San Jose Housing Market Updates

<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2789" src="https://michelleelliottrealtor.com/files/2026/02/San-Jose-housing-market-update-.jpg" alt="" width="940" height="788" />Is now the right time to sell? Explore our monthly <b data-path-to-node="7,0" data-index-in-node="52">San Jose Housing market updates</b>, featuring deep dives and analysis of <b data-path-to-node="7,0" data-index-in-node="110">San Jose real estate trends</b>, interest rate impacts, and expert advice for navigating one of the nation's most competitive housing markets. Get the latest information about the housing markets in the neighborhoods of Willow Glen, Downtown San Jose, Almaden, Cambrian, Japantown, and more.

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San Jose Housing Market Update July 2026

Is the San Jose Housing Market Cooling Down? What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know Quick Summary San Jose home prices are holding steady at $1.46M, largely flat year-over-year List prices dropped 5% year-over-year, and price cuts are up 18% since last year Inventory remains tight, with most homes still selling in under 60 […]
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Why Is Silicon Valley So Expensive?

If you’ve ever looked at home prices in Silicon Valley and wondered, “How can anyone afford this?”—you’re definitely not alone. It’s a question I hear all the time from both local buyers and people relocating to the area. The truth is, there isn’t just one reason homes are so expensive. It’s a combination of factors […]
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Will San Jose Home Prices Drop in 2026?

It’s one of the biggest questions I’m hearing from buyers and sellers right now: “Are San Jose home prices going to drop?” The honest answer is…it’s complicated. If you’ve been following the headlines, you’ve probably seen mixed messages. Some reports suggest prices are softening, while others show home values continuing to rise. The truth is, […]
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Is San Jose a Buyer’s Market in 2026?

It’s one of the questions I hear most often from clients: “Is San Jose finally becoming a buyer’s market?” The short answer is not quite—but buyers definitely have more opportunities than they did a year or two ago. After several years of intense competition, lightning-fast sales, and multiple-offer bidding wars, the market is beginning to […]

Community San Jose Housing Market Update July 2026 Is the San Jose Housing Market Cooling Down? What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know Quick Summary San Jose home prices are holding steady at $1.46M, largely flat year-over-year List prices dropped 5% year-over-year, and price cuts are up 18% since last year Inventory remains tight, with most homes still selling in under 60 […]

San Jose Housing Market Updates Why Is Silicon Valley So Expensive? If you’ve ever looked at home prices in Silicon Valley and wondered, “How can anyone afford this?”—you’re definitely not alone. It’s a question I hear all the time from both local buyers and people relocating to the area. The truth is, there isn’t just one reason homes are so expensive. It’s a combination of factors […]

San Jose Housing Market Updates Will San Jose Home Prices Drop in 2026? It’s one of the biggest questions I’m hearing from buyers and sellers right now: “Are San Jose home prices going to drop?” The honest answer is…it’s complicated. If you’ve been following the headlines, you’ve probably seen mixed messages. Some reports suggest prices are softening, while others show home values continuing to rise. The truth is, […]

San Jose Housing Market Updates Is San Jose a Buyer’s Market in 2026? It’s one of the questions I hear most often from clients: “Is San Jose finally becoming a buyer’s market?” The short answer is not quite—but buyers definitely have more opportunities than they did a year or two ago. After several years of intense competition, lightning-fast sales, and multiple-offer bidding wars, the market is beginning to […]

San Jose Housing Market Updates 2027 San Jose Housing Market Forecast: What Buyers and Sellers Can Expect If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home in San Jose, California – you’ve probably asked yourself the same question everyone else is asking: Should I make my move now, or wait? The truth is, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Every situation is different. But based on where the market stands today, 2027 is shaping […]

Blossom Valley From Fall Slowdown to Spring Momentum: A Look at the 95136 Market The real estate market is always evolving, and the changes we’ve seen in San Jose’s 95136 zip code over the past seven months are a great example of how quickly conditions can shift. Looking back at October 2025 and comparing it to May 2026, the market tells an interesting story of changing buyer behavior, shifting […]

Blossom Valley Spring Momentum Continues in 95136: A May 2026 Market Update The spring market remained active in San Jose’s 95136 zip code, but May brought a few subtle shifts that are worth paying attention to. While buyer demand remained strong and homes continued to sell quickly, the market showed signs of settling into a slightly more balanced pace compared to the fast-moving conditions we saw earlier […]

Neighborhoods Why 95124 Continues to Be One of San Jose’s Strongest Markets The 95124 real estate market has seen plenty of movement over the past eight months. From the slower pace of late fall and winter to the strong momentum we’ve experienced this spring, the market has continued to demonstrate why this area remains one of the most desirable places to live in San Jose. One of […]

Neighborhoods Spring Momentum Continues in 95124: A May 2026 Market Update The spring market continues to show strength in San Jose’s 95124 zip code, with home values holding steady and buyer demand remaining strong. While the market is still moving at a healthy pace, May brought a few subtle changes that are worth noting for both buyers and sellers. One of the biggest takeaways from the […]

Rose Garden Riding the Real Estate Rollercoaster: A 7-Month Market Evolution in ZIP 95126 Rose Garden Real Estate Market Update: A Look Back at the Last Seven Months The Rose Garden real estate market (ZIP 95126) has experienced quite a journey over the past seven months. As we’ve moved from the slower pace of late 2025 into the busy spring market of 2026, we’ve seen significant changes in buyer […]

San Jose Housing Market Updates Rose Garden Real Estate Market Update: What Changed from April to May 2026? The spring market continued to keep things interesting in San Jose’s Rose Garden neighborhood (ZIP 95126), with May bringing a few notable shifts compared to April. While home values, buyer activity, and competition all remained strong, the market showed signs of settling into a more balanced rhythm as we head into summer. One of the […]

Japantown, San Jose Buyers Got Breathing Room, Sellers Kept the Edge: Japantown’s Latest Market Story More Homes, More Opportunity: What Changed in Japantown’s Real Estate Market from April to May 2026? If you’ve been following the Japantown (95112) real estate market this spring, you may have noticed something interesting: while April felt like a full-blown sprint, May brought a slightly different pace. But don’t mistake that shift for a slowdown. […]

Downtown San Jose 🏡 From Buyer’s Market to Bidding Wars: The 6-Month Transformation of Japantown Real Estate Japantown Real Estate Market Update: What the Last Six Months Mean for Buyers and Sellers The real estate market in Japantown (95112) has experienced quite a journey over the past six months. From a slower market at the end of 2025 to an intensely competitive spring season in 2026, buyers and sellers have seen conditions […]

Community The Luxury Market Isn’t Just Resilient. It’s Becoming a Legacy Asset. Luxury real estate has never followed a simple cycle. It responds to wealth creation, generational shifts, geopolitical uncertainty, and deeply personal decisions about where, and how, people want to live. Earlier this year, Coldwell Banker released their Global Luxury 2026 Trend Report and one thing was clear: even as broader market conditions continue to evolve, […]

Home Buying What Are Mortgage Rates Currently in San Jose? Mortgage rates are one of the most important factors affecting your home buying power in San Jose’s expensive real estate market. Even a small difference in interest rates can mean thousands of dollars per year and hundreds of thousands over the life of your loan. What Are Mortgage Rates Currently in San Jose? Your Willow […]

Neighborhoods Eichlers, Victorians, and Bungalows: A Guide to Willow Glen Architecture Eichler’s, Spanish Revival, and Victorian bungalows: a guide to Willow Glen architecture A guide to Willow Glen architecture. Many San Jose neighborhoods were built in the 1970’s and 1980s, but Willow Glen homes are older Drive 10 minutes in any directions San Jose, you’ll likely track homes from the 1970s and 80s, ranch houses, but […]

Home Buying San Jose Real Estate Newsletter by Michelle Elliott Realtor San Jose Real Estate Newsletter The unfiltered truth about the San Jose market, delivered weekly. About the Author With over 20 years of experience navigating the fast-paced Silicon Valley market, I provide a strategic, results-driven approach to residential real estate. My career is built on a foundation of deep local expertise and a relentless commitment […]

Home Buying Why Do I Need to Get Pre-Approved Before Looking at Homes? If you’re starting your home search in San Jose, you’ll quickly hear this advice: get pre-approved first. While it might seem like an extra step when you’re eager to start touring properties, mortgage pre-approval is arguably the most important thing you can do before beginning your home search. What Is Pre-Approval? Pre-approval is a thorough […]

Home Buying Michelle Elliott Featured on KTVU to Discuss the 2026 San Jose Housing Market Navigating the 2026 San Jose Housing Market: Expert Insights from Michelle Elliott As we move through 2026, the San Jose housing market is undergoing a significant “Housing Reset.” While the frantic bidding wars of the early 2020s have stabilized, Silicon Valley remains one of the most competitive landscapes in the nation. To navigate this, buyers […]

San Jose Housing Market Updates San Jose is officially ranked as the #5 hottest housing market for 2026! 🚀 🚨 SAN JOSE MARKET ALERT 🚨The latest Zillow data is in, and San Jose has secured its spot as the #5 Hottest Housing Market in the Nation for 2026. 🏠✨ ⚡️ With a median entry price of $1.6M, many are wondering: Is the Silicon Valley dream still attainable? 👀 Let’s find out! WATCH my real […]