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Agent Pronto analyzes transaction data, agent specialties, and client reviews to handpick the best agents in your area. Updated for August 2026. *
* Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.
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Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Canal real estate market. *
Apr 1, 2026 - Jun 30, 2026
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Apr 2026 - Jun 2026).
Year over year, Canal is seeing a sharp reset in pricing on a rolling three-month basis, with the typical home value down more than 40 percent. Median list prices have fallen even more, dropping over 50 percent from a year ago. At the same time, the share of homes selling above list has climbed by more than 16 percentage points, suggesting some listings are still attracting strong interest.
In the latest rolling three-month period ending in June 2026, typical home values are around $520,000, while the median list price sits lower at about $406,000. Homes are spending a median of 36 days on the market, noticeably faster than a year ago even as conditions have shifted. Inventory has inched up to 19 active listings, and months of supply has risen to about 6.3 months, indicating more options and slower turnover than in the broader San Rafael market, where supply is closer to two months.
Sales activity in Canal has been steady, with six homes sold in this recent three-month window, roughly in line with last year, even as pending sales are down sharply year over year. New listings have slipped compared with a year ago, yet are higher than just a few months back, helping keep choices available for buyers. Compared with the higher median sale price across San Rafael, Canal offers a more affordable entry point, though trends vary by property. In this kind of mixed market, both buyers and sellers can benefit from Agent Pronto’s help connecting with a local agent who understands these shifts in detail.
Canal neighborhood offers residents a vibrant, walkable community with convenient local shops, green spaces, and a welcoming, tight-knit vibe.
Canal in San Rafael feels distinct from nearby hillside neighborhoods, with its flat streets, waterfront access, and one of the most culturally diverse communities in the city. Many homes sit near the Canal waterfront, giving residents a close connection to the Bay and to everyday services concentrated along Bellam Boulevard and Francisco Boulevard East.
The neighborhood is known for its strong sense of local identity. Community hubs like the Canal Alliance and Pickleweed Park and Community Center support education, recreation, and cultural events. Families value walkability to schools such as San Pedro Elementary and easy access to Downtown San Rafael for dining, arts, and the SMART train. Nearby outdoor destinations, including China Camp State Park, appeal to hikers, cyclists, and weekend explorers.
Housing in Canal includes condos, multifamily buildings, and more modest single family homes, often at price points that feel more attainable compared with other Marin County areas. With ongoing infrastructure improvements and interest from first time buyers and investors, the market can move quickly and conditions shift by building and street.
Whether you are planning to buy into Canal’s evolving waterfront community or considering selling to capture current demand, timing and preparation are crucial. Agent Pronto can connect you with a knowledgeable local agent who understands Canal’s micro markets and can guide both buyers and sellers with confidence.
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