Northgate, Walnut Creek Housing Market · 2026

Data through Sep 2026

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

Northgate, Walnut Creek Market Snapshot

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

Based on 9 homes sold in the 3 months ending September 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 September 2026

SalesWhat are homes selling for?
Median Sale Price
$1.76M
▲ Up 25.9% from September 2025
Up $362K from September 2025
Homes Sold
9
Sold in the last 3 months. More sales = more reliable data.
Your CostWhat would you actually pay each month?
Monthly Payment
~$11,762/mo
7.4% · 30yr fixed · 20% down
Payment Breakdown
  • Principal & Interest$9,746
  • Property Tax$1,833
  • Insurance$183
CompetitionHow competitive is it right now?
Days on Market
19 days
▲ 5 more days than in September 2025
Homes typically sell within a month
Sale-to-List Ratio
101.1%
▼ Down from 103.3% in September 2025
Selling at or near asking price
% Sold Over Asking
55%
More than half of homes sold above their asking price
Active Listings
4
▲ Up 42.3% from September 2025
About 1.4 months of supply. Very low, limited options for buyers

Market Trends

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

Median Sale Price
Up 25.9% year-over-year in Northgate. Based on 9 sales in the last 3 months.
Homes Sold
About the same sales volume as a year ago in Northgate.
Total Monthly Payment
Estimated monthly cost is up 33% from a year ago in Northgate, 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 Northgate, Walnut Creek

Is now a good time to buy in Northgate, Walnut Creek?

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

At $1.76M, Northgate, Walnut Creek's median is close to the Bay Area average of $1.77M.

Within Walnut Creek, this area trades about 108% above the city-wide median of $848K.

How competitive is Northgate, Walnut Creek for buyers?

Northgate, Walnut Creek is a balanced market where neither side dominates:

  • Homes sell about 1% above asking on average
  • 55% close above list price
  • 19 days typical time to go pending

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 Northgate, Walnut Creek home?

At $1.76M with 20% down at 7.4%, your estimated total monthly cost is approximately $11,762:

  • $9,746 principal and interest
  • $1,833 property tax (California 1.25% effective rate)
  • $183 homeowners insurance

HOA fees are extra.

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Melanie Tan
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