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BUYER BRIEFING Altadena, CA
Altadena, CA Market Analysis

Why now is a good time to buy in Altadena, CA.

This is a buyer's market with prices pulling back and negotiation time expanding. Homes are sitting longer, giving you room to make a thoughtful offer.

Median Days on Market

Midpoint time listings stay active. Less skewed by outliers than the mean, giving a reliable read on how fast homes are moving.
Market Data
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Median Price
$1.68M
Down -3.6% in 3mo and -2.0% YoY, cooling after summer peaks in spring.
Days on Market
42 days
Falling from 84 days in March, now stabilized at 6-week average, boosting buyer leverage.
Months of Inventory
1.56
Tight supply, but demand softening—you have options without extreme competition pressure.
Price per Sq Ft
$711
Down -1.3% in 3mo from peak, negotiable per-foot values vs spring 2026 highs.
What This Means

Buyer momentum is building.

Prices have softened and homes linger longer, handing you real negotiating power. The rent-to-buy math is compelling at $6,073/mo rental versus $1.68M purchase. Lock in now before the fall rebound.

Honest Caveats

Inventory is lean at 1.56 months, so choice remains limited. Homes still move briskly; waiting longer could mean fewer options as seasonal demand returns.

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Jon Watts
Real Estate Agent
jonwatts22@gmail.com (234) 447-777
Source: August 2025 - August 2026 Market Data
Updated August 25, 2026