San Bruno · Q1 2026 · Updated 2026-04-15

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

San Bruno Q1 2026 in 4 numbers

Median price

$1,250,000

$/sqft

$833

Days on market

14

YoY appreciation

+3.8%

Roger's read on San Bruno

The market right now.

Working-class roots becoming more polished. BART, SFO 5 minutes away, mid-century ranch architecture, walkable downtown on San Mateo Ave.

Insider note: Crestmoor + Rollingwood (above the freeway noise) are the best long-term holds. Pacific Heights of San Bruno is a real thing locals know about.

Who's buying here right now: SFO/Peninsula commuters, First-Peninsula buyers, Cash-flow investors.

What this market is NOT: Quiet. SFO flight paths are real. Some streets are noisier than others.

San Bruno Q1 2026 FAQ

What is the median home price in San Bruno right now?

As of Q1 2026, San Bruno median home price is $1,250,000, at $833/sqft.

How long are homes sitting on the market in San Bruno?

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

Is San Bruno 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 San Bruno?

San Bruno 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 San Bruno?

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 San Bruno price-per-sqft trend?

San Bruno is currently at $833/sqft. Crestmoor + Rollingwood (above the freeway noise) are the best long-term holds. Pacific Heights of San Bruno is a real thing locals know about.

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