January 2026 Southern California Real Estate Market Snapshot

Dated: January 26 2026

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January 2026 Southern California Real Estate Market Snapshot


Stay informed on the latest trends for Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, and Riverside Counties. This newsletter is designed to give homeowners, prospective buyers, and sellers valuable insights for smarter real estate decisions.

Note: All links are dynamic and update automatically to provide the latest market reports.


Los Angeles County, CA

Single Family Homes – View Full Report

  • Months Supply: 2.26 (-23% MoM, -12% YoY)
  • Median Sold Price: $945,000 (-3% MoM)
  • Sold-to-List Ratio: 100.7% (+1% MoM)
  • Median Days on Market: 27 (+8% MoM)
  • New/Active/Pending Listings: 2,529 / 7,124 / 2,353

Condo / Townhouse – View Full Report

  • Months Supply: 3.45 (-20% MoM, +13% YoY)
  • Median Sold Price: $666,000 (-2% MoM)
  • Sold-to-List Ratio: 98.66%
  • Median Days on Market: 38 (+9% MoM)
  • New/Active/Pending Listings: 969 / 3,614 / 775

Pro Tips:

  • For Buyers: Low inventory means acting quickly; pre-approval is essential.
  • For Sellers: Homes are selling above list price on average; now is a strong time to list.

Orange County, CA

Single Family Homes – View Full Report

  • Months Supply: 1.49 (-28% MoM, -19% YoY)
  • Median Sold Price: $1,350,000 (-1% MoM)
  • Sold-to-List Ratio: 99.65% (+1% MoM)
  • Median Days on Market: 22 (-4% MoM)
  • New/Active/Pending Listings: 788 / 1,680 / 782

Condo / Townhouse – View Full Report

  • Months Supply: 2.02 (-24% MoM, +6% YoY)
  • Median Sold Price: $779,500 (-8% MoM)
  • Sold-to-List Ratio: 98.64%
  • Median Days on Market: 35 (+30% MoM)
  • New/Active/Pending Listings: 410 / 1,205 / 423

Pro Tips:

  • For Buyers: Competitive market; look at off-market and upcoming listings.
  • For Sellers: Low inventory means a strategic sale could maximize results.

San Bernardino County, CA

Single Family Homes – View Full Report

  • Months Supply: 3.33 (-17% MoM, -11% YoY)
  • Median Sold Price: $545,000 (-1% MoM)
  • Sold-to-List Ratio: 98.68%
  • Median Days on Market: 37
  • New/Active/Pending Listings: 1,255 / 4,724 / 1,186

Condo / Townhouse – View Full Report

  • Months Supply: 2.87 (-14% MoM, +4% YoY)
  • Median Sold Price: $539,437 (-2% MoM)
  • Sold-to-List Ratio: 98.81%
  • Median Days on Market: 46 (+39% MoM)
  • New/Active/Pending Listings: 153 / 477 / 138

Pro Tips:

  • For Buyers: Moderate supply offers negotiation room; act on new listings quickly.
  • For Sellers: Coordinate timing to take advantage of market trends and lower inventory periods.

Riverside County, CA

Single Family Homes – View Full Report

  • Months Supply: 2.99 (-15% MoM, -14% YoY)
  • Median Sold Price: $620,000 (-2% MoM)
  • Sold-to-List Ratio: 99.04%
  • Median Days on Market: 38 (+3% MoM)
  • New/Active/Pending Listings: 1,711 / 5,603 / 1,507

Condo / Townhouse – View Full Report

  • Months Supply: 4.88 (-8% MoM, +8% YoY)
  • Median Sold Price: $512,156 (+6% MoM)
  • Sold-to-List Ratio: 97.82%
  • Median Days on Market: 45 (+7% MoM)
  • New/Active/Pending Listings: 414 / 1,560 / 299

Pro Tips:

  • For Buyers: Longer market times in condos can present negotiation opportunities.
  • For Sellers: Rising prices make it a good time to list; monitor inventory levels carefully.

Helpful Takeaway:

Across Southern California, low inventory continues to create competitive buying conditions, while strategic timing can help sellers maximize results. Being informed and working with experienced guidance is key.

For expert insights or personalized guidance, contact:
SHASHA TRUONG & TERRI NGUYEN REALTY GROUP, eXp Realty
Realtors | Helping home buyers & sellers in SoCal for over 27 years | DRE#01253561 & DRE#01449810
📞 Call/Text: 626-893-9617 | 626-315-0025
📧 Email: shasharealtor@gmail.com | terrirealtor@gmail.com
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