May Valley, Richmond Housing Market · 2026

Data through Sep 2026

Data curated by Melanie Tan, 8 Blocks Real Estate · How this data works

May Valley, Richmond Market Snapshot

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

Based on 15 homes sold in the 3 months ending September 2026. Includes all residential types (SFH, condo, townhouse, multi-family, and others). Updated weekly.

Data through September 2026

SalesWhat are homes selling for?
Median Sale Price
$800K
▼ Down 0.0% from September 2025
Down $240 from September 2025
Homes Sold
15
Sold in the last 3 months. More sales = more reliable data.
Your CostWhat would you actually pay each month?
Monthly Payment
~$5,446/mo
7.4% · 30yr fixed · 20% down
Payment Breakdown
  • Principal & Interest$4,430
  • Property Tax$833
  • Insurance$183
CompetitionHow competitive is it right now?
Days on Market
25 days
▲ 5 more days than in September 2025
Homes typically sell within a month
Sale-to-List Ratio
105.1%
▲ Up from 102.7% in September 2025
Selling 5% above asking
% Sold Over Asking
66%
66% of homes sold above their asking price
Active Listings
6
▲ Up 60.0% from September 2025
About 1.3 months of supply. Very low, limited options for buyers

Market Trends

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

Median Sale Price
Roughly flat year-over-year in May Valley. Based on 15 sales in the last 3 months.
Homes Sold
About the same sales volume as a year ago in May Valley.
Total Monthly Payment
Estimated monthly cost is up 6% from a year ago in May Valley, 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 7.4%. Your actual rate depends on your credit, down payment, and loan type.

Frequently asked questions about May Valley, Richmond

Is now a good time to buy in May Valley, Richmond?

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

How do May Valley, Richmond home prices compare to the Bay Area average?

At $800K, May Valley, Richmond's median sits about 55% below the Bay Area average of $1.77M. May Valley, Richmond is among the most accessible parts of the Bay Area.

Within Richmond, this area trades about 38% above the city-wide median of $580K.

How competitive is May Valley, Richmond for buyers?

May Valley, Richmond currently favors sellers:

  • Homes sell about 5% above asking on average
  • 66% close above list price
  • 25 days typical time to go pending
  • 24% 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 May Valley, Richmond home?

At $800K with 20% down at 7.4%, your estimated total monthly cost is approximately $5,446:

  • $4,430 principal and interest
  • $833 property tax (California 1.25% effective rate)
  • $183 homeowners insurance

HOA fees are extra.

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