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Welcome to My Marin Real Estate and Lifestyle Blog!

Welcome to My Marin County Real Estate Blog! On this page I share Marin real estate market news and advice for both home buyers and sellers... and those that enjoy reading about real estate. Also you will find other Northern California…
Marin County Market Report August 2026: Sold price $1.5M up 10%, 367 homes for sale down 27%, 44 days on market down 19%, and housing inventory at 1.6 months supply, a decrease of 38%. Includes Realtor contact information, with the Golden Gate Bridge featured in the background.
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Monthly Marin County Real Estate Market Report | August 2026

Marin’s late-summer real estate market remains defined by limited supply and steady buyer activity. Closed sales rose 23.2% year over year, inventory fell 27%, and the median sold price increased 9.7%. This month’s report looks at pricing power, buyer selectivity, tight inventory, and the Bay Area wealth trends shaping Marin demand.
July 2026 Marin County Market Report: Median sold price up 9%, homes for sale down 25%, days on market up 5%, supply down 34%. Photo of a dining room featuring large windows that showcase lush greenery outdoors.
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Monthly Marin County Real Estate Market Report | July 2026

Marin’s summer real estate market remains defined by scarcity. With fewer homes available, buyers continued to compete for well-positioned properties, pushing the median sold price higher and keeping months of supply low. This month’s report looks at pricing, inventory, buyer behavior, and how Bay Area AI-driven wealth continues to influence upper-end demand.
June 2026 Marin County Real Estate Market Report chart with median price, number homes for sale, days on market and months of supply listed
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Monthly Marin County Real Estate Market Report | June 2026

Marin County’s June 2026 real estate market report shows a supply-constrained market with closed sales up 11% year over year, inventory down 21.6%, and homes selling at 102% of original list price on average. See what the latest data means for pricing, buyer behavior, and the Bay Area’s ongoing AI wealth effect.
May 2026 Marin real estate market report infographic with key market stats for marin home sales
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Monthly Marin County Real Estate Market Report | May 2026

Marin County’s spring market gained momentum in April 2026, with home sales up 10% year over year, pending sales up 18.7%, and the median sold price rising to $1.55 million. Inventory tightened, months of supply fell to 1.9, and Bay Area AI-driven wealth continued to shape demand in higher-end real estate markets.
April 2026 Marin county real estate market report cover graphic indicating median sold price is up 2% while the number of homes for sale is down 5% vs the same month last year
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Monthly Marin County Real Estate Market Report | April 2026

Marin County’s spring market gained momentum in March 2026, with home sales up 11.1% year over year, pending sales up 9.2%, and the median sold price reaching $1.5 million. Inventory improved, but supply remains relatively tight. See what the latest Marin County real estate data says about pricing, buyer behavior, and the Bay Area’s growing AI wealth effect.
March 2026 Marin county real estate market report
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Monthly Marin County Real Estate Market Report | March 2026

Marin County home sales rose 26% in February 2026 while inventory fell 18%. See prices, days on market, and what it means for buyers and sellers.
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Marin Estate Sales | Advice & Tips On Emptying Your Home To Sell

Marin estate sales are a great way to empty a home to prepare it for sale. Read my tips on handling estate sales and cleaning out a home here.
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Best Home Improvements to Sell Your Home in Marin County

A Marin County guide to the best home improvements before selling, including curb appeal, paint, lighting, kitchen and bath refreshes, repairs, and staging.
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Marin Home Staging | Should You Stage Your Home?

Should you stage your home before selling? I break down the latest market data and share a few of my recent success stories to illustrate exactly how strategic design and preparation can help maximize a property's final sale price. I also cover when staging might not make sense.
February 2026 Marin county real estate market report graphic showing median sold price, number of homes for sale, days on market and months of supply metrics
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Marin County Real Estate Market Report February 2026

Marin’s real estate market is entering the spring season with notable momentum. With median prices up 10.7% year-over-year and a rise in pending sales, the data points toward a resilient market where strategic positioning and preparation remain the primary drivers of success for sellers.
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Finding Homeowners Insurance in Marin County in 2026

Until recently, it was fairly easy to obtain homeowners insurance in Marin County. That has changed with the recent devastating fires in the state, which have caused underwriters to take another look at their exposure to claims in California. Learn more about the changes here, and what you can do if your policy is cancelled.
January 2026 Marin County Market Report with red and green trend arrows: Median Sold Price $1.2M down 4.7%, 197 homes for sale down 7%, 68 days on market up 21%, 1.3 months supply down 7%, realtor info below.
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Marin County Real Estate Market Report January 2026

Welcome to the first Marin County market report of 2026. December closed with a median sold price of $1,215,000 (down 4.7% year-over-year), 197 homes for sale, 1.3 months of inventory, and 68 average days on market. I also share key takeaways from the Bay Area’s 2025 annual report and the latest national housing signals as we look ahead to 2026.
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Ten Most Expensive Homes Sold in Marin County in 2025

The 10 most expensive homes sold in Marin County in 2025 ranged from $11.5M to $15.7M, totaling $132.2M in closed sales. Browse photos, close dates, and key property details—plus a quick read on what these top-tier transactions suggest about the luxury market heading into the year ahead.
December 2025 Marin real estate report infographic with Christmas decorations shows median sold price $1.38M flat, 394 homes for sale up 10%, 47 days on market down 8%, and 2.1 months supply flat. Contact Thomas Henthorne for details.
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Marin County Real Estate Market Report December 2025

Marin County ended the year with a more balanced market: the median sold price held essentially flat year-over-year, while inventory remained higher, giving buyers more choice heading into 2026. With the Fed cutting rates and AI-driven venture capital continuing to flow into the Bay Area, the next cycle may bring renewed demand as financing conditions improve. In my own business, I also brought an off-market Mill Valley home into escrow for a seller client—proof that the right strategy (including Top Agent Network exposure) can matter as much as timing.
A graphic titled November 2025 Marin County Real Estate Market Report highlights key stats: median sold price $1.39M down 10%, 505 homes for sale up 7%, days on market at 50, and 2.3 months supply up 9%.
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Marin County Real Estate Market Report November 2025

The November 2025 Marin County Market Report shows higher inventory, steady demand, and a median price shift driven by changes in the mix of homes sold. Mortgage rates have eased and Bay Area tech activity continues to strengthen the buyer pool. Read the full report for detailed insights and recent sales.