Lafayette Housing Market Report – August 2026
Here's a look at how the Lafayette, CA real estate market performed in August 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 39
- Median Sale Price: $1,800,000
- Average Sale Price: $1,939,103
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $777
- Average Days on Market: 53
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 100.7%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to July, the median sale price in Lafayette moved 0.0% down (from $1,800,000 to $1,800,000). The number of homes sold was 25.8% up compared to the prior month (31 vs. 39). Average days on market shifted 20.5% up (44 days to 53 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to August 2025, the median sale price is 5.3% up (from $1,710,000 to $1,800,000). Sales volume is 25.8% up year-over-year.
Lafayette Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94549 | 38 | $1,800,000 | $780 | 53 |
| 94595 | 1 | $1,326,000 | $660 | N/A |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 35 | $1,800,000 | $774 |
| CONDOS | 2 | $1,049,000 | $850 |
| CONDO | 1 | $935,000 | $744 |
| LAND | 1 | $2,000,000 | N/A |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $400K - $499K | 1 |
| $750K+ | 38 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 130 active listings in Lafayette with a median asking price of $1,695,000 and an average of 70 days on market.
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