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RIDGECREST, CA 93555

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Kern County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
136
⇧ 19.3% vs 114 last year
Pending
39
29% pending ratio
Median Price
$270,000
⇩ 6.5% vs $288,875 last year
Average Price
$321,876
⇧ 0.1% vs $321,696 last year
Days on Market
73
⇩ 5.2% vs 77 days last year

Market Context

Population: 33,490  ·  Density: 165.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $81,824

Typical home value: $220,987  ·  Homeownership: 62.7%

Market Analysis

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

The RIDGECREST, CA real estate market (93555) currently shows 136 active listings, with 39 pending sales. Homes are averaging 73 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 22 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 73 days on market compared to 77 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 6.5% year-over-year, from $288,875 to $270,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 136 this year vs 114 last year
  • Days on market: 73 now vs 77 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $270,000 (-6.5% YoY)
  • Average: $321,876 (+0.1% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 59.9 miles — 629 listings ($249,165,871 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
93555Ridgecrest, CA 935550.0 mi136$43,775,136$270,000$321,876
93554Randsburg, CA 9355415.6 mi1$302,750$302,750$302,750
93527Inyokern, CA 9352722.6 mi12$3,687,360$299,900$307,280
93505California City, CA 9350532.2 mi165$52,088,190$300,000$315,686
93516Boron, CA 9351640.0 mi10$1,924,000$195,000$192,400
93205Bodfish, CA 9320543.4 mi6$1,506,000$262,500$251,000
93518Caliente, CA 9351846.7 mi15$5,905,845$295,000$393,723
93285Wofford Heights, CA 9328547.2 mi30$9,357,690$332,450$311,923
93522Darwin, CA 9352249.5 mi3$495,000$165,000$165,000
93549Olancha, CA 9354950.2 mi2$865,000$432,500$432,500
93260Posey, CA 9326057.0 mi11$2,273,150$195,000$206,650
93561Tehachapi, CA 9356157.6 mi235$125,337,250$480,000$533,350
93226Glennville, CA 9322659.9 mi3$1,648,500$549,500$549,500

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in RIDGECREST, CA 93555?

As of January 2026, there are 136 active listings in RIDGECREST, CA (zip code 93555), compared to 114 the prior year.

What is the median home price in RIDGECREST, CA 93555?

The median listing price in RIDGECREST, CA 93555 is $270,000 as of January 2026, a 6.5% decrease from $288,875 the prior year.

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

Homes in RIDGECREST, CA 93555 spend an average of 73 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 77 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in RIDGECREST, CA 93555?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, RIDGECREST, CA 93555 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 22 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 73 days on market compared to 77 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in RIDGECREST, CA 93555 save an estimated $5,400 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $270,000. 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.