ZIP 94596, Walnut Creek Housing Market

ZIP 94596, Walnut Creek Market Snapshot

ZIP 94596 is a balanced market, but competition has been picking up. Here's where things stand:

Based on 39 homes sold in March 2026. Includes all residential types (SFH, condo, townhouse, multi-family, and others). Updated weekly.

Data through March 2026

SalesWhat are homes selling for?
Median Sale Price
$1.23M
Up 11.4% from March 2025
Up $125K from March 2025
Homes Sold
39
Sold in the most recent month. More sales = more reliable data.
Your CostWhat would you actually pay each month?
Monthly Payment
~$7,525/mo
6.3% · 30yr fixed · 20% down
Payment Breakdown
  • Principal & Interest$6,066
  • Property Tax$1,276
  • Insurance$183
CompetitionHow competitive is it right now?
Days on Market
13 days
15 fewer days than in March 2025
Homes sell in a week or two
Sale-to-List Ratio
101.0%
Up from 99.1% in March 2025
Selling at or near asking price
% Sold Over Asking
41%
41% of homes sold above asking, some competition
Active Listings
51
Down 12.1% from March 2025
About 1.3 months of supply. Very low, limited options for buyers

Market Trends

See how prices, monthly costs, and mortgage rates have moved in 94596, Walnut Creek.

Median Sale Price
Up 11.4% year-over-year in 94596, Walnut Creek. Based on 39 sales in the most recent month.
Homes Sold
11% more homes sold than a year ago in 94596, Walnut Creek.
Total Monthly Payment
Estimated monthly cost is up 9% from a year ago in 94596, Walnut Creek, 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 6.3%. Your actual rate depends on your credit, down payment, and loan type.
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