Compton, CA Housing Market
Median List Price
$650,000
Updated August 2026
Today, Compton has 87 homes for sale at a median list price of $650,000, typically selling in about 43 days.
Compton Market Analysis
Homes in Compton, CA carry a median list price of $650,000. On a per square foot basis, the median runs $539. The median price moved from $630,000 in February to $680,000 in July, a 7.9% increase over six months.
The typical listing reaches pending status in about 16 days. That is a quick turnaround, so buyers who wait on a well priced home often miss it. Right now 87 homes are on the market in Compton, CA. 31 new listings came on the market in the last 30 days.
Five bedroom homes carry the highest medians at $825,000, with two bedroom homes starting the range at $595,000. Single family homes make up about 88.5% of current inventory. Compton, CA covers the 90220, 90222, and 90221 ZIP codes.
Compton Rental Market
Rentals in Compton, CA carry a median asking rent of $2,800. The median rent moved from $1,800 in January to $2,500 in July, a 38.9% increase over six months. Right now 12 rentals are on the market in Compton, CA.
Compton Market Pulse
Topfind Market Read
The picture is mixed here. Supply sits at 3.0 months, roughly in step with demand, yet 29% of sellers have trimmed their asking price, so neither side holds a clear advantage. Realistic pricing wins for sellers, and patient, prepared buyers can secure fair terms.
Median Home Price
$650K
↑ 3% over the past yearChart shows the median closed sale price by month
Months of Supply
Estimated time to sell all listings at the current sales pace
3.0 months of supply
Balanced Supply87 active listings currently on the market.
What this means for buyers
Supply and demand are roughly in step, with a steady flow of options and no glut. Listings typically sell in ~43 days.
Sales Velocity
How fast homes are selling
Homes are selling at a steady pace, so buyers have some time, though competition still exists.
Inventory Distribution
Most current listings are under 30 days old, so the mix skews toward fresh inventory.
Housing Tenure in Compton
Homeownership is near the state average, with a balanced mix of owners and renters.
57%
Homeowners
43%
Renters
Homeownership is 1.5 points higher than the California average (55.5%)
24,227 households (2023)
Median Price by Bedroom
Home prices increase with bedroom count, though premiums vary by size.
Each additional bedroom adds about $75K in value on average, with larger homes seeing bigger price jumps.
Largest increase: 3 → 4 bedrooms (+$122K)
Price Reductions
25 listings have reduced their price
29% of active listings
Average reduction: 5.5% (~$36K)
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Compton, CA Housing Market
What is the median home price in Compton, CA?
The median list price in Compton is $650,000 as of August 2026, based on 87 active listings.
Is Compton a buyer's market or a seller's market?
Compton currently reads as a balanced market. Active inventory works out to about 3.0 months of supply at the recent sales pace.
How fast do homes sell in Compton?
Homes that closed in the last 90 days typically went under contract in about 16 days. The average home currently for sale has been on the market for 43 days.
Are home prices in Compton going up or down?
The median sale price in Compton is up about 2.9% compared with a year ago.
How many homes are for sale in Compton, CA?
There are 87 homes for sale in Compton right now, including 10 listed within the last week.
What is the median rent in Compton?
The median asking rent in Compton is $2,800 per month, across 12 active rental listings.