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WALNUT CREEK, CA 94597

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

Market Analysis

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

The WALNUT CREEK, CA real estate market (94597) currently shows 76 active listings, with 19 pending sales. Homes are averaging 40 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 40 days on market compared to 36 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 0.8% year-over-year, from $681,125 to $686,750.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 23,654  ·  Density: 2,253.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $135,960

Typical home value: $929,519  ·  Homeownership: 48.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
76
⇧ 7% vs 71 last year
Pending
19
25% pending ratio
Median Price
$686,750
⇧ 0.8% vs $681,125 last year
Average Price
$868,081
⇩ 5% vs $913,874 last year
Days on Market
40
⇧ 11.1% vs 36 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$552
⇩ 3% vs $569/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,227 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 76 this year vs 71 last year
  • Days on market: 40 now vs 36 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $686,750 (+0.8% YoY)
  • Average: $868,081 (-5% 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 10.6 miles — 733 listings ($884,372,805 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
94597Walnut Creek, CA 945970.0 mi57$53,874,576$777,500$945,168
94596Walnut Creek, CA 945962.8 mi61$60,294,718$705,000$988,438
94595Walnut Creek, CA 945953.2 mi114$89,419,092$608,700$784,378
94598Walnut Creek, CA 945985.2 mi37$54,595,979$1,037,500$1,475,567
94507Alamo, CA 945075.6 mi32$153,675,360$3,045,000$4,802,355
94521Concord, CA 945216.1 mi74$54,587,802$731,250$737,673
94556Moraga, CA 945566.2 mi32$45,794,432$1,362,000$1,431,076
94516Canyon, CA 945168.1 mi1$795,000$795,000$795,000
94526Danville, CA 945268.6 mi76$138,879,816$1,730,692$1,827,366
94611Oakland, CA 946119.8 mi78$100,081,566$1,024,500$1,283,097
94565Pittsburg, CA 9456510.0 mi106$71,206,136$576,000$671,756
94618Oakland, CA 9461810.4 mi26$29,830,736$1,095,000$1,147,336
94602Oakland, CA 9460210.6 mi39$31,337,592$829,750$803,528

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WALNUT CREEK, CA 94597?

As of September 2026, there are 76 active listings in WALNUT CREEK, CA (zip code 94597), compared to 71 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WALNUT CREEK, CA 94597?

The median listing price in WALNUT CREEK, CA 94597 is $686,750 as of September 2026, a 0.8% increase from $681,125 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in WALNUT CREEK, CA?

Homes in WALNUT CREEK, CA 94597 spend an average of 40 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 36 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WALNUT CREEK, CA 94597?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, WALNUT CREEK, CA 94597 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 40 days on market compared to 36 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in WALNUT CREEK, CA?

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