Pasadena Housing Market Report – April 2026
Here's a look at how the Pasadena, CA real estate market performed in April 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 90
- Median Sale Price: $1,217,500
- Average Sale Price: $1,588,290
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $832
- Average Days on Market: 55
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 104.6%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to March, the median sale price in Pasadena moved 2.6% down (from $1,250,000 to $1,217,500). The number of homes sold was 11.1% up compared to the prior month (81 vs. 90). Average days on market shifted 17.9% down (67 days to 55 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to April 2025, the median sale price is 5.1% down (from $1,282,500 to $1,217,500). Sales volume is 24.4% down year-over-year.
What This Means
Pasadena's housing market is showing some conflicting signals this April. While sales volume jumped 11% from March and 90 homes sold, that's actually 24% fewer than last April—suggesting spring hasn't yet brought the traditional seasonal surge buyers and sellers usually expect. The month-over-month improvement in sales velocity is encouraging, but year-over-year weakness points to a market that's still cooler than it was a year ago. Homes are moving faster though, spending just 55 days on the market versus 67 last month, which indicates better momentum.
What's particularly interesting is that homes are selling for 104.6% of asking price, a solid sign of buyer demand even as inventory remains elevated. The median price dipped 2.6% monthly but only 5.1% yearly, suggesting we're not in a significant correction—just a normalization. With 398 active listings on the market, sellers have competition, especially compared to the inventory constraints we've seen in recent years. Single-family homes dominate the mix, but the condo and townhome segments suggest diverse buyer interests.
For now, Pasadena appears balanced but cautious. Buyers have more options than they did twelve months ago, yet homes aren't sitting around waiting for offers. It's a seller's market that's gradually becoming more favorable for buyers—a meaningful shift from previous years.
Pasadena Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91107 | 22 | $1,605,000 | $835 | 74 |
| 91103 | 18 | $1,287,500 | $876 | 51 |
| 91104 | 14 | $1,164,500 | $886 | 49 |
| 91101 | 13 | $830,000 | $688 | 64 |
| 91105 | 12 | $1,587,762 | $917 | 40 |
| 91106 | 11 | $973,000 | $751 | 38 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 53 | $1,725,000 | $937 |
| CONDOS | 23 | $827,000 | $690 |
| TOWNHOMES | 8 | $885,000 | $702 |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 5 | $1,526,500 | $401 |
| LAND | 1 | $680,000 | N/A |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $500K - $749K | 14 |
| $750K+ | 76 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 398 active listings in Pasadena with a median asking price of $1,249,450 and an average of 70 days on market.
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