Data as of September 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The Palo Alto, CA real estate market currently shows 131 active listings, with 42 pending sales. Homes are averaging 31.5 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 17 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.
Homes are selling faster, averaging 31.5 days on market compared to 37.6 days last year.
The median listing price has fallen 13.6% year-over-year, from $3,068,067 to $2,650,891.
Population: 97,522 · Density: 2,342.7/mi² · Median household income: $173,773
Typical home value: $1,810,203 · Homeownership: 54.4%
Palo Alto: 94301, 94303, 94304, 94309
University South: 94302
Barron Park: 94306