Real Estate in Flux: Lamorinda's April 2025 Market Breakdown

Lamorinda Real Estate Update – April 2025

Even amid rising interest rates and increased inventory across the Bay Area, Lamorinda has held its position as a competitive and sought-after micro-market, signaling enduring confidence in the long-term value of real estate in this enclave.

Market Trends: April 2025

The Lamorinda real estate market in April 2025 showed mixed signals, with shifts in inventory, pricing, and buyer activity across Orinda, Lafayette, and Moraga. Here's a quick look at how the market performed compared to March.

New Listings: New listings declined in Orinda, dropping from 54 in March to 41 in April — a 24% decrease. Lafayette saw a modest 4% increase in new listings, rising from 47 to 49. Moraga experienced an 8% increase, with new listings ticking up from 25 to 27.

Average Days On Market: When it comes to market pace, the average days on market (DOM) shifted notably. Orinda homes sold slightly faster, with DOM decreasing by 11% from 27 to 24 days. Lafayette homes moved even more quickly, seeing a 35% reduction in DOM, from 26 to just 17 days. In contrast, Moraga saw a sharp 255% increase in DOM, jumping from 11 days in March to 39 in April — potentially indicating slower buyer activity or unique property factors.

Median Sales Price: Median sales prices moved dramatically across the region. Orinda saw a 7.2% decline in median price, dropping from $2,517,518 to $2,335,102. Lafayette surged with a 35% increase, climbing from $2,157,563 in March to $2,915,604 in April, indicating strong upward pressure on pricing. Meanwhile, Moraga experienced a significant 25.8% drop, with prices falling from $2,220,100 to $1,647,423.

Properties Sold: The number of properties sold also shifted notably. Orinda saw a 50% increase in sales, jumping from 18 in March to 27 in April. In contrast, Lafayette sales declined by 25%, dropping from 32 to 24. Moraga experienced a 30% increase, with homes sold rising from 10 to 13.

Conclusion:

In summary, April brought varied momentum to the Lamorinda market. While Orinda and Moraga saw increased sales activity, Lafayette stood out with a sharp rise in home prices but fewer transactions. With market conditions shifting differently across each city, local insight remains key for both buyers and sellers navigating this competitive landscape.

My Featured Listings:

• 15 Cascade Lane - A Rare Retreat in Orinda. Single-level Luxury on an unparalleled 1.3-Acre setting.

• 316 Village View – Step into a completely remodeled, single-level retreat in Orinda Woods - where style, comfort, and breathtaking views come together. From the sleek chef's kitchen to soaring ceilings and seamless indoor-outdoor flow, every detail is designed for effortless living.

• Coming Soon: A new listing in Moraga Country Club – stay tuned for details!

The market remains active, and I am thrilled to help clients achieve their real estate goals.

Buyer Needs: Matching Buyers with Homes

I have several active buyers currently searching for their perfect home:

• A Family in Glorietta: Seeking a larger home up to $4M. Prefers a two-story traditional style.
• A Young Couple: Looking for their forever home in Orinda or Lafayette, with a budget of up to $2.8M.

If you or someone you know is considering selling and has a home that fits these criteria, please reach out. It could be a great opportunity to connect a motivated buyer with the right home!

On a Personal Note,

Jon and I snuck away to Mexico for a quick Spring Break getaway. We have a home in Los Barriles, a small, laid-back town on the Gulf of California that’s become a special place for our family. A few of you have asked where we stay when we head to Mexico—this is the spot!

It wasn’t all sunshine and siestas—we had workers at the house all week building a wall to keep the cows out. Not exactly relaxing, but it still felt good to unplug for a bit and soak in the change of pace.