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.

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.

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.

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.

Marin County’s housing market showed resilience in August 2025, even as inventory rose 24% year-over-year. The median sold price edged up 2% to $1.395M, with homes averaging 50 days on market. While buyers have more choices, well-prepared listings in prime neighborhoods continue to draw strong offers. Early signs of renewed AI and tech momentum in the Bay Area may add further strength to Marin’s market this fall.