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Hermosa Beach, CA Real Estate Market

4-week rolling average ยท Data through August 28, 2026 ยท ZIP 90254

$2.55M
Median Sale Price
$2.40M
Median List Price
43
Days on Market
Median Rent
$5K/mo
Median rental listing price
Rental Inventory
74
Active rental listings
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Key Market Insight

ZIP code 90254 is running warm at a 62 out of 100 on the market temperature scale, with homes selling above list price at a median sale price of $2,550,000 compared to a median list price of $2,399,000. The median days on market sits at 43 days, suggesting steady but not frantic demand. At $1,510 per square foot, this coastal market commands a significant price premium that reflects its desirability.

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30-Year Fixed Rate
6.7%

Market Activity

Active Inventory95
Price per Sq Ft$1510

By Bedroom

BedsSale PriceRent
1BR$699K$3K/mo
2BR$1.55M$5K/mo
3BR$2.25M$7K/mo
4BR$3.95Mโ€”
5BR$4.50Mโ€”
6BR$2.79Mโ€”
7BR$4.75Mโ€”
8BR$3.50Mโ€”
Market Temperature
Buyer's MarketBalancedSeller's Market
๐ŸŒก๏ธ Warm โ€” Slight Seller Advantage

What This Means For You

๐Ÿ Sellers

Sellers are in a favorable position as homes are closing above the median list price, with a $151,000 gap between list and sale price working in your favor. With only 95 active listings in inventory, competition among sellers remains manageable, giving well-priced homes a strong chance to attract serious buyers.

๐Ÿ”‘Buyers

Buyers should be prepared for above-asking-price negotiations, as the median sale price of $2,550,000 exceeds the median list price of $2,399,000 in this market. With a median of 43 days on market, you have a bit more breathing room than in a frenzy, but strong properties will still move quickly.

๐Ÿ“ˆInvestors

The rent-to-price ratio in 90254 presents a challenge for traditional cash flow investing, as a median rent of $4,500 per month against a median sale price of $2,550,000 reflects a very low gross yield. Investors focused on long-term appreciation in this coastal ZIP may find more opportunity than those seeking immediate rental income, particularly given the limited rental inventory of just 74 units.

๐ŸฆRates

The current 30-year fixed mortgage rate of 6.66% adds significant carrying costs on a $2,550,000 purchase, making financing strategy critical for buyers in this price range. Buyers who can qualify for the 15-year fixed at 5.98% would save on interest over time, though the higher monthly payment on a multi-million dollar loan demands careful financial planning.

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Data sources: Rentcast ยท Zillow ยท Federal Reserve (FRED)

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