ZIP 94038, Moss Beach Housing Market · 2026

Data through Jul 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 is a balanced market, but competition has been picking up. Here's where things stand:

Based on 5 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
$1.30M
Down 13.4% from July 2025
Down $200K from July 2025
Homes Sold
5
Sold in the last 3 months. More sales = more reliable data.
Your CostWhat would you actually pay each month?
Monthly Payment
~$8,253/mo
6.71% · 30yr fixed · 20% down
Payment Breakdown
  • Principal & Interest$6,716
  • Property Tax$1,354
  • Insurance$183
CompetitionHow competitive is it right now?
Days on Market
10 days
5 fewer days than in July 2025
Homes sell in a week or two
Sale-to-List Ratio
99.0%
Down from 100.2% in July 2025
Selling 1% below asking
% Sold Over Asking
40%
40% of homes sold above asking, some competition
Active Listings
6
Up 60.6% from July 2025
About 3.8 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 13.4% year-over-year in 94038, Moss Beach. Based on 5 sales in the last 3 months.
Homes Sold
62% fewer homes sold than a year ago in 94038, Moss Beach.
Total Monthly Payment
Estimated monthly cost is down 14% 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 6.71%. 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 balanced but competition is picking up. It remains a reasonable environment for buyers, though acting decisively on well-priced homes is becoming more important.

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

At $1.30M, ZIP 94038's median sits about 28% 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 ZIP 94038 is one of the more accessible corners of the Bay Area.

How competitive is ZIP 94038 for buyers?

ZIP 94038 is a balanced market where neither side dominates:

  • Homes sell about 1.0% below asking on average
  • 40% close above list price
  • 10 days typical time to go pending
  • 38% 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 ZIP 94038 home?

At $1.30M with 20% down at 6.71%, your estimated total monthly cost is approximately $8,253:

  • $6,716 principal and interest
  • $1,354 property tax (California 1.25% effective rate)
  • $183 homeowners insurance

HOA fees are extra.

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