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Whittier, CA home prices and housing market

6 ZIP markets liveData updated September 2026Typical value$832K1-yr changeUp1.7%

The typical home value in Whittier, CA is $832K as of September 2026, up 1.7% from a year ago, based on the Zillow Home Value Index. In the typical Whittier ZIP code, the median list price is $866K and homes spend a median of 45 days on market as of September 2026 (Realtor.com).

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Whittier, by the numbers.

Typical home valueZillow ZHVI, September 2026
$832K
1-yr changeMedian across Whittier ZIPs
+1.7%
ZIP markets live10 tracked in Whittier
6
County
Los Angeles County

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12-month value trend

+1.7% over 12 months

Typical home value in Whittier over the last 12 months: $819K in Sep 2025 to $832K in Sep 2026 (+1.7%).

Sep 2025$819K

Sep 2026$832K

Median Zillow home value index across Whittier's ZIP codes.

Context

Whittier's housing market is steady but cool. The typical home value stands at $832,277, up 1.7% over the past year as of September 2026. With 171 homes for sale and 82 new listings that month, there is reasonable supply. The median list price is $866,225, and homes are spending a median of 45 days on market before selling. About 13.4% of listings have seen a price cut, which is modest. If you're thinking about selling, expect a balanced market where you'll need to price competitively and be realistic about timeline.

The numbers

What is the housing market like in Whittier, CA?

Typical home value

$832K

Up1.7%YoY

Median list price

$866K

Days on market

45

Homes for sale

171

Price cuts

13.4%

New listings

82

Sources · Zillow ZHVI (September 2026) / Realtor.com (September 2026)

Figures reflect Whittier's ZIP codes with market data: values and listing medians take the median across ZIPs; inventory and new listings are summed.

Prices over time

Whittier, CA home prices over time

Typical home values in Whittier, CA are up 1.7% over the past year, from $819K in September 2025 to $832K in September 2026.

Typical home value in Whittier, CA, September of each year
MonthTypical value1-yr change
September 2026$832,277+1.7%
September 2025$818,726No prior year

Typical value is the median Zillow Home Value Index across Whittier ZIP codes, taken in September of each year so every row compares the same month.

Market balance

Is Whittier, CA a buyer's or seller's market?

Whittier, CA leans toward a seller's market.

Relatively few listings have cut their asking price, which usually gives sellers the stronger position.

Based on a median of 45 days on market and 13% of listings with a price cut in the typical Whittier ZIP code, and 82 new listings against 171 active listings across Whittier, as of September 2026 (Realtor.com).

The outlook

Whittier housing market forecast 2027

+1.4%

Weighted average of Zillow's ZIP forecasts, 12 months to September 2027

A weighted average of Zillow's ZIP forecasts, across 6 Whittier ZIP codes, points to typical home values rising 1.4% by September 2027.

Over the 12 months through September 2026, typical home values in Whittier rose 1.7%, per the Zillow Home Value Index.

Will home prices drop in Whittier?

The forecasts do not call for a drop: a weighted average of Zillow's ZIP forecasts for Whittier shows typical home values rising 1.4% by September 2027, after a 1.7% rise over the past 12 months. Forecasts are not guarantees: mortgage rates, inventory, and the wider economy can move values either way.

How this is calculated: each ZIP code's 12-month Zillow forecast is weighted by its typical home value (Zillow Home Value Index, September 2026). 6 Whittier ZIP codes have both figures.

Forecast: a weighted average of Zillow's ZIP forecasts (Zillow Home Value Forecast, published October 2026), calculated by Home Value Pros. A forecast, not a guarantee.

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The markets

Which Whittier ZIP codes have the highest home values?

Typical value is the Zillow home value index (ZHVI) for each ZIP, as of September 2026. 1-yr change compares it to the same ZIP a year earlier. We track 10 Whittier ZIP codes in total; the remaining 4 publish as their data clears editorial QA.

Zillow ZHVI, September 2026

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Common questions

Questions about Whittier, CA home prices.

What is a typical home worth in Whittier?

As of September 2026, the typical home value in Whittier is $832,277, which is up 1.7% over the past year.

How long do homes typically stay on the market in Whittier?

The median time a home spends on the market in Whittier is 45 days as of September 2026.

How many homes are currently for sale in Whittier?

There are 171 homes for sale in Whittier as of September 2026, with 82 new listings added that month.

Are home prices going up or down in Whittier, CA?

Typical home values in Whittier, CA are up 1.7% over the past year, based on the Zillow Home Value Index as of September 2026.

Is Whittier, CA a buyer's or seller's market?

Whittier, CA leans toward a seller's market. Relatively few listings have cut their asking price, which usually gives sellers the stronger position. Based on a median of 45 days on market and 13% of listings with a price cut in the typical Whittier ZIP code, and 82 new listings against 171 active listings across Whittier, as of September 2026 (Realtor.com).

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