Ross Real Estate – mid-year 2026
Ross Overview
The Ross real estate market posted a strong first half of 2026, driven in part by increased buyer liquidity from the continued growth of AI related wealth. Strong demand for luxury homes resulted in more sales, higher prices, and increased activity at the upper end of the market.
Nineteen homes sold during the first half of 2026, up from 16 during the same period in 2025. The average sale price increased to $6,150,000, while the average price per square foot climbed to $1,649, reflecting a greater number of high-end transactions. The upper end of the market was particularly active, with seven homes selling above $6 million, including three sales over $10 million, compared to no sales above $10 million during the first half of 2025.
Market conditions remained competitive, with 53% of homes selling above their asking price, up from 46% during the second half of 2025. The average premium over asking also increased to 12%. However, buyers were slightly more selective, as the percentage of homes receiving multiple offers declined to 37%, and 58% of homes went into escrow within 15 days, down from 69% in the prior period.
Sales activity shifted toward the upper end of the market. The $4 million to $6 million price range recorded four sales, up from just one during the first half of 2025, while sales between $6 million and $10 million doubled from two to four. The emergence of three sales above $10 million further underscores renewed demand for Ross’s premier properties. Overall, the first half of 2026 demonstrated that Ross remains one of Marin County’s most desirable luxury markets, supported by limited inventory, exceptional homes, and sustained demand from affluent buyers.
