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 Santa Rosa housing market
ZIP 95409 offers real opportunities for buyers right now:
Based on 75 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 95409, Santa Rosa.
Includes principal, interest, estimated CA property tax (~1.25%), and estimated insurance (~$2,200/yr). HOA fees not included.
ZIP 95409 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.
At $770K, ZIP 95409's median sits about 59% below the Bay Area average of $1.88M. ZIP 95409 is among the most accessible parts of the Bay Area.
This is close to the Santa Rosa city-wide median of $750K.
By home type:
Prices in ZIP 95409 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 95409 is a buyer's market:
Buyer strategy: well-structured offers below asking can succeed here.
At $770K with 20% down at 6.53%, your estimated total monthly cost is approximately $4,891:
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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“Working with Mel was the best decision I made in my home-buying journey. She was incredibly patient, taking the time to explain every detail of the process to me.”
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“Working with Mel was a fantastic experience from start to finish. We were immediately impressed by her active listening and her ability to translate our needs.”
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