Burlingame Housing Market · 2026

Data through Mar 2026

Burlingame Market Snapshot

Burlingame favors sellers and competition is intensifying. Here's the picture:

Based on 24 homes sold in March 2026. Includes all residential types (SFH, condo, townhouse, multi-family, and others). Updated weekly.

Data through March 2026

SalesWhat are homes selling for?
Median Sale Price
$2.77M
Up 26.1% from March 2025
Up $575K from March 2025
Homes Sold
24
Sold in the most recent month. More sales = more reliable data.
Your CostWhat would you actually pay each month?
Monthly Payment
~$17,150/mo
6.53% · 30yr fixed · 20% down
Payment Breakdown
  • Principal & Interest$14,076
  • Property Tax$2,891
  • Insurance$183
CompetitionHow competitive is it right now?
Days on Market
14 days
2 more days than in March 2025
Homes sell in a week or two
Sale-to-List Ratio
106.6%
Up from 101.9% in March 2025
Selling 7% above asking
% Sold Over Asking
46%
46% of homes sold above asking, some competition
Active Listings
16
Down 36.0% from March 2025
About 0.7 months of supply. Very low, limited options for buyers

Market Trends

See how prices, monthly costs, and mortgage rates have moved in Burlingame.

Median Sale Price
Up 26.1% year-over-year in Burlingame. Based on 24 sales in the most recent month.
Homes Sold
118% more homes sold than a year ago in Burlingame.
Total Monthly Payment
Estimated monthly cost is up 23% from a year ago in Burlingame, reflecting changes in both price and mortgage rates.

Includes principal, interest, estimated CA property tax (~1.25%), and estimated insurance (~$2,200/yr). HOA fees not included.

30-Year Fixed Mortgage Rate (National Avg.)
National average currently at 6.53%. Your actual rate depends on your credit, down payment, and loan type.

Frequently asked questions about Burlingame

Is now a good time to buy in Burlingame?

Burlingame favors sellers and competition is intensifying. Buyers should prepare strong offers and expect limited room to negotiate on well-priced listings.

How do Burlingame home prices compare to the Bay Area average?

At $2.77M, Burlingame's median sits about 48% above the Bay Area average of $1.88M. Burlingame is on the higher end of the regional market.

By home type:

  • Single-family homes at $3.17M
  • Condos at $1.05M
What price range should I budget for in Burlingame?

Prices in Burlingame depend heavily on home type and specific neighborhood. Median sale prices by type:

  • Single-family homes at $3.17M
  • Condos at $1.05M

Individual listings vary widely based on location, size, and condition. The best calibration is to narrow to a few specific neighborhoods you are considering and look at recent sales there.

How competitive is Burlingame for buyers?

Burlingame currently favors sellers:

  • Homes sell about 7% above asking on average
  • 46% close above list price
  • 14 days typical time to go pending
  • 25% of listings have had a price reduction

Buyer strategy: well-priced homes still move quickly, but there is modest room for strong offers. Come in pre-approved with a clear plan.

What will my total monthly cost be on a median-priced Burlingame home?

At $2.77M with 20% down at 6.53%, your estimated total monthly cost is approximately $17,150:

  • $14,076 principal and interest
  • $2,891 property tax (California 1.25% effective rate)
  • $183 homeowners insurance

HOA fees are extra. Condo buyers typically budget an additional $300 to $700 per month for HOA, and townhome HOAs run $200 to $500.

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Melanie Tan
Melanie Tan
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