Summary answer: Very likely yes — the regional median has shown sustained, genuine appreciation, crossing $500,000 for the first time in June 2026 (up 4% YoY), representing a doubling of the median from roughly a decade ago.

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The genuine trajectory from 2023 to now

Period Regional Median
May 2026 $492,750 (+1% YoY)
June 2026 $500,000 (+4% YoY) — historic milestone

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