Buy a Home in Palmdale2026 Guide

Palmdale offers Antelope Valley buyers strong value, multiple DPA programs, and a growing bilingual community. Median price: $460,000 — 40-50% below the LA County average.

Median Price: $460,000Updated: March 2026Source: Redfin/Zillow, Marzo 2026

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Palmdale Real Estate Market

Median Price

$460,000

Year-over-Year

+3.4%

Days on Market

38 days

Hot

Median Rent

$2,200/mo

2024
$420,000
2025
$445,000
2026
$460,000

Why Buy in Palmdale?

1

Ciudad mas grande del Antelope Valley con mas de 170,000 residentes

2

Acceso directo a Metrolink para trabajar en Los Angeles

3

Vecindarios nuevos en Anaverde y Rancho Vista con escuelas de alto rendimiento

4

Precios 40-50% mas bajos que el promedio del condado de Los Angeles

What Will Your Monthly Payment Be?

FHA 3.5%

$2,950/mo

Home Price: $460,000

Down Payment: $16,100

Rate: 6.5%

Incluye PMI de ~$210/mes

Dream For All

$2,440/mo

Home Price: $460,000

Down Payment: $0

Rate: 6.5%

20% cubierto por CalHFA — $0 enganche

VA Loan

$2,680/mo

Home Price: $460,000

Down Payment: $0

Rate: 6.25%

$0 enganche, sin PMI — solo militares

These are estimates based on current rates. Elizabeth analyzes your specific situation to find the best program combination. Call (661) 486-5059 — Hablamos Español.

Down Payment Assistance in Palmdale

Programs available to first-time buyers in Los Angeles County

CalHFA MyHome

Dream For All

FHA 3.5%

GSFA Platinum

Prestamos ITIN

Ask Elizabeth about CalHFA Dream For All (up to $150K assistance), FHA (3.5% down), VA ($0 down for veterans), and ITIN loans for buyers without a Social Security Number.

Neighborhoods in Palmdale

Rancho VistaEast PalmdaleWest PalmdaleAnaverde

Schools in Palmdale

5

Palmdale School District

Elementary

5

Antelope Valley Union HSD

High School

7

Westside Union School District

Elementary

ZIP Codes in Palmdale

935509355193552

Commute from Palmdale

To Downtown Los Angeles

By car: 60-90 min

Metrolink: 90 min

Palmdale Is a Great Fit For...

Compradores de Primera Vez

Con precios desde $380K y programas como Dream For All que cubren hasta $92,000 de enganche, Palmdale es la mejor opcion para familias que salen de la renta en LA.

Dream For AllCalHFA MyHomeFHA 3.5%
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Compradores con ITIN

Palmdale tiene prestamistas especializados que aprueban ITIN con 10-15% de enganche. Casas desde $380K en East Palmdale significan enganche desde $38K.

Prestamos ITINFHA con co-comprador
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Familias Militares (Edwards AFB)

A 35 minutos de Edwards AFB. VA loan con $0 enganche + BAH de $2,400-$2,700 cubre el pago mensual completo en la mayoria de casas.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Palmdale

How much does a home cost in Palmdale in 2026?

The median home price in Palmdale is approximately $460,000. Entry-level homes start around $377,000. With FHA financing and down payment assistance programs, your out-of-pocket cost can be significantly lower. Call Elizabeth at (661) 486-5059 for options within your budget.

Can I buy a home in Palmdale with down payment assistance?

Yes. Palmdale buyers have access to programs including CalHFA MyHome, Dream For All, FHA 3.5%, and more. CalHFA Dream For All can cover up to $150,000 or 20% of the purchase price for first-generation buyers. Elizabeth specializes in stacking programs to minimize your out-of-pocket costs.

Can I buy a home in Palmdale with an ITIN number?

Yes. Specialized lenders in the Antelope Valley accept ITIN numbers for mortgage applications. Typically you'll need 10-15% down, 2 years of tax returns filed with your ITIN, and a valid ID. Elizabeth has helped numerous ITIN buyers close in Palmdale — call (661) 486-5059 to discuss your situation confidentially.

Is Palmdale a good place for first-time buyers?

Palmdale is one of the most accessible markets for first-time buyers in Southern California, with median prices $460,000 — 40-50% lower than the LA County average. Combined with CalHFA, FHA, and Dream For All programs, many first-time buyers in Palmdale close with as little as $0-$15,000 out of pocket. Hablamos Español.

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