Palmdale, CA 93550 · 93551 · 93552
Palmdale Homes for Sale & Real Estate
Palmdale is the closest Antelope Valley city to the San Fernando Valley, which makes it a favorite for families who want more home for their money without moving too far. Whether you are buying your first home, moving up, or adding an ADU, I will help you make your move with real local numbers. English y español.
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Market Snapshot
Palmdale Real Estate Market Today
Here is where the Palmdale housing market stood for the three months ending September 2026. The median price dipped slightly from a year earlier, while price per square foot rose.
Source: Redfin, three months ending September 2026. Market numbers change every month. Ask me for a current MLS report for your street or property type.
- Median sale price: about $511,000, down 1.7% year over year
- Median price per square foot: $278, up 1.8%
- Average days on market: about 50, compared with 46 last year
- Homes sold in September 2026: 314, compared with 311 a year earlier
The Community
What It Is Like to Live in Palmdale
Palmdale sits in the southern Antelope Valley at about 2,650 feet above sea level, separated from the Los Angeles Basin by the San Gabriel Mountains. In 1962 it became the first incorporated city in the Antelope Valley. Palmdale calls itself the “aerospace capital of the United States,” and Air Force Plant 42 and major aerospace employers have shaped the city since the 1950s.
Homes you will find here
- Single-family homes at prices well below the San Fernando Valley
- Newer and master-planned communities on the west side, such as Rancho Vista and Anaverde
- Larger lots with room for RVs, a workshop, or an ADU
- Condos and townhomes, often a lower-cost way to buy in
In Pictures
Around Palmdale
Certified ADU Specialist
ADU Potential in Palmdale
Palmdale’s larger lots and newer homes can make ADUs very practical. Palmdale is its own city, so its building department sets the local details within California’s ADU laws, and some newer communities also have homeowners association rules to review.
- California law generally allows an ADU, and often a junior ADU as well, on single-family lots.
- Homes within a half-mile walk of the Palmdale Metrolink station generally do not need to add parking for a new ADU under state law.
- State law limits HOAs from banning or unreasonably restricting ADUs, though they can still set reasonable rules.
- Unpermitted units are common. I check permit history before you count on rental income.
Getting Around
Freeways, Transit, and Jobs
The 14 (Antelope Valley) Freeway connects Palmdale to Santa Clarita and the San Fernando Valley, and the Metrolink Antelope Valley Line stops at the Palmdale Transportation Center on the way to Union Station. Aerospace is the city’s biggest industry, with Lockheed Martin among its largest employers.
Palmdale is served by several school districts, including the Antelope Valley Union High School District, which runs Palmdale High School. School boundaries vary, so confirm assignments with the district for any specific address.
Places to explore
- Lake Palmdale, built in 1924
- The Lamont Odett Vista Point and its Aerospace Valley marker
- The Antelope Valley Mall
- Air Force Plant 42, the historic heart of Palmdale’s aerospace industry
- Quick access to the San Gabriel Mountains and Angeles National Forest
FAQ
Palmdale Real Estate Questions
Is Palmdale part of Los Angeles County?
Yes. Palmdale is its own city in northern Los Angeles County, with its own city government and building department. Some nearby areas, such as Lake Los Angeles and Littlerock, are unincorporated county areas that follow county rules.
What is the median home price in Palmdale?
For the three months ending September 2026, the median sale price in Palmdale was about $511,000, down 1.7% from a year earlier, according to Redfin. Prices vary by neighborhood, home age, and lot size, so ask me for numbers on the type of home you are considering.
How is the commute from Palmdale to the San Fernando Valley?
Palmdale is the closest Antelope Valley city to the San Fernando Valley, via the 14 freeway, and Metrolink’s Antelope Valley Line runs toward Los Angeles. Drive times change a lot with traffic, so test your commute at rush hour before you buy.
Can I build an ADU in a Palmdale HOA community?
Often, yes. California law limits HOAs from banning or unreasonably restricting ADUs, though they can set reasonable rules. I review the HOA documents and the lot before you plan one.
What are the major employers in Palmdale?
Aerospace is the biggest industry, with Lockheed Martin at Air Force Plant 42 among the largest employers, along with the school districts, health care, and retail.
Do you work with Spanish-speaking clients in Palmdale?
Sí. I work with buyers and sellers in English and Spanish, and I am happy to walk your whole family through the process in the language you prefer.
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Market data from Redfin for the three months ending September 2026 and subject to change. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. ADU rules depend on each property and current law; confirm with the local city or county building department before relying on them.