Orinda Housing Market Report – April 2026
Here's a look at how the Orinda, CA real estate market performed in April 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 17
- Median Sale Price: $1,995,000
- Average Sale Price: $2,102,401
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $840
- Average Days on Market: 38
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 102.0%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to March, the median sale price in Orinda moved 9.3% down (from $2,200,000 to $1,995,000). The number of homes sold was 10.5% down compared to the prior month (19 vs. 17). Average days on market shifted 31.0% up (29 days to 38 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to April 2025, the median sale price is 5.0% up (from $1,900,000 to $1,995,000). Sales volume is 45.2% down year-over-year.
What This Means
Orinda's luxury market is hitting a soft patch this spring. While the median price of nearly $2 million is still holding its own compared to last year—up 5 percent annually—the month-over-month decline of 9.3 percent signals some cooling. Sales volume tells the real story: only 17 homes sold in April compared to 19 in March, and we're down a staggering 45 percent from April 2025. That's the kind of weakness that suggests buyer fatigue or increased caution in this price tier, where each transaction is significant.
The longer time on market is another red flag. Properties are now sitting for an average of 38 days, up from 29 days the previous month. Even more telling, homes currently listed are averaging 65 days on market, indicating less urgency across the board. The one bright spot is that homes are still selling above asking at a 102 percent ratio, which shows there's still some demand—but it's selective and price-sensitive.
With 69 active listings competing for buyers, Orinda's inventory is robust by local standards. The spring market should traditionally favor sellers, yet we're seeing hesitation. Higher interest rates and post-spring-break budgeting likely explain some softness, but the year-over-year sales drop suggests something deeper: buyers at the $2M+ level are taking a wait-and-see approach.
Orinda Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94563 | 17 | $1,995,000 | $840 | 38 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 16 | $2,001,456 | $841 |
| TOWNHOMES | 1 | $1,275,000 | $832 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $750K+ | 17 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 69 active listings in Orinda with a median asking price of $1,895,000 and an average of 65 days on market.
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