Whittier Housing Market Report – May 2026
Here's a look at how the Whittier, CA real estate market performed in May 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 79
- Median Sale Price: $850,000
- Average Sale Price: $949,945
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $616
- Average Days on Market: 76
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 99.6%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to April, the median sale price in Whittier moved 2.4% up (from $830,000 to $850,000). The number of homes sold was 23.3% down compared to the prior month (103 vs. 79). Average days on market shifted 28.8% up (59 days to 76 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to May 2025, the median sale price is 1.2% down (from $860,000 to $850,000). Sales volume is 1.2% down year-over-year.
What This Means
Whittier's housing market is showing mixed signals this May, with prices edging upward month-over-month while buyer activity softens noticeably. The median price climbed 2.4 percent to $850,000, a solid gain, yet homes are sitting on the market nearly 17 days longer than last month—a 28.8 percent jump in days on market. This slowdown likely reflects the typical spring market rhythm combined with the lingering impact of higher interest rates keeping some buyers on the sidelines. The silver lining is that homes are still selling close to asking price at 99.6 percent of list, suggesting sellers haven't overpriced their properties and there's still reasonable buyer demand despite the longer marketing timeline.
The year-over-year picture tells a steadier story: prices are essentially flat, down just 1.2 percent from May 2025, which indicates Whittier has largely held its ground despite broader economic headwinds. With 254 active listings on the market, inventory remains relatively balanced—not tight enough to spark bidding wars, but not oversupplied either. For buyers, this means more options and negotiating room. For sellers, patience may be required, but the near-ask price ratio suggests pricing right remains the key to moving homes in a market that's cooling but not collapsing.
Whittier Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90605 | 19 | $830,000 | $764 | 47 |
| 90604 | 15 | $865,000 | $609 | 67 |
| 90601 | 14 | $842,500 | $513 | 81 |
| 90602 | 12 | $752,500 | $553 | 106 |
| 90606 | 12 | $780,000 | $624 | 100 |
| 90603 | 7 | $910,000 | $513 | 64 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 61 | $865,000 | $663 |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 6 | $1,097,500 | $380 |
| CONDOS | 4 | $765,000 | $498 |
| MOBILE | 3 | $129,000 | $112 |
| TOWNHOMES | 3 | $710,000 | $509 |
| LAND | 2 | $600,000 | N/A |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $100K - $199K | 3 |
| $400K - $499K | 1 |
| $500K - $749K | 18 |
| $750K+ | 57 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 254 active listings in Whittier with a median asking price of $884,900 and an average of 72 days on market.
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