Malibu Housing Market Report – April 2026
Here's a look at how the Malibu, CA real estate market performed in April 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 15
- Median Sale Price: $2,075,000
- Average Sale Price: $3,375,707
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $1,056
- Average Days on Market: 151
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 90.3%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to March, the median sale price in Malibu moved 7.5% up (from $1,930,000 to $2,075,000). The number of homes sold was 11.8% down compared to the prior month (17 vs. 15). Average days on market shifted 16.6% down (181 days to 151 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to April 2025, the median sale price is 31.3% down (from $3,022,500 to $2,075,000). Sales volume is 6.2% down year-over-year.
What This Means
Malibu's luxury market is sending mixed signals this April. The median price climbed 7.5% month-over-month to $2.075 million, suggesting some momentum as spring buying season kicks in. However, that year-over-year decline of 31.3% tells the real story—the market is still digesting the correction from the pandemic-era peak. With only 15 homes sold compared to 17 last month, we're looking at a thin, selective market where qualified buyers are being cautious despite the seasonal uptick.
The big bright spot is days on market, which dropped 16.6% to 151 days. Properties are moving faster, meaning motivated sellers and the right pricing are working. That said, the 90.3% sale-to-list ratio suggests buyers still have negotiating power—homes aren't commanding full asking prices. The oversupply of active listings (642 properties) is particularly telling. Sellers seem to be testing the market aggressively, but many are sitting for months at those prices.
What's really happening here is a market resetting to reality. Interest rates have kept high-end buyers cautious, and the sheer inventory means Malibu is a buyer's market despite its prestigious address. Spring activity is helping, but don't mistake a 151-day sell time for a hot market.
Malibu Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90265 | 15 | $2,075,000 | $1,056 | 151 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAND | 7 | $2,038,000 | N/A |
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 6 | $3,930,037 | $1,188 |
| CONDOS | 2 | $923,500 | $725 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $750K+ | 15 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 642 active listings in Malibu with a median asking price of $3,150,000 and an average of 137 days on market.
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