Whittier, CA Housing Market
Median List Price
$895,000
Updated August 2026
Today, Whittier has 175 homes for sale at a median list price of $895,000, typically selling in about 38 days.
Whittier Market Analysis
Buyers in Whittier, CA are looking at a median list price of $895,000. Per square foot, the median stands at $554. Since February, the median price has moved up about 13.1% to $880,000 as of July.
It takes about 12 days for the typical home here to go under contract. Homes move quickly at that pace, which favors sellers and rewards buyers who come prepared. Whittier, CA has 175 active listings on the market right now. 83 new listings came on the market in the last 30 days.
Pricing spreads from a $435,000 median for one bedroom homes to $1.9M for six bedroom homes. Most of what is for sale here is single family homes, about 75.4% of the mix. The area spans six ZIP codes, including 90601, 90604, and 90605.
Whittier Rental Market
Renters in Whittier, CA are looking at a median asking rent of $3,350. Since February, the median rent has moved up about 37.8% to $3,995 as of July. Whittier, CA has 35 active rental listings on the market right now.
Whittier Market Pulse
Topfind Market Read
Sellers hold the edge right now. Supply sits at 3.3 months, roughly in step with demand, and sale prices are up 4% over the last six months and 3% over the past year. At the same time, 32% of sellers have trimmed their asking price, so the market is not running away from buyers. Sellers have the stronger hand, though prepared buyers can still negotiate on the right home.
Median Home Price
$895K
↑ 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
3.3 months of supply
Balanced Supply175 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 ~38 days.
Sales Velocity
How fast homes are selling
Homes are selling at a steady pace, so buyers have some time, though competition still exists. Homes are moving 31% faster than six months ago.
Inventory Distribution
Most current listings are under 30 days old, so the mix skews toward fresh inventory.
Housing Tenure in Whittier
Homeownership is near the state average, with a balanced mix of owners and renters.
59%
Homeowners
41%
Renters
Homeownership is 3.5 points higher than the California average (55.5%)
27,687 households (2023)
Median Price by Bedroom
Larger homes command significantly higher prices, with sharp increases beyond 3 bedrooms.
Each additional bedroom adds about $241K in value on average.
Price Reductions
56 listings have reduced their price
32% of active listings
Average reduction: 4.6% (~$41K)
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Whittier, CA Housing Market
What is the median home price in Whittier, CA?
The median list price in Whittier is $895,000 as of August 2026, based on 175 active listings.
Is Whittier a buyer's market or a seller's market?
Whittier currently reads as a seller's market. Active inventory works out to about 3.3 months of supply at the recent sales pace.
How fast do homes sell in Whittier?
Homes that closed in the last 90 days typically went under contract in about 12 days. The average home currently for sale has been on the market for 38 days.
Are home prices in Whittier going up or down?
The median sale price in Whittier is up about 2.8% compared with a year ago.
How many homes are for sale in Whittier, CA?
There are 175 homes for sale in Whittier right now, including 21 listed within the last week.
What is the median rent in Whittier?
The median asking rent in Whittier is $3,350 per month, across 35 active rental listings.