Pleasanton · Q1 2026 · Updated 2026-04-15

Pleasanton 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 Pleasanton regularly. Numbers below reflect actual closed sales as of 2026-04-15.

Pleasanton Q1 2026 in 4 numbers

Median price

$2,050,000

$/sqft

$854

Days on market

13

YoY appreciation

+3.8%

Roger's read on Pleasanton

The market right now.

Suburban with a walkable historic downtown. Strong schools (Foothill, Amador Valley), Stoneridge Mall, broad mid-century-to-new-construction housing.

Insider note: Foothill HS catchment commands a 5-10% premium. Birdland and Vintage Hills are the school sweet spots.

Who's buying here right now: Tri-Valley families, Tech-commute hybrid workers, Move-up from Dublin/San Ramon.

What this market is NOT: BART-direct to SF. Tri-Valley is a longer commute.

Pleasanton Q1 2026 FAQ

What is the median home price in Pleasanton right now?

As of Q1 2026, Pleasanton median home price is $2,050,000, at $854/sqft.

How long are homes sitting on the market in Pleasanton?

13 days on market on average. A correctly priced, well-prepped home often goes pending in 7-14 days.

Is Pleasanton 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 Pleasanton?

Pleasanton median has held steady. With inventory up and DOM at 13, 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 Pleasanton?

13 DOM means well-prepped homes are still moving. The market favors prepped + priced-right listings over price-high-and-wait strategies.

What's the Pleasanton price-per-sqft trend?

Pleasanton is currently at $854/sqft. Foothill HS catchment commands a 5-10% premium. Birdland and Vintage Hills are the school sweet spots.

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