Central Los Altos, Los Altos Housing Market · 2026

Data through Mar 2026

Central Los Altos, Los Altos Market Snapshot

Central Los Altos is still one of the most competitive markets in the Bay Area, but competition is starting to ease. Here's the picture:

Based on 13 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
$4.45M
Down 21.9% from March 2025
Down $1.25M from March 2025
Homes Sold
13
Sold in the most recent month. More sales = more reliable data.
Your CostWhat would you actually pay each month?
Monthly Payment
~$27,391/mo
6.53% · 30yr fixed · 20% down
Payment Breakdown
  • Principal & Interest$22,572
  • Property Tax$4,635
  • Insurance$183
CompetitionHow competitive is it right now?
Days on Market
9 days
1 fewer day than in March 2025
Homes sell in a week or two
Sale-to-List Ratio
109.6%
Down from 111.3% in March 2025
Selling 10% above asking
% Sold Over Asking
92%
92% of homes sold above their asking price
Active Listings
7
Up 40.0% from March 2025
About 0.5 months of supply. Very low, limited options for buyers

Market Trends

See how prices, monthly costs, and mortgage rates have moved in Central Los Altos.

Median Sale Price
Down 21.9% year-over-year in Central Los Altos. Based on 13 sales in the most recent month.
Homes Sold
18% more homes sold than a year ago in Central Los Altos.
Total Monthly Payment
Estimated monthly cost is down 24% from a year ago in Central Los Altos, 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 Central Los Altos, Los Altos

Is now a good time to buy in Central Los Altos, Los Altos?

Central Los Altos, Los Altos is still a highly competitive market, but conditions are starting to ease. Buyers should move quickly on well-priced homes and expect to offer above asking, though the most intense bidding wars may be tapering.

How do Central Los Altos, Los Altos home prices compare to the Bay Area average?

At $4.45M, Central Los Altos, Los Altos's median sits about 137% above the Bay Area average of $1.88M. Central Los Altos, Los Altos is on the higher end of the regional market.

This is close to the Los Altos city-wide median of $4.15M.

How competitive is Central Los Altos, Los Altos for buyers?

Central Los Altos, Los Altos is one of the Bay Area's more competitive markets:

  • Homes sell about 10% above asking on average
  • 92% close above list price
  • 9 days typical time to go pending

Buyer strategy: budget 5 to 10% above ask on well-priced listings, with financing pre-approved and offers ready to move quickly.

What will my total monthly cost be on a median-priced Central Los Altos, Los Altos home?

At $4.45M with 20% down at 6.53%, your estimated total monthly cost is approximately $27,391:

  • $22,572 principal and interest
  • $4,635 property tax (California 1.25% effective rate)
  • $183 homeowners insurance

HOA fees are extra.

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