Union City Housing Market Report – May 2026
Here's a look at how the Union City, CA real estate market performed in May 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 34
- Median Sale Price: $1,320,500
- Average Sale Price: $1,273,024
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $730
- Average Days on Market: 56
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 102.8%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to April, the median sale price in Union City moved 3.9% down (from $1,373,375 to $1,320,500). The number of homes sold was 6.2% up compared to the prior month (32 vs. 34). Average days on market shifted 7.7% up (52 days to 56 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to May 2025, the median sale price is 6.8% down (from $1,417,500 to $1,320,500). Sales volume is 21.4% up year-over-year.
What This Means
Union City's housing market is showing subtle signs of cooling as we head into the peak summer season. The median sale price dipped 3.9% from April and sits 6.8% lower than May 2025, suggesting that buyer demand isn't strong enough to push prices higher despite seasonal tailwinds. That said, homes are still selling above asking—at 102.8% of list price—which indicates there's still genuine buyer interest, just perhaps more measured than before.
What's worth watching is the lengthening time on market. Homes are now sitting an average of 56 days before selling, up from 52 days last month and noticeably longer than the asking prices on active listings, which average 64 days. This gap suggests sellers are increasingly realistic about pricing, but inventory is also growing. With 107 active listings competing for attention, buyers have more options to choose from and can afford to be pickier.
The market hasn't stalled, but it's definitely shifted in buyers' favor. If you're selling, expect a longer marketing period and be prepared to price competitively. If you're buying, you finally have some breathing room to negotiate.
Union City Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94587 | 34 | $1,320,500 | $730 | 56 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 28 | $1,437,500 | $785 |
| TOWNHOMES | 3 | $780,000 | $528 |
| CONDOS | 2 | $423,500 | $532 |
| MOBILE | 1 | $260,000 | $193 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $200K - $299K | 1 |
| $400K - $499K | 2 |
| $500K - $749K | 2 |
| $750K+ | 29 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 107 active listings in Union City with a median asking price of $1,175,000 and an average of 64 days on market.
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