More homes came to market in August, giving Marin County buyers more choice. But with inventory still tight and well-positioned homes moving quickly, the market continues to favor sellers.
Here's a look at how the Marin County single-family home market performed in August 2026, and what it means if you're thinking about buying, selling, or simply staying informed.
Market Mood: A Seller's Market, With More Choice Arriving
According to Realtors Property Resource (RPR), Marin remained a seller's market in August. Homes sold for 102.5% of list price, and the county had just 2.02 months of inventory.
But the bigger story this month is supply.
Inventory Showed Up
224 new single-family listings came to...
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From our friends at the kcm blog
If buying a home is on your radar, you’ve probably been keeping an eye on mortgage rates and home prices. But don’t forget about homeowners insurance.
Homeowners insurance has always been part of owning a home. But over the past few years, it’s become a larger expense for many homeowners – something that’s especially frustrating when affordability already feels tight.
The good news? While premiums are still rising, the latest data shows those increases are beginning to slow. Here’s what buyers should know.
Home Insurance Costs Have Gone Up
You’ve probably heard stories from friends or family about their premiums going up. And that’s not really a surprise when...
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From our friends at the kcm blog
Remember how exciting it was to buy your first place? It felt like crossing a long-awaited finish line. It gave you a place to build your life. Maybe it’s where you lived when you got married. Or where you welcomed a child or a pet into the family.
But that was just the beginning.
For most people, your first house was never meant to be your forever home. It’s a stepping stone for what comes next.
And if your life looks different today than it did when you got the keys, you’re not stuck. Moving may be more realistic than you think.
Starter Home Inventory...
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How do I list my parents' home for sale online? Confirm legal authority, gather key docs, and choose the right platform — Zillow, flat-fee MLS, or agent....
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If you’ve been thinking about selling, you’ve probably seen plenty of headlines suggesting buyers have just about disappeared. But there’s a big difference between a slow market and a stalled one.
Yes, mortgage rates are still higher than most people would like. Homes aren’t selling as fast as they were. And every week seems to bring another headline about buyers sitting on the sidelines. But here’s what you haven’t heard.
Despite everything going on, buyer demand has been remarkably resilient.
In fact, more sellers are getting to put up the “pending sale” sign now than during the last two years. What’s even more surprising is...
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