ZIP 94038, Moss Beach Housing Market · 2026

Data through Sep 2026 · Part of the Moss Beach housing market

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

ZIP 94038, Moss Beach Market Snapshot

ZIP 94038 offers real opportunities for buyers right now:

Based on 8 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
$1.32M
▼ Down 25.4% from September 2025
Down $450K from September 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
~$8,900/mo
7.4% · 30yr fixed · 20% down
Payment Breakdown
  • Principal & Interest$7,337
  • Property Tax$1,380
  • Insurance$183
CompetitionHow competitive is it right now?
Days on Market
58 days
▲ 34 more days than in September 2025
Buyers have time to decide
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.7%
▲ Up from 97.0% in September 2025
Selling 1% below asking
% Sold Over Asking
12%
Only 12% sold above asking. Few bidding wars right now
Active Listings
7
▲ Up 6.5% from September 2025
About 2.8 months of supply. Moderate selection available

Market Trends

See how prices, monthly costs, and mortgage rates have moved in 94038, Moss Beach.

Median Sale Price
Down 25.4% year-over-year in 94038, Moss Beach. Based on 8 sales in the last 3 months.
Homes Sold
14% more homes sold than a year ago in 94038, Moss Beach.
Total Monthly Payment
Estimated monthly cost is down 20% from a year ago in 94038, Moss Beach, 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 ZIP 94038

Is now a good time to buy in ZIP 94038?

ZIP 94038 is a buyer's market. Extended market times, price reductions, and motivated sellers give buyers strong negotiating leverage. Well-structured offers below asking can succeed here.

How do ZIP 94038 home prices compare to the Bay Area average?

At $1.32M, ZIP 94038's median sits about 25% below the Bay Area average of $1.77M. That average is skewed high by ultra-premium peninsula enclaves like Atherton and Woodside, so a more useful frame is that ZIP 94038 is one of the more accessible corners of the Bay Area.

How competitive is ZIP 94038 for buyers?

ZIP 94038 is a buyer's market:

  • Homes sell about 1% below asking on average
  • 12% close above list price
  • 58 days typical time to go pending
  • 33% of listings have had a price reduction

Buyer strategy: well-structured offers below asking can succeed here.

What will my total monthly cost be on a median-priced ZIP 94038 home?

At $1.32M with 20% down at 7.4%, your estimated total monthly cost is approximately $8,900:

  • $7,337 principal and interest
  • $1,380 property tax (California 1.25% effective rate)
  • $183 homeowners insurance

HOA fees are extra.

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Melanie Tan
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