Sunnyvale Housing Market Report – March 2026
Here's a look at how the Sunnyvale, CA real estate market performed in March 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 110
- Median Sale Price: $1,704,000
- Average Sale Price: $1,901,697
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $1,159
- Average Days on Market: 50
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 107.0%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to February, the median sale price in Sunnyvale moved 1.0% down (from $1,721,888 to $1,704,000). The number of homes sold was 115.7% up compared to the prior month (51 vs. 110). Average days on market shifted 11.1% up (45 days to 50 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to March 2025, the median sale price is 2.4% down (from $1,746,200 to $1,704,000). Sales volume is 6.8% down year-over-year.
What This Means
Sunnyvale's housing market is showing mixed signals heading into spring. While sales volume jumped dramatically month-over-month—more than doubling from February—the year-over-year comparison tells a different story, with sales down nearly 7 percent compared to March 2025. This suggests we're seeing typical seasonal recovery from winter's slower pace rather than genuine market strength. Median prices have dipped slightly both monthly and annually, hovering around $1.7 million, though the fact that homes are still selling above listing price (107 percent ratio) indicates buyers remain willing to pay a premium in this competitive market.
The uptick in days on market, now at 50 days versus 45 last month, hints that the inventory advantage is shifting slightly toward buyers. With 213 active listings available, Sunnyvale finally has more homes to choose from—a relief after years of scarcity. However, the gap between active listing prices and actual sale prices suggests some seller expectations may be out of sync with market reality. For buyers, this represents a modest window of opportunity; for sellers, the message is clear: pricing strategy matters more than ever as competition gradually returns.
Sunnyvale Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94087 | 41 | $2,945,000 | $1,551 | 43 |
| 94086 | 29 | $1,648,888 | $1,078 | 35 |
| 94085 | 21 | $1,600,000 | $888 | 48 |
| 94089 | 19 | $1,106,500 | $731 | 97 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 51 | $2,800,100 | $1,584 |
| TOWNHOMES | 27 | $1,600,000 | $908 |
| CONDOS | 15 | $850,000 | $808 |
| MOBILE | 7 | $374,000 | $224 |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 6 | $1,709,000 | $920 |
| CONDO | 4 | $1,162,750 | $855 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $100K - $199K | 1 |
| $200K - $299K | 1 |
| $300K - $399K | 4 |
| $400K - $499K | 2 |
| $500K - $749K | 6 |
| $750K+ | 96 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 213 active listings in Sunnyvale with a median asking price of $1,398,800 and an average of 47 days on market.
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