The Willows, Menlo Park Housing Market · 2026

Data through Aug 2026

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

The Willows, Menlo Park Market Snapshot

The Willows is a balanced market, but competition has been picking up. Here's where things stand:

Based on 6 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
$3.92M
▲ Up 32.9% from August 2025
Up $970K from August 2025
Homes Sold
6
Sold in the last 3 months. More sales = more reliable data.
Your CostWhat would you actually pay each month?
Monthly Payment
~$25,744/mo
7.28% · 30yr fixed · 20% down
Payment Breakdown
  • Principal & Interest$21,474
  • Property Tax$4,087
  • Insurance$183
CompetitionHow competitive is it right now?
Days on Market
14 days
▼ 2 fewer days than in August 2025
Homes sell in a week or two
Sale-to-List Ratio
103.0%
▲ Up from 100.0% in August 2025
Selling 3% above asking
% Sold Over Asking
50%
50% of homes sold above asking, some competition
Active Listings
n/a

Market Trends

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

Median Sale Price
Up 32.9% year-over-year in The Willows. Based on 6 sales in the last 3 months.
Homes Sold
25% fewer homes sold than a year ago in The Willows.
Total Monthly Payment
Estimated monthly cost is up 34% from a year ago in The Willows, 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 The Willows, Menlo Park

Is now a good time to buy in The Willows, Menlo Park?

The Willows, Menlo Park is balanced but competition is picking up. It remains a reasonable environment for buyers, though acting decisively on well-priced homes is becoming more important.

How do The Willows, Menlo Park home prices compare to the Bay Area average?

At $3.92M, The Willows, Menlo Park's median sits about 121% above the Bay Area average of $1.78M. The Willows, Menlo Park is on the higher end of the regional market.

Within Menlo Park, this area trades about 37% above the city-wide median of $2.87M.

How competitive is The Willows, Menlo Park for buyers?

The Willows, Menlo Park is a balanced market where neither side dominates:

  • Homes sell about 3% above asking on average
  • 50% close above list price
  • 14 days typical time to go pending

Buyer strategy: contingencies are more accepted, and there is time to tour and negotiate without extreme pressure.

What will my total monthly cost be on a median-priced The Willows, Menlo Park home?

At $3.92M with 20% down at 7.28%, your estimated total monthly cost is approximately $25,744:

  • $21,474 principal and interest
  • $4,087 property tax (California 1.25% effective rate)
  • $183 homeowners insurance

HOA fees are extra.

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Melanie Tan
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