Is Redwood City, CA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Redwood City is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since May 2023

Since last year, Redwood City has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Redwood City is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.

Housing Prices in Redwood City, CA

How much do homes in Redwood City, CA cost?

Median Sold Price

$1,837,312

$1,084/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since May 2023

+$82,312(+4.7%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Redwood City have sold for 4.7% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Redwood City was $1,837,312 in May 2024, up 4.7% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $1,084.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSMay 2023May 2024CHANGE
1 $737.5K$735K
-0.3%
2 $1.1M$1.2M
+7.4%
3 $1.7M$1.8M
+5.8%
4 $2.4M$2.4M
+1.7%
5+ $2.8M$3.1M
+8.8%

Summary: Redwood City housing prices by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 0.3%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 7.4%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 5.8%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 1.7%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 8.8%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Belmont
+5.8%
Redwood City
+4.7%
San Carlos
+2.1%
Atherton
0.5%
Woodside
-4.6%

Housing Supply in Redwood City, CA

How many homes are available in Redwood City, CA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Apr 2024May 2024CHANGE
147165+12.2%

Summary: The Redwood City real estate market had 165 homes for sale in May 2024, a 12.2% increase compared to April 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSApr 2024May 2024CHANGE
1 46
+50.0%
2 3835
-7.9%
3 5763
+10.5%
4 3135
+12.9%
5+ 1726
+52.9%

Summary: The Redwood City housing inventory by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 50%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 7.9%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 10.5%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 12.9%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 52.9%.

Number of Homes Sold

Apr 2024May 2024CHANGE
6350-20.6%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

14 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

3 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

31 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Redwood City, you could pay more than the asking price. 64.6% of homes here sold above asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 50 homes were sold or pending in Redwood City in May 2024, down by 20.6% month-over-month. Of the 48 sold homes, 29% were sold under asking, 6% were sold at asking, and 65% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Redwood City, CA

How long does it take to sell a home in Redwood City, CA?

Average Sale Time

May 2023May 2024CHANGE
17 Days20 Days+17.3%

Summary: Homes in Redwood City had an average of 20 days on market in May 2024, up by 17.3% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

40 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

7 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

3 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in Redwood City are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During May 2024, 50 homes were sold in Redwood City; 80% of homes were sold within 30 days, 14% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 6% of homes were sold over 90 days.

Housing Market Reports are calculated by Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on information from the MLS.

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