100 cities with year-over-year price appreciation
+85.0%
Top Growth
+23.0%
Avg Appreciation
| # | City | YoY Change | Median Price | Days on Market | Months Supply |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Albany | +85.0% | $1.13M | 21 days | 0.8 mo |
| 2 | Indian Wells | +70.0% | $1.85M | 72 days | 4.3 mo |
| 3 | Moraga | +69.9% | $1.61M | 75 days | 1.1 mo |
| 4 | Palo Alto | +65.3% | $3.46M | 19 days | 0.8 mo |
| 5 | Rancho Santa Fe | +58.3% | $4.75M | 49 days | 1.3 mo |
| 6 | Silverado Resort | +55.6% | $2.45M | 49 days | 1.8 mo |
| 7 | San Gabriel | +54.0% | $1.31M | 51 days | 2.9 mo |
| 8 | Poway | +47.1% | $1.54M | 94 days | 1.8 mo |
| 9 | Joshua Tree | +46.8% | $565K | 134 days | 6.3 mo |
| 10 | Solvang | +46.6% | $1.54M | 79 days | 2.3 mo |
| 11 | Ahwahnee | +39.6% | $515K | 165 days | 1.4 mo |
| 12 | Blackhawk | +38.4% | $2.60M | 21 days | 1.8 mo |
| 13 | Rancho Mission Viejo | +38.1% | $1.25M | 99 days | 2.9 mo |
| 14 | Monterey | +37.5% | $1.05M | 47 days | 1.6 mo |
| 15 | Grass Valley | +37.0% | $511K | 44 days | 2.8 mo |
| 16 | Ladera Heights | +36.4% | $1.95M | 54 days | 3.8 mo |
| 17 | Willowbrook | +34.6% | $700K | 45 days | 4.2 mo |
| 18 | Millbrae | +33.5% | $2.34M | 29 days | 1.0 mo |
| 19 | Bonita | +31.1% | $1.29M | 16 days | 2.8 mo |
| 20 | Claremont | +30.4% | $1.13M | 83 days | 1.3 mo |
| 21 | Lake Arrowhead | +29.8% | $690K | 135 days | 5.7 mo |
| 22 | Diamond Springs | +27.9% | $617K | 146 days | 2.5 mo |
| 23 | Cameron Park | +26.5% | $696K | 49 days | 2.3 mo |
| 24 | Marysville | +26.3% | $379K | 57 days | 3.3 mo |
| 25 | Covina | +25.4% | $865K | 45 days | 1.4 mo |
| 26 | West Hollywood | +25.0% | $1.25M | 104 days | 4.6 mo |
| 27 | Villa Park | +24.6% | $2.60M | 36 days | 2.2 mo |
| 28 | Brisbane | +24.4% | $1.20M | 26 days | 1.2 mo |
| 29 | Canyon Lake | +24.3% | $870K | 91 days | 4.8 mo |
| 30 | Garden Acres | +23.6% | $549K | 34 days | 0.7 mo |
| 31 | View Park-Windsor Hills | +22.6% | $1.32M | 111 days | 3.5 mo |
| 32 | Lompoc | +22.5% | $643K | 63 days | 1.2 mo |
| 33 | Chino Hills | +22.5% | $1.07M | 50 days | 1.8 mo |
| 34 | La Habra | +22.4% | $900K | 34 days | 1.3 mo |
| 35 | Lake Nacimiento | +22.3% | $775K | 151 days | 1.6 mo |
| 36 | Golden Hills | +22.1% | $445K | 76 days | 1.9 mo |
| 37 | Seal Beach | +21.8% | $445K | 57 days | 1.6 mo |
| 38 | Menlo Park | +21.7% | $2.55M | 14 days | 0.9 mo |
| 39 | San Bruno | +21.4% | $1.30M | 21 days | 1.2 mo |
| 40 | Rancho Santa Margarita | +21.4% | $1.12M | 71 days | 2.5 mo |
| 41 | Fremont | +21.2% | $1.46M | 25 days | 1.0 mo |
| 42 | Laguna Woods | +20.5% | $441K | 81 days | 2.7 mo |
| 43 | Signal Hill | +20.3% | $695K | 30 days | 4.2 mo |
| 44 | Granite Bay | +20.2% | $1.27M | 46 days | 2.3 mo |
| 45 | North Tustin | +19.7% | $1.80M | 40 days | 1.5 mo |
| 46 | Campbell | +19.4% | $1.95M | 17 days | 0.3 mo |
| 47 | Kings Beach | +18.6% | $813K | 96 days | 4.5 mo |
| 48 | Stanton | +18.6% | $765K | 38 days | 2.1 mo |
| 49 | Delano | +18.5% | $391K | 46 days | 1.5 mo |
| 50 | Union City | +18.4% | $1.30M | 20 days | 0.7 mo |
| 51 | Los Altos | +17.5% | $4.45M | 12 days | 1.6 mo |
| 52 | Desert Hot Springs | +17.3% | $440K | 75 days | 6.8 mo |
| 53 | Atascadero | +17.3% | $824K | 71 days | 3.2 mo |
| 54 | East Niles | +17.2% | $393K | 111 days | 2.3 mo |
| 55 | Rubidoux | +16.7% | $700K | 50 days | 1.7 mo |
| 56 | Altadena | +16.4% | $1.31M | 74 days | 2.3 mo |
| 57 | Alameda | +16.1% | $1.00M | 24 days | 1.2 mo |
| 58 | National City | +15.8% | $733K | 13 days | 2.5 mo |
| 59 | Eastern Goleta Valley | +15.7% | $1.64M | 59 days | 2.2 mo |
| 60 | Red Bluff | +15.7% | $299K | 66 days | 2.6 mo |
| 61 | Lake Wildwood | +15.6% | $520K | 26 days | 2.4 mo |
| 62 | Nevada City | +15.5% | $641K | 101 days | 1.7 mo |
| 63 | Scotts Valley | +15.4% | $1.05M | 23 days | 0.5 mo |
| 64 | El Centro | +15.3% | $400K | 21 days | 6.0 mo |
| 65 | Los Osos | +15.2% | $950K | 43 days | 1.2 mo |
| 66 | Placerville | +14.8% | $523K | 50 days | 2.9 mo |
| 67 | Spring Valley Lake | +14.7% | $499K | 48 days | 2.3 mo |
| 68 | Yucca Valley | +14.4% | $434K | 68 days | 5.4 mo |
| 69 | Benicia | +14.2% | $879K | 36 days | 1.5 mo |
| 70 | Torrance | +14.1% | $1.23M | 41 days | 1.5 mo |
| 71 | Westmont | +14.0% | $813K | 98 days | 3.9 mo |
| 72 | Winter Gardens | +13.8% | $695K | 48 days | 1.7 mo |
| 73 | Hercules | +13.8% | $700K | 53 days | 2.3 mo |
| 74 | Carlsbad | +13.8% | $1.65M | 38 days | 1.6 mo |
| 75 | Cerritos | +13.7% | $1.20M | 26 days | 1.4 mo |
| 76 | Discovery Bay | +13.7% | $840K | 153 days | 3.3 mo |
| 77 | Downey | +13.6% | $937K | 43 days | 2.7 mo |
| 78 | Hanford | +13.5% | $413K | 33 days | 1.5 mo |
| 79 | Carpinteria | +13.3% | $1.43M | 67 days | 2.0 mo |
| 80 | Riverbank | +13.0% | $537K | 45 days | 2.2 mo |
| 81 | Glendale | +12.6% | $1.27M | 52 days | 1.5 mo |
| 82 | Woodcrest | +12.4% | $989K | 58 days | 4.8 mo |
| 83 | Long Beach | +12.3% | $895K | 45 days | 2.4 mo |
| 84 | Costa Mesa | +12.1% | $1.60M | 37 days | 1.5 mo |
| 85 | Imperial | +11.8% | $475K | 18 days | 7.0 mo |
| 86 | Arcadia | +11.7% | $1.68M | 78 days | 2.6 mo |
| 87 | Ladera Ranch | +11.5% | $1.44M | 77 days | 2.2 mo |
| 88 | Fountain Valley | +11.5% | $1.61M | 34 days | 1.4 mo |
| 89 | Casa de Oro-Mount Helix | +11.4% | $1.23M | 60 days | 2.0 mo |
| 90 | South San Francisco | +11.4% | $1.25M | 15 days | 0.5 mo |
| 91 | Alamo | +11.0% | $2.42M | 40 days | 1.7 mo |
| 92 | Pittsburg | +10.8% | $615K | 40 days | 1.1 mo |
| 93 | Fortuna | +10.5% | $426K | 44 days | 4.6 mo |
| 94 | Palos Verdes Estates | +10.5% | $2.38M | 85 days | 2.0 mo |
| 95 | Orinda | +10.3% | $1.66M | 27 days | 0.6 mo |
| 96 | San Francisco | +10.2% | $1.40M | 35 days | 1.2 mo |
| 97 | Westminster | +10.0% | $1.10M | 34 days | 1.2 mo |
| 98 | Indio | +9.9% | $555K | 59 days | 6.5 mo |
| 99 | Redwood City | +9.9% | $1.95M | 25 days | 0.8 mo |
| 100 | East San Gabriel | +9.7% | $1.25M | 124 days | 1.2 mo |
100 cities in California are showing positive year-over-year price appreciation. The fastest-growing market is Albany at +85.0%.
Our data tracks year-over-year price appreciation across all major California real estate markets. The cities listed above show the strongest price growth, driven by factors like job growth, population influx, limited inventory, and desirable amenities.
California cities with rising home prices can offer strong investment potential, particularly in areas with growing populations and diverse economies. However, real estate investment success depends on specific location, property type, and your investment timeline. A local agent can help identify markets with the best appreciation potential.
Rising prices in California cities are driven by strong demand relative to supply. Common factors include population growth, job market expansion, limited new construction, desirable quality of life, and out-of-state buyers seeking affordability compared to higher-cost metros.
Even in appreciating markets, opportunities exist across different price points and neighborhoods. Early-stage growth areas often offer better affordability before prices peak. A California real estate agent can identify emerging neighborhoods and properties within your budget.
Appreciation rates vary by city. Check our city-level data above for exact year-over-year price changes. Some California markets are seeing 3-5% annual growth, while others may be appreciating even faster depending on local conditions.
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