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Hollydale

DOWNEY, CA 90242

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 90242

Hollydale

Market Analysis

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

The DOWNEY, CA real estate market (90242) currently shows 29 active listings, with 13 pending sales. Homes are averaging 51 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

The median listing price has risen 0.2% year-over-year, from $827,450 to $829,450.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
29
⇧ 52.6% vs 19 last year
Pending
13
45% pending ratio
Median Price
$829,450
⇧ 0.2% vs $827,450 last year
Average Price
$849,078
⇧ 2.1% vs $831,685 last year
Days on Market
51
vs 51 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$582
⇩ 0.5% vs $585/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,405 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 29 this year vs 19 last year
  • Days on market: 51 now vs 51 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $829,450 (+0.2% YoY)
  • Average: $849,078 (+2.1% 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
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 6.3 miles — 429 listings ($328,640,303 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
90242Downey, CA 902420.0 mi29$24,659,251$848,749$850,319
90723Paramount, CA 907232.2 mi32$20,708,448$632,825$647,139
90240Downey, CA 902402.7 mi32$43,181,568$1,160,000$1,349,424
90262Lynwood, CA 902623.4 mi30$22,274,220$697,140$742,474
90201Bell Gardens, CA 902013.8 mi14$8,831,200$669,225$630,800
90805Long Beach, CA 908054.5 mi67$45,540,905$714,710$679,715
90040Los Angeles, CA 900404.9 mi9$5,965,713$671,000$662,857
90701Artesia, CA 907015.1 mi19$17,349,223$777,495$913,117
90713Lakewood, CA 907135.4 mi38$38,885,894$992,000$1,023,313
90222Compton, CA 902225.5 mi41$25,417,827$619,225$619,947
90255Huntington Park, CA 902555.8 mi16$10,233,184$612,475$639,574
90220Compton, CA 902206.1 mi54$35,070,246$625,498$649,449
90002Los Angeles, CA 900026.3 mi48$30,522,624$642,200$635,888

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of March 2026, there are 29 active listings in DOWNEY, CA (zip code 90242), compared to 19 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in DOWNEY, CA 90242 is $829,450 as of March 2026, a 0.2% increase from $827,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in DOWNEY, CA 90242 spend an average of 51 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 51 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 March 2026, DOWNEY, CA 90242 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

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 $16,589 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $829,450. 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.