Larkey Park Area, Walnut Creek Housing Market · 2026

Data through Jul 2026

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

Larkey Park Area, Walnut Creek Market Snapshot

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

Based on 8 homes sold in the 3 months ending July 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 July 2026

SalesWhat are homes selling for?
Median Sale Price
$1.10M
Up 4.7% from July 2025
Up $50K from July 2025
Homes Sold
8
Sold in the last 3 months. More sales = more reliable data.
Your CostWhat would you actually pay each month?
Monthly Payment
~$7,011/mo
6.71% · 30yr fixed · 20% down
Payment Breakdown
  • Principal & Interest$5,682
  • Property Tax$1,145
  • Insurance$183
CompetitionHow competitive is it right now?
Days on Market
13 days
4 more days than in July 2025
Homes sell in a week or two
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.5%
Down from 101.8% in July 2025
Selling at or near asking price
% Sold Over Asking
62%
More than half of homes sold above their asking price
Active Listings
8
Up 50.0% from July 2025
About 2.8 months of supply. Moderate selection available

Market Trends

See how prices, monthly costs, and mortgage rates have moved in Larkey Park Area.

Median Sale Price
Up 4.7% year-over-year in Larkey Park Area. Based on 8 sales in the last 3 months.
Homes Sold
14% more homes sold than a year ago in Larkey Park Area.
Total Monthly Payment
Estimated monthly cost is up 4% from a year ago in Larkey Park Area, 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 6.71%. Your actual rate depends on your credit, down payment, and loan type.

Frequently asked questions about Larkey Park Area, Walnut Creek

Is now a good time to buy in Larkey Park Area, Walnut Creek?

Larkey Park Area, Walnut Creek 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 Larkey Park Area, Walnut Creek home prices compare to the Bay Area average?

At $1.10M, Larkey Park Area, Walnut Creek's median sits about 39% below the Bay Area average of $1.80M. That average is skewed high by ultra-premium peninsula enclaves like Atherton and Woodside, so a more useful frame is that Larkey Park Area, Walnut Creek is one of the more accessible corners of the Bay Area.

Within Walnut Creek, this area trades about 11% above the city-wide median of $990K.

By home type:

  • Single-family homes at $1.05M
  • Condos at $810K
What price range should I budget for in Larkey Park Area, Walnut Creek?

Prices in Larkey Park Area, Walnut Creek depend heavily on home type and specific neighborhood. Median sale prices by type:

  • Single-family homes at $1.05M
  • Condos at $810K

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 Larkey Park Area, Walnut Creek for buyers?

Larkey Park Area, Walnut Creek is a balanced market where neither side dominates:

  • Homes sell about 0.5% above asking on average
  • 62% close above list price
  • 13 days typical time to go pending
  • 29% 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 Larkey Park Area, Walnut Creek home?

At $1.10M with 20% down at 6.71%, your estimated total monthly cost is approximately $7,011:

  • $5,682 principal and interest
  • $1,145 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
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