Lamorinda Market Snapshot
As of 2026-05-22 — compiled from MLS data by Vlatka Bathgate, Coldwell Banker.
This page is updated on a regular cadence (typically monthly, more often during market shifts) so you can see current Lamorinda market direction at a glance. For deeper analysis, see our monthly market updates.
Snapshot Table
| Town | Median Single-Family Price | Active Listings | Median Days on Market | Trend Direction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette | $2.2M | 28 | 14 | Steady |
| Moraga | $1.9M | 16 | 17 | Steady |
| Orinda | $2.4M | 24 | 12 | Tightening |
Numbers reflect single-family residences. Condos and townhomes tracked separately.
What These Numbers Mean
- Median price — half of homes sold above, half below. A more honest signal than average in a market with a wide price range.
- Active listings — homes currently on the market (not in contract). Higher numbers = more buyer choice; lower numbers = sellers have leverage.
- Days on market — median time from list to accepted offer. Under 14 days indicates a hot market; over 30 days indicates a slower one.
- Trend direction — qualitative read on whether the local market is tightening (less inventory, faster sales), steady, or softening.
How to Read This Right Now
Lamorinda continues to perform as a resilient family market. Inventory remains tight by historical standards across all three towns, especially in desirable school boundaries. Orinda is the tightest of the three on days-on-market, reflecting commuter demand. Lafayette has the deepest inventory among the three but also the highest median price. Moraga remains the best value on a per-square-foot basis, mostly because of the missing BART station — a trade-off that suits many families.
Want Deeper Analysis?
- Monthly Market Updates → — Full monthly write-ups with charts, comps, and commentary.
- Real Estate Overview → — Buying and selling guidance for Lamorinda.
- Home Buyer’s Checklist → — Pre-approval, inspections, fire-zone notes.
- Seller’s Prep Guide → — Timing, prep, pricing, and marketing.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often is this snapshot updated? The snapshot is refreshed monthly, and during active market shifts it can be updated weekly. The “as of” date at the top of the page shows when the current numbers were posted.
Where do these numbers come from? Numbers are compiled from the MLS by Vlatka Bathgate, #1 Coldwell Banker Realtor in Orinda. Single-family residences only; condos and townhouses are tracked separately.
Why focus on median price instead of average? Median price is less skewed by a small number of very high or very low sales, which matters in a market like Lamorinda where individual home prices can range from roughly $1M to over $10M.