Glendale Housing Market Report – May 2026
Here's a look at how the Glendale, CA real estate market performed in May 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 91
- Median Sale Price: $1,415,000
- Average Sale Price: $1,511,484
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $730
- Average Days on Market: 62
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 102.4%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to April, the median sale price in Glendale moved 3.7% down (from $1,468,750 to $1,415,000). The number of homes sold was 33.8% up compared to the prior month (68 vs. 91). Average days on market shifted 19.2% up (52 days to 62 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to May 2025, the median sale price is 2.4% down (from $1,450,000 to $1,415,000). Sales volume is 21.3% up year-over-year.
What This Means
Glendale's housing market is showing a mixed picture this May. While sales volume jumped significantly to 91 homes, this increase likely reflects improved data collection rather than a genuine market surge—a known reporting issue has been resolved. The more telling indicators are the price trends: median prices have dipped 3.7% month-over-month and 2.4% year-over-year, suggesting buyer demand is cooling despite healthy inventory levels. The fact that homes are still selling above asking price (102.4% sale-to-list ratio) shows there's still competitive interest, but the price softness indicates we're not in a frenzied seller's market anymore.
What's worth watching is the 19.2% jump in days on market, from 52 to 62 days. Homes aren't languishing, but they're definitely sitting longer than April, which aligns with the price decline. This suggests buyers have more negotiating power than they did earlier in the spring. With 325 active listings and healthy inventory, the balance is shifting away from sellers. Interest rates and late spring seasonality likely play a role, but the overall message is clear: Glendale has moved from a tight market into something more balanced, giving serious buyers their best opportunity in months.
Glendale Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91206 | 17 | $1,415,000 | $666 | 60 |
| 91202 | 16 | $1,627,500 | $652 | 46 |
| 91205 | 14 | $983,500 | $698 | 97 |
| 91208 | 11 | $1,750,000 | $858 | 43 |
| 91207 | 11 | $1,600,000 | $684 | 61 |
| 91201 | 9 | $1,310,000 | $802 | 81 |
| 91203 | 6 | $1,122,250 | $615 | 47 |
| 91214 | 6 | $1,449,500 | $1,013 | 45 |
| 91204 | 1 | $1,235,000 | $614 | 55 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 53 | $1,570,000 | $839 |
| CONDOS | 10 | $782,500 | $593 |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 10 | $1,957,500 | $456 |
| TOWNHOMES | 8 | $915,000 | $584 |
| CONDO | 6 | $747,500 | $562 |
| OTHER | 3 | $2,000,000 | $339 |
| LAND | 1 | $75,000 | N/A |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| Under $100K | 1 |
| $400K - $499K | 3 |
| $500K - $749K | 7 |
| $750K+ | 80 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 325 active listings in Glendale with a median asking price of $1,195,000 and an average of 81 days on market.
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