Lafayette Housing Market Report – June 2026
Here's a look at how the Lafayette, CA real estate market performed in June 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 47
- Median Sale Price: $2,000,000
- Average Sale Price: $2,224,135
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $942
- Average Days on Market: 48
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 101.6%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to May, the median sale price in Lafayette moved 0.1% up (from $1,997,500 to $2,000,000). The number of homes sold was 23.7% up compared to the prior month (38 vs. 47). Average days on market shifted 41.2% up (34 days to 48 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to June 2025, the median sale price is 1.2% down (from $2,025,000 to $2,000,000). Sales volume is 30.6% up year-over-year.
What This Means
Lafayette's housing market is showing mixed signals as summer kicks in. While sales volume jumped 23.7% from May to 47 homes sold, this uptick likely reflects improved data collection rather than a genuine surge in buyer activity. The more telling story comes from pricing and timing: the median price inched up just 0.1% month-over-month and is actually down 1.2% year-over-year, suggesting cooling momentum despite strong nominal prices. What's more revealing is that homes are staying on the market about two weeks longer than they were just a month ago—48 days versus 34—indicating buyers are being more selective and less rushed.
The silver lining for sellers is that homes are still commanding premiums, selling at 101.6% of list price. However, with 112 active listings on the market and properties lingering longer, inventory is building relative to recent months. This shift favors buyers who now have more negotiating power. Interest rates and seasonal summer buying patterns are likely at play here. If you're thinking about selling, the window for maximum leverage may be narrowing, while buyers can afford to be patient and shop around.
Lafayette Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94549 | 42 | $2,112,500 | $952 | 49 |
| 94595 | 5 | $1,575,000 | $854 | 36 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 41 | $2,125,000 | $969 |
| CONDOS | 4 | $852,500 | $664 |
| LAND | 2 | $522,500 | N/A |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $200K - $299K | 1 |
| $500K - $749K | 1 |
| $750K+ | 45 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 112 active listings in Lafayette with a median asking price of $1,700,440 and an average of 64 days on market.
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