California City Housing Market Report – April 2026
Here's a look at how the California City, CA real estate market performed in April 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 24
- Median Sale Price: $250,000
- Average Sale Price: $212,621
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $179
- Average Days on Market: 111
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 95.4%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to March, the median sale price in California City moved 9.9% down (from $277,500 to $250,000). The number of homes sold was 47.8% down compared to the prior month (46 vs. 24). Average days on market shifted 22.0% up (91 days to 111 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to April 2025, the median sale price is 6.4% up (from $235,000 to $250,000). Sales volume is 36.8% down year-over-year.
What This Means
California City's real estate market is cooling noticeably as spring progresses into summer. April saw just 24 homes sell—down nearly 48 percent from March—suggesting buyer activity is weakening despite the typical seasonal uptick. The median price dropped almost 10 percent month-over-month to $250,000, though it's still up 6.4 percent year-over-year, indicating the market hasn't reversed course entirely. What's concerning is the jump in days on market from 91 to 111 days, signaling that homes are sitting longer before finding buyers.
The gap between asking and selling prices tells an interesting story. Properties are moving at 95.4 percent of list price, which is healthy, but the inventory pile-up suggests sellers may need to be more realistic with their initial asking prices. With over 1,000 active listings and the average property languishing on the market for 302 days, California City has shifted decidedly into a buyer's market. The sale-to-list ratio remains solid enough that homes aren't severely underwater, but the slowdown is real.
This cooling likely reflects broader pressures—interest rate uncertainty, summer moving season not materializing as expected, and strong inventory giving buyers options. For sellers, patience and competitive pricing will be key. Buyers should see this as an opportunity window before conditions potentially shift again.
California City Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93505 | 23 | $250,000 | $179 | 114 |
| 93503 | 1 | $10,000 | N/A | 38 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 15 | $290,000 | $181 |
| LAND | 7 | $12,500 | N/A |
| MOBILE | 1 | $138,000 | $120 |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 1 | $370,000 | $205 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| Under $100K | 7 |
| $100K - $199K | 1 |
| $200K - $299K | 9 |
| $300K - $399K | 6 |
| $400K - $499K | 1 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 1,080 active listings in California City with a median asking price of $16,000 and an average of 302 days on market.
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