Sebastopol Housing Market · 2026

Data through May 2026

Sebastopol Market Snapshot

Sebastopol is a balanced market and tilting gently toward buyers. A good environment for thoughtful decisions on both sides:

Based on 10 homes sold in May 2026. Includes all residential types (SFH, condo, townhouse, multi-family, and others). Enough to see the trend, but individual sales still move the median. Updated weekly.

Data through May 2026

SalesWhat are homes selling for?
Median Sale Price
$873K
Down 4.9% from May 2025
Down $45K from May 2025
Homes Sold
10
Sold in the most recent month. More sales = more reliable data.
Your CostWhat would you actually pay each month?
Monthly Payment
~$5,499/mo
6.49% · 30yr fixed · 20% down
Payment Breakdown
  • Principal & Interest$4,407
  • Property Tax$909
  • Insurance$183
CompetitionHow competitive is it right now?
Days on Market
32 days
12 more days than in May 2025
Buyers have time to decide
Sale-to-List Ratio
102.1%
Down from 104.9% in May 2025
Selling at or near asking price
% Sold Over Asking
40%
40% of homes sold above asking, some competition
Active Listings
17
Up 13.3% from May 2025
About 1.7 months of supply. Very low, limited options for buyers

Market Trends

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

Median Sale Price
Down 4.9% year-over-year in Sebastopol. Based on 10 sales in the most recent month.
Homes Sold
67% more homes sold than a year ago in Sebastopol.
Total Monthly Payment
Estimated monthly cost is down 8% from a year ago in Sebastopol, 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 6.49%. Your actual rate depends on your credit, down payment, and loan type.

Frequently asked questions about Sebastopol

Is now a good time to buy in Sebastopol?

Sebastopol is a balanced market that is tilting gently toward buyers. Both sides have reasonable leverage, contingencies are more common, and there is time to make thoughtful decisions.

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

At $873K, Sebastopol's median sits about 53% below the Bay Area average of $1.85M. Sebastopol is among the most accessible parts of the Bay Area.

How competitive is Sebastopol for buyers?

Sebastopol is a balanced market where neither side dominates:

  • Homes sell about 2% above asking on average
  • 40% close above list price
  • 32 days typical time to go pending
  • 24% of listings have had a price reduction

Buyer strategy: contingencies are more accepted, and there is time to tour and negotiate without extreme pressure.

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

At $873K with 20% down at 6.49%, your estimated total monthly cost is approximately $5,499:

  • $4,407 principal and interest
  • $909 property tax (California 1.25% effective rate)
  • $183 homeowners insurance

HOA fees are extra.

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