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San Rafael, CA 94903
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Housing market overview · Updated monthly ·
$1.35Mmedian sale price
The median home sale price in San Rafael, CA is $1.35M, up 3.0% year-over-year. Homes sell in an average of 22 days with 105 active listings. The market is currently a strong seller's market. (Source: Redfin monthly MLS data, as of May 2026 — the most recent Redfin release; Redfin publishes each month's data on a ~6-week lag.)
San Rafael, CA is currently a strong seller's market, based on 1.6 months of supply and homes selling in about 22 days. How we determine this →
Homes sold
67
Last 12 weeks
Days on market
22
Average pace
Active listings
105
1.6 months supply
Sale-to-list
102.4%
Above asking
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median sale price | $1.35M |
| Median list price | $1.47M |
| Year-over-year price change | +3.0% |
| Average days on market | 22 days |
| Active inventory | 105 listings |
| Months of supply | 1.6 months |
| Sale-to-list price ratio | 102.4% |
| Median price per sq ft | $757/sq ft |
| Homes sold (latest month) | 67 |
| New listings (latest month) | 58 |
| Listings with a price cut | 34.3% |
| Market condition | Strong seller's market |
Source: Redfin · Updated monthly
How the San Rafael, CA market breaks down across single-family homes, condos, and townhouses.
| Property type | Median price | Price / sq ft | Homes sold | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single-family | $1.51M | $819/sq ft | 50 | 16 days |
| Condo / Co-op | $682,000 | $575/sq ft | 10 | 36 days |
| Townhouse | $1.05M | $562/sq ft | 5 | 22 days |
Source: Redfin · Updated monthly
The San Rafael housing market is currently classified as a strong seller's market with a median sale price of $1.35M. Prices have risen 3.0% compared to last year, with homes spending an average of 22 days on market, indicating 1.6 months of inventory.With limited inventory, homes sell quickly and buyers should be prepared to act decisively and competitively to secure a property.The price-to-income ratio of 12.3x provides context for how home values compare to local earning capacity.
There are currently 105 homes listed for sale in San Rafael, California. The median listing price is $1.5M. Featured listings range from $630,000 to $3,495,000.

San Rafael, CA 94903
Nancie Bottmeyer · The Madison Company

San Rafael, CA 94903
Gary Newman · Holmes Burrell Real Estate

San Rafael, CA 94903
David Campagna · eXp Realty of California, Inc

San Rafael, CA 94901
Cristina Hale · Coldwell Banker Realty

San Rafael, CA 94901
The Sell Group · Compass

San Rafael, CA 94903
Andrew Falk · Coldwell Banker Realty

San Rafael, CA 94901
Christine Christiansen · Compass

San Rafael, CA 94901
Denise Montalvo · Compass

San Rafael, CA 94903
Renee Adelmann · Bay Area Modern Real Estate

San Rafael, CA 94901
Faber Real Estate Team · Compass

San Rafael, CA 94901
David O'Brien · Compass

San Rafael, CA 94901
Narodny Team · City Real Estate
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Active listings
105
Homes on market
Median list price
$1.5M
Avg. days on market
22
Days until sale
New this week
58
Newly listed
Population
60,604
Median income
$109,317/yr
Median age
43.5 years
Owner-occupied
51.8%
College grads
49.4%
Avg commute
26.6 min
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS
Zillow home value
$1.34M
Zillow rent index
$2,992/mo
Price-to-rent ratio
37.3x
Price-to-income
12.3x
Source: Zillow Research
San Rafael is a community of approximately 61K residents with a median age of 43.5 years.The median household income is $109,317, which reflects a relatively affluent area with strong earning potential. 49.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, indicating a highly educated population.
Homeownership rates are at 51.8%, showing a blend of owner and renter-occupied properties. The average commute time is 26.6 minutes, which makes this an excellent choice for those seeking short commutes to employment centers.Overall, San Rafael offers a balanced lifestyle with accessible home values relative to local income levels.
17 schools tracked · 8,770 students
The largest public schools serving San Rafael, CA by enrollment, drawn from the National Center for Education Statistics. School quality is a commonly cited factor in home-buying decisions — these are the campuses families in this area are most likely to encounter.
San Rafael High
Grades 9-12 · 1,302 students
Terra Linda High
Grades 9-12 · 1,205 students
James B. Davidson Middle
Grades 6-8 · 1,040 students
Venetia Valley K-8
Grades K-8 · 771 students
Miller Creek Middle
Grades 6-8 · 593 students
Bahia Vista Elementary
Grades K-5 · 542 students
Sun Valley Elementary
Grades K-5 · 509 students
San Pedro Elementary
Grades K-5 · 497 students
Source: National Center for Education Statistics, Common Core of Data directory. Updated annually. Ratings and test scores are not currently displayed.
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For investors evaluating San Rafael, the price-to-rent ratio of 37.3x indicates higher purchase prices relative to rental income, typical of appreciation-focused markets. The market has appreciated 3.0% year-over-year, reflecting ongoing demand and value growth.Use our rent vs. buy calculator to analyze whether owning or renting makes more financial sense based on San Rafael's current market conditions and your specific situation. Estimate your monthly payment with the mortgage calculator using San Rafael's median home price.
The median home sale price in San Rafael is $1.35M, up 3.0% from last year.
Homes typically spend 22 days on market before going under contract.
The median household income is $109,317 per year.
With 1.6 months of supply, San Rafael is currently a strong seller's market.
There are currently 105 homes listed for sale in San Rafael, CA.
The Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI) for San Rafael is $1.34M, representing the typical home value in the area.
The median condo/co-op sale price in San Rafael, CA is $682,000, compared to $1.51M for a single-family home, based on the latest Redfin data.
The median single-family home price in San Rafael, CA is $1.51M (about $819 per square foot).
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