The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 94523 sells for about $956,667, or $591 per square foot.
Prices are roughly flat from a year ago (-1%), a market in balance. Homes take about 13 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,501 a month.
ZIP 94523 — Pleasant Hill
The 94523 housing market is highly competitive, characterized by low inventory and rapid sales velocity. While median prices have seen slight year-over-year fluctuations, the area remains a strong seller's market driven by high demand and limited supply.
This ZIP is well-suited for commuters seeking transit access, families looking for established suburban neighborhoods, and professionals working in the broader East Bay economy.
Median prices moved down 1.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 13 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 99.9% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.8% · poverty 7.4% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 94523, Contra Costa County, CA
The area is served by the Mount Diablo Unified School District, which provides a range of public educational options for local families.
The region faces standard California wildfire and seismic risks, with property insurance availability and premiums increasingly influenced by state-wide hazard mitigation requirements.
Pleasant Hill benefits from its proximity to major Bay Area employment hubs and ongoing transit-oriented development near the downtown corridor.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (California) — Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act Special Parcel Tax Assessment: Levies an annual direct, non-ad valorem special tax directly on the parcel's secured property tax bill to fund designated community infrastructure (e.g., roads, sewer facilities, school facilities, emergency services) and repay municipal debt bonds. State (California) — California Homeowners' Property Tax Exemption: Reduces the taxable assessed value of the qualifying owner-occupied principal residence by $7,000 against the county assessment roll, generating a direct tax savings of approximately $70 annually (computed as $7,000 × 1% base rate). State (California) — California Proposition 13 Ad Valorem Real Property Tax: Establishes a base ad valorem tax rate capped at 1.0% of assessed value plus voter-approved local indebtedness and direct assessments (typically resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.1% to 1.25%).
Residents have convenient access to the Pleasant Hill BART station, providing a direct transit link to San Francisco and Oakland, while major highways like I-680 facilitate regional commuting.
The area features extensive outdoor amenities including Pleasant Hill Park, the Iron Horse Regional Trail for cycling and walking, and proximity to Briones Regional Park.
The rental market remains tight with consistent demand, driven by the area's central location and proximity to regional employment centers.
The local economy is anchored by a mix of retail, professional services, and proximity to major corporate campuses in the surrounding Contra Costa County region.
The area is served by the Pleasant Hill BART station and is bisected by the I-680 corridor, providing critical infrastructure for regional connectivity.
Ongoing development focuses on mixed-use projects and densification near the downtown and transit hubs to support housing growth.
The Contra Costa County Assessor maintains property valuations based on Proposition 13 guidelines, ensuring predictable annual tax increases for long-term owners.
Parcels are subject to various special districts including the Mount Diablo Unified School District and local water and sanitation utility districts.
Property insurance markets in the area are currently experiencing upward pressure on premiums due to regional wildfire risk assessments.
Data sourced from US Census Bureau and local market reports.
A major regional multi-use trail providing extensive walking and cycling access.
A central community park offering sports facilities and recreational space.
A central hub for retail, dining, and entertainment venues.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.