Marin County Real Estate Market Report
July 2024

July 2024 Marin real estate market report graphic with key market stats

The Marin real estate market is continuing to strengthen as the shock of higher interest rates begins to wear off and the stock market continues to reach new all-time highs. In June, the median home price in Marin was up 10% to $1.98 million, as supply continued to climb, up 33% vs. the same time last year.

Some buyers who have been on the sidelines are returning to the market while others are taking a ”wait and see” approach according to this CBS Marketwatch article: “Mortgage rates are poised to come down, as the likelihood of a Federal Reserve rate cut grows amid signs that the U.S. economy could be slowing down. Meanwhile, political uncertainty… with the upcoming November presidential election and unease over the direction of monetary policy, mortgage rates and home prices — has also spooked some would-be home buyers.”

In my past experience the market takes a breather before presidential elections, however it does appear that the Marin market is bucking that trend. According to the Golden Gate Sotheby’s Bay Area Real Estate Market Report (below), the Bay Area, led by Marin, experienced volume growth in the last quarter: “The number of sales increased in every SF Bay Area county this quarter compared to last quarter, led by Marin County. Neighborhoods near major jobs centers in San Francisco, San Mateo and Santa Clara counties saw the largest increases in home buying.”

I also know in talking to stagers, inspectores and other Realtors, that there are quite a few new listings being prepped for the market for an August/September launch. 

I am working with a number of buyers at this time who are searching for their dream homes, and have several listings in the pipeline that will be coming soon. Continue reading below for more details.

Coming Soon!

I have a gorgeous vintage home with modern updates in the coveted Forbes neighborhood coming to the market in August. Stay tuned!

I also have a beautiful historic home on just over an acre located in the Winship Park neighborhood of San Anselmo that will be coming on the market in late August/Early December. 

I am also working on a great home in the Tam Valley area of Mill Valley which offers a great floor plan, a large back yard and views. This home will be coming on the market later in the Fall.

Price Improvement in Country Club

I just announced a price improvement for 378 Margarita Drive in San Rafael’s Country Club neighborhood last week. It is a spectacular Country Club gated estate offering complete privacy and stunning panoramic views, situated on two acres of very private land. Offered exclusively for $2,5695,000 – click here for more information.

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How Can I Help?

While the market is shifting, there are many opportunities out there for smart buyers and sellers. Let me help pave the road to success for you!

These market reports are a great place to start, but let’s continue the conversation. I am always happy to discuss the market and the best way to approach buying or selling a home in Marin County or the greater Bay Area. 

If you have any questions about the market or are considering your next real estate move, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Together, let’s make your real estate goals a reality. Call or text me anytime at 415-847-5584.

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From the Golden Gate Sotheby’s Bay Area Market Report…

SF BAY AREA REAL ESTATE MARKET SHOWS INCREASING STRENGTH

The housing market in the SF Bay Area strengthened during the second quarter and pricing approached record levels. The relatively strong economy continued to support demand for homes even asprices rose. The regional economy added almost 18,000 jobs year-to-date through mid-2024. Most of these new jobs were in outer SF Bay Area counties, particularly Solano and Sonoma counties. The unemployment rate remained in the low-4% range, which supported wage gains across the SF Bay Area.
The influx of international migrants into the SF Bay Area also backfilled some of the households that left the region in recent years and employers became increasingly adamant about return-to-office policies, both of which bolstered housing demand.

LOW INVENTORY TEMPERS SALES

The inventory of homes available remains a constraint on sales activity as potential buyers continue to face limited options in prime neighborhoods. Listings decreased slightly in June, a period in which they are typically stable yet active listings still stood at 6,400 homes at the end of the second quarter. This was 10% less than the recent peak in mid-2022 but significantly higher than last year. Active listings increased most rapidly in the East Bay counties while inventory in San Francisco tightened by more than 10%, the only county where this was the case. Highlighting the resilience of local housing demand, sales volume surged during the second quarter and would have increased even further if sufficient inventory were available.
Chart Sales Volume in the Bay Area by County Q22024 compared to Q22023
The number of sales increased in every SF Bay Area county this quarter compared to last quarter, led by Marin County. Neighborhoods near major jobs centers in San Francisco, San Mateo and Santa Clara counties saw the largest increases in home buying. Conversely, sales volume decreased in Solano County.

UPPER PRICE TIERS LEAD THE WAY

Sales within all price categories increased during the second quarter, with the largest increases in upper price tiers. The number of homes sold for $2.5 million or more doubled since last quarter to roughly 2,000 homes, the second-highest quarterly total on record. San Mateo and Santa Clara counties were the primary contributors to this increase, but a 170% increase in of the number of homes sold for $2.5 million or more in Contra Costa County also bolstered this figure.
Comparing to a year ago, sales greater than $2.5 million increased by 37%. By comparison, fewer homes sold for $1.25 million or less across the SF Bay Area when compared with last year. In Contra Costa and Sonoma counties where the bulk of these sales occurred, the number of sales below the $1.25 million threshold increased year-over-year.

MOST HOMES SELL OVER ASKING

Further highlighting the strength of demand across the region and price levels, as well as the limited number of homes available, nearly two-thirds of homes sold for more than the lis tprice during the second quarter. This was four percentage points greater than last year, and nearly ten percentage points greater than the recent historical average.

LOOKING AHEAD

The SF Bay Area housing market closed the springbuying season with strong momentum. Activity should remain elevated through the summer, though pricing may come off record highs in the coming months as seasonal patterns take hold. Overall, robust price growth and resilient buyer demand during the first half of the year put the market on strong footing for the second half of the year. Pent-up demand and strength of the SF BayArea economy should drive household formation and home buying activity. Recent macroeconomic developments point to the possibility of interest rate relief later this year, which could spur more buyers into the market if mortgage rates decrease.

Please click here to read the full report.

What My Clients Are Saying…

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378 Margarita Drive in San Rafael view of Mt. Tamalpais at sunset

Spectacular Country Club Gated Estate Offering Complete Privacy and Stunning Panoramic Views

Exclusively Offered for $2,595,000

Coming Soon

Gorgeous Remodeled Home in Forbes Neighborhood of San Rafael – Stay Tuned!

Beautiful Historic Home on Just Over an Acre in San Anselmo’s Winship Park Neighborhood!

Marin Real Estate Market Stats

Marin county home sales by city and town July 2024 Q2
Marin county real estate market trends chart July 2024

Marin County Real Estate Market Report Charts

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“For Sale” vs. Sold Home Prices vs. Median Home Prices

Marin county real estate market report July 2024 marin home prices chart

Marin Home Prices List Price vs. Sold

Marin county real estate market report July 2024 days on market chart

Marin County Months of Inventory Based on Closed Sales

Marin county real estate market report July 2024 months of inventory chart

Average Price Per Square Foot

Marin county real estate market report July 2024 marin county price per square foot chart

Marin County Number of Homes on the Market

Marin county real estate market report July 2024 number of homes for sale chart

I hope you have found my Marin County Real Estate Market Report informative. Please feel free to add your comments, questions or suggestions in the comments section below. If I may be of any assistance in helping you attain your real estate goals, please call or text me at 415-847-5584 and I will be in touch right away.

Would you like to see this data for your town only?

I am also excited to announce that my website now has new real estate market reports by town with more coming soon. Please check these out:

Belvedere Real Estate Market Report

Corte Madera Real Estate Market Report

Fairfax Real Estate Market Report

Kentfield Real Estate Market Report

Larkspur Real Estate Market Report

Mill Valley Real Estate Market Report

Novato Real Estate Market Report

San Anselmo Real Estate Market Report

San Rafael Real Estate Market Report

Tiburon Real Estate Market Report

These are all accessible from the “Market Reports” menu item here on my website at any time.

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About the Author

Thomas Henthorne is consistently top-ranked, award-winning real estate agent in Marin, helping people buy and sell homes for almost a decade. He writes the #1 real estate blog in Marin County and is a frequent speaker on panels at industry gatherings.

He may be reached at 415-847-5584.

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