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Palo Alto, CA

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Seller's Market
July 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of July 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The Palo Alto, CA real estate market currently shows 124 active listings, with 42 pending sales. Homes are averaging 39.7 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 14 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 39.7 days on market compared to 42.4 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 41.5% year-over-year, from $3,259,152 to $1,907,050.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 97,522  ·  Density: 2,342.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $173,773

Typical home value: $1,810,203  ·  Homeownership: 54.4%

Included Areas

Palo Alto: 94301, 94303, 94304, 94309

University South: 94302

Barron Park: 94306

Area Map

Market Overview

Active Listings
124
⇩ 10.1% vs 138 last year
Pending
42
34% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,907,050
⇩ 41.5% vs $3,259,152 last year
Average Price
$2,413,940
⇩ 41.9% vs $4,152,092 last year
Days on Market
39.7
⇩ 6.4% vs 42 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$1,225
⇩ 13.4% vs $1,414/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,475 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

12-Month Trends

Historical Trend Charts

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Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
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Active Listings
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Price Reduced %