pulse
Topfind Market Read
The picture is mixed here. There is only 2.3 months of supply, yet 42% of sellers have trimmed their asking price, and sale prices have eased 3% over the last six months, though they remain 3% above a year ago, so neither side holds a clear advantage. Realistic pricing wins for sellers, and patient, prepared buyers can secure fair terms.
Median Home Price
$1.30M
↑ 3% 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
2.3 months of supply
Tight Supply48 active listings against the current sales pace works out to about 2.3 months of supply.
What this means for buyers
Inventory is tight relative to how many homes sell each month, so buyers have fewer options and well-priced homes draw competition. Listings typically sell in ~36 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 19% faster than six months ago.
Inventory Distribution
Most current listings are under 30 days old, so the mix skews toward fresh inventory.
Housing Tenure in Union City
Homeownership is significantly higher than average, making this a homeowner-dominated market with more long-term residents.
67%
Homeowners
33%
Renters
Homeownership is 11.5 points higher than the California average (55.5%)
21,202 households (2023)
Median Price by Bedroom
Larger homes command significantly higher prices, with sharp increases beyond 3 bedrooms.
Each additional bedroom adds about $441K in value on average, with larger homes seeing bigger price jumps.
Largest increase: 2 → 3 bedrooms (+$758K)
Price Reductions
20 listings have reduced their price
42% of active listings
Average reduction: 6.8% (~$88K)
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Union City, CA Housing Market
What is the median home price in Union City, CA?
The median list price in Union City is $1,298,888 as of August 2026, based on 48 active listings.
Is Union City a buyer's market or a seller's market?
Union City currently reads as a balanced market. Active inventory works out to about 2.3 months of supply at the recent sales pace.
How fast do homes sell in Union City?
Homes that closed in the last 90 days typically went under contract in about 15 days. The average home currently for sale has been on the market for 36 days.
Are home prices in Union City going up or down?
The median sale price in Union City is up about 2.5% compared with a year ago.
How many homes are for sale in Union City, CA?
There are 48 homes for sale in Union City right now, including 5 listed within the last week.
What is the median rent in Union City?
The median asking rent in Union City is $4,900 per month, across 2 active rental listings.