San Mateo County
Redwood City Housing Market & Neighborhood Guide
The Peninsula's most improved downtown, strong value, and a rare mix of historic neighborhoods and new construction.
Median
$2.6M
Inventory
Active
Schools
8 / 10
Redwood City has transformed from an overlooked Peninsula city into a destination for buyers priced out of Menlo Park and Atherton. The downtown revival, Caltrain access, and newer developments on the east side have created durable demand across price points. Sellers who understand the sub-market differences — Mount Carmel, Farm Hills, Redwood Shores, and the central core — tend to outperform.
What sets it apart
- Mount Carmel and Farm Hills estates command premiums
- Downtown Redwood City dining, Caltrain, and entertainment corridor
- Strong value relative to neighboring Peninsula cities
Market note
Median sale price up 7.2% YoY. Average days on market: 18. Newer construction and downtown-adjacent inventory move fastest.
Market snapshot
Redwood City at a glance
- Approx. single-family median (2025–2026)
- $2.4M – $2.9M
- Approx. condo / townhome median
- $1.1M – $1.7M
- Typical days on market
- 14–24 days
- Primary commute corridors
- US-101, I-280, Caltrain (Redwood City station)
ZIP codes: 94061, 94062, 94063, 94065
Schools
Public schools serving Redwood City
Sequoia High School · 9–12
Sequoia Union High School District (SUHSD)
Woodside High School · 9–12
SUHSD — serves portions of Redwood City
Kennedy and McKinley Middle Schools · 6–8
Redwood City School District (RCSD)
Clifford, Roy Cloud, and other elementaries · K–5
RCSD and SUHSD — attendance is address-based
Frequently asked
About Redwood City real estate
What is the median home price in Redwood City?
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Single-family homes in Redwood City have generally sold in the $2.4M–$2.9M range in 2025–2026. Mount Carmel and Farm Hills trend higher; downtown-adjacent and eastern neighborhoods can trade below the citywide figure. Condos and townhomes typically range from $1.1M–$1.7M.
Which school district serves Redwood City?
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Redwood City School District serves K–8, and Sequoia Union High School District serves grades 9–12 through Sequoia and Woodside High Schools. Redwood Shores is served by Belmont-Redwood Shores School District and Carlmont High. Attendance is address-specific — verify before marketing or buying.
Is Redwood City a good value compared to Menlo Park?
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For many buyers, yes. Redwood City offers more space per dollar, newer inventory, and comparable Caltrain access to San Francisco and the South Bay. The trade-off is usually school perception and a different neighborhood feel, which is why sub-market selection matters.
Which Redwood City neighborhoods are most in demand?
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Mount Carmel and Farm Hills attract buyers wanting estate-style lots and top schools. Redwood Shores appeals to families wanting newer construction and water proximity. The downtown core attracts buyers prioritizing walkability and transit. Each has a different buyer and a different comparable set.
Market ranges reflect recent MLSListings and San Mateo County recorder data for 2025–2026 and are approximate. Redwood City includes distinct sub-markets — Mount Carmel, Farm Hills, Redwood Shores, and the downtown core — that behave independently. School boundaries are set by RCSD and SUHSD; verify per address. Equal Housing Opportunity.
Live listings
Homes for sale in Redwood City
Real-time MLS inventory, refreshed continuously. Save searches and request private tours. Also see our off-market & coming-soon inventory — several Redwood City-area homes never reach Zillow or Redfin.
Thinking of selling?
Redwood City home-selling strategy
This page is a community and market guide. If you own here, our guide to selling a home in Redwood City covers pricing strategy, preparation, local buyer demand, and marketing — or start with a Silicon Valley home valuation.
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