Malibu Housing Market Report – May 2026
Here's a look at how the Malibu, CA real estate market performed in May 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 38
- Median Sale Price: $3,114,500
- Average Sale Price: $6,166,750
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $3,238
- Average Days on Market: 110
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 91.2%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to April, the median sale price in Malibu moved 52.8% up (from $2,038,000 to $3,114,500). The number of homes sold was 22.6% up compared to the prior month (31 vs. 38). Average days on market shifted 23.6% down (144 days to 110 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to May 2025, the median sale price is 7.6% up (from $2,895,000 to $3,114,500). Sales volume is 65.2% up year-over-year.
What This Means
Malibu's May market is showing genuine strength, though we need to read the data carefully. While sales volume jumped 22.6% month-over-month and 65.2% year-over-year, the earlier surge is likely due to improved data collection rather than a true market explosion. The real story lies elsewhere: median prices climbed a dramatic 52.8% from April, and homes are moving significantly faster. The average days on market dropped from 144 to 110, suggesting buyer urgency is returning to this coastal enclave.
The month-over-month price spike is notable, though the year-over-year gain of 7.6% tells a more measured story. What's encouraging for sellers is that homes are fetching 91.2% of asking price while spending roughly three months on market, which is healthy for Malibu's luxury segment. The wide gap between median ($3.1M) and average ($6.2M) prices reflects the usual pattern here: a solid core of mid-range coastal homes anchors the market, while ultra-premium estates skew the average upward.
With 674 active listings, inventory remains substantial, yet absorption is improving. Seasonality is likely playing a role as summer approaches. The faster sales pace combined with modest price appreciation suggests buyers are finally re-engaging after a period of hesitation, though the market remains balanced rather than competitive.
Malibu Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90265 | 38 | $3,114,500 | $3,238 | 110 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 24 | $5,522,500 | $3,876 |
| LAND | 8 | $950,000 | N/A |
| CONDO | 3 | $856,000 | $583 |
| CONDOS | 3 | $1,165,000 | $1,212 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| Under $100K | 1 |
| $300K - $399K | 1 |
| $400K - $499K | 1 |
| $500K - $749K | 2 |
| $750K+ | 33 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 674 active listings in Malibu with a median asking price of $3,150,000 and an average of 143 days on market.
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