4-week rolling average · Data through March 4, 2026 · ZIP 90046
The 90046 zip code in Los Angeles presents a striking gap between the median list price of $1,675,000 and the median sale price of $2,695,000, indicating that upper-tier properties are consistently closing well above their initial asking prices. With 376 active listings and a median days on market of 43, inventory is present but demand for premium homes remains selective and strong. The market temperature score of 62 reflects a warm environment where buyer activity is concentrated at the higher price tiers.
| Beds | Sale Price | Rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1BR | $519K | $2K/mo |
| 2BR | $968K | $4K/mo |
| 3BR | $1.90M | $7K/mo |
| 4BR | $3.17M | $10K/mo |
| 5BR | $3.80M | — |
| 6BR | $3.00M | $8K/mo |
| 7BR | $2.10M | — |
| 8BR | $2.77M | — |
Sellers of larger homes are in a favorable position, as 4-bedroom properties are selling at a median of $3,175,000 and 5-bedroom homes at $3,800,000, reflecting robust demand at the top of the market. The median sale price of $2,695,000 running significantly above the median list price of $1,675,000 suggests that strategic pricing can attract competitive interest and push final sale prices higher.
Buyers in 90046 should be prepared for sale prices that run substantially above list price, as the median sale price of $2,695,000 far exceeds the median list price of $1,675,000. More accessible entry points do exist, with studios selling at a median of $380,000 and 1-bedroom homes at $519,000, offering lower-cost options within this otherwise premium market.
The rental market in 90046 shows meaningful depth with 650 rental units available and a median rent of $2,750, though the rent spread by bedroom is wide, ranging from $1,950 for studios up to $9,500 for 4-bedrooms. At a median price per square foot of $988.78 and purchase prices starting at $380,000 for studios, investors should carefully model cash flow, as high acquisition costs relative to rents may compress yields significantly.
The current 30-year mortgage rate of 5.98% and 15-year rate of 5.44% add substantial carrying costs on top of already elevated purchase prices in 90046. On a median sale price of $2,695,000, even small differences between loan products can translate to thousands of dollars per month, making rate shopping and financing strategy especially critical in this market.
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