4-week rolling average · Data through May 4, 2026 · ZIP 90254
ZIP code 90254 is running hot with a market temperature score of 80 out of 100, and homes are selling in a median of just 23 days. The median sale price of $3,695,000 significantly exceeds the median list price of $2,499,000, signaling strong buyer competition and frequent above-asking transactions. At $1,377.52 per square foot, this market commands premium pricing across all property types.
| Beds | Sale Price | Rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1BR | $650K | $3K/mo |
| 2BR | $1.30M | $5K/mo |
| 3BR | $2.30M | $8K/mo |
| 4BR | $3.50M | $7K/mo |
| 5BR | $4.40M | — |
| 6BR | $6.10M | — |
| 8BR | $3.29M | — |
With homes selling well above list price, $3,695,000 versus $2,499,000 median, sellers are in a strong position to attract competitive offers. Limited active inventory of just 71 homes means your property faces less competition, and a 23-day median days on market suggests well-priced listings move quickly.
Buyers should be prepared to act fast and potentially offer above asking price, given that recent sales have averaged nearly $1.2 million over the median list price. With only 71 active listings available, options are limited and having financing fully secured before making offers is essential in this high-demand market.
The rent-to-price ratio in 90254 is quite compressed, with a median rent of $4,375 against a median sale price of $3,695,000, making traditional cash flow returns a challenge. However, strong appreciation pressure evidenced by sale prices consistently exceeding list prices suggests this market rewards long-term equity growth strategies over immediate rental income.
The current 30-year fixed mortgage rate of 6.3 percent adds substantial carrying costs on a $3,695,000 median priced home, making monthly payments a significant consideration for financed buyers. Buyers who qualify may want to explore the 15-year fixed option at 5.64 percent, which reduces the rate by 0.66 percentage points and can meaningfully lower total interest paid over the life of the loan.
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