Barstow Housing Market Report – July 2026
Here's a look at how the Barstow, CA real estate market performed in July 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 38
- Median Sale Price: $275,000
- Average Sale Price: $245,645
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $188
- Average Days on Market: 83
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 96.9%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to June, the median sale price in Barstow moved 22.2% up (from $225,000 to $275,000). The number of homes sold was 25.5% down compared to the prior month (51 vs. 38). Average days on market shifted 33.6% down (125 days to 83 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to July 2025, the median sale price is 14.6% up (from $240,000 to $275,000). Sales volume is 8.6% up year-over-year.
What This Means
Barstow's housing market is showing some interesting mixed signals this July. While median prices have jumped 22 percent month-over-month to $275,000, it's worth noting that sales volume dropped significantly—from 51 homes to 38. That price spike likely reflects a shift in the types of homes selling rather than a broader market surge, especially since the sale-to-list ratio of 96.9 percent suggests buyers still have negotiating power. The real encouraging sign is that homes are moving faster: average days on market dropped from 125 to 83 days, a substantial improvement that indicates genuine buyer interest despite the seasonal summer slowdown.
Year-over-year, the picture looks more stable and positive. Prices are up 14.6 percent and sales volume grew 8.6 percent, suggesting the market has found some footing compared to last summer. However, the glaring issue is inventory: nearly 460 active listings with a median asking price of $199,000 are sitting on the market for an average of 240 days. That disconnect between listed prices and actual sale prices, combined with the extended holding times, hints that sellers may be overpricing their homes. For buyers, this means continued negotiating leverage in Barstow's still-affordable but increasingly patient market.
Barstow Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92311 | 37 | $275,000 | $188 | 82 |
| 92398 | 1 | $9,000 | N/A | 107 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 27 | $285,000 | $202 |
| MOBILE | 3 | $82,000 | $55 |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 3 | $275,000 | N/A |
| OTHER | 3 | $150,000 | N/A |
| LAND | 2 | $19,500 | N/A |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| Under $100K | 5 |
| $100K - $199K | 6 |
| $200K - $299K | 16 |
| $300K - $399K | 9 |
| $400K - $499K | 2 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 459 active listings in Barstow with a median asking price of $199,000 and an average of 240 days on market.
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