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Winnetka, CA 91306 Real Estate Market Report

ZIP Code: 91306
Report Date: April 2026
Market Temperature: NEUTRAL
Scope: Single-Family Residential (SFR) listings and comps only


Executive Overview

The median sold price in Winnetka, CA is currently $826,750, reflecting a market that has shown signs of stabilization despite a slight downward trend in home prices. This trend suggests that the neighborhood has decreased 8% since 2022. The market is characterized by elevated inventory levels, which may indicate a slower sales velocity as properties are taking longer to sell, with a median of 298 days on market.

In contrast, the rental market is experiencing strong demand, with the median market rent rising to $2,888. This divergence between the sales and rental markets highlights a potential opportunity for investors, as elevated interest rates contribute to longer selling times and may push some buyers towards renting instead. Overall, the market temperature remains neutral, suggesting a balanced environment with moderate transaction volume and pricing friction.


Market Overview

This analysis is based on a sample of properties from this ZIP code (up to 200 sold properties and up to 100 active properties). The median prices below are calculated from all available properties in the sample, while trend analysis uses properties from the selected analysis window.

Analysis Window
90 Days
Total Properties Analyzed
64
Active Listings
29
Sold Properties
35

Market Metrics

Median Listing Price
$899,450
Median Sold Price
$826,750
Median Price per Sqft
$516/sqft

Note: The property counts shown above represent only the properties analyzed in this report sample, not the total inventory for this ZIP code. Median prices are calculated from all available properties in the sample, while trend analysis uses properties from the selected analysis window.


Rental Market

Median Market Rent
$2,888

Note: The relationship between property values and rental rates reflects different market dynamics. Higher-priced properties may have lower rental yields due to factors such as luxury market positioning, owner-occupancy preferences, or long-term appreciation strategies rather than immediate rental income maximization.


Property Taxes

Property Tax Rate
1.21%

Liquidity & Velocity

Median Days on Market
298
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.0%

Market Trends & Context

Understanding Market Temperature

A Neutral market indicates balanced conditions where neither buyers nor sellers have a strong advantage, typically characterized by flat price trends, extended but stable days on market, and moderate inventory relative to sales.

Price YoY Trend
down
Market Temperature
neutral
Rent YoY Trend
up
Interest Rate Pressure
elevated

Current Mortgage Rate Context

Market-level mortgage rate comparison for this area:

Current 30-year fixed mortgage rates in Winnetka, CA are averaging 6.43% as of March 20, 2026, which is 0.18% higher than the average rate of 6.25% seen in early 2026.

Note: Interest rate comparisons provide market context. The existing "Interest Rate Pressure" metric above shows the qualitative market impact.


Key Findings

  1. The median sold price of $826,750 indicates a market that has seen a decrease of 8% since 2022.

  2. With a median days on market of 298, properties are experiencing slower sales velocity compared to previous periods.

  3. The median market rent has increased to $2,888, reflecting strong demand in the rental sector.

  4. Current interest rate pressure is elevated, with 30-year fixed mortgage rates averaging 6.43%, which may impact buyer purchasing power.

  5. The market temperature is neutral, indicating a balanced environment with moderate transaction volume.


Notable Properties

The following 8 properties represent notable market examples and recent transactions that illustrate key market dynamics. These are illustrative examples selected for their significance (top sales, market benchmarks, quick sales) and are not the basis for the statistical calculations shown above.

Recent Transactions

20231 Elkwood St, Winnetka, CA 91306
Top Sale

Highest sale in the past 90 days. Fully renovated with modern finishes and premium lot positioning.

4 beds
4 baths
3,229 sqft
$1,249,999
Feb 1, 2026
$387/sqft/sqft
154 days on market
8140 Quartz Ave, Winnetka, CA 91306
Quick Flip

Sold below market average

4 beds
3 baths
2,791 sqft
$1,100,000
Mar 1, 2026
$394/sqft/sqft
285 days on market
20814 Bryant St, Winnetka, CA 91306
Quick Flip

Sold below market average

4 beds
3 baths
2,620 sqft
$1,025,000
Mar 1, 2026
$391/sqft/sqft
390 days on market
19730 Hatton St, Winnetka, CA 91306
Market Benchmark

Representative market sale establishing baseline for properties in the core neighborhood.

4 beds
3 baths
2,144 sqft
$869,000
Mar 1, 2026
$405/sqft/sqft
1430 days on market
19709 Strathern St, Winnetka, CA 91306
Market Benchmark

Representative market sale establishing baseline for properties in the core neighborhood.

3 beds
2 baths
1,316 sqft
$859,000
Jan 1, 2026
$653/sqft/sqft
188 days on market
8213 Lurline Ave, Winnetka, CA 91306
Market Benchmark

Representative market sale establishing baseline for properties in the core neighborhood.

3 beds
2 baths
1,385 sqft
$849,900
Feb 1, 2026
$614/sqft/sqft
1392 days on market
8026 Irondale Ave, Winnetka, CA 91306
Quick Flip

Sold below market average

3 beds
2 baths
1,351 sqft
$589,000
Mar 1, 2026
$436/sqft/sqft
1962 days on market
20243 Valerio St, Winnetka, CA 91306
Quick Flip

Sold below market average

4 beds
2 baths
1,440 sqft
$4,300
Mar 1, 2026
$3/sqft/sqft
191 days on market

Data Sources

Real estate market data & public records, and GemHaus® proprietary models.

Report generated: 4/1/2026

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