City of Rancho Palos Verdes September 2017 Real Estate Market Report

The level of inventory of homes for sale of 86 homes in the City of Rancho Palos Verdes at the end of September is down about 14% compared to the end of September last year. The average number of homes sold per month over the last 3 months of 40 homes per month, is up 14% compared to the same 3 month period last year. There are 42 homes in escrow at the end of September, showing continuing strong recent sales activity.

The following are the 120 propeties sold in Rancho Palos Verdes during the 3rd quarter of 2017:

The average price per sq. ft. for homes sold in Rancho Palos Verdes over the last 3 months of $575 is up 5% over the comparable period last year.

The average list price of homes offered for sale of $2.3 million is now 14% higher than this time last year. The average price of homes sold has been much lower than the average list price of homes, averaging $1.4 million over the last 3 months, 4% higher than the comparable period last year. Lower priced homes have been selling faster than the higher priced homes. Properties have been taking about 1 month to sell and sold for 96% of the original list price on average over the last 3 months showing a very strong market. With 86 homes currently for sale, and sales averaging 40 homes per month,there is currently just over 2 months of inventory. The chart below is based upon the most recent months sales of only 23 homes. Combined with low interest rates, now is an excellent time to consider buying a home. For other market reports for the Palos Verdes Peninsula, go to Market Reports on my website.