Alameda County – Q3 2026 Market Overview

Alameda County’s housing market cooled during the third quarter, with active inventory gradually declining from its spring peak and sales activity easing before leveling off toward quarter-end. Median home prices softened over the summer before rebounding in September to approximately $1.1 million, while average price per square foot followed a similar pattern. Homes took slightly longer to sell, with average days on market reaching approximately 31 days by September. Overall, Q3 reflected a slower market heading into fall, giving buyers more time to consider their options and making competitive pricing increasingly important for sellers entering Q4.