South El Monte, CA Housing Market
Median List Price
$884,366
Updated August 2026
Today, South El Monte has 9 homes for sale at a median list price of $884,366, typically selling in about 51 days.
South El Monte Market Analysis
The median list price in South El Monte, CA is $884,366. Current inventory stands at 9 active listings. 4 new listings came on the market in the last 30 days.
Single family homes lead the mix at 55.6%, with triplexes accounting for another 22.2%. February to July saw the median price go from $835,000 to $734,000, down about 12.1%. Per square foot, the median stands at $554.
Homes here typically go under contract in about 20 days. At that pace, well priced homes attract offers quickly, so buyers should be ready to move. South El Monte, CA sits within the 91733 ZIP code.
South El Monte Rental Market
The median asking rent in South El Monte, CA is $3,100. Current inventory stands at 6 active rental listings. October 2025 to July 2026 saw the median rent go from $4,000 to $2,700, down about 32.5%.
South El Monte Market Pulse
Topfind Market Read
The picture is mixed here. There is only 1.8 months of supply, yet sale prices have eased 7% over the last six months and are 7% below a year ago, and 44% 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
$884K
↓ 7% 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
1.8 months of supply
Tight Supply9 active listings against the current sales pace works out to about 1.8 months of supply.
What this means for buyers
Inventory is tight relative to how many homes sell each month, so buyers have fewer options and well-priced homes draw competition. Listings typically sell in ~51 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 27% over the last six months.
Inventory Distribution
Most current listings are under 30 days old, so the mix skews toward fresh inventory.
Housing Tenure in South El Monte
Renting is more common here than statewide, so this market has more rental inventory and shorter-term residents.
50%
Homeowners
50%
Renters
Homeownership is 5.5 points lower than the California average (55.5%)
5,050 households (2023)
Median Price by Bedroom
Home prices generally rise with bedroom count, though not every step adds value.
Each additional bedroom adds about $22K in value on average, with larger homes seeing bigger price jumps.
Largest increase: 4 → 5 bedrooms (+$260K)
Price Reductions
4 listings have reduced their price
44% of active listings
Average reduction: 29.2% (~$258K)
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Frequently Asked Questions about the South El Monte, CA Housing Market
What is the median home price in South El Monte, CA?
The median list price in South El Monte is $884,366 as of August 2026, based on 9 active listings.
Is South El Monte a buyer's market or a seller's market?
South El Monte currently reads as a balanced market. Active inventory works out to about 1.8 months of supply at the recent sales pace.
How fast do homes sell in South El Monte?
Homes that closed in the last 90 days typically went under contract in about 20 days. The average home currently for sale has been on the market for 51 days.
Are home prices in South El Monte going up or down?
The median sale price in South El Monte is down about 6.7% compared with a year ago.
How many homes are for sale in South El Monte, CA?
There are 9 homes for sale in South El Monte right now, including 2 listed within the last week.
What is the median rent in South El Monte?
The median asking rent in South El Monte is $3,100 per month, across 6 active rental listings.