Belmont Housing Market · 2026

Data through Aug 2026

Data curated by Melanie Tan, 8 Blocks Real Estate · How this data works

Belmont Market Snapshot

Belmont favors sellers, but smart buyers can still win. Here's the picture:

Based on 61 homes sold in the 3 months ending August 2026. Includes all residential types (SFH, condo, townhouse, multi-family, and others). Updated weekly.

Data through August 2026

SalesWhat are homes selling for?
Median Sale Price
$2.20M
▼ Down 2.3% from August 2025
Down $52K from August 2025
Homes Sold
61
Sold in the last 3 months. More sales = more reliable data.
Your CostWhat would you actually pay each month?
Monthly Payment
~$14,508/mo
7.28% · 30yr fixed · 20% down
Payment Breakdown
  • Principal & Interest$12,034
  • Property Tax$2,290
  • Insurance$183
CompetitionHow competitive is it right now?
Days on Market
16 days
▲ 2 more days than in August 2025
Homes typically sell within a month
Sale-to-List Ratio
104.6%
▼ Down from 104.9% in August 2025
Selling 5% above asking
% Sold Over Asking
59%
More than half of homes sold above their asking price
Active Listings
37
▲ Up 133.6% from August 2025
About 1.9 months of supply. Very low, limited options for buyers

Market Trends

See how prices, monthly costs, and mortgage rates have moved in Belmont.

Median Sale Price
Down 2.3% year-over-year in Belmont. Based on 61 sales in the last 3 months.
Homes Sold
20% more homes sold than a year ago in Belmont.
Total Monthly Payment
Estimated monthly cost is down 1% from a year ago in Belmont, reflecting changes in both price and mortgage rates.

Includes principal, interest, estimated CA property tax (~1.25%), and estimated insurance (~$2,200/yr). HOA fees not included.

30-Year Fixed Mortgage Rate (National Avg.)
National average currently at 7.28%. Your actual rate depends on your credit, down payment, and loan type.

Belmont housing market trends, 2021–2026

October 2021 median
$2.15M
$7,382/mo at 3.1%
Peak (March 2025)
$2.55M
August 2026 median
$2.20M
$11,303/mo at 6.7%

The median sale price in Belmont is $2.20M — up 2% from $2.15M in October 2021. Over that stretch, the median peaked at $2.55M in March 2025 and bottomed at $1.72M in January 2024. That's right in line with the area's 5-year average of $2.18M. Each point is the median of a rolling 3-month window of closings, so the curve runs smoother than any single month; the multi-year direction is the signal.

What buyers actually pay has moved more than the sticker price suggests: a typical monthly payment (20% down, principal & interest) is about $11,303 today, up 53% from $7,382 in October 2021. Most of that increase comes from mortgage rates (3.1% then vs. 6.7% now), not prices — at October 2021 rates, today's median would run about $7,549/mo.

Seasonally, the three months ending in June have been the busiest stretch for closings in Belmont over the past 5 years (about 65 sales in that window on average, vs. 33 for the stretch ending in February). That's an average across just 5 observations per month, so treat it as a tendency, not a rule.

Frequently asked questions about Belmont

Is now a good time to buy in Belmont?

Belmont currently favors sellers. Homes sell near or above asking, and well-priced listings move quickly. Buyers who come in prepared with strong financing and realistic expectations tend to succeed.

How do Belmont home prices compare to the Bay Area average?

At $2.20M, Belmont's median is close to the Bay Area average of $1.78M.

By home type:

  • Single-family homes at $2.40M
  • Condos at $985K
  • Townhomes at $1.45M
What price range should I budget for in Belmont?

Prices in Belmont depend heavily on home type and specific neighborhood. Median sale prices by type:

  • Single-family homes at $2.40M
  • Condos at $985K
  • Townhomes at $1.45M

Individual listings vary widely based on location, size, and condition. The best calibration is to narrow to a few specific neighborhoods you are considering and look at recent sales there.

How competitive is Belmont for buyers?

Belmont currently favors sellers:

  • Homes sell about 5% above asking on average
  • 59% close above list price
  • 16 days typical time to go pending
  • 25% of listings have had a price reduction

Buyer strategy: well-priced homes still move quickly, but there is modest room for strong offers. Come in pre-approved with a clear plan.

What will my total monthly cost be on a median-priced Belmont home?

At $2.20M with 20% down at 7.28%, your estimated total monthly cost is approximately $14,508:

  • $12,034 principal and interest
  • $2,290 property tax (California 1.25% effective rate)
  • $183 homeowners insurance

HOA fees are extra. Condo buyers typically budget an additional $300 to $700 per month for HOA, and townhome HOAs run $200 to $500.

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Melanie Tan
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