Pleasanton Housing Market Report – March 2026
Here's a look at how the Pleasanton, CA real estate market performed in March 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 38
- Median Sale Price: $1,430,000
- Average Sale Price: $1,513,731
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $756
- Average Days on Market: 48
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 100.4%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to February, the median sale price in Pleasanton moved 6.7% down (from $1,532,500 to $1,430,000). The number of homes sold was 35.7% up compared to the prior month (28 vs. 38). Average days on market shifted 2.0% down (49 days to 48 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to March 2025, the median sale price is 18.3% down (from $1,750,000 to $1,430,000). Sales volume is 26.9% down year-over-year.
What This Means
Pleasanton's March market is showing a tale of two trends: solid month-over-month momentum paired with significant year-over-year softening. Sales volume jumped 35.7% from February, which is encouraging for spring, but we're still down nearly 27% compared to March 2025. The median price dipped 6.7% this month to $1.43 million, continuing a broader pullback from last year's peak of $1.75 million. This 18.3% year-over-year decline likely reflects the cumulative effect of higher mortgage rates and recession concerns that have persisted through 2025 and into 2026.
What's noteworthy is that homes are selling right at asking price (100.4% ratio) and moving reasonably fast at 48 days on market. This suggests the inventory level is roughly balanced with demand rather than favoring buyers. The active listing pool of 119 homes with a median ask of $1.55 million confirms prices have stabilized, though sellers' expectations still sit slightly above what's actually closing.
For buyers, the seasonal spring bump is real, but this isn't a hot seller's market. The Pleasanton market feels normalized after two years of volatility, with modest inventory and steady interest keeping things measured rather than frantic.
Pleasanton Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94566 | 22 | $1,437,500 | $705 | 50 |
| 94588 | 16 | $1,430,000 | $826 | 46 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 28 | $1,465,000 | $866 |
| MOBILE | 4 | $283,500 | $211 |
| TOWNHOMES | 4 | $830,000 | $623 |
| CONDOS | 2 | $450,000 | $570 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $200K - $299K | 4 |
| $400K - $499K | 2 |
| $500K - $749K | 2 |
| $750K+ | 30 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 119 active listings in Pleasanton with a median asking price of $1,549,900 and an average of 30 days on market.
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