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EL CERRITO, CA 94530

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Contra Costa County
Seller's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 94530

Albany High · Albany Hill · Del Norte · El Cerrito Hills (Hills) · Midtown · Plaza (El Cerrito Plaza) · West Albany

Market Analysis

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

The EL CERRITO, CA real estate market (94530) currently shows 26 active listings, with 11 pending sales. Homes are averaging 14 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 14 days on market compared to 18 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 1.6% year-over-year, from $1,065,000 to $1,048,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 26,483  ·  Density: 2,361.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $119,761

Typical home value: $1,046,680  ·  Homeownership: 56.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
26
⇩ 7.1% vs 28 last year
Pending
11
42% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,048,000
⇩ 1.6% vs $1,065,000 last year
Average Price
$1,235,757
⇩ 7.7% vs $1,338,250 last year
Days on Market
14
⇩ 22.2% vs 18 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$592
⇩ 2.5% vs $607/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,833 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 26 this year vs 28 last year
  • Days on market: 14 now vs 18 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,048,000 (-1.6% YoY)
  • Average: $1,235,757 (-7.7% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 8.0 miles — 476 listings ($375,181,100 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
94530El Cerrito, CA 945300.0 mi20$24,167,000$955,500$1,208,350
94707Berkeley, CA 947071.9 mi13$18,892,900$1,256,750$1,453,300
94804Richmond, CA 948042.3 mi67$37,999,720$541,500$567,160
94803El Sobrante, CA 948032.7 mi35$24,271,275$759,999$693,465
94710Berkeley, CA 947103.7 mi11$12,827,760$997,250$1,166,160
94703Berkeley, CA 947034.2 mi16$16,949,360$996,250$1,059,335
94806San Pablo, CA 948064.4 mi85$49,075,005$574,225$577,353
94564Pinole, CA 945645.0 mi25$16,303,300$698,950$652,132
94608Emeryville, CA 946085.9 mi68$41,860,120$551,250$615,590
94618Oakland, CA 946186.3 mi26$29,830,736$1,095,000$1,147,336
94563Orinda, CA 945636.4 mi24$55,671,840$2,200,200$2,319,660
94607Oakland, CA 946077.8 mi68$35,850,892$499,000$527,219
94612Oakland, CA 946128.0 mi18$11,481,192$564,500$637,844

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in EL CERRITO, CA 94530?

As of March 2026, there are 26 active listings in EL CERRITO, CA (zip code 94530), compared to 28 the prior year.

What is the median home price in EL CERRITO, CA 94530?

The median listing price in EL CERRITO, CA 94530 is $1,048,000 as of March 2026, a 1.6% decrease from $1,065,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in EL CERRITO, CA?

Homes in EL CERRITO, CA 94530 spend an average of 14 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 18 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in EL CERRITO, CA 94530?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, EL CERRITO, CA 94530 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 14 days on market compared to 18 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in EL CERRITO, CA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in EL CERRITO, CA 94530 save an estimated $20,960 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,048,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.