Redfin’s Chatsworth market page, checked October 11, 2026, shows a median sale price of $929,500 and median time on market of 49 days for its displayed August 2026 reporting period. These are closed-sale indicators, not a quote for a particular home or a live October listing price.
That headline number tells you the middle of the market — but Chatsworth actually has three very different price lanes, and knowing which one fits your budget changes your whole search strategy.
The three price lanes in Chatsworth
Condos: the $500s. As an illustrative search budget, a condo in the $500,000 range with monthly HOA dues may be an entry point. Check current listings and association documents for actual prices and fees. Condos are the most affordable way into Chatsworth — but California buyers should know what they're signing up for. New balcony inspection rules under SB 326 mean HOAs in older buildings may be budgeting for big repairs, and those costs land on owners through dues or special assessments. Always read the HOA budget and reserve study before you fall in love with a condo.
Townhomes: the $600s. A townhome in the $600,000 range is another illustrative search budget; availability and HOA costs vary by community. Townhomes give you more space than a condo with less maintenance than a house — a solid middle ground for first-time buyers who want a garage and a yard patch without the full weight of a single-family home.
Single-family homes: the $700s and up. Some buyers start searching in the $700,000 range, but size, condition, lot, and location can move a detached home well above that. The $929,500 figure above covers all home types, not only detached houses. Compare recent sales of similar detached homes rather than applying the overall neighborhood median to every house.
What sellers should know
Redfin’s displayed sale-to-list ratio is 98.9%. That is a market-wide measure, not a promise that every home will sell near asking price or within seven weeks. If you're thinking about selling in the San Fernando Valley, a pricing conversation grounded in this week's data — not last spring's headlines — is where I always start.
What buyers should know
Condos and townhomes in the $500s–$600s are Chatsworth's entry point, and they come with a real question to run past your lender: can you comfortably carry the payment plus HOA dues plus taxes and insurance? Run all four numbers before you write an offer, not after.
Reading the numbers correctly
The three price lanes are starting points for a search, not verified active listings or guaranteed price bands. Listing prices and closed-sale medians measure different things. Ask for current comparable sales and available homes before setting an offer price.
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Resources checked October 11, 2026. Requirements and market data can change. The photograph is an AI-generated illustration.