C.A.R. release: April 21, 2026 California’s housing market remained sluggish in March as geopolitical tensions push mortgage rates higher, C.A.R. reports Existing, single-family home sales totaled 265,320 in March on a seasonally adjusted basis, down 3.5percent from February and down 2.5 percent from 272,020 in March 2025. The statewide median home price soared 7.1 percent to $889,190 in March and inched up 0.4 percent from $885,900 in March 2025. Year-to-date statewide home

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NAR Update... Month-over-month sales fell in all regions. Year-over-year sales rose in the South and West and declined in the Northeast and Midwest. According to NAR Chief Economist Dr. Lawrence Yun. “March home sales remained sluggish and below last year’s pace. Lower consumer confidence and softer job growth continue to hold back buyers.” Full report: https://www.nar.realtor/research-and-statistics/housing-statistics/existing-home-sales

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