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SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Marin County
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 94901

Bayside Acres · Black Canyon (Domincan) · Bret Harte · California Park · Canal · Canal Waterfront · China Camp · Country Club · Downtown San Rafael (Downtown) · East Larkspur (East) · East San Rafael (East) · Fairhills · Francisco Boulevard West · Gerstle Park · Glenwood · Greenbrae (Greenbrae Marina) · Larkspur Landing (Landing) · Lincoln (San Rafael Hill) · Loch Lomond · Los Ranchitos (Rafael Meadows) · McNears Beach · Montecito (Happy Valley) · North Larkspur (North) · Peacock Gap · Picnic Valley · Sun Valley · West End · West San Rafael (West)

Market Analysis

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

The SAN RAFAEL, CA real estate market (94901) currently shows 84 active listings, with 23 pending sales. Homes are averaging 28 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 28 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 28 days on market compared to 25 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 5.1% year-over-year, from $1,415,000 to $1,342,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 40,927  ·  Density: 1,206.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $113,294

Typical home value: $1,291,020  ·  Homeownership: 51.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
84
⇧ 50% vs 56 last year
Pending
23
27% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,342,250
⇩ 5.1% vs $1,415,000 last year
Average Price
$1,858,491
⇧ 7% vs $1,736,143 last year
Days on Market
28
⇧ 12% vs 25 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$699
⇩ 6.7% vs $749/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,004 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 84 this year vs 56 last year
  • Days on market: 28 now vs 25 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,342,250 (-5.1% YoY)
  • Average: $1,858,491 (+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 12.6 miles — 379 listings ($652,134,189 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
94901San Rafael, CA 949010.0 mi58$102,834,986$1,198,000$1,773,017
94939Larkspur, CA 949393.5 mi4$5,174,500$1,150,000$1,293,625
94925Corte Madera, CA 949254.0 mi9$9,886,113$1,027,000$1,098,457
94960San Anselmo, CA 949604.3 mi20$32,191,320$1,323,000$1,609,566
94949Novato, CA 949496.1 mi29$35,208,523$1,124,000$1,214,087
94920Belvedere Tiburon, CA 949206.7 mi32$245,755,424$3,923,250$7,679,857
94965Sausalito, CA 949658.9 mi29$50,751,392$1,287,250$1,750,048
94806San Pablo, CA 948069.1 mi85$49,075,005$574,225$577,353
94804Richmond, CA 948049.7 mi67$37,999,720$541,500$567,160
94933Forest Knolls, CA 9493310.4 mi1$918,000$918,000$918,000
94947Novato, CA 9494711.1 mi36$44,859,204$1,197,500$1,246,089
94946Nicasio, CA 9494611.9 mi6$31,240,002$4,997,500$5,206,667
94924Bolinas, CA 9492412.6 mi3$6,240,000$1,995,000$2,080,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901?

As of March 2026, there are 84 active listings in SAN RAFAEL, CA (zip code 94901), compared to 56 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901?

The median listing price in SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901 is $1,342,250 as of March 2026, a 5.1% decrease from $1,415,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901 spend an average of 28 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 25 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 28 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 28 days on market compared to 25 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901 save an estimated $26,845 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,342,250. 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.