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MarketTracker San Francisco - November 2025 from CharlieBrownSF
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MarketTracker San Francisco - November 2025 from CharlieBrownSF

November 2025 San Francisco Real Estate Market Summary

Median single-family home prices marked a new two-year high in October.

  • Inventory continues to be a huge issue in both the single-family home and condo markets.

  • Listings aren’t spending very much time on the market, with the average single-family home being sold in just 14 days.

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MarketTracker Greater  Bay Area - November 2025 from CharlieBrownSF
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MarketTracker Greater Bay Area - November 2025 from CharlieBrownSF

November 2025 Greater Bay Area Real Estate Market Summary

San Francisco reaches unprecedented market tightness with single-family homes hitting two-year price highs and inventory dropping over 35% year-over-year, while both property types firmly establish seller's market status.

  • The Bay Area experiences a dramatic "inventory overcorrection" in October, with most regions swinging from elevated summer levels to below-normal supply, driven primarily by sharp declines in new listings rather than increased sales.

  • Condo markets across the region face mounting pressure with widespread price declines and dramatically extended days on market, particularly in Silicon Valley where some areas see listings taking more than twice as long to sell.

  • The property type divide intensifies as single-family homes maintain ultra-competitive conditions with rapid sales, while condos struggle with extended market times despite favorable buyer conditions.

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MarketTracker North Bay - November 2025 from CharlieBrownSF
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MarketTracker North Bay - November 2025 from CharlieBrownSF

November 2025 North Bay Real Estate Market Summary

Median sale prices are mostly in line with where they were around this time last year. The North Bay has seen inventories crater on a year-over-year basis, as considerably fewer homes hit the market. Despite lower inventory levels, listings are still spending more time on the market on a year-over-year basis.

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MarketTracker East Bay - October 2025 from CharlieBrownSF
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MarketTracker East Bay - October 2025 from CharlieBrownSF

October 2025 East Bay Real Estate Market Summary

Single-family home median sale prices declined slightly on a year-over-year basis.

  • Inventories remain at a level that’s slightly higher than this time last year.

  • Listings are spending a lot more time on the market than they were last year, with single-family listings spending more than 20% longer on the market.

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MarketTracker Bay Area - October 2025 from CharlieBrownSF
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MarketTracker Bay Area - October 2025 from CharlieBrownSF

October 2025 Bay Area Real Estate Market Summary

September marked a significant shift in Bay Area inventory dynamics, with most regions experiencing year-over-year declines for the first time in months, driven by increased sales velocity rather than new listing growth.

  • San Francisco stands out with dramatic inventory declines of over 30% and surging single-family home prices, while other regions show more modest price movements within historical bands.

  • Market velocity continues to accelerate across most Bay Areas regions, with listings selling faster despite percentage increases in days on market, as absolute numbers remain remarkably low.

  • The region-wide trend toward seller's markets intensifies as inventory normalization continues, with San Francisco's condo market approaching seller's territory and other regions showing steady movement in that direction.

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MarketTracker San Francisco - October 2025 from CharlieBrownSF
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MarketTracker San Francisco - October 2025 from CharlieBrownSF

October 2025 San Francisco Real Estate Market Summary

Affordability remains an issue nationwide, as monthly P&I payments ticked up by 2.90% year-over-year.

  • Mortgage rates are finally starting to decline, as we enter a rate-cutting cycle.

  • Inventories are still growing at a faster rate than existing home sales.

  • Quick observation about Macroeconomics/The Broader Market

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MarketTracker North Bay - September 2025 from CharlieBrownSF
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MarketTracker North Bay - September 2025 from CharlieBrownSF

September 2025 North Bay Real Estate Market Summary

  • Median sale prices show mixed performance across the Bay Area, with Silicon Valley maintaining strength while the East Bay experiences six consecutive months of declines.

  • Inventory dynamics vary dramatically by region - San Francisco faces severe shortages while most other areas see rising inventory levels.

  • Despite varying inventory conditions, listings are spending significantly more time on the market across nearly all Bay Area markets.

  • Market conditions range from highly competitive sellers' markets in core Silicon Valley to more balanced or buyer-friendly conditions in outlying areas.

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MarketTracker East Bay - September 2025 from CharlieBrownSF
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MarketTracker East Bay - September 2025 from CharlieBrownSF

September 2025 East Bay Real Estate Market Summary

  • In August, median sale prices increased on a year-over-year basis in the East Bay for the first time in six months!

  • Despite median sale price growth, inventories remain at an elevated level on a year-over-year basis.

  • While inventories are normalizing, the average listing is still spending quite a bit more time on the market when compared to last year.

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MarketTracker Silicon Valley - September 2025 from CharlieBrownSF
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MarketTracker Silicon Valley - September 2025 from CharlieBrownSF

Septemeber 2025 Silicon Valley Real Estate Market Summary

  • Median sale prices increased across the board in the single-family home market in August.

  • Single-family home inventory levels are actually lower on a year-over-year basis for the first time in months.

  • Single-family home listings continue to be snapped up at a breakneck pace.

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MarketTracker Bay Area - September 2025 from CharlieBrownSF
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MarketTracker Bay Area - September 2025 from CharlieBrownSF

September 2025 Bay Area Real Estate Market Summary

  • August marked a turning point for Bay Area real estate, with single-family home prices rebounding in most regions while condo markets continue to struggle with volatility and declines.

  • Inventory levels are normalizing across the region after summer peaks, with San Francisco reaching some of the lowest supply levels ever recorded while other areas remain elevated year-over-year.

  • Despite inventory normalization, listings are spending significantly more time on market throughout most of the Bay Area, reflecting increased buyer selectivity.

  • Market dynamics strongly favor single-family homes over condos, with San Francisco becoming a dual seller's market while other regions maintain the traditional split between property types.

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Builder Incentives Hit 5-Year Peak

Builder Incentives Hit 5-Year Peak

If you’ve been struggling to find the right home, the new construction market offers a unique window of opportunity. With record-high incentives, significant price reductions, and builders eager to sell, now is the best time in years to consider a new build.

Curious how much further today’s incentives could stretch your budget? Let’s connect and explore what builders in our area are offering.

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MarketTracker North Bay - August 2025 from CharlieBrownSF
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MarketTracker North Bay - August 2025 from CharlieBrownSF

August 2025 North Bay Real Estate Market Summary

  • While median sale prices remain volatile in Napa County, they’re relatively stable in surrounding counties.

  • Inventory levels have bucked the trend and fallen precipitously

  • Despite falling inventory levels, listings are spending quite a bit more time on the market than they were last year.

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