Compton Housing Market Report – April 2026
Here's a look at how the Compton, CA real estate market performed in April 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 33
- Median Sale Price: $610,000
- Average Sale Price: $614,675
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $558
- Average Days on Market: 95
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 94.4%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to March, the median sale price in Compton moved 0.8% down (from $615,000 to $610,000). The number of homes sold was 15.4% down compared to the prior month (39 vs. 33). Average days on market shifted 25.0% up (76 days to 95 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to April 2025, the median sale price is 4.5% down (from $638,500 to $610,000). Sales volume is 36.5% down year-over-year.
What This Means
Compton's housing market is cooling noticeably as we move into late spring. Sales volume dropped 15 percent month-over-month and a significant 36 percent year-over-year, suggesting buyers are becoming more selective or waiting on the sidelines. The median price of $610,000 has inched down 0.8 percent from March and is off 4.5 percent annually, indicating that the supply-demand balance is shifting in buyers' favor after months of inventory pressure.
What's concerning for sellers is the jump in days on market from 76 to 95 days in just one month. Homes are lingering 25 percent longer, which typically signals weakening buyer demand or overpriced listings. The 163 active listings with a median asking price of $659,000 suggests sellers haven't fully adjusted expectations yet, though the 94.4 percent sale-to-list ratio shows many are eventually accepting discounts.
The real story here is patience becoming a buyer's advantage. With more inventory, longer selling times, and slight price softening, Compton is moving away from the competitive, fast-paced environment of the past couple years. This could be seasonal spring adjustment combined with broader California affordability challenges, but either way, the market favors those who can wait and negotiate.
Compton Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90220 | 16 | $650,000 | $447 | 78 |
| 90222 | 9 | $405,000 | $476 | 109 |
| 90221 | 8 | $635,000 | $861 | 112 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 26 | $627,450 | $581 |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 5 | $634,000 | N/A |
| MOBILE | 1 | $250,000 | $178 |
| TOWNHOMES | 1 | $540,000 | $337 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| Under $100K | 1 |
| $200K - $299K | 3 |
| $300K - $399K | 2 |
| $400K - $499K | 2 |
| $500K - $749K | 20 |
| $750K+ | 5 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 163 active listings in Compton with a median asking price of $659,000 and an average of 123 days on market.
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