E.J. LeClair

04/19/2026

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04/17/2026

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02/10/2026

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02/10/2026

10/14/2025

🏡 THOUSAND OAKS MARKET UPDATE – ZIP 91362

📊 Current Snapshot (October 2025)
• Median Listing Price: $1.3 Million (↓ 7% YoY)
• Median Sold Price: $1,125,000 (↑ 2.3% YoY)
• Average Home Value: $1,177,840 (↓ 1.3% YoY)
• Price per Sq. Ft: $564
• Days on Market: ~50 Days
• Sale-to-List Ratio: 98.6%

🧭 Market Mood:
91362 is seeing a small correction in listing prices, but homes that are priced right are still selling strong. It’s a balanced market — not a buyer’s market, not a seller’s frenzy — just steady movement with serious buyers and motivated sellers.

💡 Key Takeaways:
✅ Sellers: Pricing and presentation matter more than ever. Homes that show well are still moving close to asking price.
✅ Buyers: You may have more room to negotiate, but good homes are still getting attention fast.
✅ Investors: Expect steady appreciation over the next few years — Ventura County remains one of SoCal’s most stable markets.

📆 Looking Ahead (6–12 Months):
• Slight uptick in demand if mortgage rates dip
• More sellers offering credits & concessions
• Continued stability in mid-tier homes
• Inventory levels will determine which way the market tips

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📍 Area: Thousand Oaks (91362)
🏠 Data Source: Zillow, Redfin, Realtor.com, Rocket Homes
💬 For personalized market insight or a custom home value estimate, send me a message!

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E.J. LeClair
Realtor ® | DRE #01985681
LeClair Group Real Estate | Ventura & L.A. Counties

10/10/2025

📍 Thousand Oaks Real Estate Market Update — Fall 2025

🏠 Home Values & Trends
• The median sale price in Thousand Oaks most recently is about $1,118,750, up ~6.6% year over year. 
• On Zillow, the typical home value is ~$1,028,753, showing a ~–1.6% change over the past year. 
• In recent quarters, the median sale price has hovered near $1.0 M, showing modest year-over-year growth (~1.2%) in Q2. 
• For single-family homes: median ~ $1.1M, with mild appreciation; for condos: median ~$685K, up more strongly (~13%) year over year. 

📊 Inventory & Sales Activity
• In June 2025, there were 164 active listings — ~8.6% more than the prior month. 
• Sales are slowing: June saw 23 homes sold or pending — a ~17.9% drop from May. 
• Many homes (61%) sold below asking price. 
• Average days on market in June: ~35 days, up ~65% compared to last year. 
• In August 2025, homes took ~51 days to sell, up from ~42 days the prior year. 

🔍 Market Dynamics & Trends
• The market is becoming more balanced. The shift from a strong seller’s market toward more negotiation room for buyers is evident. 
• Elevated mortgage rates and affordability constraints are putting pressure on more modest or middle-market homes. 
• Some sellers are adjusting expectations, especially for homes needing work or in less popular areas. 
• Neighborhoods like Newbury Park, Oak Park, and Westlake Village remain strong draws given schools, amenities, and relative value. 

💡 What This Means for Buyers & Sellers Here

For Buyers:
• You have more leverage now than in prior years — more listings, slower pace, and more negotiation room.
• Don’t wait too long: desirable homes are still moving, albeit more slowly.
• Focus on condition and presentation — well-staged, well-maintained homes are getting better offers.

For Sellers:
• Be realistic. Overpricing can lead to long market times or price reductions down the road.
• Make sure your home shows well. Minor improvements, repairs, or staging can make a difference.
• Timing matters — if you’re flexible, listing now may get more attention than waiting.

10/07/2025

📍 91360 Market Update — Thousand Oaks, CA (Fall 2025) 🏡

Hey everyone! Here’s a quick snapshot of what’s happening in our local real estate market right now — based on the latest data available for Thousand Oaks and Ventura County.

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📊 Local Market Highlights
• 🏠 The median home price in Thousand Oaks is hovering around $1.08 million, up roughly 4–6 % compared to this time last year.
• ⏳ Homes are selling in about 45–55 days on average — slower than the 2021–2022 frenzy, but still a healthy, balanced market.
• 💰 Price per square foot averages around $590–$610, depending on neighborhood and property type.
• 📉 Inventory remains tight. Many homeowners are holding on to low 3–4 % mortgage rates, limiting new listings and keeping competition steady among buyers.
• 💡 Ventura County overall continues to perform slightly better than the state average, with fewer distressed sales and steady job growth helping support home values.

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💵 Market Forces & Outlook
• Mortgage rates remain the biggest factor. As of October 2025, the average 30-year fixed rate sits in the 6.3–6.5 % range, making affordability a challenge — especially for first-time buyers.
• Rents in Ventura County have stayed high, keeping investor interest strong in the mid-range housing segment.
• The California Association of Realtors projects modest statewide price gains (3–5 %) through 2026, largely driven by the housing shortage and limited new construction.

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🧭 What It Means for You

For Buyers:
Now’s a good time to start watching the market closely. With fewer bidding wars and slightly more price flexibility, you can negotiate better terms — especially if you’re pre-approved.

For Sellers:
Well-presented, move-in-ready homes in good neighborhoods (like Wildwood, Lynn Ranch, or Conejo Oaks) are still moving quickly. Correct pricing and great marketing are key in this new, more balanced market.

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📣 If you’ve been curious what your home might be worth today — or want to see what’s available around Thousand Oaks (91360) — send me a message. I’m happy to share a local market report or set up a custom home search just for you.

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E.J. LeClair
California Realtor | DRE #01985681
📍 Ventura & L.A. County
🏠 LeClair Group Real Estate