Best Time to Buy in California
When California home prices dip and listings peak
Public Record
Best Month to Buy
January
Most Expensive Month
April
Discount Opportunity
-10.5%
Sales Volume by Month
Average Price by Month
Monthly Breakdown
| Month | Sales | Avg Price | $/Sqft | Discount vs Peak |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28,544 | $902K | $485 | -10.5% |
| February | 30,959 | $959.3K | $516 | -4.8% |
| March | 46,119 | $992.1K | $520 | -1.6% |
| April | 65,559 | $1.01M | $539 | peak |
| May | 65,586 | $998.1K | $536 | -1.0% |
| June | 58,812 | $964.3K | $522 | -4.4% |
| July | 48,895 | $980K | $503 | -2.8% |
| August | 47,417 | $914.4K | $496 | -9.3% |
| September | 44,017 | $932.2K | $506 | -7.5% |
| October | 39,858 | $973.9K | $492 | -3.4% |
| November | 37,217 | $943.8K | $457 | -6.4% |
| December | 37,599 | $973K | $482 | -3.5% |
Why Seasonality Matters
US home prices follow predictable seasonal patterns. Sale activity peaks in late spring and summer when families move between school years; prices typically follow. Winter months see fewer transactions but are often the best time for buyers seeking discounts on motivated sellers.
Based on 550,582 public-record SOLD events between 2019 and 2024.