Long Beach Housing Market Report – April 2026
Here's a look at how the Long Beach, CA real estate market performed in April 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 193
- Median Sale Price: $906,000
- Average Sale Price: $1,049,215
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $685
- Average Days on Market: 70
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 99.4%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to March, the median sale price in Long Beach moved 0.4% down (from $910,000 to $906,000). The number of homes sold was 19.2% down compared to the prior month (239 vs. 193). Average days on market shifted 12.5% down (80 days to 70 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to April 2025, the median sale price is 11.9% up (from $810,000 to $906,000). Sales volume is 18.6% down year-over-year.
What This Means
Long Beach's housing market is showing mixed signals this April. While the median price of $906,000 is up nearly 12 percent year-over-year, the month-over-month trend tells a different story: sales volume dropped sharply by 19.2 percent, and homes are sitting on the market about two weeks longer than in March. This seasonal slowdown is fairly typical for spring in Southern California, but the magnitude suggests buyers are being more cautious. The silver lining is that homes are still selling close to asking price at 99.4 percent, meaning the market hasn't softened into a buyer's advantage just yet.
The gap between median and average prices—roughly $143,000—indicates some higher-end sales are skewing the data, but overall affordability remains stretched for most buyers. With 996 active listings on the market, inventory has stabilized compared to the tight conditions of recent years, giving shoppers more breathing room. However, the year-over-year sales decline of 18.6 percent combined with rising prices suggests fewer buyers can qualify for Long Beach homes at current price levels. Unless interest rates drop meaningfully or more inventory comes online, expect the slower pace to continue through the spring season.
Long Beach Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90803 | 30 | $1,491,537 | $835 | 76 |
| 90802 | 28 | $510,000 | $626 | 93 |
| 90805 | 27 | $715,000 | $609 | 59 |
| 90808 | 24 | $1,055,000 | $705 | 49 |
| 90815 | 20 | $1,075,000 | $738 | 62 |
| 90807 | 18 | $1,102,500 | $657 | 55 |
| 90806 | 13 | $890,000 | $581 | 54 |
| 90813 | 10 | $672,500 | $601 | 118 |
| 90804 | 10 | $847,500 | $694 | 99 |
| 90814 | 9 | $750,000 | $738 | 67 |
| 90810 | 4 | $585,000 | $556 | 30 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 110 | $962,500 | $740 |
| CONDOS | 47 | $520,000 | $605 |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 32 | $1,287,500 | $592 |
| MOBILE | 2 | $169,950 | $161 |
| TOWNHOMES | 2 | $774,500 | $528 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $100K - $199K | 1 |
| $200K - $299K | 3 |
| $300K - $399K | 9 |
| $400K - $499K | 13 |
| $500K - $749K | 39 |
| $750K+ | 128 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 996 active listings in Long Beach with a median asking price of $879,000 and an average of 60 days on market.
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