April 2026 Market Report
WHAT'S ACTUALLY HAPPENING IN MARIN RIGHT NOW
If you've been watching the Marin County market and wondering whether now is the right time to move, you're not alone. Spring 2026 is shaping up to be one of the more interesting windows in recent memory. Prices are softer than 2025's peaks, inventory has opened up, and buyers are gaining back leverage they haven't had in years.
The median sale price sits at approximately $1.4 million, down about 4.4% from a year ago. That may sound alarming, but context matters. Marin homes are still commanding $724 per square foot, and sales volume is actually UP. In February alone, 164 homes sold compared to just 125 the prior year. People are buying, just at more realistic prices.
Homes are taking a bit longer to sell, averaging 31 days versus 22 a year ago. That is not a market in crisis. That is a market finding its equilibrium. For sellers, it means the days of pricing high and expecting 12 offers in 72 hours are largely behind us. For buyers, it means you finally have time to be thoughtful and strategic.
⭐ BY THE NUMBERS ⭐
$1.4M Median Sale Price
Down 4.4% year over year
$724 Price per Square Foot
Down 2.9% year over year
31 Days Average Time on Market
Up from 22 days last year
164 Homes Sold in February
Up from 125 the year before
WHAT THIS MEANS FOR YOU
👉 IF YOU ARE BUYING
This is your window. More inventory means more choices, and homes sitting 30+ days often have motivated sellers open to negotiation. Get pre-approved now and move decisively when you find the right property. Competition still exists for well-priced, move-in ready homes.
👉 IF YOU ARE SELLING
Presentation and pricing are everything right now. Homes that are priced accurately and show well are still receiving strong offers. Overpricing in this environment extends your time on market and often costs more than a realistic list price would.
👉 ON INVENTORY
Active listings are meaningfully higher than a year ago, giving buyers real options across Marin's diverse communities. More supply does not mean a crash. It means a healthier, more balanced market for everyone.
👉 ON THE FORECAST
Analysts expect gradual stabilization through mid-2026, with a potential uptick if mortgage rates decline. Marin's fundamentals include limited land, proximity to San Francisco, and exceptional schools and lifestyle that remain as strong as ever.
WHERE TO WATCH IN MARIN COUNTY
📍 Mill Valley
Sought-after schools, walkable downtown. High demand continues.
📍 Tiburon & Belvedere
Waterfront luxury, ultra-premium segment. Limited inventory keeps this market strong.
📍 San Anselmo & Fairfax
Lifestyle buyers, artsy community feel. Well-balanced market with good value.
📍 San Rafael
County hub, diverse price points, steady activity.
📍 Novato
Entry-point pricing with more supply available. Best value in the county right now.
THE BOTTOM LINE
Marin County is not crashing. It is recalibrating. And for both buyers and sellers who approach it with clear eyes and a smart strategy, there is real opportunity here.
Sales volume is up. Buyers are active. For the right property priced at market reality, strong offers are still happening.
Whether you are thinking about making a move this spring or just want to know what your home is worth today, I would love to have a real conversation. I cover Belvedere Tiburon, Mill Valley, SF, Marin County and the greater Bay Area and I bring real data, real strategy, and real results to every client.
Let's talk.
— Tammy Riemer | eXp Realty | DRE# 01712088
