What is the median home price in Hayward right now?
As of Q1 2026, Hayward median home price is $880,000, at $568/sqft.
Hayward · Q1 2026 · Updated 2026-04-15
Hayward real estate market report, Q1 2026.
Updated by Roger Grubb, a 18-year Bay Area realtor (DRE #01845823, Security Pacific Real Estate) who transacts in Hayward regularly. Numbers below reflect actual closed sales as of 2026-04-15.
Hayward Q1 2026 in 4 numbers
Median price
$880,000
$/sqft
$568
Days on market
17
YoY appreciation
+3.8%
Roger's read on Hayward
The market right now.
Diverse, large East Bay city with 2 BART stations, CSU East Bay university, mix of historic and newer stock. Most affordable major East Bay city in 2026.
Insider note: Hayward Hills + Fairview have the views and the better catchments. Downtown is the bet on revitalization. Mt. Eden has the value.
Who's buying here right now: First-time buyers, BART commuters, Investors.
What this market is NOT: Top-tier public schools. Many families plan around private or charter alternatives.
Hayward Q1 2026 FAQ
How long are homes sitting on the market in Hayward?
17 days on market on average. A correctly priced, well-prepped home often goes pending in 7-14 days.
Is Hayward appreciating?
Year-over-year East Bay metro appreciation: +3.8%. Inventory is up +22% YoY across the metro, which has stabilized days-on-market.
Is now a good time to buy in Hayward?
Hayward median has held steady. With inventory up and DOM at 17, buyers have slightly more leverage than in 2024. Roger advises on the specific math for your situation.
Is now a good time to sell in Hayward?
17 DOM means well-prepped homes are still moving. The market favors prepped + priced-right listings over price-high-and-wait strategies.
What's the Hayward price-per-sqft trend?
Hayward is currently at $568/sqft. Hayward Hills + Fairview have the views and the better catchments. Downtown is the bet on revitalization. Mt. Eden has the value.
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