South Los Altos, Los Altos Housing Market · 2026

Data through Aug 2026

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

South Los Altos, Los Altos Market Snapshot

South Los Altos still favors sellers, but the market is cooling. Here's where things stand:

Based on 11 homes sold in the 3 months ending August 2026. Includes all residential types (SFH, condo, townhouse, multi-family, and others). Enough to see the trend, but individual sales still move the median. Updated weekly.

Data through August 2026

SalesWhat are homes selling for?
Median Sale Price
$4.37M
▲ Up 17.4% from August 2025
Up $648K from August 2025
Homes Sold
11
Sold in the last 3 months. More sales = more reliable data.
Your CostWhat would you actually pay each month?
Monthly Payment
~$28,674/mo
7.28% · 30yr fixed · 20% down
Payment Breakdown
  • Principal & Interest$23,936
  • Property Tax$4,555
  • Insurance$183
CompetitionHow competitive is it right now?
Days on Market
8 days
· Same as August 2025
Homes sell in a week or two
Sale-to-List Ratio
102.9%
▼ Down from 103.8% in August 2025
Selling at or near asking price
% Sold Over Asking
54%
More than half of homes sold above their asking price
Active Listings
8
▲ Up 276.2% from August 2025
About 2 months of supply. Moderate selection available

Market Trends

See how prices, monthly costs, and mortgage rates have moved in South Los Altos.

Median Sale Price
Up 17.4% year-over-year in South Los Altos. Based on 11 sales in the last 3 months.
Homes Sold
8% fewer homes sold than a year ago in South Los Altos.
Total Monthly Payment
Estimated monthly cost is up 18% from a year ago in South Los Altos, 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.

Frequently asked questions about South Los Altos, Los Altos

Is now a good time to buy in South Los Altos, Los Altos?

South Los Altos, Los Altos still favors sellers, but conditions are slowly improving for buyers. Well-priced homes move fast, and there is slightly more room to negotiate than there was a year ago.

How do South Los Altos, Los Altos home prices compare to the Bay Area average?

At $4.37M, South Los Altos, Los Altos's median sits about 146% above the Bay Area average of $1.78M. South Los Altos, Los Altos is on the higher end of the regional market.

This is close to the Los Altos city-wide median of $4.50M.

How competitive is South Los Altos, Los Altos for buyers?

South Los Altos, Los Altos currently favors sellers:

  • Homes sell about 3% above asking on average
  • 54% close above list price
  • 8 days typical time to go pending

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 South Los Altos, Los Altos home?

At $4.37M with 20% down at 7.28%, your estimated total monthly cost is approximately $28,674:

  • $23,936 principal and interest
  • $4,555 property tax (California 1.25% effective rate)
  • $183 homeowners insurance

HOA fees are extra.

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Melanie Tan
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