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East Oakland

OAKLAND, CA 94601

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Alameda County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
43
⇩ 8.5% vs 47 last year
Pending
16
37% pending ratio
Median Price
$597,000
⇧ 8.7% vs $549,000 last year
Average Price
$605,256
⇧ 4.1% vs $581,274 last year
Days on Market
86
⇧ 43.3% vs 60 days last year

Market Context

Population: 52,102  ·  Density: 6,288.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $62,825

Typical home value: $648,753  ·  Homeownership: 33.9%

Market Analysis

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

The OAKLAND, CA real estate market (94601) currently shows 43 active listings, with 16 pending sales. Homes are averaging 86 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 86 days on market compared to 60 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 8.7% year-over-year, from $549,000 to $597,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 43 this year vs 47 last year
  • Days on market: 86 now vs 60 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $597,000 (+8.7% YoY)
  • Average: $605,256 (+4.1% 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 7.3 miles — 311 listings ($285,494,781 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
94601Oakland, CA 946010.0 mi43$26,026,008$597,000$605,256
94602Oakland, CA 946022.1 mi24$18,920,352$774,000$788,348
94621Oakland, CA 946212.7 mi36$18,672,336$499,000$518,676
94501Alameda, CA 945013.1 mi41$35,053,770$675,000$854,970
94612Oakland, CA 946123.4 mi15$9,784,995$595,000$652,333
94611Oakland, CA 946113.8 mi47$64,029,040$1,012,000$1,362,320
94516Canyon, CA 945164.5 mi1$795,000$795,000$795,000
94618Oakland, CA 946184.8 mi17$19,389,146$906,500$1,140,538
94577San Leandro, CA 945775.1 mi36$28,525,572$793,500$792,377
94705Berkeley, CA 947056.2 mi7$14,560,000$1,895,000$2,080,000
94703Berkeley, CA 947036.8 mi15$14,322,855$924,000$954,857
94579San Leandro, CA 945797.1 mi11$7,838,105$695,000$712,555
94556Moraga, CA 945567.3 mi18$27,577,602$1,425,000$1,532,089

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in OAKLAND, CA 94601?

As of January 2026, there are 43 active listings in OAKLAND, CA (zip code 94601), compared to 47 the prior year.

What is the median home price in OAKLAND, CA 94601?

The median listing price in OAKLAND, CA 94601 is $597,000 as of January 2026, a 8.7% increase from $549,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in OAKLAND, CA 94601 spend an average of 86 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 60 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in OAKLAND, CA 94601?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, OAKLAND, CA 94601 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 86 days on market compared to 60 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in OAKLAND, CA 94601 save an estimated $11,940 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $597,000. 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.