Real Estate Market Comparison: February –April 2024 vs. February–April 2025
La Crescenta–Montrose | La Cañada Flintridge | Sunland–Tujunga | Shadow Hills
What you’re About to see in this report is that I’m comparing three-month data sets from February through April in 2024 and 2025. This gives us a solid quarterly view of how the local real estate markets in La Crescenta–Montrose, La Cañada Flintridge, Sunland–Tujunga, and Shadow Hills have shifted. We’ll break down trends in inventory, pending and closed sales, pricing per square foot, average sale prices, and average cumulative days on the market. Whether you’re a homeowner thinking of selling or a buyer wondering when to act, this is your inside look at where things are headed—and how you can get ahead of the market.
La Crescenta–Montrose
- Active Listings:
- 2024: 79
- 2025: 87 (↑10%)
- Pending Sales:
- 2024: 51
- 2025: 51 (No change)
- Closed Sales:
- 2024: 45
- 2025: 50 (↑11%)
- Average Price/Sq Ft:
- 2024: $822
- 2025: $808 (↓1.7%)
- Average Sale Price:
- 2024: $1,377,071
- 2025: $1,448,909 (↑5.2%)
- Average Days on Market (Cumulative):
- 2024: 27 days
- 2025: 30 days (↑3 days)
Summary:
Steady buyer activity with a slight increase in days on market. While price per square foot dipped a touch, the average sale price increased—suggesting larger or more desirable homes are driving sales.
La Cañada Flintridge
- Active Listings:
- 2024: 66
- 2025: 67 (Flat)
- Pending Sales:
- 2024: 49
- 2025: 45 (↓8%)
- Closed Sales:
- 2024: 38
- 2025: 37 (↓2.6%)
- Average Price/Sq Ft:
- 2024: $1,062
- 2025: $1,050 (↓1.1%)
- Average Sale Price:
- 2024: $3,042,707
- 2025: $2,832,753 (↓6.9%)
- Average Days on Market (Cumulative):
- 2024: 35 days
- 2025: 32 days (↓3 days)
Summary:
Luxury market cooling slightly. While average market time dropped, pricing has softened and buyer hesitation is showing in fewer pending and closed deals.
Sunland–Tujunga
- Active Listings:
- 2024: 54
- 2025: 78 (↑44%)
- Pending Sales:
- 2024: 46
- 2025: 51 (↑11%)
- Closed Sales:
- 2024: 44
- 2025: 56 (↑27%)
- Average Price/Sq Ft:
- 2024: $635
- 2025: $665 (↑4.7%)
- Average Sale Price:
- 2024: $943,112
- 2025: $997,070 (↑5.7%)
- Average Days on Market (Cumulative):
- 2024: 28 days
- 2025: 32 days (↑4 days)
Summary:
This market is on the rise. Despite increased inventory, buyer activity kept pace. Prices and closings are both up—a great sign of sustained demand.
Shadow Hills
- Active Listings:
- 2024: 12
- 2025: 3 (↓75%)
- Pending Sales:
- 2024: 6
- 2025: 3 (↓50%)
- Closed Sales:
- 2024: 5
- 2025: 4 (↓20%)
- Average Price/Sq Ft:
- 2024: $700
- 2025: $725 (↑3.5%)
- Average Sale Price:
- 2024: $1,718,000
- 2025: $1,127,875 (↓34.4%)
- Average Days on Market (Cumulative):
- 2024: 78 days
- 2025: 93 days (↑15 days)
Summary:
This once-tight market has slowed dramatically. A sharp drop in both listings and buyer activity, plus a 34% price dip, signals that sellers may need to adjust expectations quickly.
Market Recap: Who’s Winning the Quarter
- Biggest Momentum:
Sunland–Tujunga—more listings, more sales, and rising prices. - Most Stable:
La Crescenta–Montrose—a well-balanced market holding strong with modest growth. - Most Sensitive:
La Cañada Flintridge—still premium, but price drops suggest more cautious buyers. - Most Challenged:
Shadow Hills—limited buyer interest and price corrections dominate.
What This Means for Sellers and Buyers
Sellers:
Cumulative market times are rising in most areas. In today’s environment:
- Expect showings in the first 7–14 days. If you don’t get substantial traffic or offers, don’t wait.
- By day 21–25 on market, it’s time to consider a price adjustment or repositioning if buyer activity is flat.
- Homes that sit beyond 30–35 days, especially in La Crescenta or Sunland, are signaling to buyers that something is off: price, condition, or presentation.
Buyers:
- Inventory is up. You have more to choose from—but you’re not the only one looking.
- If a home is well-priced and checks your top boxes, don’t hesitate. In many neighborhoods, these are still being snapped up in under three weeks.
- Buyers who wait too long often end up in a backup position or paying more in multiple offers on the next one.
Tracking market shifts—like rising days on market, price per square foot changes, and pending sale volume—offers real-time insight into buyer behavior and seller strategy. Sellers need to know when the market signals it’s time to adjust pricing, while buyers gain leverage by recognizing when competition increases or inventory expands. These subtle changes can impact timing, negotiation strength, and final sale outcomes. With over 35 years of experience navigating every market, I know how to read the data, spot the trends, and guide my clients with strategy and confidence. If you’re thinking about moving or just want a clearer picture of your neighborhood, I’m here to help you make the most informed decision possible.
Thanks for reading, Robbyn Battles