Compare two states
Statewide asking prices, inventory and pace side by side. Change either state; the link updates so you can share the comparison.
| Measure, September 2026 | Arizona | California |
|---|---|---|
| Median listing price | $459,900 | $725,000 |
| Asking price vs. a year ago | −3.5% | −3.1% |
| Homes for sale vs. a year ago | +6.7% | +0.6% |
| Median days on market | 65 days | 55 days |
| Listings with a price cut | 26.7% | 18.6% |
The differences in plain English
- The median asking price in Arizona ($459,900) is 36.6% lower than in California ($725,000).
- Over the past year, asking prices are down 3.5% in Arizona and down 3.1% in California.
- Homes for sale are 6.7% above a year ago in Arizona, and 0.6% above a year ago in California.
- The typical listing spends 65 days on the market in Arizona, 10 days longer than in California (55).
- 27% of listings in Arizona have had a price cut, compared with 19% in California.
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (50 states and D.C., September 2026). Statewide figures; individual cities and ZIP codes can differ.