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Market Intelligence · CA / Marin County

San Rafael, CA home prices and housing market

2 ZIP markets liveData updated September 2026Typical value$1.32M1-yr changeUp2.6%

The typical home value in San Rafael, CA is $1.32M as of September 2026, up 2.6% from a year ago, based on the Zillow Home Value Index. In the typical San Rafael ZIP code, the median list price is $1.1M and homes spend a median of 43 days on market as of September 2026 (Realtor.com).

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San Rafael, by the numbers.

Typical home valueZillow ZHVI, September 2026
$1.32M
1-yr changeMedian across San Rafael ZIPs
+2.6%
ZIP markets live5 tracked in San Rafael
2
County
Marin County

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12-month value trend

+2.6% over 12 months

Typical home value in San Rafael over the last 12 months: $1.29M in Sep 2025 to $1.32M in Sep 2026 (+2.6%).

Sep 2025$1.29M

Sep 2026$1.32M

Median Zillow home value index across San Rafael's ZIP codes.

Context

San Rafael's housing market shows moderate momentum as of September 2026. The typical home value stands at $1,322,109, up 2.6% over the past year. With 103 homes for sale and 76 new listings added to the market, inventory remains modest. The median list price is $1,103,625, while homes spend a median of 43 days on market before selling. An 11.4% share of listings have seen price cuts, suggesting some seller adjustment in a market that is neither hot nor cold. If you're weighing a sale, current conditions favor sellers modestly, but the steady pace of price cuts means pricing strategy matters.

The numbers

What is the housing market like in San Rafael, CA?

Typical home value

$1.32M

Up2.6%YoY

Median list price

$1.1M

Days on market

43

Homes for sale

103

Price cuts

11.4%

New listings

76

Sources · Zillow ZHVI (September 2026) / Realtor.com (September 2026)

Figures reflect San Rafael's ZIP codes with market data: values and listing medians take the median across ZIPs; inventory and new listings are summed.

Prices over time

San Rafael, CA home prices over time

Typical home values in San Rafael, CA are up 2.6% over the past year, from $1.29M in September 2025 to $1.32M in September 2026.

Typical home value in San Rafael, CA, September of each year
MonthTypical value1-yr change
September 2026$1,322,109+2.6%
September 2025$1,288,362No prior year

Typical value is the median Zillow Home Value Index across San Rafael ZIP codes, taken in September of each year so every row compares the same month.

Market balance

Is San Rafael, CA a buyer's or seller's market?

San Rafael, CA leans toward a seller's market.

Relatively few listings have cut their asking price and homes for sale are scarce relative to new listings, which usually gives sellers the stronger position.

Based on a median of 43 days on market and 11% of listings with a price cut in the typical San Rafael ZIP code, and 76 new listings against 103 active listings across San Rafael, as of September 2026 (Realtor.com).

The outlook

San Rafael housing market forecast 2027

+1.7%

Weighted average of Zillow's ZIP forecasts, 12 months to September 2027

A weighted average of Zillow's ZIP forecasts, across 2 San Rafael ZIP codes, points to typical home values rising 1.7% by September 2027.

Over the 12 months through September 2026, typical home values in San Rafael rose 2.6%, per the Zillow Home Value Index.

Will home prices drop in San Rafael?

The forecasts do not call for a drop: a weighted average of Zillow's ZIP forecasts for San Rafael shows typical home values rising 1.7% by September 2027, after a 2.6% rise over the past 12 months. Forecasts are not guarantees: mortgage rates, inventory, and the wider economy can move values either way.

How this is calculated: each ZIP code's 12-month Zillow forecast is weighted by its typical home value (Zillow Home Value Index, September 2026). 2 San Rafael ZIP codes have both figures.

Forecast: a weighted average of Zillow's ZIP forecasts (Zillow Home Value Forecast, published October 2026), calculated by Home Value Pros. A forecast, not a guarantee.

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Live markets

What ZIP codes are live in San Rafael?

Typical value is the Zillow home value index (ZHVI) for each ZIP, as of September 2026. 1-yr change compares it to the same ZIP a year earlier. We track 5 San Rafael ZIP codes in total; the remaining 3 publish as their data clears editorial QA.

Zillow ZHVI, September 2026

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Common questions

Questions about San Rafael, CA home prices.

How much is a typical home worth in San Rafael?

The typical home value in San Rafael is $1,322,109 as of September 2026, reflecting a 2.6% gain over the past year.

How many homes are available for sale in San Rafael?

As of September 2026, there are 103 homes for sale in San Rafael, with 76 new listings added to the market.

How long do homes typically stay on the market in San Rafael?

The median days on market is 43, and the median list price is $1,103,625 as of September 2026.

Are home prices going up or down in San Rafael, CA?

Typical home values in San Rafael, CA are up 2.6% over the past year, based on the Zillow Home Value Index as of September 2026.

Is San Rafael, CA a buyer's or seller's market?

San Rafael, CA leans toward a seller's market. Relatively few listings have cut their asking price and homes for sale are scarce relative to new listings, which usually gives sellers the stronger position. Based on a median of 43 days on market and 11% of listings with a price cut in the typical San Rafael ZIP code, and 76 new listings against 103 active listings across San Rafael, as of September 2026 (Realtor.com).

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