Taft, CA Housing Market
Median List Price
$259,999
Updated August 2026
Today, Taft has 12 homes for sale at a median list price of $259,999, typically selling in about 26 days.
Taft Market Analysis
Taft, CA currently shows a median list price of $259,999. There are 12 homes currently listed for sale in Taft, CA. 2 new listings came on the market in the last 30 days.
Two bedroom homes are the most affordable tier at a median of $195,000, while three bedroom homes top the range at $307,500. The housing stock skews toward single family homes, at about 83.3% of active listings. Over the last six months, the median price has eased about 7.6%, from $210,000 in February to $194,000 in July. Median pricing works out to $202 per square foot.
Median time from listing to accepted offer is about 9 days. Homes move quickly at that pace, which favors sellers and rewards buyers who come prepared. Addresses here carry the 93268 ZIP code.
Taft Market Pulse
Topfind Market Read
The picture is mixed here. The typical home sells in about 26 days, yet 12.0 months of supply is more than current demand absorbs, and 25% 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
$260K
↓ 19% 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
12.0 months of supply
Ample Supply12 active listings, plenty of options to choose from.
What this means for buyers
There is more inventory than recent sales absorb, so buyers have plenty of options and stronger footing to negotiate price and terms. Listings typically sell in ~26 days.
Sales Velocity
How fast homes are selling
Homes are selling quickly, which gives sellers leverage, though prepared buyers can still compete.
Inventory Distribution
Most current listings are under 30 days old, so the mix skews toward fresh inventory.
Housing Tenure in Taft
Homeownership is near the state average, with a balanced mix of owners and renters.
54%
Homeowners
46%
Renters
Homeownership is 1.5 points lower than the California average (55.5%)
2,670 households (2023)
Median Price by Bedroom
Home prices rise significantly with each additional bedroom.
Each additional bedroom adds about $130K in value on average.
Largest increase: 3 → 4 bedrooms (+$166K)
Price Reductions
3 listings have reduced their price
25% of active listings
Average reduction: 7.3% (~$19K)
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Taft, CA Housing Market
What is the median home price in Taft, CA?
The median list price in Taft is $259,999 as of August 2026, based on 12 active listings.
Is Taft a buyer's market or a seller's market?
Taft currently reads as a balanced market. Active inventory works out to about 12.0 months of supply at the recent sales pace.
How fast do homes sell in Taft?
Homes that closed in the last 90 days typically went under contract in about 9 days. The average home currently for sale has been on the market for 26 days.
Are home prices in Taft going up or down?
The median sale price in Taft is down about 18.6% compared with a year ago.
How many homes are for sale in Taft, CA?
There are 12 homes for sale in Taft right now.