The California housing market data February 2026 report shows steady sales activity and growing inventory across the state, according to the California Association of REALTORS®.
The report, reflecting a daily average for the week ending Feb. 14, 2026, offers a snapshot of closed sales, pending transactions and new listings. While the data represents statewide trends, it provides context for local markets in the San Gabriel Valley, including El Monte, South El Monte, Baldwin Park, Rosemead, Arcadia, Temple City and Irwindale.
Statewide Sales And Listings Activity
The California housing market data February 2026 update reports 198 closed sales per day. Pending sales reached 238 per day, while new listings climbed to 327 per day.
The increase in new listings suggests more homeowners are placing properties on the market. At the same time, pending sales outpaced closed transactions, indicating active buyer demand moving through the pipeline.
These figures are based on weekly statistics collected from multiple listing services across California. The report notes that data reflects a daily average rather than total weekly volume.
REALTOR Activity In The Previous Week
The California housing market data February 2026 report also measures member activity. In the previous week, 24.2 percent of REALTORS® reported closing a sale, up 0.4 percent from the prior quarter.
About 16.9 percent entered escrow, reflecting a 6.4 percent decrease compared with the previous quarter. Meanwhile, 25.8 percent listed a property, down 1.4 percent from the prior quarter.
The survey results were collected at the start of the current quarter. Larger blue percentages represent the share of survey respondents, while smaller green and red figures reflect change from the prior quarter.
Week Ahead Expectations
Looking forward, the California housing market data February 2026 survey captures REALTOR expectations for the coming week.
About 12.4 percent of respondents said sales will be up, a 2 percent decline from the prior quarter. Roughly 5.9 percent expect prices to rise, down 1.6 percent from the previous quarter.
Nearly 28.8 percent anticipate listings will increase, though that figure reflects a 16 percent drop compared with the prior quarter.
The California Association of REALTORS® compiled the data using MLS statistics and member surveys. The full report is available at https://www.car.org.
For San Gabriel Valley residents, the statewide snapshot offers insight into broader market direction. Local buyers and sellers in communities such as El Monte and South El Monte often experience trends that track with state patterns, particularly in inventory levels and buyer competition.
As spring approaches, the February data signals a market balancing increased listings with steady buyer activity. Local real estate professionals will continue monitoring shifts in pricing and inventory that affect households across the Mid Valley.
