What is the median home price in Lafayette right now?
As of Q1 2026, Lafayette median home price is $2,100,000, at $875/sqft.
Lafayette · Q1 2026 · Updated 2026-04-15
Lafayette 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 Lafayette regularly. Numbers below reflect actual closed sales as of 2026-04-15.
Lafayette Q1 2026 in 4 numbers
Median price
$2,100,000
$/sqft
$875
Days on market
14
YoY appreciation
+3.8%
Roger's read on Lafayette
The market right now.
Mature suburban with rural-feeling lots. Acalanes High district is a real estate driver. BART direct to SF, Mt. Diablo views, Lafayette Reservoir trails.
Insider note: Happy Valley and Burton Valley are the Lafayette sweet spots. South of Pleasant Hill Rd. is more transactable; Reliez Valley is the value play within Lafayette.
Who's buying here right now: Top-school families, Move-up from Walnut Creek/Concord, Long-term hold (10+ years).
What this market is NOT: Inexpensive. The Acalanes school premium has held for 20+ years.
Lafayette Q1 2026 FAQ
How long are homes sitting on the market in Lafayette?
14 days on market on average. A correctly priced, well-prepped home often goes pending in 7-14 days.
Is Lafayette 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 Lafayette?
Lafayette median has held steady. With inventory up and DOM at 14, 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 Lafayette?
14 DOM means well-prepped homes are still moving. The market favors prepped + priced-right listings over price-high-and-wait strategies.
What's the Lafayette price-per-sqft trend?
Lafayette is currently at $875/sqft. Happy Valley and Burton Valley are the Lafayette sweet spots. South of Pleasant Hill Rd. is more transactable; Reliez Valley is the value play within Lafayette.
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