4-week rolling average · Data through March 18, 2026 · ZIP 90254
Hermosa Beach is running hot with a market temperature score of 87 out of 100, and homes are moving fast at a median of just 15 days on market. The median sale price of $2,499,000 actually sits slightly above the median list price of $2,485,000, signaling that buyers are competing and sellers are holding firm. With only 62 active listings and a price per square foot of $1,377.52, this coastal market remains both tight and premium.
| Beds | Sale Price | Rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1BR | $735K | $4K/mo |
| 2BR | $1.30M | $5K/mo |
| 3BR | $2.20M | $8K/mo |
| 4BR | $3.60M | $7K/mo |
| 5BR | $3.50M | — |
| 6BR | $5.00M | — |
| 8BR | $8.99M | — |
Conditions strongly favor sellers right now, with homes selling above list price at a median of $2,499,000 and spending only 15 days on market. Limited active inventory at just 62 homes means your competition is low and buyer demand is driving prices up.
Be prepared to move quickly in Hermosa Beach, where the median days on market is just 15 and the median sale price of $2,499,000 is already above the list price of $2,485,000. With only 62 active listings available, options are limited and hesitation could cost you your target home.
The gross rental yield in this market is modest given a median rent of $4,495 against a median sale price of $2,499,000, so investors should carefully evaluate cash flow expectations. However, the strong demand fundamentals, tight inventory of 62 homes for sale, and premium price per square foot of $1,377.52 suggest solid long term appreciation potential in this coastal location.
The current 30 year fixed mortgage rate of 6.11 percent adds significant carrying costs on a $2,499,000 median priced home, making financing strategy a critical consideration. Buyers who qualify may want to explore the 15 year fixed option at 5.5 percent to reduce total interest paid over the life of the loan.
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