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WHITTIER, CA 90601

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Los Angeles County
Seller's Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 90601

Bassett · Business and Employment Corridor · Downtown (Downtown Whittier) · East Whittier · Michigan Park · North Whittier · Palm Park · Spy Glass Hill (Spyglass Hill) · Uptown Whittier (Uptown) · West Whittier · Whittier Junction · Whittier Narrows Recreation Area (Whittier Narrows)

Market Analysis

Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The WHITTIER, CA real estate market (90601) currently shows 42 active listings, with 14 pending sales. Homes are averaging 34 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 6 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 34 days on market compared to 47 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 24.4% year-over-year, from $994,750 to $752,225.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 30,667  ·  Density: 1,116.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $96,209

Typical home value: $709,351  ·  Homeownership: 59.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
42
⇩ 12.5% vs 48 last year
Pending
14
33% pending ratio
Median Price
$752,225
⇩ 24.4% vs $994,750 last year
Average Price
$899,359
⇩ 9.7% vs $995,808 last year
Days on Market
34
⇩ 27.7% vs 47 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$536
⇩ 1.8% vs $546/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,615 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 42 this year vs 48 last year
  • Days on market: 34 now vs 47 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $752,225 (-24.4% YoY)
  • Average: $899,359 (-9.7% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 7.1 miles — 541 listings ($508,449,793 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
90601Whittier, CA 906010.0 mi36$32,369,976$812,500$899,166
90606Whittier, CA 906062.8 mi24$18,050,664$748,944$752,111
91745Hacienda Heights, CA 917453.5 mi73$78,837,226$1,073,389$1,079,962
91746La Puente, CA 917463.6 mi16$15,711,872$849,900$981,992
90640Montebello, CA 906404.5 mi61$61,285,602$845,000$1,004,682
91770Rosemead, CA 917704.8 mi31$27,583,056$849,000$889,776
91731El Monte, CA 917314.9 mi22$18,912,278$847,490$859,649
91755Monterey Park, CA 917555.5 mi37$34,141,676$889,000$922,748
91744La Puente, CA 917445.7 mi52$39,304,824$729,000$755,862
90631La Habra, CA 906316.5 mi82$89,188,858$854,995$1,087,669
91776San Gabriel, CA 917766.7 mi27$32,440,122$1,145,000$1,201,486
91790West Covina, CA 917906.8 mi27$23,092,749$800,000$855,287
91706Baldwin Park, CA 917067.1 mi53$37,530,890$689,000$708,130

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WHITTIER, CA 90601?

As of February 2026, there are 42 active listings in WHITTIER, CA (zip code 90601), compared to 48 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WHITTIER, CA 90601?

The median listing price in WHITTIER, CA 90601 is $752,225 as of February 2026, a 24.4% decrease from $994,750 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in WHITTIER, CA?

Homes in WHITTIER, CA 90601 spend an average of 34 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 47 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WHITTIER, CA 90601?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, WHITTIER, CA 90601 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 6 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 34 days on market compared to 47 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in WHITTIER, CA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WHITTIER, CA 90601 save an estimated $15,045 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $752,225. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.