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How much is my house worth in Los Angeles?

Los Angeles home values by neighborhood, what's driving them in 2026, and the projects that add the most before you list.

The short answer: The median Los Angeles home is worth about $980,000 in 2026, but your home's real value depends on its neighborhood, size, and condition. The only way to know your number is an estimate built from recent sales nearby.
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Los Angeles market at a glance

Median sale price
$980,000
+1.9% year over year
Median days on market
38 days
Balanced market
Median $ / sq ft
$640
+1.4% year over year

Figures shown are current estimates and refresh automatically each month.

What drives home value in Los Angeles

In Los Angeles, chronic supply constraints keep values high, with walkable east-side and coastal neighborhoods commanding the steepest premiums. As everywhere, the biggest lever you personally control is condition and presentation before listing.

Home values by Los Angeles neighborhood

NeighborhoodMedian valueTrend
Silver Lake$1,519,000+1.4%
Venice$1,098,000+2.3%
Highland Park$931,000+2.8%
Sherman Oaks$784,000+3.2%
Los Feliz$647,000+1.8%

Projects that add the most before you sell in Los Angeles

Kitchen refresh+$21,000
Exterior paint+$9,300
Curb appeal & landscaping+$4,200

Your home's biggest opportunities depend on its current condition. ListPrep's free report ranks the projects with the highest return for your specific home — and tells you which ones to skip.

Frequently asked questions

How much is my house worth in Los Angeles?

As of 2026 the median Los Angeles home sells for around $980,000, though values vary widely by neighborhood and condition. The most accurate way to know your home's value is a data-backed estimate using recent comparable sales nearby.

What adds the most value to a home in Los Angeles?

A kitchen refresh, exterior paint, and curb appeal typically return the most per dollar spent, followed by bathroom updates and finished basements.

Is 2026 a good time to sell a house in Los Angeles?

Homes in Los Angeles are selling in about 38 days on average with prices +1.9% year over year — a market that still rewards well-prepared, well-priced listings.

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