: While single-family homes often sell for 15% over asking price , condos in San Francisco have recently sold at a slight discount (roughly 97.7% of list price). 2. Strategic Neighborhoods

: Solano County remains the region's entry point with median values around $580,000 , though residents often trade lower prices for longer commutes to tech hubs.

: San Mateo ($2.25M), Santa Clara ($2.15M), and San Francisco ($2.15M) counties remain the most expensive.