Foster City Housing Market

Foster City Market Snapshot

Foster City is one of the most competitive markets in the Bay Area, and it's still heating up. Here's what you need to know:

Based on 22 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
$1.70M
Up 16.6% from March 2025
Up $243K from March 2025
Homes Sold
22
Sold in the most recent month. More sales = more reliable data.
Your CostWhat would you actually pay each month?
Monthly Payment
~$10,390/mo
6.3% · 30yr fixed · 20% down
Payment Breakdown
  • Principal & Interest$8,432
  • Property Tax$1,774
  • Insurance$183
CompetitionHow competitive is it right now?
Days on Market
9 days
3 fewer days than in March 2025
Homes sell in a week or two
Sale-to-List Ratio
105.8%
Down from 106.7% in March 2025
Selling 6% above asking
% Sold Over Asking
82%
82% of homes sold above their asking price
Active Listings
27
Down 15.6% from March 2025
About 1.2 months of supply. Very low, limited options for buyers

Market Trends

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

Median Sale Price
Up 16.6% year-over-year in Foster City. Based on 22 sales in the most recent month.
Homes Sold
19% fewer homes sold than a year ago in Foster City.
Total Monthly Payment
Estimated monthly cost is up 14% from a year ago in Foster City, 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 6.3%. Your actual rate depends on your credit, down payment, and loan type.
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