Is Novato, CA a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Housing Market Conditions
Neutral
Market
Seller's
Market
Buyer's
Market
Difference Since August 2022
Since last year, Novato has remained a Seller's Market.
Key Takeaway
Novato is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.
Housing Prices
How much do homes in Novato, CA cost?
Median Sold Price
$1,009,000
$568/sqft
Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.
Difference Since August 2022
Key Takeaway
Homes in Novato have sold for 3.9% less than they did a year ago.
Summary: The median home sold price in Novato was $1,009,000 in August 2023, down 3.9% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $568.
Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Aug 2022 | Aug 2023 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $357.4K | $360K | +0.7% |
| 2 Bedrooms | $565.5K | $599K | +5.9% |
| 3 Bedrooms | $960K | $950K | -1.0% |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1.4M | $1.2M | -9.6% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | $1.5M | $1.6M | +5.4% |
Summary: Novato housing prices by bedroom type for August 2023 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 0.7%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 5.9%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 1%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 9.6%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 5.4%.
Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities
| Novato | $1.0M | $1.0M | -3.9% |
| Northwest Marin | $1.3M | $1.2M | -10.2% |
Housing Supply
How many homes are available in Novato, CA?
Number of Homes For Sale
| Jul 2023 | Aug 2023 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 146 | 147 | +0.7% |
Summary: The Novato real estate market had 147 homes for sale in August 2023, a 0.7% increase compared to July 2023.
Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Jul 2023 | Aug 2023 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | 2 | 1 | -50.0% |
| 2 Bedrooms | 27 | 29 | +7.4% |
| 3 Bedrooms | 57 | 56 | -1.8% |
| 4 Bedrooms | 49 | 48 | -2.0% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | 11 | 13 | +18.2% |
Summary: The Novato housing inventory by bedroom type for August 2023 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 50%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 7.4%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 1.8%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 2%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 18.2%.
Number of Homes Sold
| Jul 2023 | Aug 2023 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 43 | 43 | 0.0% |
Asking Price vs. Sold Price
19 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking
7 Homes Were Sold
At Asking
17 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking
Key Takeaway
If you're buying a home in Novato, you may be able to get a good deal. 44.2% of homes here sold below asking price last month.
Summary: A total of 43 homes were sold or pending in Novato in August 2023, the same as the previous month. Of the 43 sold homes, 44% were sold under asking, 16% were sold at asking, and 40% were sold over asking.
Days on Market
How long does it take to sell a home in Novato, CA?
Average Sale Time
| Aug 2022 | Aug 2023 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 51 Days | 7 Days | -86.3% |
Summary: Homes in Novato had an average of 7 days on market in Aug 2023, down by 86.3% compared to last year.
Breakdown of Home Sale Times
1 Home Was Sold
Under 30 Days
0 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days
0 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days
Key Takeaway
Many homes in Novato are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.
Summary: During August 2023, 43 homes were sold in Novato; 2% of homes were sold within 30 days, 0% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 0% of homes were sold over 90 days.
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