Melanie Tan
DRE #02250755“I help Bay Area buyers and sellers make confident moves with the latest market data, real local expertise, and the patience to find what's actually right for you, not the fastest close.”
DRE #02250755“I help Bay Area buyers and sellers make confident moves with the latest market data, real local expertise, and the patience to find what's actually right for you, not the fastest close.”
Data through Mar 2026 · Part of the Petaluma housing market
ZIP 94952 leans toward buyers, though competition has been picking up recently. Here's where things stand:
Based on 46 homes sold in March 2026. Includes all residential types (SFH, condo, townhouse, multi-family, and others). Updated weekly.
Data through March 2026
See how prices, monthly costs, and mortgage rates have moved in 94952, Petaluma.
Includes principal, interest, estimated CA property tax (~1.25%), and estimated insurance (~$2,200/yr). HOA fees not included.
ZIP 94952 leans toward buyers, though competition has been picking up recently. Buyers still have leverage to negotiate, but the window may be narrowing.
At $1.11M, ZIP 94952's median sits about 41% below the Bay Area average of $1.88M. That average is skewed high by ultra-premium peninsula enclaves like Atherton and Woodside, so a more useful frame is that ZIP 94952 is one of the more accessible corners of the Bay Area.
Within Petaluma, this area trades about 26% above the city-wide median of $880K.
By home type:
Prices in ZIP 94952 depend heavily on home type and specific neighborhood. Median sale prices by type:
Individual listings vary widely based on location, size, and condition. The best calibration is to narrow to a few specific neighborhoods you are considering and look at recent sales there.
ZIP 94952 currently leans toward buyers:
Buyer strategy: a well-structured offer near or below list price has a good chance of success.
At $1.11M with 20% down at 6.53%, your estimated total monthly cost is approximately $6,970:
HOA fees are extra. Condo buyers typically budget an additional $300 to $700 per month for HOA, and townhome HOAs run $200 to $500.
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