Clayton Housing Market Report – June 2026
Here's a look at how the Clayton, CA real estate market performed in June 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 15
- Median Sale Price: $935,000
- Average Sale Price: $973,833
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $428
- Average Days on Market: 56
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 98.6%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to May, the median sale price in Clayton moved 18.0% down (from $1,140,000 to $935,000). The number of homes sold was 0.0% down compared to the prior month (15 vs. 15). Average days on market shifted 12.0% up (50 days to 56 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to June 2025, the median sale price is 8.8% down (from $1,025,000 to $935,000). Sales volume is 36.4% up year-over-year.
What This Means
Clayton's real estate market is showing mixed signals as we head into mid-summer. The median sale price dropped 18 percent month-over-month to $935,000, a notable decline that suggests either seasonal softening or sellers adjusting expectations to match current buyer appetite. While this is concerning on a month-to-month basis, the year-over-year comparison tells a more measured story—prices are down only 8.8 percent annually, indicating the recent dip may be a correction rather than a collapse. The fact that homes are still selling close to asking price (98.6 percent of list) shows there's still reasonable buyer demand, even if it's cooling slightly.
What's worth watching is the increasing time on market. Homes are now sitting for 56 days on average, up from 50 days last month, suggesting buyers are becoming more selective and less pressured. With 41 active listings available—a healthy supply relative to the 15 homes that sold—buyers finally have genuine options. This is a significant shift from the ultra-competitive markets we've seen in recent years. For sellers, this means pricing competitively and ensuring properties are in good condition. For buyers, patience may finally pay off.
Clayton Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94517 | 15 | $935,000 | $428 | 56 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 13 | $1,040,000 | $448 |
| CONDOS | 1 | $719,000 | $451 |
| MOBILE | 1 | $145,000 | $154 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $100K - $199K | 1 |
| $500K - $749K | 1 |
| $750K+ | 13 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 41 active listings in Clayton with a median asking price of $995,000 and an average of 62 days on market.
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