Hollywood Hills Real Estate Market – September 2026
The Hollywood Hills real estate market currently offers buyers a substantial amount of choice, with 250 single-family homes for sale and 26 homes sold during the past 30 days.
The median active list price is $3,495,000, while the median sale price for homes sold during the past 30 days is $2,956,166.
Based on the current pace of sales, the market has approximately 9.6 months of housing inventory. Homes that sold during the past 30 days spent an average of 58 days on the market, compared with 83 days for currently active listings.
The average list-to-sale price ratio for homes sold during the past 30 days was 93.85%, suggesting that pricing and positioning remain especially important for Hollywood Hills sellers in the current market.
This report covers single-family homes in the Sunset Strip–Hollywood Hills West MLS area and is based on MLS market data as of September 11, 2026.
Hollywood Hills Market Snapshot – September 2026
Active single-family homes: 250
New listings in the last 30 days: 30
Homes under contract: 30
Homes sold in the last 30 days: 26
Median active list price: $3,495,000
Median sale price: $2,956,166
Average price per square foot: $992
Average days on market – active listings: 83 days
Average days on market – sold listings: 58 days
Average list-to-sale price ratio: 93.85%
Months of inventory: 9.6 months
What Does the September 2026 Hollywood Hills Market Mean for Sellers?
With approximately 9.6 months of inventory, Hollywood Hills sellers are competing against a substantial number of available homes. Buyers have choices, which makes accurate pricing and strong positioning especially important.
Currently active listings have been on the market an average of 83 days, while homes that sold during the past 30 days averaged 58 days on market. Recently sold homes also closed at an average of 93.85% of their final asking price.
That doesn’t mean homes aren’t selling. 26 single-family homes sold during the past 30 days. But in a market with this much inventory, sellers need to understand how their property compares with the competition and position it accordingly from the beginning.
This is particularly important in the Hollywood Hills, where views, architecture, condition, lot characteristics, street location and even the specific micro-neighborhood can create significant differences in value.
What Does the Hollywood Hills Market Mean for Buyers?
With 250 single-family homes currently for sale, buyers have a significant amount of inventory to choose from in the Hollywood Hills.
The 93.85% average list-to-sale price ratio also suggests that there may be room for negotiation on some properties, particularly those that have been on the market for an extended period or need updating.
However, not every property will behave the same way. Well-priced homes, unique architectural properties and homes in particularly desirable locations can still attract strong buyer interest. Buyers should evaluate each property individually rather than assuming every seller will negotiate based on the broader market.
Hollywood Hills Neighborhoods Can Perform Differently
The Hollywood Hills is not one uniform real estate market. Market conditions and property values can vary significantly between neighborhoods—and sometimes even from one street to the next.
Laurel Canyon is known for its canyon setting, privacy and eclectic mix of architectural and character homes, while the Bird Streets occupy a very different segment of the market, with luxury properties prized for views, design and proximity to the Sunset Strip.
Sunset Plaza includes hillside homes ranging from smaller residences to major view estates, while Mount Olympus tends to offer larger lots and homes in a more planned hillside setting. Outpost Estates has its own mix of historic, traditional and contemporary homes, and Nichols Canyon offers a quieter canyon environment while remaining close to both Hollywood and the Sunset Strip.
Even within these neighborhoods, factors such as views, lot orientation, privacy, architecture, street access, condition and hillside location can have a significant impact on value and buyer demand.
That’s why broad Hollywood Hills statistics are a useful starting point, but pricing a particular property requires looking closely at its immediate neighborhood and the homes buyers are actually comparing it with.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Hollywood Hills Real Estate Market
Is the Hollywood Hills a buyer’s or seller’s market in September 2026?
With approximately 9.6 months of single-family home inventory, buyers currently have considerable choice in the Hollywood Hills. Market conditions can vary by price range and neighborhood, but overall inventory levels mean sellers should pay close attention to pricing, presentation and competition.
How long are homes taking to sell in the Hollywood Hills?
Single-family homes that sold during the past 30 days spent an average of 58 days on the market. By comparison, currently active listings have been on the market for an average of 83 days.
Are Hollywood Hills homes selling below asking price?
Homes sold during the past 30 days closed at an average of 93.85% of their final asking price. Individual results vary significantly depending on the property, pricing, condition, location and buyer demand.
How many homes are currently for sale in the Hollywood Hills?
As of September 11, 2026, there are 250 active single-family home listings in the Sunset Strip–Hollywood Hills West MLS area. During the previous 30 days, 26 single-family homes sold and 30 went under contract.
How much is my Hollywood Hills home worth?
The value of a Hollywood Hills home can vary considerably based on its location, views, architecture, lot, condition, privacy and recent comparable sales. Even homes located near one another can command very different prices. A property-specific market analysis is the best way to estimate the current value of an individual home.
Thinking About Buying or Selling in the Hollywood Hills?
Whether you’re considering selling a home in the Hollywood Hills or looking to buy, understanding the current market is an important first step.
Natalie Novarro is a real estate agent with Sotheby’s International Realty – Beverly Hills, specializing in the Hollywood Hills and Sunset Strip. With more than 20 years of experience and over $100 million in career sales, she works with buyers, sellers and investors throughout Los Angeles.
If you’re thinking about buying or selling in the Hollywood Hills, contact Natalie for a confidential conversation about your real estate goals.
Market data is based on MLS information for single-family homes in the Sunset Strip–Hollywood Hills West area as of September 11, 2026. Market statistics are a snapshot in time and are subject to change.