Palos Verde Area, Walnut Creek Housing Market · 2026

Data through May 2026

Palos Verde Area, Walnut Creek Market Snapshot

Palos Verde Area favors sellers, but smart buyers can still win. Here's the picture:

Based on 5 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
$1.27M
Up 15.9% from May 2025
Up $175K from May 2025
Homes Sold
5
Sold in the most recent month. More sales = more reliable data.
Your CostWhat would you actually pay each month?
Monthly Payment
~$7,952/mo
6.49% · 30yr fixed · 20% down
Payment Breakdown
  • Principal & Interest$6,440
  • Property Tax$1,328
  • Insurance$183
CompetitionHow competitive is it right now?
Days on Market
11 days
1 fewer day than in May 2025
Homes sell in a week or two
Sale-to-List Ratio
102.7%
Down from 102.8% in May 2025
Selling at or near asking price
% Sold Over Asking
60%
More than half of homes sold above their asking price
Active Listings
5
Up 150.0% from May 2025
About 1 month of supply. Very low, limited options for buyers

Market Trends

See how prices, monthly costs, and mortgage rates have moved in Palos Verde Area.

Median Sale Price
Up 15.9% year-over-year in Palos Verde Area. Based on 5 sales in the most recent month.
Homes Sold
Total Monthly Payment
Estimated monthly cost is up 12% from a year ago in Palos Verde 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 6.49%. Your actual rate depends on your credit, down payment, and loan type.

Frequently asked questions about Palos Verde Area, Walnut Creek

Is now a good time to buy in Palos Verde Area, Walnut Creek?

Palos Verde Area, Walnut Creek currently favors sellers. Homes sell near or above asking, and well-priced listings move quickly. Buyers who come in prepared with strong financing and realistic expectations tend to succeed.

How do Palos Verde Area, Walnut Creek home prices compare to the Bay Area average?

At $1.27M, Palos Verde Area, Walnut Creek's median sits about 31% below the Bay Area average of $1.85M. That average is skewed high by ultra-premium peninsula enclaves like Atherton and Woodside, so a more useful frame is that Palos Verde 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 $1.15M.

How competitive is Palos Verde Area, Walnut Creek for buyers?

Palos Verde Area, Walnut Creek currently favors sellers:

  • Homes sell about 3% above asking on average
  • 60% close above list price
  • 11 days typical time to go pending

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 Palos Verde Area, Walnut Creek home?

At $1.27M with 20% down at 6.49%, your estimated total monthly cost is approximately $7,952:

  • $6,440 principal and interest
  • $1,328 property tax (California 1.25% effective rate)
  • $183 homeowners insurance

HOA fees are extra.

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