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DOWNEY, CA 90242

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Los Angeles County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
29
⇩ 3.3% vs 30 last year
Pending
11
38% pending ratio
Median Price
$849,999
⇧ 2.6% vs $828,750 last year
Average Price
$876,279
⇧ 6.2% vs $824,849 last year
Days on Market
52
⇩ 3.7% vs 54 days last year

Market Context

Population: 41,685  ·  Density: 3,563.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $81,448

Typical home value: $634,419  ·  Homeownership: 48.8%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The DOWNEY, CA real estate market (90242) currently shows 29 active listings, with 11 pending sales. Homes are averaging 52 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 52 days on market compared to 54 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 2.6% year-over-year, from $828,750 to $849,999.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 29 this year vs 30 last year
  • Days on market: 52 now vs 54 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $849,999 (+2.6% YoY)
  • Average: $876,279 (+6.2% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 6.3 miles — 358 listings ($271,557,641 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
90242Downey, CA 902420.0 mi29$25,412,091$849,999$876,279
90723Paramount, CA 907232.2 mi25$15,530,650$589,000$621,226
90240Downey, CA 902402.7 mi27$35,409,933$1,185,000$1,311,479
90262Lynwood, CA 902623.4 mi27$20,873,781$700,000$773,103
90201Bell Gardens, CA 902013.8 mi12$7,542,528$675,000$628,544
90805Long Beach, CA 908054.5 mi48$31,898,736$699,950$664,557
90040Los Angeles, CA 900404.9 mi7$4,628,400$688,000$661,200
90701Artesia, CA 907015.1 mi18$14,571,972$770,000$809,554
90713Lakewood, CA 907135.4 mi26$27,113,034$934,993$1,042,809
90222Compton, CA 902225.5 mi42$26,342,988$633,000$627,214
90255Huntington Park, CA 902555.8 mi13$9,349,249$647,000$719,173
90220Compton, CA 902206.1 mi45$27,641,880$614,990$614,264
90002Los Angeles, CA 900026.3 mi39$25,242,399$634,400$647,241

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DOWNEY, CA 90242?

As of January 2026, there are 29 active listings in DOWNEY, CA (zip code 90242), compared to 30 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DOWNEY, CA 90242?

The median listing price in DOWNEY, CA 90242 is $849,999 as of January 2026, a 2.6% increase from $828,750 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in DOWNEY, CA?

Homes in DOWNEY, CA 90242 spend an average of 52 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 54 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in DOWNEY, CA 90242?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, DOWNEY, CA 90242 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 52 days on market compared to 54 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in DOWNEY, CA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in DOWNEY, CA 90242 save an estimated $17,000 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $849,999. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.