434 homes in Lancaster
Homes for Sale in Lancaster, CA
About Lancaster, CA Real Estate
Lancaster is a charter city in northern Los Angeles County, in the Antelope Valley of the western Mojave Desert in Southern California, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population was 173,516, making Lancaster the 158th-most populous city in the United States and the 31st most populous in California. Lancaster is a twin city with its southern neighbor Palmdale; together, they are the principal cities within the Antelope Valley region.
Lancaster is an Antelope Valley city known for California Poppy Reserve and aerospace industry. Offers affordable housing and access to Edwards Air Force Base.
Today, Lancaster has 433 homes for sale at a median price of $490,000, typically selling in about 47 days. Families here choose from 1 schools rated 8 or higher on the Topfind School Score.
Lancaster Market Analysis
The median list price in Lancaster is $490,000. Current inventory stands at 433 active listings. 152 new listings came on the market in the last 30 days.
Expect a median around $270,000 for one bedroom homes and $614,900 at the six bedroom end. Single family homes lead the mix at 91.2%. February to July saw the median price go from $460,000 to $475,000, up about 3.3%. On a per square foot basis, the median runs $268.
Homes here typically go under contract in about 20 days. Homes move quickly at that pace, which favors sellers and rewards buyers who come prepared. SOAR High (Students On Academic Rise) is the strongest nearby campus, with a Topfind School Score of 9. Lancaster covers the 93536, 93535, and 93534 ZIP codes.
Top Rated Schools in Lancaster
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- 9SOAR High (Students On Academic Rise)high school
- 7Fulton and Alsbury Academy of Arts and Engineeringintermediate/middle/junior high
- 5Joe Walker Middleintermediate/middle/junior high
- 5Lancaster Alternative and Virtual Academieselementary
- 4John and Jacquelyn Miller Academy of Art and Mediaelementary
- 4Nancy Cory Elementaryelementary
Why Live in Lancaster?
- California Poppy Reserve
- Aerospace employment
- Affordable homes
- BLVD entertainment
Popular Neighborhoods in Lancaster
Lancaster Market Pulse
Topfind Market Read
The picture is mixed here. Sales volume is up 30% versus six months ago, yet 45% 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
$490K
↑ 1% 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
4.5 months of supply
Balanced Supply433 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 ~47 days.
Sales Velocity
How fast homes are selling
Homes take longer to sell here than in a balanced market, so buyers have more time to negotiate and explore options. The trend is moving the other way though, with selling times down 25% over the last six months.
Inventory Distribution
A solid share of current listings is under 30 days old, while a meaningful share has been up longer.
About 56% of current listings are under 30 days old, while the rest have been up longer.
Housing Tenure in Lancaster
Homeownership is near the state average, with a balanced mix of owners and renters.
58%
Homeowners
42%
Renters
Homeownership is 2.5 points higher than the California average (55.5%)
52,183 households (2023)
Median Price by Bedroom
Home prices generally rise with bedroom count, though not every step adds value.
Each additional bedroom adds about $88K in value on average, with larger homes seeing bigger price jumps.
Largest increase: 4 → 5 bedrooms (+$159K)
Price Reductions
196 listings have reduced their price
45% of active listings
Average reduction: 5.4% (~$26K)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Homes for Sale in Lancaster, CA
How many homes are for sale in Lancaster, CA?
There are currently 434 homes for sale in Lancaster, ranging from $199,000 to $1,449,000.
How are the schools in Lancaster?
Lancaster has 1 school rated 8 or higher on the Topfind School Score, which grades every California school on academics, growth, and environment.