Union City: October 2026 Housing Market Update

Union City Market Snapshot

• Homes for Sale: 46 homes on the market
• Sold in September: 14 homes
• In Contract: 17 homes pending right now
• Months of Supply: About 3.5 months — compared to 1.5 months in Fremont
• Median Price: Around $1.4 million
• Median Days on Market: 39 days in September (Realtor.com)

More House for Your Money Than Fremont

A $1.4 million home in Union City gets you about 1,800 square feet. In Fremont, that same budget buys roughly 1,400 square feet. On top of that, buyers have more options here: 46 homes for sale with only 14 sold in September works out to about three and a half months of inventory, compared to just one and a half months in Fremont.

Prices Are Steady, But Negotiation Has Changed

More inventory doesn't necessarily mean prices are coming down. The median price is still around $1.4 million. What's changed is how buyers are negotiating. Last year, homes were selling roughly 2–5% above asking. In September, they sold right at asking or below.

People are still buying — there are 17 homes in contract in Union City right now. Buyers haven't disappeared; they're just being much more selective about what they're willing to pay. With mortgage rates around 7.5%, buyers really need to watch their monthly payments.

Big Changes Around the Union City BART Station

There's a pretty big development happening around the Union City BART station that homeowners should pay attention to. The city is building a new east entrance to the station, hopefully opening in March 2027. That will make it much easier for people living east of the tracks to access the station.

Lennar also has a new development coming nearby called Station East, with new townhomes and condos planned near the station. They're advertising homes with two to four bedrooms. With new state rules allowing more housing development around qualifying transit stations, that whole area could look very different over the next few years — definitely one to keep an eye on.

What This Means for Buyers & Sellers

For Buyers

Realtor.com shows Union City listings had a median of 39 days on market in September. If a property has been sitting for a while, don't be afraid to negotiate — you may even be able to get the seller to buy down your rate.

For Sellers

Be realistic. You're competing with other homes, and buyers are comparing everything — pricing, condition, floor plan, and presentation. You really want to get it right from day one.

The Bottom Line

Union City in one line: more house for your money than Fremont, more homes to choose from, and buyers who are negotiating harder. 46 homes for sale, 14 sold in September, 17 in contract, about 3.5 months of supply, and a median price holding around $1.4 million. Whether you're buying or selling, you need to understand what's happening in your specific neighborhood — not just the big picture. You have to really dig in.

If you're thinking about buying or selling in Union City, it's more crucial than ever to sit down with a professional and have a strategy in place. Reach out to us anytime, and we'll see you soon.

Homes for Sale in Union City