Long Beach Metro Prices

Market Update February 2026

 

If you're considering buying a SINGLE FAMILY home in Long Beach, California, here's what the market looked like in February 2026. With a relatively tight inventory at just 1.61 months' supply, home prices are holding strong, as reflected by the $975,000 median sold price—a 7% drop from last month, but homes are selling swiftly with a median of 14 days on the market. New listings came in with a median list price of $995,000, while active listings are priced at a median of $1,075,500. The bustling downtown and the scenic views of the Queen Mary highlight the vibrant lifestyle Long Beach offers. Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to move up, now might be a strategic time to explore opportunities. 

 

 

Navigating both buying and selling in the Long Beach  housing market FOR CONDOS in February 2026 can be a balancing act, but understanding the current trends can help. With a 3.52-month supply of inventory, the market shows a slight contraction with a 5% decrease in inventory over the past month, yet an 11% increase over the year, providing a dynamic backdrop for transactions. As 102 new listings hit the market at a median list price of $542,000, active listings stand at 250 with a slightly lower median price of $520,000, offering a range of options for discerning buyers and sellers. The median sold price has jumped to $587,500, reflecting an 18% month-over-month increase, while the median days in RPR for sold listings has risen by 35%, now matching the days for pending listings.  Given these trends, coordinating your timing in this evolving market can unlock potential opportunities.  

 

 

For a comprehensive Long Beach-level CMA, reach out to Julia Huntsman at Huntsman Properties, julia@abodes.realestate.

For local neighborhood updates in Long Beach, go to my Latest Market Reports and Statistics, automated reports (every 2 days), at https://www.abodes.realestate/market-reports-newsletter