What is the typical price range for Martinez CA homes?

Martinez home prices generally range from the upper-$400,000s for entry-level properties to the high-$800,000s and above for larger homes in the Alhambra Valley and hillside areas. The market offers strong relative value compared to Walnut Creek and Pleasant Hill, particularly for buyers who want historic character and waterfront proximity at a Contra Costa discount.

What makes Martinez unique among Contra Costa cities?

Martinez is the Contra Costa County seat — home to the county courthouse, historic downtown, and the John Muir National Historic Site. Amtrak Capitol Corridor service connects Martinez to Oakland and Sacramento. The combination of civic history, functioning downtown, and Carquinez Strait waterfront access gives Martinez a character distinctly different from newer Contra Costa suburbs.

Does Martinez have Amtrak or BART service?

Martinez has an Amtrak Capitol Corridor station with service to Oakland, Berkeley, and Sacramento. The city does not have direct BART service; the closest BART stations are in Concord and Pleasant Hill, each approximately 15 to 20 minutes by car.

What are the best neighborhoods in Martinez CA?

The historic downtown core features Victorian and Craftsman homes near the John Muir National Historic Site. The Alhambra Valley offers semi-rural character with larger lots east of the city center. Hillside neighborhoods provide bay and delta views. Each area attracts a distinct buyer profile based on walkability, space, or views.

How does Martinez compare to Concord or Pleasant Hill?

Martinez offers more historic architectural character and a functioning downtown than Concord or Pleasant Hill. Pricing is generally comparable to Concord and below Pleasant Hill for similar square footage. The trade-off is BART access — Concord and Pleasant Hill are closer to BART. Martinez buyers typically prioritize historic character, Amtrak access, and downtown walkability.

Martinez Real Estate | Martinez CA Homes For Sale and MLS

$1,000,000

↓ $100,000

2648 Reliez Valley Rd, Martinez

3 Beds 2 Baths 2,010 SqFt Residential MLS® # 41135032

Desiree Bilich Keller Williams Realty

$999,000

1180 Bear Creek Rd, Martinez

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 41140810

Peter Gillis DirtBrokers

$999,000

↓ $51,000

4050 Saint Marys St, Martinez

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,996 SqFt Residential MLS® # 41142637

Renee White Keller Williams Realty

$979,000

↑ $130,000

592 Ross, Martinez

5 Beds 3 Baths 2,316 SqFt Residential MLS® # 41133950

Mariah Bradford Dudum Real Estate Group

New Open House

$969,000

5685 White Mountain Ct, Martinez

4 Beds 2 Baths 1,656 SqFt Residential

Open House

Tue, Sep 22nd, 2026 @ 10:30am - 12:30pm

MLS® # 41148866

Laura Wucher Christie's Intl RE Sereno

$949,000

8 Lander Dr, Martinez

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,440 SqFt Residential MLS® # 41143947

Jessie Farr Cole Real Estate

$949,000

↓ $26,000

5456 Degnan Dr, Martinez

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,480 SqFt Residential MLS® # 41142043

John Kula RE/MAX Accord

$945,000

↓ $55,000

5412 Degnan Dr, Martinez

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,984 SqFt Residential MLS® # 41137467

Terrylynn Fisher Dudum Real Estate Group

New

$930,000

1441 Center Ave, Martinez

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,352 SqFt Residential MLS® # 41148201

Brysen Schumacher Compass

$920,000

2254 Center Ave, Martinez

5 Beds 3 Baths 2,142 SqFt Residential MLS® # 41144765

Lisa Lombardi Coldwell Banker

$899,900

↓ $20,000

280 Brady Street, Martinez

3 Beds 3 Baths 1,904 SqFt Residential MLS® # 41140535

Lupe Kemper Compass

$898,000

↓ $61,000

592 Ross Circle, Martinez

5 Beds 3 Baths 2,316 SqFt Residential MLS® # 41128416

Mariah Bradford Dudum Real Estate Group

$895,000

592 Ross, Martinez

5 Beds 3 Baths 2,316 SqFt Residential MLS® # 41133902

Mariah Bradford Dudum Real Estate Group

$895,000

119 Clear Creek Ct, Martinez

4 Beds 2 Baths 1,517 SqFt Residential MLS® # 41147937

Zuting Liu World Realty International

$895,000

↓ $54,000

1250 Rolling Hill Ct, Martinez

4 Beds 2 Baths 1,834 SqFt Residential MLS® # 41141662

Erin Mckeon Keller Williams Realty

$889,900

266 Brady Street, Martinez

3 Beds 3 Baths 1,904 SqFt Residential MLS® # 41145237

Sabrena Lawton Re/Max Crossroads

$875,000

↓ $20,000

104 Johnson Ln, Martinez

4 Beds 3 Baths 1,958 SqFt Residential MLS® # 41139463

Ken Carpoff BHHS Drysdale Properties

New

$875,000

414 Trailhead Way, Martinez

3 Beds 3 Baths 1,731 SqFt Residential MLS® # 41148398

April Largent Cole Real Estate

$865,000

4966 Bayleaf Ct, Martinez

3 Beds 3 Baths 1,816 SqFt Residential MLS® # 41145923

Peter Sabine RE/MAX Accord

$859,000

↓ $10,000

141-143 Gilbert Ct, Martinez

4 Beds 0 Baths 1,767 SqFt Residential Income MLS® # 41144086

Melinda Byrne Key Realty

New

$850,000

4893 Shadowfalls Dr, Martinez

4 Beds 2 Baths 1,476 SqFt Residential MLS® # 41147924

Rita Naman Compass

$849,900

2220 S Crest Ave, Martinez

4 Beds 0 Baths 1,970 SqFt Residential Income MLS® # 41124710

Mahyar Nooraei Luxe Realty Group

$849,000

2239 Southwest Ct, Martinez

3 Beds 3 Baths 1,602 SqFt Residential MLS® # 41148140

Parisa Samimi Real Brokerage Technologies

$849,000

327 Kingston Ave, Martinez

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,546 SqFt Residential MLS® # 41145708

Anthony Arsondi Keller Williams Tri-Valley