Tehachapi Housing Market Report – June 2026

Here's a look at how the Tehachapi, CA real estate market performed in June 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.

Market Snapshot

  • Homes Sold: 88
  • Median Sale Price: $424,500
  • Average Sale Price: $386,898
  • Average Price Per Sq Ft: $247
  • Average Days on Market: 94
  • Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 97.2%

Month-Over-Month Trends

Compared to May, the median sale price in Tehachapi moved 1.1% up (from $420,000 to $424,500). The number of homes sold was 17.3% up compared to the prior month (75 vs. 88). Average days on market shifted 10.5% down (105 days to 94 days).

Year-Over-Year Comparison

Compared to June 2025, the median sale price is 17.3% up (from $362,000 to $424,500). Sales volume is 41.9% up year-over-year.

What This Means

Tehachapi's housing market is showing genuine momentum heading into summer 2026. The median price climbing 17.3 percent year-over-year to $424,500 signals sustained buyer interest and reflects broader appreciation trends across California's Inland Empire. More importantly, homes are moving faster—average days on market dropped from 105 to 94 this month—while sellers are capturing 97.2 percent of their asking price. That's a healthy sign that the market has found some equilibrium after the volatility of recent years.

The real story lies in the pricing stability rather than volume spikes. Month-over-month, we're seeing modest but consistent gains, suggesting this isn't a flash-in-the-pan demand bump. At $247 per square foot, Tehachapi remains relatively affordable compared to coastal markets, which continues attracting buyers seeking value. The large inventory of 702 active listings, many priced well below median sale prices, indicates there's room for negotiation and selection—good news for buyers but suggesting the market isn't overheated.

One caveat worth noting: those 702 listings with an average 186 days on market reveal a disconnect. While recent sales close quickly, older inventory is lingering. This divergence suggests varying property conditions or pricing misalignment on less desirable listings, which is typical for a market gradually gaining traction rather than experiencing explosive growth.

Tehachapi Sales by Zip Code

Zip Code Homes Sold Median Price Avg $/SqFt Avg DOM
93561 88 $424,500 $247 94

Sales by Property Type

Property Type Homes Sold Median Price Avg $/SqFt
SINGLE_FAMILY 67 $460,000 $252
LAND 16 $25,627 N/A
OTHER 3 $85,000 N/A
MOBILE 2 $142,500 $100

Sales by Price Range

Price Range Homes Sold
Under $100K 17
$100K - $199K 4
$200K - $299K 7
$300K - $399K 10
$400K - $499K 26
$500K - $749K 20
$750K+ 4

Current Active Listings

As of this report, there are 702 active listings in Tehachapi with a median asking price of $192,500 and an average of 186 days on market.

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