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BUYER BRIEFING Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles, CA Market Analysis

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

This is a buyer's market with cooling prices and expanding inventory. Sellers are negotiating, and you have real leverage to make your move.

Median Price

Midpoint listing price across the market. The single most important benchmark for understanding overall market value and tracking price trends over time.
Market Data
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Days on Market
56 days
Median time to sale fell to 56 days, down 27.3% YoY. Homes sitting longer means stronger negotiating position for buyers.
Months of Inventory
2.6 months
Supply at 2.6 months, stable but indicates balanced conditions. More options than peak seller markets; you have choices.
Median Price
$1.45M
Median prices down to $1.45M from $1.60M YoY, down 9.3%. Waiting costs less money; act while prices cool.
Price Per Sq Ft
$809
Per-sqft median is $809, down 1.9% YoY. Better value per square foot now versus earlier this year.
What This Means

Your Negotiating Power Is Real Right Now

Prices are retreating, homes are sitting longer, and sellers are more willing to move. Lock in lower prices today before the market tightens. The data shows cooling momentum—your leverage won't last forever if conditions shift.

Honest Caveats

Inventory remains relatively lean at 2.6 months, and 26% of sellers are cutting prices—a sign underlying demand is weak. Don't overpay just because you think urgency applies.

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Jon Watts
Real Estate Agent
jonwatts22@gmail.com (234) 447-777
Source: August 2025 - August 2026 Market Data
Updated August 26, 2026