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EL CERRITO, CA 94530

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
14
⇩ 12.5% vs 16 last year
Pending
6
43% pending ratio
Median Price
$891,500
⇩ 15.3% vs $1,052,250 last year
Average Price
$1,129,089
⇩ 12.7% vs $1,293,940 last year
Days on Market
24
⇩ 25% vs 32 days last year

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 Analysis

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

The EL CERRITO, CA real estate market (94530) currently shows 14 active listings, with 6 pending sales. Homes are averaging 24 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 24 days on market compared to 32 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 15.3% year-over-year, from $1,052,250 to $891,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 14 this year vs 16 last year
  • Days on market: 24 now vs 32 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $891,500 (-15.3% YoY)
  • Average: $1,129,089 (-12.7% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 8.0 miles — 415 listings ($324,274,986 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
94530El Cerrito, CA 945300.0 mi14$15,807,246$891,500$1,129,089
94707Berkeley, CA 947071.9 mi5$7,732,500$1,448,500$1,546,500
94804Richmond, CA 948042.3 mi61$34,028,423$552,575$557,843
94803El Sobrante, CA 948032.7 mi37$26,790,997$755,000$724,081
94710Berkeley, CA 947103.7 mi5$5,937,500$924,000$1,187,500
94703Berkeley, CA 947034.2 mi15$14,322,855$924,000$954,857
94806San Pablo, CA 948064.4 mi90$52,706,160$569,500$585,624
94564Pinole, CA 945645.0 mi24$16,288,392$709,450$678,683
94608Emeryville, CA 946085.9 mi49$29,329,244$528,500$598,556
94618Oakland, CA 946186.3 mi17$19,389,146$906,500$1,140,538
94563Orinda, CA 945636.4 mi22$58,214,200$2,081,800$2,646,100
94607Oakland, CA 946077.8 mi61$33,943,328$544,500$556,448
94612Oakland, CA 946128.0 mi15$9,784,995$595,000$652,333

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 14 active listings in EL CERRITO, CA (zip code 94530), compared to 16 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in EL CERRITO, CA 94530 is $891,500 as of January 2026, a 15.3% decrease from $1,052,250 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 24 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 32 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 January 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 24 days on market compared to 32 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 $17,830 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $891,500. 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.