Corte Madera Housing Market Report – May 2026
Here's a look at how the Corte Madera, CA real estate market performed in May 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 14
- Median Sale Price: $1,962,000
- Average Sale Price: $1,774,721
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $1,197
- Average Days on Market: 34
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 108.9%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to April, the median sale price in Corte Madera moved 20.2% up (from $1,632,500 to $1,962,000). The number of homes sold was 0.0% down compared to the prior month (14 vs. 14). Average days on market shifted 17.2% up (29 days to 34 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to May 2025, the median sale price is 17.1% up (from $1,675,000 to $1,962,000). Sales volume is 100.0% up year-over-year.
What This Means
Corte Madera's real estate market is showing some intriguing contradictions this May. Prices are climbing impressively—the median jumped 20 percent month-over-month and 17 percent year-over-year—suggesting strong buyer demand in Marin County's sought-after communities. The fact that homes are selling above asking price (108.9% of list) reinforces that inventory remains tight relative to interest. However, there's a subtle slowdown brewing: homes are now lingering 34 days on the market versus 29 days last month, a meaningful shift in a traditionally fast-moving luxury segment. This could indicate that even affluent buyers are becoming more selective as prices push higher.
The 24 active listings with a median ask of $1.17 million tell an interesting story—there's a gap between what's listed and what's actually selling, which trades significantly higher. This supply-demand mismatch is classic for high-end markets: limited inventory fuels price appreciation, but it also means fewer options for buyers. With interest rates remaining elevated, we're likely seeing a bifurcated market where motivated, well-capitalized buyers push prices up, while others hesitate on the sidelines. The coming months will reveal whether this spring momentum holds or whether longer marketing times signal buyer fatigue.
Corte Madera Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94925 | 14 | $1,962,000 | $1,197 | 34 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 12 | $2,125,000 | $1,301 |
| CONDOS | 2 | $522,550 | $574 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $300K - $399K | 1 |
| $500K - $749K | 1 |
| $750K+ | 12 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 24 active listings in Corte Madera with a median asking price of $1,172,000 and an average of 87 days on market.
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