Market Insights
Current statistics, local law updates, and neighborhood trends — curated and updated regularly by Rachel Welch.
Last updated: September 2026
By the Numbers
Key indicators across Los Angeles and Ventura Counties as of September 2026.
Median Home Price — LA County
$892,000
Median Home Price — Ventura County
$778,000
Average Days on Market
25 days
Months of Supply
2.2 months
List-to-Sale Price Ratio
99.1%
Active Listings — Combined
5,140
Neighborhood Breakdown
Median prices, days on market, and market conditions for each community Rachel serves.
| Area | Median Price | Days on Market | YoY Change | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thousand Oaks | $912,000 | 21 days | +4.3% | Seller's Market |
| Westlake Village | $1,385,000 | 28 days | +5.6% | Seller's Market |
| Calabasas | $1,650,000 | 35 days | +3.4% | Balanced Market |
| Malibu | $3,950,000 | 52 days | +6.2% | Seller's Market |
| Agoura Hills | $995,000 | 24 days | +4.8% | Seller's Market |
| Woodland Hills | $862,000 | 26 days | +3.1% | Balanced Market |
| Simi Valley | $735,000 | 20 days | +3.5% | Seller's Market |
| Moorpark | $825,000 | 22 days | +4.0% | Seller's Market |
| Oxnard | $658,000 | 20 days | +4.1% | Seller's Market |
| Channel Islands Harbor | $915,000 | 16 days | +5.7% | Seller's Market |
| Ventura | $790,000 | 17 days | +4.9% | Seller's Market |
Rachel's Analysis
The LA and Ventura County markets are entering fall 2026 with renewed momentum. Inventory has ticked up modestly, yet well-priced homes continue to attract multiple offers — particularly in the $700K–$1.2M range. With rates settling in the mid-6% range and buyer confidence strengthening, the seasonal slowdown typical of late summer has been less pronounced than in prior years. Malibu and the coastal luxury corridor are showing exceptional price appreciation, while the Conejo Valley and Simi Valley remain among the most competitive markets for families.
Key Takeaways
Stay Informed
Recent California legislation and rule changes that directly affect buyers, sellers, and property owners in LA and Ventura Counties.
Allows residential development by-right on commercially zoned properties along major corridors. Impacts land values and development potential across LA and Ventura Counties.
Homeowners 55+, severely disabled, or disaster victims can transfer their assessed value to a replacement home anywhere in California — up to three times.
Allows homeowners in single-family zones to build a duplex or split their lot into two parcels, effectively enabling up to four units on a single-family lot statewide.
California now requires sellers to disclose whether a property is in a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ) and provide a home hardening report for properties in those zones.
Following the NAR settlement, buyers must sign a written representation agreement before touring homes. Compensation structures have changed — sellers are no longer required to offer buyer-agent compensation through the MLS.
Expands tenant and qualified non-profit rights to purchase foreclosed properties before they are sold at auction or to third-party investors. Applies to 1–4 unit residential properties statewide.
The California Association of Realtors® released a revised Residential Purchase Agreement with updated contingency language, clearer buyer representation compensation disclosures, and refined inspection timelines.
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